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When is the best time to fly to New Orleans?
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New Orleans, the home of Mardi Gras, Southern cuisine, and vibrant nightlife. If you have never been to New Orleans before, you are in for quite the treat. To soak up the most of this cultural wonderland, you want to come between February – May, when temperatures are cool and comfortable. If you want to avoid the excessive tourist counts and craze of Mardi Gras, the best time to visit New Orleans is from December – January. The city is calm, hotel reservations are easier on your wallet, and the weather is still cool and crisp.
What is the cheapest month to fly to New Orleans?
The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to New Orleans from Canada, with most prices found around 450 C$. If you don’t want to visit New Orleans in January, then you should wait until September to fly from Canada, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of 517 C$.
How far in advance should I book a flight to New Orleans?
In general, most travellers find the cheapest time to book a flight to New Orleans is about 46 days prior to their departure date, when tickets on average are 570 C$. Keep in mind that you might be able to find cheaper flights to New Orleans at any time. In fact, our users found flights for as low as 260 C$ in the past 72 hours.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New Orleans?
On average, the least expensive day to fly to New Orleans from Canada is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as 468 C$. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from Canada because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around 637 C$.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to New Orleans?
In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from Canada to New Orleans when you can find flight prices for as low as 491 C$. Flying to New Orleans in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. At noon is when there is more demand to fly to New Orleans, so prices are often more expensive at around 796 C$ per ticket.
When is it best to fly to New Orleans to go sightseeing?
The best time to plan to fly to New Orleans to go sightseeing would be when the temperature is not unbearable and the chance of rain is only moderate. Considering those guidelines, March, April, or November seem like the best times of year to plan your visit.
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4 Sep.
YUL
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
10h 30m
2 stops
MSY
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7 Sep.
MSY
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 33m
1 stop
YUL
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
260 C$
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SAS
2 Sep.
YUL
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
7h 39m
1 stop
MSY
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9 Sep.
MSY
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 55m
1 stop
YUL
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
273 C$
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Lufthansa
2 Sep.
YUL
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
8h 31m
2 stops
MSY
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9 Sep.
MSY
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 50m
2 stops
YUL
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
281 C$
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Korean Air
1 Aug.
YUL
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
7h 20m
1 stop
MSY
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9 Aug.
MSY
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 36m
1 stop
YUL
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
284 C$
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British Airways
23 Aug.
YUL
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
9h 13m
1 stop
MSY
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5 Sep.
MSY
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 01m
1 stop
YUL
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
288 C$
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Qatar Airways
6 Sep.
YUL
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
6h 28m
1 stop
MSY
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
13 Sep.
MSY
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 23m
1 stop
YUL
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
292 C$
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12 Aug.
YTZ
Toronto Island
14h 35m
1 stop
MSY
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
179 C$
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9 Sep.
YQB
Québec City
6h 02m
1 stop
MSY
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
179 C$
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9 Sep.
YQB
Québec City
12h 39m
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New Orleans Louis Armstrong
182 C$
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Which airlines fly to New Orleans?
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For direct flights to New Orleans, you can fly Air Canada. Other airlines with layovers include United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, WestJet Airlines and Copa Airlines. Note that the cheap flights to New Orleans most likely have multiple layovers.
How to get from the airport to New Orleans city centre?
Below you will find all the airports in New Orleans along with the distance from the city centre
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
MSY is a major international airport and brings in thousands of Canadians each year, ready to experience the “true South. Luckily for travellers, that means plenty of options for getting from the airport into the city centre.
Airport Shuttle
Shuttles are available from the airport straight to local hotels and other destinations in the city centre for approximately $24 USD per person.
Taxi
Taxi booths are on the first level just outside of the Baggage Claim Belts 1 and 14. You must wait in line to take a taxi. Taxi rides to the city centre cost approximately $36 USD for the Central Business District (CBD) or French Quarter for up to 2 people. For groups of 3 or more, the cost is approximately $15 USD per person.
Limousine
The A-Airport Limousine is a luxury transportation provider at the airport. You can request a one-way service from the company at a kiosk just outside of the baggage claim area. Rates are approximately $58 USD for 2 people and $118 USD for up to 8 people.
Bus
The Jefferson Transit Authority (JET) and the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) have 9 departures from the airport to the city centre. Use the Airport-Downtown Express (E2) by JET for $2 USD. The ride takes approximately 50 minutes to the city centre. You also have the Airport Express 202 Bus from RTA. The fare is approximately $1.50 USD.
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How to get around in New Orleans?
As a major metropolitan city, New Orleans has more than enough options for getting around town. From the historic streetcars to being on foot, you can explore the sights, culinary adventures, and more with ease.
Taxis
Taxicabs in New Orleans are available throughout the city centre. The initial meter fee is $3.50 USD, and then each additional 1/8 mile is charged at $0.30 USD.
Bus and Streetcar
RTA operates in the city centre and outskirts of New Orleans. Purchase a 1-day Jazzy Pass for $3 USD or a 3-day Pass for $9 USD per person and get unlimited travel on all buses and streetcars downtown. In the downtown area, most of your travel will be on the streetcars, but around the borders of the city centre, you will need to take the bus lines. You can text your stop ID on the RTA mobile app and they will respond with the next pick-up time and bus line near you.
Ride Share
New Orleans offers Uber and Lyft ride sharing services. These are private car services that you must book in advance. The fare depends on the time of the day, service selected, and the number of people you want to transport in the vehicle.
Bike
New Orleans is a walkable city, but also very bike-friendly. In the French Quarter, you can get around much easier with a bike than in a motored vehicle. Several companies rent bikes, including American Bicycle Rental Company & Free Wheelin’ Bike Tours, Bicycle Michael’s, and Bike Easy. The fares for rentals vary depending on which area of town you are in and the number of days or hours you rent.
Car Rentals
Car rentals help you get to the areas outside of the CBD and French Quarter. However, on-street parking meters in the Warehouse District, Marigny, French Quarter, and CBD average $3 USD per hour. Therefore, using a vehicle can become costly.
What are the visa and passport requirements when flying to New Orleans?
Canadian citizens can enter the U.S. through the Visa Waiver Program, which lets them visit for 90 days or less without requiring a travel visa. A passport is required, and travellers must have an Electronic System for Travel Authorization approval. For foreign nationals, please check the U.S. Department of State website.
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Things to do and places of interest in New Orleans
The city of New Orleans is one of those cities that never seem to rest. Throughout the year, there are events, festivals, and plenty of attractions. La Nouvelle-Orleans was established in 1718 and it still holds true to many of its French roots. While known as New Orleans today, it is home to over 300,000 people and attractions to keep everyone busy year-round.
- Festivals are big in New Orleans. Right through the year, you have culinary, music, and multicultural festivals. Try the Oak Street Po-Boy Fest or the New Orleans Seafood Festival if you are a foodie. For music, you have the French Quarter Festival and the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. To experience New Orleans culture, visit on Bastille Day or in time for Louisiana’s own Oktoberfest.
- The French Quarter takes you back to a simpler time. The buildings have been expertly preserved, and within the French Quarter you have restaurants, hotels, and numerous attractions. While here, visit the New Orleans Opera or catch a colourful production at one of the theatres. The museums of the French Quarter are also worth visiting, especially The 1850 House, the American Italian Culture Center, Amistad Research Center, and The Backstreet Cultural Museum.
- Explore the history and heritage of New Orleans. Neighbourhoods here each have historic significance to the city, like The Garden District, the Warehouse District, and even Faubourg Marigny and Bywater. Some of the historic buildings to stroll by or tour within include the Basin St. Station, The Cabildo, and Gallier House.
- If you are here for Mardi Gras, catch one of the many colourful and vibrant parades or go to a carnival club. If you are not here for the big day, The Backstreet Cultural Museum celebrates Mardi Gras year-round and so does Blaine Kern’s Mardi Gras World.
Tips and tricks for visiting New Orleans
New Orleans is a vibrant, safe city for the most part. However, when you are a new visitor, there are a few items to keep in mind.
Get to know the language
One thing that might throw you off is the way to pronounce names of areas while you are in New Orleans. Locals take offense when you get their language wrong. For example, “New Orleans is pronounced as “Naw-lins.
Know the drinks
To truly experience the night life of New Orleans, you need to know the signature drinks on Bourbon Street. Try yourself at a Hand Grenade or Crawdad Bloody Mary – both local favourites. You can also get the official Mardi Gras drink, known as the Ojen.
Avoid certain areas after dark
The city sees a heavy tourist count per year; therefore, they do what they can to keep it safe. However, there are some areas you must try to avoid during the late hours, such as the districts outside of city centre.
The challenge of driving
From the cost of parking to the difficulty of finding parking spots, it is better to take a cab or use public transportation than try to navigate New Orleans in a car. Parking meters are marked, so if you do park there, do not skip the meter fare – or your vehicle will be towed.