Travelling from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY): what you need to know
Birmingham and New Orleans are in the same timezone, UTC-5.
Leave enough time to make your BHM to MSY flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between BHM and MSY:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Dallas Love Field Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport flight is $203. A return fare right now is $457. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BHM to MSY if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport.
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Handy information about Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
BHM is located at 5900 Airport Highway.
80.37% of flights leaving Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport land at their destination according to schedule. With its dependable on-time performance, delays are unlikely when flying out of BHM.
Central Birmingham to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near BHM. Whether you have an early flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MSY if you're on a late Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Thrifty and explore beyond New Orleans's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to central New Orleans
You'll find MSY at 900 Airline Highway.
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is roughly 24 kilometres from central New Orleans. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
October is the most popular month for flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to New Orleans in May.
The warmest month in New Orleans is August, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Book your flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BHM to MSY in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
You've seen New Orleans, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Travel about 121 kilometres north-west to Baton Rouge to check off its must-visit sights. From Louisiana State Capitol to Louisiana's Old State Capitol and Shaw Centre for the Arts, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in United States, head for Montgomery, roughly 451 kilometres north-east of New Orleans. Civil Rights Memorial, Rosa Parks Museum and Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church are among its highlights.