New Orleans to Miami (MSY–MIA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MSY–MIA is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Frontier and Spirit Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 674 miles in approximately 1h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 122 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: AT, BA, EI, G3, GF, IB, QR | 51 | 319, 738, E75 | 1h58-2h07 | Oneworld | AT, BA, EI, G3, GF, IB, QR | |
| F9 Frontier | 0 | – | – | – | – | |
| NK Spirit Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Miami from New Orleans
| Metric | MSY→MIA | BTR→MIA | JAN→MIA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MSY | – | 65 mi | 161 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 126 | 1 | 1 |
| Flight time | 1h 30m | 1h 41m | 2h 12m |
| Departure OTP | 86% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MSY: CDT · MIA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in New Orleans, it's 7:00 PM in Miami.
Metrorail Orange Line connects to downtown Miami and Dadeland (15–30 min, $2.25). The MIA Mover links the terminal to the rental car center and Metrorail station; free. Taxis to Miami Beach cost $35–40 (flat rate).Ride-shares are typically $20–30 to South Beach. For Fort Lauderdale, Tri-Rail runs from the airport station ($3.75, 60–70 min).
Tropical climate with year-round warm temperatures (20–33°C). Wet season runs June through October with daily afternoon thunderstorms and hurricane risk. Flights are most disruption-prone during this period.
Dry season (November–April) is peak tourist season with lower humidity. Winter temperatures rarely drop below 15°C. UV is strong year-round.
MSY–MIA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MSY to MIA
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) and Miami International Airport (MIA) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Frontier and Spirit Airlines. With 126 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MSY to MIA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MSY to MIA ranges from 1 hours 30 minutes to 2 hours 7 minutes. The route covers a distance of 674 miles (1,085 km). There are approximately 126 weekly flights outbound and 122 return, totaling 248 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
122 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via MRK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Baton Rouge (BTR), Jackson (JAN) and Alexandria (AEX).