Cheap Flight Deals From Pittsburgh (PIT) to New Orleans (MSY) Starting at $81

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This Weekend's Flight Deals from Pittsburgh to New Orleans

This weekend's flight prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sun, Oct 1 - Fri, Oct 13
PIT
Pittsburgh Intl.
MSY
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
$222 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$222
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sun, Oct 1 from Pittsburgh Intl. to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl., returning Fri, Oct 13, priced at $222 found 4 days ago

Airfares from $81 One Way, $143 Round Trip from Pittsburgh to New Orleans

Prices starting at $143 for return flights and $81 for one-way flights to New Orleans were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Tue, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 9
PIT
Pittsburgh
MSY
New Orleans
$143 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$143
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 5 from Pittsburgh to New Orleans, returning Sat, Dec 9, priced at $143 found 5 days ago
Sun, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 5
PIT
Pittsburgh
MSY
New Orleans
$150 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$150
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sun, Dec 3 from Pittsburgh to New Orleans, returning Tue, Dec 5, priced at $150 found 6 days ago
Wed, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 4
PIT
Pittsburgh
MSY
New Orleans
$151 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$151
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 1 from Pittsburgh to New Orleans, returning Sat, Nov 4, priced at $151 found 12 hours ago
Thu, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 13
PIT
Pittsburgh
MSY
New Orleans
$160 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$160
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 9 from Pittsburgh to New Orleans, returning Mon, Nov 13, priced at $160 found 11 hours ago
Mon, Oct 23 - Wed, Nov 1
LBE
Latrobe
MSY
New Orleans
$161 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$161
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 23 from Latrobe to New Orleans, returning Wed, Nov 1, priced at $161 found 5 days ago

More About Flying To New Orleans from Pittsburgh

Route Information for Flights from Pittsburgh to New Orleans

Origin Airport IATA Code
PIT
Destination Airport IATA Code
MSY
Distance
918 mi
Direct Flight Airlines
Southwest Airlines
Earliest Flight Arrival
12:35AM UTC
Latest Flight Arrival
10:15PM UTC

Fly from Pittsburgh International Airport to New Orleans

If you live in Pittsburgh and you're looking to get away to a city with as vibrant a nightlife as its culture, then catch a flight to New Orleans, where fun and work go hand-in-hand. When you fly from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to New Orleans, your flight will last about four hours. You can reach the airport by taking advantage of Port West Authority's public bus system.

Attractions

Home to 2,000 animals, the Audubon Zoo is a perfect place for families and friends alike to visit together. Also run by the Audubon Institute is the Aquarium of the Americas, one of the most advanced aquariums in all of the United States. For a closer look into the plant life and climate of New Orleans, you can stop by Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, which protects parts of Louisiana's Mississippi River Delta region. Sports fans can take a trip to the Mercedes-Benz Superdome, a large exhibition and sports venue.

Hints and tips

When you fly from Pittsburgh International Airport to New Orleans, you'll arrive at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), you are going to want to be in around February and March, which is Mardi Gras season. Mardi Gras is an annual Carnival celebration that takes place in the city every year. Beyond that, visitors should make use of New Orleans' varied forms of public transportation: streetcars, taxis and buses. Temperatures in New Orleans rarely dip below 45 degrees.

Frequently asked questions

Am I able to catch a flight from Pittsburgh to New Orleans now?
If you’re wondering about travel restrictions and quarantine requirements when traveling by plane from Pittsburgh to New Orleans, go right to the Covid-19 Travel Advisor.
What is the shortest flight from Pittsburgh to New Orleans?
From Pittsburgh, the exciting sights and sounds of New Orleans are at least 3 hours and 4 minutes away. Lock in your favorite seat, or perhaps even upgrade to one with extra legroom, and travel to your destination in pure comfort.
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I cancel my flight to New Orleans?
We get that traveling right now has its challenges, so it’s good to know that many reservations booked through us are able to be cancelled or changed. If your travel plans to New Orleans have been affected by COVID-19, a lot of airlines are making things easier by offering credits to use at a later date. Just sign in to your account and you’ll quickly see what options are available. Our Customer Service Portal is the place to go for more information.
Are there flights to New Orleans with flexible change policies?
In most cases you’ll have the option to reschedule your flight to New Orleans without a change fee. All you have to do then is pay the difference between the old flight and the new one. Look for the “no change fees” filter and book with confidence.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won’t keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

Fare, taxes & fees: Fares include all taxes and fees, except baggage fees. Rates shown reflect fares found by other Orbitz users over the past 7 days. Due to rapidly changing airline prices & seat availability, these fares may no longer be available.

Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.