Flying from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY): what you need to know
The timezone in New Orleans is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of Mexico City.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your MEX to MSY flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Benito Juarez International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between MEX and MSY:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
San Antonio International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Benito Juarez International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport flight is Rs56,190. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs94,443. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MEX to MSY, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from MEX make it to their destination as scheduled 80.91% of the time.
Central Mexico City to Benito Juarez International Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
You can expect a journey time of about 55 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near MEX. Whether you're catching an early flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MSY if you're catching a late Benito Juarez International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of New Orleans and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport around 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 the centre of New Orleans. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
October is the busiest month for flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to New Orleans in May.
Book your flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport for August if you'd like to visit New Orleans during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 36ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEX to MSY in January. Average temperatures are between 4ºC and 18ºC then.
Explore more of United States
New Orleans has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be discovered. About 121 kilometres north-west of New Orleans, a visit to Baton Rouge will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Louisiana State Capitol, Louisiana's Old State Capitol and Shaw Centre for the Arts.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of United States, consider 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.