Travelling from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) to Oaxaca Airport (OAX): what you need to know
New Orleans and Oaxaca follow the same timezone, UTC-6.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MSY to OAX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Oaxaca Airport. Many passengers pass through Dallas Fort Worth International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) to Oaxaca Airport (OAX)
At the moment, Rs62,302 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Oaxaca Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs134,339. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MSY to OAX if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for your flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Oaxaca Airport.
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Handy information about New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)
You'll find MSY at 900 Airline Highway.
Of the departures from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport, 79% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport from central New Orleans, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Oaxaca Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to MSY:
Arriving at Oaxaca Airport (OAX)
If you're coming in on a late New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Oaxaca Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near OAX:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Oaxaca Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from MEX, Economy or Europcar to explore Oaxaca and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Oaxaca Airport around one week before you set off.
Getting from Oaxaca Airport (OAX) to central Oaxaca
From Oaxaca Airport, Oaxaca is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting there on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Oaxaca Airport (OAX)
The quietest month for a flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Oaxaca Airport is March, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Oaxaca based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Oaxaca is April, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Oaxaca Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MSY to OAX in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC and 24ºC then.
Explore more of Mexico
Oaxaca is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Mexico waiting to be discovered. Around 370 kilometres north-west of Oaxaca, a trip to Mexico City will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Zócalo, Historic Centre (Centro Historico) and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Around 370 kilometres north-west of Oaxaca, Ecatepec de Morelos is another favourite stop in Mexico. No visit is complete without checking out Zoologico Zacango, Centro Ecoturistico y Educación Ambiental Sierra de Guadalupe and Botanical Garden.
