Travelling from Belfast to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY): What you need to know
Belfast is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Belfast to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is located in New Orleans. The city runs on the UTC-5 timezone and is five hours behind Belfast.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Belfast to MSY. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During peak travel periods, allow for longer queues and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
BFS is around 32 kilometres from central Belfast. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 2 hours.
Have an early flight from Belfast to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels near Belfast International Airport:
67.55% of flights departing from Belfast International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Break up your flight from Belfast to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport with a stop at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). A main stopover between George Best Belfast City Airport and MSY, it's the perfect opportunity to unwind before your onward flight.
You can get to BHD from the centre of Belfast in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 20 minutes to travel the 8 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your Belfast to MSY flight, kick back in one of these hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport:
George Best Belfast City Airport has an on-time performance of 68.3%. This figure shows how often flights departing from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
About Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MSY if you have a late flight from Belfast to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. Settle into one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
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To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Belfast to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport flight.
You'll find MSY at 900 Airline Highway.
Getting from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to central New Orleans
The centre of New Orleans is about 19 kilometres from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research ahead of your trip.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
Currently, 382 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 629 €. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Belfast to MSY, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when picking your flight dates. May is the quietest month to visit New Orleans. October is when most people book flights from Belfast to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
Book a Belfast to MSY plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in New Orleans to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Belfast to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).
More about New Orleans
Once you've booked your flight from Belfast to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring New Orleans:
You'll find loads of terrific things to do in New Orleans when you're in the mood to sightsee. Make your way to Bourbon Street followed by French Quarter and Cafe Du Monde.
Explore more of the United States
You've done New Orleans, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Journey about 105 kilometres north-west to Baton Rouge to tick off its top sights. From Beauregard Town Historic District to Main Street Historic District and Louisiana's Old State Capitol, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 225 kilometres east of New Orleans, Mobile is another essential stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Battleship USS ALABAMA, Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Centre and GulfQuest National Maritime Museum of the Gulf of Mexico.
