Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY): what you need to know
New Orleans is five hours behind Edinburgh and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your EDI to MSY flight.
Travelling during a peak month like June? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between EDI and MSY:
Pearson International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Orlando International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
At the moment, 267 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 500 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from EDI to MSY, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport.
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Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Edinburgh Airport, data shows 67.94% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Edinburgh Airport from central Edinburgh, it takes about 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to EDI? If you're catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on an Edinburgh Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MSY instead:
Grab a Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport rental car and discover New Orleans and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Dollar and Thrifty are popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to central New Orleans
The address for MSY is 900 Airline Highway.
From Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, New Orleans is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
When to fly to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
October is the busiest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to New Orleans in May.
Book your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport for August if you'd like to explore New Orleans during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EDI to MSY in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
New Orleans has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of United States you'll want to see. About 121 kilometres north-west of New Orleans, a trip to Baton Rouge will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Louisiana State Capitol, Louisiana's Old State Capitol and Shaw Centre for the Arts.
If you're ready to explore 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 the biggest draws.