Flying from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Vancouver: what you need to know
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-7. The city is two hours behind New Orleans, where Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is located.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your MSY to Vancouver flight.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from MSY to Vancouver, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
The journey from central New Orleans to MSY takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a hotel near MSY? If you're catching an early flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Vancouver, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 81.19% of flights that depart MSY land on time.
MSY is located at 900 Airline Highway.
How to find the cheapest flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Vancouver
The best price we've seen for a one-way Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Vancouver flight is 92 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 212 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from MSY to Vancouver. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Landing cheap tickets from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Vancouver is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest fares throughout the month and pick up a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The distance from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you about 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Vancouver, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near YVR:
Explore without limits with a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and chase adventure across Vancouver and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Vancouver International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from MSY to Vancouver.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Once your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Vancouver has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 5 minutes by car. Central Vancouver is roughly 2 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH).
You can expect the trip to take about 15 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to rest your head close to CXH. Settle in and get cosy after your MSY to Vancouver flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Avoid the slow-moving lines and paperwork at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from CXH in advance so you can just get the keys and go.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Abbotsford Airport (YXX) is around 64 kilometres from central Vancouver. It takes about 1 hour to get to the city centre by car once you've stepped off your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Vancouver.
If you're travelling on public transport, the journey will take you around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near YXX after your MSY to Vancouver flight. Recharge after a day of travel or simply take a moment to settle into a new destination at:
Stay in control of the next leg of your trip by picking up an Abbotsford Airport rental car. Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise will get you on the road.
If you're after a specific model or make, book your ride from YXX about one week before your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Vancouver. This gives you a better chance of getting your preferred car, as well as a better deal.
Best time to go to Vancouver
Plan your trip to Vancouver during high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Vancouver in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Vancouver plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
December has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from MSY to Vancouver around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Vancouver
Start your Vancouver trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Vancouver, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Granville Island, Stanley Park and Science World are popular attractions which should be on every Vancouver itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Vancouver, now it's time to explore other corners of Canada. Journey about 274 kilometres east to Kelowna to tick off its popular sights. From Kasugai Japanese Garden to Waterfront Park and Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Canada, head for Kamloops, about 257 kilometres north-east of Vancouver. Riverside Park, Kamloops Art Gallery and BIG Little Science Centre are key reasons to visit.
