Flying from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Paris: what you need to know
Paris is six hours ahead of New Orleans, where Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is located. Paris observes the UTC+1 timezone.
To avoid missing your MSY to Paris flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from MSY to Paris with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of New Orleans, MSY can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to MSY? If you're catching an early flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Paris, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 81.19% of flights that take off from MSY arrive at their destination as scheduled.
The address for MSY is 900 Airline Highway.
How to find the cheapest flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Paris
The best price we've seen for a one-way Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Paris flight is ج.م. 10,130. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 29,647. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from MSY to Paris if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Paris across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from MSY to Paris by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Paris.
Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The distance from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris is roughly 27 kilometres. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near CDG if you have a late flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Paris. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car and explore Paris and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Keddy By Europcar and Europcar are popular providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Charles de Gaulle Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from MSY to Paris.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
After your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Paris has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Paris is roughly 19 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
Travelling by public transport will take around 55 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to ORY. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your MSY to Paris flight:
Alamo, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar make collecting a Paris Orly Airport rental car easy and quick. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at ORY will save you money.
Paris Orly Airport is located at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) is around 88 kilometres from the centre of Paris. It'll take you about 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the city centre by car after your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Paris.
If you're using public transport, the journey will take you around 2 hours 20 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey to the centre, find a hotel near BVA. Check in to one of these stays after your MSY to Paris flight:
Start your journey without stressing about how to get to your next stop with a Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car. You can book with trusted suppliers here like Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar.
If you're searching for a vehicle with specific features, book your ride from BVA around three weeks ahead of your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Paris. This improves your chances of getting the car you want, as well as a better deal.
Beauvais-Tille Airport's address is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
Before locking in your flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Paris, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Paris offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season brings cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
Before locking in your Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Paris flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Paris, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 29ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MSY to Paris in January when temperatures average between -2ºC and 9ºC.
More about Paris
Once you've booked your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Paris, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Paris:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are must-do's during your Paris adventure.
Explore more of France
Lyon is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be discovered after you've seen Paris. Around 386 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Paris, Nantes is another favourite stop in France. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes.
