Flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans (PHL to MSY)

New Orleans is a major port city in Louisiana on the Mississippi River, near the Gulf of Mexico. The city is diverse and has three centuries of history behind it. New Orleans has a French Quarter, and the oldest African-American neighbourhood Treme, offering visitors an authentic insight into European and Creole architecture. Music is central to the DNA of New Orleans; the city is the birthplace of jazz and hosts a festival dedicated to the genre. New Orleans has a buzzing nightlife, there are umpteen music clubs, jazz clubs, casinos, burlesque and cabaret clubs.

Things to do in New Orleans

Frenchmen Street

Located in the French Quarter, the Frenchmen Street is the hub of live music in the city with over 20 bars and restaurants across 2 blocks. No matter which day of the week, you will always have a wide variety of music to choose from, be it Blues, Reggae or Jazz. It is the place of choice for locals, where you can feel the true vibe of the city. Sip on delicious cocktails at popular venues like Snug Harbor, the Spotted Cat and the Maison. You can also find local art and crafts at the Frenchmen Art Market.

Uptown & Garden District

Garden District is in proximity to the Uptown and is marked by beautiful mansions. The District was developed between 1830s and 1900 and has arguably the best preserved historic mansions in the country. Most notable ones are - Carroll Crawford House, Commanders Palace, Stain Glass House, Jefferson Davis House, Warwick Manor, Mayfair Manor and the Morris-Israel House. The district is a lush green area where visitors can walk around to appreciate Italian and Victorian Mansions in all their glory.

Jackson Square

Named after Andrew Jackson, the hero of the Battle of New Orleans, this historic square is emblematic of the French Quarter. The landmark square is surrounded by iconic buildings like St. Louis Cathedral, Louisiana State Museums and the Lower and Upper Pontalba Apartments (the oldest apartment buildings in the country). The open-air artist colony here attracts several local artists who create caricatures and portraits and display their art on the iron fence here.

Best Time to Visit New Orleans

The best time to book flights from Philadelphia to New Orleans is during spring season, (February to May), when the weather is mild, and you can enjoy the outdoor attractions and the revelry of Mardi Gras celebrations held during this period. If you wish to avoid the crowds, you may choose to visit in December or January. It is advised to book New Orleans flights in advance to avoid paying more at the last minute.