$53 Cheap flight deals from Miami (FLL) to New Orleans (MSY)

Unless you want to spend days trapped in a car getting from Miami to New Orleans, you need to take a flight. The history and culture of the city make New Orleans one of the top destinations for travelers. Orbitz.com has tickets available on some of the top flights to this city at lower prices.

Miami, Florida

Miami is recognized as glamorous because of the celebrities that vacation here and call the city home. The glamour of the city is clear when you fly from Miami International Airport because it offers a number of amenities for travelers, including parking. Valet parking costs $30 per day, and that price includes a personal valet who parks your car. Covered parking in a garage costs $17 per day, and budget travelers have access to an economy lot that costs only $8 per day and includes a free shuttle to the terminal.

Those who want to avoid the hassles of parking should look for a shuttle or taxi. Taxi rates start at around $10 per ride, while shuttle rides start at $8. If you get to the airport early, you can enjoy a short snack or longer meal at a restaurant like Au Bon Pain, Icebox Café, Nathan's Hot Dogs, or the Great American Bagel.

New Orleans, Louisiana

Culture and history thrive in New Orleans, a city that is proud of its heritage and long history. You can take walking tours of historic sites, visit an older cemetery, people watch in the downtown region, check out haunted sites, or just kick back with a cold drink at one of the many bars or restaurants.

Explore New Orleans

After landing at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, you might notice that New Orleans and Miami have little in common. After finding your bags, start looking at transportation options. Taxi rides from the airport to downtown are available for around $33, while the airport shuttle costs $20 and makes stops at several hotels. City buses and car rentals from nine companies, including Alamo, Hertz, Thrifty, and National, are also available to help you get around the city.

New Orleans has hot and muggy summers, so you might prefer a visit in the winter, when the temperatures range from the low 40s to around 65 degrees Fahrenheit. Another good time to visit is the fall, when temperatures reach the high 70s, though September does have days in the high 80s.

During your trip to New Orleans, be sure to visit the historic St. Louis Cemetery, which offers free tours. The city is also home to many cultural attractions, including the New Orleans Museum of Art, Saint Louis Cathedral, the Mardi Gras Museum, Jean Lafitte National Park, the National World War II Museum, and Jackson Square. When you're ready to unwind at the end of the day, visit Frenchmen Street, which is home to dozens of clubs and restaurants.

More than Mardi Gras

New Orleans is about more than Mardi Gras and late-night parties, and booking a bargain flight from Miami to Boston will help you experience all the culture and history of the city. Check Orbitz.com for a seat on a nonstop flight from American Airlines or another airline and for discounted tickets to the top attractions in New Orleans.