Distance from New York City to New Orleans by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from New York City (NY) to New Orleans (LA) is 1170 miles or 1882 kilometers or 1016 nautical miles.
Driving distance from New York City to New Orleans is 1309 miles (2108 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 139 miles or 226 km.

New York City to New Orleans Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between New York City, NY and New Orleans, LA
This map shows the distance from New York City, NY, Usa to New Orleans, LA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from New York City, New York to New Orleans, Louisiana is displayed below.

Driving distance from New York City, NY to New Orleans, LA

The driving distance from New York City, New York to New Orleans, Louisiana is 1309 miles or 2108 km.
The total driving distance from New York City, NY to New Orleans, LA is 1309 miles or 2108 kilometers. Your trip begins in New York City, New York. It ends in New Orleans, Louisiana.
The driving distance from New York City, New York to New Orleans, Louisiana is approximately 1309 miles (2108 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 24 to 25 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from New York City, NY to New Orleans, LA

How long is the drive from New York City, NY to New Orleans, LA?
The total driving time is 24 hours, 29 minutes.
How long does a car ride from New York City to New Orleans take?
New York City and New Orleans are 24 hours 29 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between New York City and New Orleans

Time difference between New York City (NY) and New Orleans (LA) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in New York City	Current local time in New Orleans
2025-12-05, 11:01:15 EST	2025-12-05, 11:01:15 EST

How Far is it Between New York City New York, USA and New Orleans Louisiana, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between New York City, NY and New Orleans, LA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	1309 mi	2108 km	1136.74 nmi
Straight line distance	1170 mi	1882 km	1016 nmi
Difference	139 mi	226 km	120 nmi

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