New Orleans is 1 hour behind Miami year-round. Miami uses Eastern Time (EST/EDT, UTC-5/-4) while New Orleans uses Central Time (CST/CDT, UTC-6/-5). Both cities observe DST on the same schedule.
The consistent 1-hour difference makes scheduling easy between these two Gulf Coast cities known for their vibrant cultures.
Business hours overlap well. 10:00 AM Miami is 9:00 AM New Orleans - both in prime business hours. The 1-hour difference is minimal.
American Airlines, Southwest, and Spirit operate frequent direct flights between Miami and New Orleans, taking about 2 hours. Both cities are known for their music, food, and cultural diversity.