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How to get fromNew Orleans to Sanibel Islandby plane, train, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from New Orleans to Sanibel Island by plane, train, bus, or car

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  1. Fly

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    1. Fly from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Ft. Myers (RSW)plane plane MSY - RSW
    4h 3m
    $327–892

  2. Drive 764 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from New Orleans to Sanibel Islandcar car 764 mi
    13h 22m
    $140–202

  3. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal to Gulfport Amtrak Statrain train Amtrak Mardi Gras Service / ...
    2. Take the bus from Gulfport to Fort Myersbus bus Houston
    15h 47m
    $201–268

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Ft. Myers (RSW) flights

Calendar17Weekly Planes
Duration3h 38mAverage Duration
Ticket$101Cheapest Price
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Map of how to get from New Orleans to Sanibel Island.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 605.6 mi
  • Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between New Orleans, LA, USA and Sanibel Island, FL, USA?

Breeze Airways, Southwest Airlines, and Delta fly from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Ft. Myers (RSW) twice daily.

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