$99+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Cancún (CUN)
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — CUN
Feb 20 — Feb 271
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Cancún
Cheapest flights from New Orleans to CancúnExplore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Cancún. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Cancún. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2026.
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/59:00 am
MSY
- CUN
Nonstop2h 00m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 2/812:55 pm
CUN
- MSY
Nonstop2h 03m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/19![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$216
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/29:00 am
MSY
- CUN
Nonstop2h 00m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/312:55 pm
CUN
- MSY
Nonstop2h 03m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/19![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$217
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/19:00 am
MSY
- CUN
Nonstop2h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/76:05 pm
CUN
- MSY
Nonstop2h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$226
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/38:57 pm
MSY
- CUN
1 stop14h 19m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 2/812:55 pm
CUN
- MSY
Nonstop2h 03m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/20![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$227
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/112:00 pm
MSY
- CUN
Nonstop2h 05m
Breeze Airways
Sat 4/185:05 pm
CUN
- MSY
Nonstop2h 05m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 1/19![Breeze Airways logo]()
$230
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/259:00 am
MSY
- CUN
Nonstop2h 00m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 1/2912:55 pm
CUN
- MSY
Nonstop2h 03m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/21![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$235
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/59:00 am
MSY
- CUN
Nonstop2h 00m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 2/1410:13 am
CUN
- MSY
1 stop6h 52m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/19![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$237
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/76:05 am
MSY
- CUN
1 stop5h 11m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 2/1410:13 am
CUN
- MSY
1 stop6h 52m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/19![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$246
Find flight deals from New Orleans to Cancún
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to Cancún (CUN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 21, 2026.
Most accurate provider | CheapOair 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | CheapOair 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $171 (Expedia) |
One-way from | $99 (Super.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $424 |
Good round-trip deal | $256 or less |
Good one-way deal | $137 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans to Cancún that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Cancún that are best for you.
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
New OrleansCancún
MSY - CUN
MSYCUN
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sat 4/11
2:00 pm-4:05 pm
Nonstop2h 05m
Cancun
Sat 4/18
5:05 pm-7:10 pm
Nonstop2h 05m
$242
New OrleansCancún
MSY - CUN
MSYCUN
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Thu 4/2
9:00 am-10:55 am
Nonstop1h 55m
Cancun
Sun 4/5
11:55 am-1:56 pm
Nonstop2h 01m
$257
New OrleansCancún
MSY - CUN
MSYCUN
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sat 2/14
2:00 pm-5:05 pm
Nonstop2h 05m
Cancun
Thu 2/19
12:55 pm-1:58 pm
Nonstop2h 03m
$266
New OrleansCancún
MSY - CUN
MSYCUN
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Thu 2/12
9:00 am-12:00 pm
Nonstop2h 00m
Cancun
Wed 2/18
12:55 pm-1:58 pm
Nonstop2h 03m
$279
New OrleansCancún
MSY - CUN
MSYCUN
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sat 2/14
8:36 pm-9:18 am
1 stop11h 42m
Cancun
Wed 2/18
2:00 pm-5:38 pm
1 stop28h 38m
$292
New OrleansCancún
MSY - CUN
MSYCUN
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 2/24
7:00 am-5:38 pm
1 stop9h 38m
Cancun
Wed 2/25
2:23 pm-9:21 pm
1 stop7h 58m
$294
New OrleansCancún
MSY - CUN
MSYCUN
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Thu 2/12
6:10 pm-1:36 am
2 stops30h 26m
Cancun
Tue 2/17
12:55 pm-1:58 pm
Nonstop2h 03m
$303
New OrleansCancún
MSY - CUN
MSYCUN
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Fri 2/13
8:36 pm-9:18 am
1 stop11h 42m
Cancun
Mon 2/16
12:55 pm-1:58 pm
Nonstop2h 03m
$317
New OrleansCancún
MSY - CUN
MSYCUN
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Thu 3/12
6:24 am-11:30 am
1 stop5h 06m
Cancun
Sun 3/15
11:55 am-1:56 pm
Nonstop2h 01m
$319
New OrleansCancún
MSY - CUN
MSYCUN
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sat 3/21
11:48 am-7:51 am
1 stop20h 03m
Cancun
Thu 3/26
12:16 pm-7:01 pm
2 stops30h 45m
$343
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Compare providers for flights from New Orleans to Cancún
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from New Orleans to Cancún in January.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*1 star |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Cancún flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on New Orleans-Cancún flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New Orleans-Cancún flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Cancún flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for New Orleans-Cancún flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from New Orleans to Cancún?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Cancún. Price data was last updated on January 16, 2026.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New Orleans to Cancún, you should look to book at least 26 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to Cancún?
Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Cancún (average of $179). Flying from New Orleans to Cancún in January is currently the most expensive (average of $253). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Cancún?
What’s the top layover airport for flights from New Orleans to Cancún?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from New Orleans to Cancún chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Atlanta (ATL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 40% of 1-stop itineraries from New Orleans to Cancún on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from New Orleans to Cancún?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from New Orleans to Cancún, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Orlando (MCO) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $265.
What’s the fastest layover option from New Orleans to Cancún?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from New Orleans to Cancún, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Houston (IAH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 02m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from New Orleans to Cancún?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from New Orleans to Cancún, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Houston (IAH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 44m.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Cancún
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cancún. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cancún. Reviews last updated January 21, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Orleans to Cancún, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$129 | Average$291 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$140 | Average$371 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$199 | Average$442 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$209 | Average$445 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$212 | Average$289 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$350 | Average$517 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$412 | Average$507 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$433 | Average$587 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |