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$81+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Columbus

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MSY — CMH
Oct 11 — Oct 181
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Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to Columbus (C01). 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$175
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$81
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$284
From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Columbus
One-way flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Columbus
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 24% potential increase in price ($94 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

Find flight deals from New Orleans to Columbus

Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 9/205:20 amMSY - CMH
1 stop7h 12mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/2512:31 pmCMH - MSY
1 stop6h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$162
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Fri 10/39:12 amMSY - CMH
1 stop8h 46mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/42:37 pmCMH - MSY
1 stop5h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$175
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Wed 9/175:20 amMSY - CMH
1 stop11h 51mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/1812:31 pmCMH - MSY
1 stop6h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$177
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Wed 9/2412:33 pmMSY - CMH
1 stop7h 00mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/278:34 amCMH - MSY
1 stop12h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$182
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Fri 10/316:27 pmMSY - CMH
1 stop18h 16mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/166:45 amCMH - MSY
2 stops35h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$188
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 10/37:37 pmMSY - CMH
1 stop13h 59mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/65:00 amCMH - MSY
2 stops11h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$189
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Fri 10/39:12 amMSY - CMH
1 stop8h 46mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/612:28 pmCMH - MSY
1 stop9h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$190
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Thu 9/184:51 pmMSY - CMH
1 stop23h 54mFrontier
Sun 9/2111:21 amCMH - MSY
2 stops29h 36mFrontier
Deal found 9/8$212

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Columbus that are best for you.

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New OrleansColumbus

MSY - CMH

MSYCMH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 10/3

9:12 am-6:58 pm

1 stop8h 46m

Columbus

Sat 10/4

2:37 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$175

New OrleansColumbus

MSY - CMH

MSYCMH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/30

7:45 pm-7:08 pm

1 stop22h 23m

Columbus

Mon 11/3

12:28 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$175

New OrleansColumbus

MSY - CMH

MSYCMH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 10/31

6:27 pm-1:43 pm

1 stop18h 16m

Columbus

Sun 11/16

8:42 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop21h 18m

$188

New OrleansColumbus

MSY - CMH

MSYCMH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 10/3

7:37 pm-10:36 am

1 stop13h 59m

Columbus

Mon 10/6

5:00 am-3:57 pm

2 stops11h 57m

$188

New OrleansColumbus

MSY - CMH

MSYCMH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 10/3

6:30 am-6:58 pm

1 stop11h 28m

Columbus

Mon 10/6

6:21 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop6h 17m

$190

New OrleansColumbus

MSY - CMH

MSYCMH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 9/23

12:33 pm-8:33 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Columbus

Fri 9/26

12:31 pm-6:42 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$190

New OrleansColumbus

MSY - CMH

MSYCMH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/23

6:05 pm-11:58 am

2 stops16h 53m

Columbus

Fri 10/24

6:21 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop6h 17m

$212

New OrleansColumbus

MSY - CMH

MSYCMH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 2/21

9:51 pm-1:58 pm

1 stop15h 07m

Columbus

Tue 2/24

6:45 am-3:31 pm

1 stop9h 46m

$212

New OrleansColumbus

MSY - CMH

MSYCMH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 9/20

5:20 am-1:32 pm

1 stop7h 12m

$81

New OrleansColumbus

MSY - CMH

MSYCMH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 10/3

9:12 am-6:58 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$91

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Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Columbus

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Orleans to Columbus

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to Columbus?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from New Orleans to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MSY to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Columbus. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 65% on flights from New Orleans to Columbus by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. 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 Columbus. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from New Orleans to Columbus to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Orleans to Columbus. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from New Orleans to Columbus?

    Most people fly from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) if they book a flight from New Orleans to Columbus. On average, Louis Armstrong has 0 outbound flights to Columbus per day from 4 airlines. New Orleans Louis Armstrong is conveniently located just 11.4 mi from New Orleans’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from New Orleans to Columbus?

    A quick flight from New Orleans to Columbus can take about 8h 46m. Spirit Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $175. New Orleans and Columbus are separated by a distance of 807 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New Orleans to Columbus round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from New Orleans to Columbus is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $95 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Delta, starting at $270 and $281 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is priced at 67% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Orleans to Columbus that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Orleans to Columbus flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Orleans to Columbus?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Orleans to Columbus.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Orleans to Columbus?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans to Columbus by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to Columbus?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Columbus (average of $254). Flying from New Orleans to Columbus in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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.

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Top 4 airlines flying from New Orleans to Columbus

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Columbus. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$95Average$176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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