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$77+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Columbus

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MSY — CMH
Jan 11 — Jan 181
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Cheap 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 December 12, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Thu 12/259:00 amMSY - CMH
1 stop10h 38mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/26:28 pmCMH - MSY
1 stop6h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$188
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Thu 12/259:00 amMSY - CMH
1 stop10h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/36:28 pmCMH - MSY
1 stop6h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$209
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Thu 12/259:00 amMSY - CMH
1 stop10h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/49:13 pmCMH - MSY
1 stop27h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$213
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Wed 12/245:00 pmMSY - CMH
2 stops23h 33mSpirit Airlines
Fri 1/26:28 pmCMH - MSY
1 stop6h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/10$216
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Thu 12/259:00 amMSY - CMH
1 stop10h 38mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/16:28 pmCMH - MSY
1 stop6h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$230
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Wed 12/245:00 pmMSY - CMH
2 stops23h 33mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/49:18 pmCMH - MSY
1 stop22h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$235
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Wed 12/245:00 pmMSY - CMH
2 stops23h 33mSpirit Airlines
Sat 1/36:28 pmCMH - MSY
1 stop6h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/10$238
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Tue 12/239:00 amMSY - CMH
1 stop10h 38mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/26:28 pmCMH - MSY
1 stop6h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$240
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Wed 12/246:40 amMSY - CMH
1 stop9h 53mSpirit Airlines
Thu 1/16:28 pmCMH - MSY
1 stop6h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/10$250

Find 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 December 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$137
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$77
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$463
From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Columbus
One-way flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Columbus
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 30% potential increase in price ($134 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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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 1/23

11:02 am-8:30 am

1 stop20h 28m

Columbus

Sun 1/25

4:11 pm-9:06 am

1 stop17h 55m

$137

New OrleansColumbus

MSY - CMH

MSYCMH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 1/6

3:10 pm-5:33 pm

1 stop25h 23m

Columbus

Sat 1/10

6:06 am-6:16 pm

2 stops13h 10m

$184

New OrleansColumbus

MSY - CMH

MSYCMH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 1/16

7:00 am-11:19 pm

1 stop15h 19m

Columbus

Mon 1/19

10:40 am-9:29 pm

1 stop11h 49m

$191

New OrleansColumbus

MSY - CMH

MSYCMH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 1/16

12:52 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop9h 27m

Columbus

Mon 1/19

12:00 pm-9:29 pm

2 stops10h 29m

$196

New OrleansColumbus

MSY - CMH

MSYCMH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 1/9

12:53 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop9h 26m

Columbus

Mon 1/12

11:48 am-10:58 pm

2 stops12h 10m

$204

New OrleansColumbus

MSY - CMH

MSYCMH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 12/25

9:00 am-8:38 pm

1 stop10h 38m

Columbus

Sat 1/3

6:28 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$209

New OrleansColumbus

MSY - CMH

MSYCMH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 1/23

7:00 am-11:19 pm

1 stop15h 19m

Columbus

Sun 1/25

10:40 am-9:42 am

3 stops24h 02m

$237

New OrleansColumbus

MSY - CMH

MSYCMH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 1/9

10:47 am-11:19 pm

2 stops11h 32m

Columbus

Mon 1/12

6:06 am-8:21 am

3 stops27h 15m

$254

New OrleansColumbus

MSY - CMH

MSYCMH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 1/11

9:00 am-6:14 pm

1 stop8h 14m

Columbus

Thu 1/15

10:40 am-9:29 pm

1 stop11h 49m

$264

New OrleansColumbus

MSY - CMH

MSYCMH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 1/13

7:00 am-11:27 pm

1 stop15h 27m

$77

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Columbus (average of $54). Flying from New Orleans to Columbus in December 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.

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 December 12, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 55% on flights from New Orleans to Columbus by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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 December 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and Spirit 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.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

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 5 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 15h 19m. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $191. 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 $85 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Southwest, starting at $258 and $314 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is priced at 71% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Orleans to Columbus one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $54. Users have also found prices from $124 and $125 on Delta and Southwest, respectively.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Columbus (average of $54). Flying from New Orleans to Columbus in December 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.

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Top 5 airlines flying from New Orleans to Columbus

Discover the top 5 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$95Average$176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$313Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$314Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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