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$99+ Cheap flights from New Orleans to Louisville (MSY - SDF)

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 5/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — SDF
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Louisville Intl are usually found in July or February, booked 21 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Louisville

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to Louisville (SDF). 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 May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$162
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$99
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$303

Good round-trip deal

$163 or less
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Louisville
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Louisville. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/157:57 amMSY - SDF
1 stop24h 03mSpirit Airlines
Fri 5/162:07 pmSDF - MSY
1 stop8h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$183
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/142:15 pmMSY - SDF
1 stop8h 37mDelta
Sat 5/1710:48 amSDF - MSY
1 stop3h 35mDelta
Deal found 4/30$217
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/198:35 amMSY - SDF
1 stop5h 52mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/212:55 pmSDF - MSY
1 stop4h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$238
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 9/119:00 amMSY - SDF
1 stop4h 15mBreeze Airways
Sun 9/142:55 pmSDF - MSY
1 stop4h 34mBreeze Airways
Deal found 4/30$288
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/83:35 pmMSY - SDF
2 stops8h 00mSouthwest
Tue 6/106:00 pmSDF - MSY
1 stop5h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$327
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/312:18 pmMSY - SDF
1 stop4h 30mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/18:55 amSDF - MSY
2 stops8h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$447

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

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New OrleansLouisville

MSY - SDF

MSYSDF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/15

7:57 am-9:00 am

1 stop24h 03m

Louisville Intl

Fri 5/16

2:07 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$183

New OrleansLouisville

MSY - SDF

MSYSDF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 5/14

2:15 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop8h 37m

Louisville Intl

Sat 5/17

10:48 am-1:23 pm

1 stop3h 35m

$217

New OrleansLouisville

MSY - SDF

MSYSDF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 6/1

10:00 am-3:19 pm

1 stop4h 19m

Louisville Intl

Mon 6/2

12:07 pm-3:09 pm

1 stop4h 02m

$273

New OrleansLouisville

MSY - SDF

MSYSDF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 6/8

3:35 pm-12:35 am

2 stops8h 00m

Louisville Intl

Tue 6/10

6:00 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$327

New OrleansLouisville

MSY - SDF

MSYSDF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 5/31

2:18 pm-7:48 pm

1 stop4h 30m

Louisville Intl

Sun 6/1

8:55 am-4:09 pm

2 stops8h 14m

$447

New OrleansLouisville

MSY - SDF

MSYSDF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 5/19

5:30 am-11:02 am

1 stop4h 32m

$99

New OrleansLouisville

MSY - SDF

MSYSDF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/8

10:00 am-3:19 pm

1 stop4h 19m

$131

New OrleansLouisville

MSY - SDF

MSYSDF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 5/9

5:30 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop4h 13m

$159

New OrleansLouisville

MSY - SDF

MSYSDF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 5/9

10:46 am-11:01 pm

2 stops11h 15m

$199

New OrleansLouisville

MSY - SDF

MSYSDF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 5/7

7:00 am-5:26 pm

2 stops9h 26m

$221

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Compare providers for flights from New Orleans to Louisville

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 Louisville in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Louisville flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on New Orleans-Louisville flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New Orleans-Louisville flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Louisville 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-Louisville flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Louisville

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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from New Orleans to Louisville?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Louisville. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New Orleans to Louisville, you should look to book at least 21 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 Louisville?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Louisville (average of $299). Flying from New Orleans to Louisville in April is currently the most expensive (average of $369). 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 SDF?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Louisville. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Louisville by month

Plan your trip to Louisville by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Louisville ranges from 3.1 - 5.3 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.3 in. September is typically the driest time to visit Louisville when rainfall is around 3.1 in.

Temperature in Louisville by month

Plan your trip to Louisville by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Louisville, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Louisville

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Louisville. 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 Louisville. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Orleans to Louisville. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($162), Delta ($217), and Southwest ($277) offers the cheapest pricing from New Orleans to Louisville. These flights start at 46% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $99 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Breeze Airways and Delta, with prices starting from $131 and $159, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New Orleans to Louisville?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from New Orleans to Louisville? While on average our users pay $173, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $131. The most popular route (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Louisville Intl), is priced around $162.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans to Louisville 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 Louisville?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Louisville (average of $299). Flying from New Orleans to Louisville in April is currently the most expensive (average of $369). 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 6 airlines flying from New Orleans to Louisville

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Louisville. 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$115Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$122Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$180Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$208Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$217Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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