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$49+ Cheap flights from New Orleans to Minneapolis (MSY - MSP)

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Minneapolis St Paul are usually found in May or September, booked 25 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Minneapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to Minneapolis (MSP). 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 julio 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$98
(Sun Country Air)

One-way from

$49
(Sun Country Air)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$278

Good round-trip deal

$178 or less

Good one-way deal

$178 or less
From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Minneapolis St Paul
One-way flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Minneapolis St Paul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($71 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Minneapolis St Paul.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Minneapolis St Paul.

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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Minneapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Minneapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 3, 2025.

This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 7/1812:15 pmMSY - MSP
Nonstop2h 43mSun Country Air
mié. 7/2311:45 amMSP - MSY
Nonstop2h 36mSun Country Air
Deal found 7/3$98
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/66:15 amMSY - MSP
1 stop10h 37mMultiple Airlines
dom. 8/101:42 pmMSP - MSY
Nonstop2h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$130
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/56:15 amMSY - MSP
1 stop10h 37mSpirit Airlines
vie. 8/85:47 pmMSP - MSY
1 stop5h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/2$163
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
sáb. 8/24:16 pmMSY - MSP
Nonstop2h 51mDelta
mié. 8/612:45 pmMSP - MSY
Nonstop2h 36mDelta
Deal found 7/3$179
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/66:10 amMSY - MSP
1 stop7h 52mAmerican Airlines
dom. 8/105:00 amMSP - MSY
1 stop4h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$199

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

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New OrleansMinneapolis

MSY - MSP

MSYMSP

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

vie. 7/18

12:15 pm-2:58 pm

Nonstop2h 43m

Minneapolis St Paul

mié. 7/23

11:45 am-2:21 pm

Nonstop2h 36m

$98

New OrleansMinneapolis

MSY - MSP

MSYMSP

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mié. 8/6

6:15 am-4:52 pm

1 stop10h 37m

Minneapolis St Paul

dom. 8/10

1:42 pm-4:18 pm

Nonstop2h 36m

$130

New OrleansMinneapolis

MSY - MSP

MSYMSP

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mar. 8/5

6:15 am-4:52 pm

1 stop10h 37m

Minneapolis St Paul

vie. 8/8

5:47 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop5h 21m

$163

New OrleansMinneapolis

MSY - MSP

MSYMSP

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

sáb. 8/2

4:16 pm-7:07 pm

Nonstop2h 51m

Minneapolis St Paul

mié. 8/6

12:45 pm-3:21 pm

Nonstop2h 36m

$179

New OrleansMinneapolis

MSY - MSP

MSYMSP

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mié. 8/6

6:10 am-2:02 pm

1 stop7h 52m

Minneapolis St Paul

dom. 8/10

5:00 am-9:53 am

1 stop4h 53m

$199

New OrleansMinneapolis

MSY - MSP

MSYMSP

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 8/14

5:31 pm-8:14 pm

Nonstop2h 43m

$49

New OrleansMinneapolis

MSY - MSP

MSYMSP

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mié. 8/6

6:15 am-4:52 pm

1 stop10h 37m

$71

New OrleansMinneapolis

MSY - MSP

MSYMSP

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 8/7

6:01 pm-12:25 am

1 stop6h 24m

$80

New OrleansMinneapolis

MSY - MSP

MSYMSP

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 9/18

4:50 pm-9:39 pm

1 stop4h 49m

$95

New OrleansMinneapolis

MSY - MSP

MSYMSP

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

sáb. 8/2

5:05 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$100

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Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Minneapolis

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Minneapolis. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

Booking 25 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New Orleans to Minneapolis. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Minneapolis (average of $247). Flying from New Orleans to Minneapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 MSP?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Minneapolis. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated julio 3, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from New Orleans to Minneapolis in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 70% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Orleans to Minneapolis?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Minneapolis. Price data was last updated on June 29, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New Orleans to Minneapolis flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Minneapolis

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Minneapolis. 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 Minneapolis. Reviews last updated julio 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Orleans to Minneapolis, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

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

    To fly from New Orleans to Minneapolis, you need to book a flight from Louis Armstrong (MSY) to Minneapolis St Paul (MSP). Nonstop flights to Minneapolis St Paul from New Orleans Louis Armstrong take 2h 43m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 3 outbound flights from Louis Armstrong to Minneapolis St Paul offered by 7 different airlines.

  • How popular is this New Orleans to Minneapolis flight route?

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

    Our cheapest airline available from New Orleans to Minneapolis is Sun Country Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $98 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Spirit Airlines and Delta, starting at $163 and $179 round-trip. These flights start at 67% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $49 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Sun Country Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and Frontier, with prices starting from $71 and $80, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New Orleans to Minneapolis?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from New Orleans to Minneapolis are Air France (89%), Delta (81%) and WestJet (81%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from New Orleans to Minneapolis is $98. On average you can expect to pay $260. The most popular route, (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Minneapolis St Paul), can usually be booked for $98.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Minneapolis (average of $247). Flying from New Orleans to Minneapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 7 airlines flying from New Orleans to Minneapolis

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Minneapolis. 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 julio 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$54Average$180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$76Average$159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$102Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$161Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$281Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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