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$159+ Cheap flights from South Padre Island, TX to New Orleans (MSY)

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 1/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MFE — MSY
Jan 14 — Jan 211
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Cheap flight deals from South Padre Island to New Orleans

Cheapest flights from South Padre Island to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Padre Island to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 15, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Fri 12/265:10 amBRO - MSY
1 stop5h 52mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/295:07 pmMSY - BRO
1 stop6h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$298
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Mon 12/295:10 amBRO - MSY
1 stop3h 26mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/27:20 pmMSY - BRO
1 stop4h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$374
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Sat 12/1310:39 amBRO - MSY
1 stop6h 21mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/1710:23 amMSY - BRO
1 stop6h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/13$409
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Thu 12/187:48 pmBRO - MSY
1 stop4h 38mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/206:50 amMSY - BRO
1 stop7h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/14$523
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Mon 12/297:48 pmBRO - MSY
1 stop4h 38mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/211:00 amMSY - BRO
2 stops11h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/13$629
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/139:45 amBRO - MSY
1 stop6h 16mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/172:29 pmMSY - BRO
2 stops9h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$931
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Thu 12/185:10 amBRO - MSY
1 stop3h 26mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/202:35 pmMSY - BRO
2 stops9h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$1,013

Find flight deals from South Padre Island to New Orleans

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Padre Island to New Orleans flight deals. Data was last updated December 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$298
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$159
(American Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$378
Provider with most accurate pricing for Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl-New Orleans Louis Armstrong flight deals.
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From South Padre Island to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
One-way flight from South Padre Island to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 26% potential increase in price ($129 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($25 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 South Padre Island to New Orleans that are best for you.

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BrownsvilleNew Orleans

BRO - MSY

BROMSY

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Fri 12/26

5:10 am-8:36 am

1 stop3h 26m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 12/29

5:07 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$298

BrownsvilleNew Orleans

BRO - MSY

BROMSY

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Tue 2/24

12:15 pm-4:36 pm

1 stop4h 21m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 2/28

5:34 pm-9:31 pm

1 stop3h 57m

$353

BrownsvilleNew Orleans

BRO - MSY

BROMSY

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Mon 12/29

5:10 am-8:36 am

1 stop3h 26m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 1/2

7:20 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop4h 17m

$374

BrownsvilleNew Orleans

BRO - MSY

BROMSY

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Fri 2/6

6:49 pm-12:36 pm

1 stop17h 47m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 2/9

6:02 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$432

BrownsvilleNew Orleans

BRO - MSY

BROMSY

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Thu 3/26

5:15 am-8:34 am

1 stop3h 19m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 3/29

7:00 am-6:33 pm

1 stop11h 33m

$442

BrownsvilleNew Orleans

BRO - MSY

BROMSY

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Thu 1/29

6:00 am-10:08 am

1 stop4h 08m

$159

BrownsvilleNew Orleans

BRO - MSY

BROMSY

Brownsville South Padre Is. Intl

Thu 1/29

5:25 pm-9:32 pm

2 stops28h 07m

$354

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Deals found on 12/15

Best time to book a flight from South Padre Island to New Orleans

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Padre Island to New Orleans

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Padre Island to New Orleans?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Padre Island to New Orleans (average of $137). Flying from South Padre Island to New Orleans in December is currently the most expensive (average of $306). 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 SO9 to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from South Padre Island to New Orleans. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 15, 2025.

When flying from South Padre Island to New Orleans, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 15% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Orleans. 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 New Orleans. Reviews last updated December 15, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and American Airlines from South Padre Island to New Orleans by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to New Orleans from South Padre Island?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY), located 11.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from South Padre Island to New Orleans. 4 airlines have flights to Louis Armstrong from South Padre Island on a regular basis. Booking flights from South Padre Island to New Orleans Louis Armstrong should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from South Padre Island per day.

  • How long is the flight from South Padre Island to New Orleans?

    A quick flight from South Padre Island to New Orleans can take about 3h 26m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $298. The distance from South Padre Island to New Orleans is about 520 mi.

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

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

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Padre Island to New Orleans?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Padre Island to New Orleans 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 South Padre Island to New Orleans?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Padre Island to New Orleans (average of $137). Flying from South Padre Island to New Orleans in December is currently the most expensive (average of $306). 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 South Padre Island to New Orleans

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$176Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$176Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$176Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$176Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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