How long is the flight from Albuquerque to New Orleans?

Southwest and Delta can get you from Albuquerque to New Orleans in just under 4h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 38m. Albuquerque and New Orleans are separated by a distance of 1012 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to New Orleans, with prices starting at $153. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Southwest and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $235 and $237, respectively. These flights start at 62% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Orleans ranges from 3.3 - 6.4 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.4 in. October is typically the driest time to visit New Orleans when rainfall is around 3.3 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Orleans, 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 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Albuquerque to New Orleans?

American Airlines, Delta and Spirit Airlines are the most popular airlines when flying from Albuquerque to New Orleans.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Albuquerque to New Orleans?

Flying to your destination on a Wednesday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to New Orleans. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Albuquerque to New Orleans?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 45 days in advance, which can save you up to 200% on flights from Albuquerque to New Orleans compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 45 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $498. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $498.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Albuquerque to New Orleans?

Our data shows that May tends to be the cheapest month to fly to New Orleans from Albuquerque. Users have commonly found prices around $403 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $226. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in November.

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

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Sat 10/45:35 amABQ - MSY

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$185

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1 stop8h 25mDelta

Deal found 9/11

$237

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1 stop7h 56mDelta

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$247

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Thu 1/16:00 amABQ - MSY

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Albuquerque to New Orleans, you should look to book at least 44 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 Albuquerque to New Orleans?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albuquerque to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Albuquerque to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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 ABQ to MSY?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Albuquerque to New Orleans in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 17% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Albuquerque to New Orleans. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,248 reviews

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

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,248 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,248 reviews

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

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,960 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,248 reviews

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

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,937 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,248 reviews

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

American Airlines

7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,248 reviews

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

Spirit Airlines

6.3

Okay

8,023 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,248 reviews

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

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How long is the flight from Albuquerque to New Orleans?
Southwest and Delta can get you from Albuquerque to New Orleans in just under 4h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 38m. Albuquerque and New Orleans are separated by a distance of 1012 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Albuquerque to New Orleans round-trip?
Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to New Orleans, with prices starting at $153. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Southwest and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $235 and $237, respectively. These flights start at 62% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
Can I find deals for flights from Albuquerque to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Albuquerque to New Orleans flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Albuquerque to New Orleans?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Albuquerque to New Orleans.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Albuquerque to New Orleans?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque to New Orleans?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albuquerque to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Albuquerque to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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 Albuquerque to New Orleans

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$153	Average$278	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
Southwest	Cheapest$235	Average$432	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
Delta	Cheapest$237	Average$296	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
American Airlines	Cheapest$252	Average$419	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
United Airlines	Cheapest$268	Average$439	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%

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