New Orleans

$36+ Cheap flights from Atlanta to New Orleans (ATL - MSY)

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ATL — MSY
Jan 17 — Jan 241
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Cheap flight deals from Atlanta to New Orleans

Cheapest flights from Atlanta to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Atlanta to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/319:57 pmATL - MSY
1 stop11h 50mSpirit Airlines
Thu 1/14:58 pmMSY - ATL
Nonstop1h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/17$100
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/319:57 pmATL - MSY
1 stop11h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/15:22 pmMSY - ATL
Nonstop1h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$105
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/283:42 pmATL - MSY
Nonstop1h 45mFrontier
Thu 1/15:22 pmMSY - ATL
Nonstop1h 42mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$106
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/248:25 pmATL - MSY
Nonstop1h 37mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/255:22 pmMSY - ATL
Nonstop1h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$109
This Spirit deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Spirit is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/288:20 pmATL - MSY
Nonstop1h 37mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/316:40 amMSY - ATL
1 stop10h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/16$113
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/248:25 pmATL - MSY
Nonstop1h 37mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/305:00 pmMSY - ATL
Nonstop1h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/16$115
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/258:20 pmATL - MSY
Nonstop1h 37mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/295:00 pmMSY - ATL
Nonstop1h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/16$118
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Tue 12/309:01 amATL - MSY
1 stop15h 58mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/313:10 pmMSY - ATL
1 stop4h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/15$120
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/258:20 pmATL - MSY
Nonstop1h 37mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/285:22 pmMSY - ATL
Nonstop1h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$123

Find flight deals from Atlanta to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Atlanta (ATL) to New Orleans (MSY). 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 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$85
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$36
(Super.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$233

Good round-trip deal

$127 or less

Good one-way deal

$49 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-New Orleans Louis Armstrong flight deals.
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From Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
One-way flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($16 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Atlanta to New Orleans that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Atlanta to New Orleans that are best for you.

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AtlantaNew Orleans

ATL - MSY

ATLMSY

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 1/9

4:27 pm-7:41 pm

1 stop4h 14m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/15

3:44 pm-6:16 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$95

AtlantaNew Orleans

ATL - MSY

ATLMSY

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 2/23

3:25 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop6h 30m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 2/24

6:15 am-2:20 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$98

AtlantaNew Orleans

ATL - MSY

ATLMSY

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 2/27

5:58 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop6h 00m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 3/2

6:59 pm-9:43 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$119

AtlantaNew Orleans

ATL - MSY

ATLMSY

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 2/5

4:27 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop7h 31m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 2/8

6:05 am-2:20 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$123

AtlantaNew Orleans

ATL - MSY

ATLMSY

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 1/14

8:02 am-8:46 am

Nonstop1h 44m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 1/21

3:31 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$133

AtlantaNew Orleans

ATL - MSY

ATLMSY

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 1/1

2:29 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop10h 30m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 1/3

3:10 pm-12:58 am

1 stop8h 48m

$150

AtlantaNew Orleans

ATL - MSY

ATLMSY

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 2/1

5:34 am-9:42 am

1 stop5h 08m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 2/4

3:43 pm-11:08 pm

2 stops6h 25m

$150

AtlantaNew Orleans

ATL - MSY

ATLMSY

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 2/25

8:10 am-8:55 am

Nonstop1h 45m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 2/28

6:30 am-9:14 am

Nonstop1h 44m

$152

AtlantaNew Orleans

ATL - MSY

ATLMSY

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 1/31

10:49 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 2/3

9:57 am-12:23 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

$152

AtlantaNew Orleans

ATL - MSY

ATLMSY

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 1/14

8:02 am-8:46 am

Nonstop1h 44m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 1/19

6:30 am-9:15 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$152

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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 Atlanta to New Orleans in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New Orleans from Atlanta with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Atlanta to New Orleans

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Atlanta to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

Booking 49 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Atlanta to New Orleans. 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 Atlanta to New Orleans?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Atlanta to New Orleans (average of $48). Flying from Atlanta to New Orleans in June is currently the most expensive (average of $81). 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 ATL to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from Atlanta 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 18, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Atlanta to New Orleans is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 17% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Atlanta to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Atlanta to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons 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.

The best insider tips for Atlanta to New Orleans flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Atlanta to New Orleans trip
Airports
ATL

For quicker security, check the South security area or use the international terminal for shorter lines if not checking bags.

MSY

Taxis from MSY to downtown offer a flat rate fare, often cheaper than rideshares, and are readily available.

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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 18, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Atlanta to New Orleans. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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 Atlanta to New Orleans. 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 Atlanta to New Orleans?

    Booking a flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) to New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is your only option if you wish to fly from Atlanta to New Orleans. On a typical day, there are 22 flights from Hartsfield-Jackson to Louis Armstrong, all of which are around 1h 30m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 5 airlines when you book a flight from Hartsfield-Jackson to New Orleans.

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

  • How long is the flight from Atlanta to New Orleans?

    Airlines like Spirit Airlines and Delta fly from Atlanta to New Orleans in about 1h 44m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 46m. The distance from Atlanta to New Orleans is about 425 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently priced at $47, Frontier will fly you from Atlanta to New Orleans and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Spirit Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $50 and $127, respectively. You may be able to fly from Atlanta to New Orleans for 75% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $31 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $35 and Southwest from $75 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Atlanta to New Orleans are LATAM Airlines (85%), Air France (81%) and Delta (81%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Atlanta to New Orleans is $35. On average you can expect to pay $151. The most popular route, (Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), can usually be booked for $66.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Atlanta to New Orleans (average of $48). Flying from Atlanta to New Orleans in June is currently the most expensive (average of $81). 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 Atlanta to New Orleans

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Atlanta to New Orleans. 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 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$57Average$144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$59Average$141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$137Average$264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$162Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$166Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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