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$109+ Cheap flights from Buffalo to New Orleans (BUF - MSY)

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BUF — MSY
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Tue 6/24
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Buffalo to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in July or August, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Buffalo to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Buffalo (BUF) 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$242
(JetBlue)

One-way from

$109
(JetBlue)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

July

Average price

$406
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Cheapest flights from Buffalo to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Buffalo to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/48:45 amBUF - MSY
1 stop7h 10mJetBlue
Fri 11/710:55 amMSY - BUF
1 stop9h 36mJetBlue
Deal found 6/10$219
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sat 8/235:10 pmBUF - MSY
1 stop6h 52mDelta
Sat 8/3010:55 amMSY - BUF
1 stop4h 10mDelta
Deal found 6/10$267
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 8/237:05 amBUF - MSY
2 stops9h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/262:20 pmMSY - BUF
1 stop5h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$272
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sat 8/2310:30 amBUF - MSY
1 stop11h 10mSouthwest
Tue 8/266:40 amMSY - BUF
2 stops7h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$278
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Tue 7/15:20 amBUF - MSY
1 stop4h 55mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/81:25 pmMSY - BUF
1 stop5h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$310
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Thu 7/179:07 pmBUF - MSY
1 stop12h 44mFrontier
Sun 7/208:09 pmMSY - BUF
1 stop10h 38mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$332
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/1011:17 amBUF - MSY
1 stop6h 13mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/119:34 pmMSY - BUF
2 stops35h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$366

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Buffalo 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Buffalo to New Orleans that are best for you.

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BuffaloNew Orleans

BUF - MSY

BUFMSY

Buffalo

Sat 8/23

9:49 am-4:56 pm

1 stop8h 07m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 8/26

12:16 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$242

BuffaloNew Orleans

BUF - MSY

BUFMSY

Buffalo

Sat 8/23

5:10 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop6h 52m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 8/30

10:55 am-4:05 pm

1 stop4h 10m

$267

BuffaloNew Orleans

BUF - MSY

BUFMSY

Buffalo

Sat 8/23

7:05 am-4:00 pm

2 stops9h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 8/26

2:20 pm-9:16 pm

1 stop5h 56m

$272

BuffaloNew Orleans

BUF - MSY

BUFMSY

Buffalo

Sat 8/23

10:30 am-8:40 pm

1 stop11h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 8/26

6:40 am-3:10 pm

2 stops7h 30m

$278

BuffaloNew Orleans

BUF - MSY

BUFMSY

Buffalo

Tue 7/1

5:20 am-9:15 am

1 stop4h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 7/8

1:25 pm-7:54 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$310

BuffaloNew Orleans

BUF - MSY

BUFMSY

Buffalo

Thu 7/17

9:07 pm-8:51 am

1 stop12h 44m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 7/20

8:09 pm-7:47 am

1 stop10h 38m

$332

BuffaloNew Orleans

BUF - MSY

BUFMSY

Buffalo

Thu 7/10

11:17 am-4:30 pm

1 stop6h 13m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 7/11

9:34 pm-10:26 am

2 stops35h 52m

$366

BuffaloNew Orleans

BUF - MSY

BUFMSY

Buffalo

Wed 7/9

5:35 am-11:16 am

1 stop6h 41m

$109

BuffaloNew Orleans

BUF - MSY

BUFMSY

Buffalo

Fri 6/20

4:32 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop7h 08m

$160

BuffaloNew Orleans

BUF - MSY

BUFMSY

Buffalo

Wed 7/9

6:00 am-12:29 pm

2 stops7h 29m

$182

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Best time to book a flight from Buffalo to New Orleans

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Buffalo to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Buffalo to New Orleans, you should look to book at least 80 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 Buffalo to New Orleans?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Buffalo 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 BUF to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from Buffalo 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 June 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Buffalo to New Orleans in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 10% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Buffalo to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Buffalo 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.

Rainfall in New Orleans by month

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

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.

Temperature in New Orleans by month

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

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).

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 June 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Buffalo to New Orleans, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

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.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,925 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

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

    Flying on JetBlue is currently your cheapest option to New Orleans, with prices starting at $242. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $267 and $272, respectively. These flights start at 41% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is JetBlue, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $109. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Buffalo to New Orleans for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Buffalo 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 6 airlines flying from Buffalo to New Orleans

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Buffalo 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$60Average$188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$151Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$266Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$278Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$316Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$376Average$796FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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