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$249+ Cheap flights from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans (CID - MSY)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CID — MSY
oct. 11 — oct. 181
sáb. 10/11
sáb. 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in August or September, booked 27 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cedar Rapids (CID) 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 septiembre 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$249
(American Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$343
From Cedar Rapids to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
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Cheapest flights from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 11, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
mié. 10/295:00 amCID - MSY
1 stop5h 22mAmerican Airlines
mar. 11/47:00 amMSY - CID
1 stop5h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
sáb. 11/812:31 pmCID - MSY
2 stops10h 31mDelta
sáb. 11/156:22 amMSY - CID
2 stops9h 20mDelta
Deal found 9/10$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
mar. 9/235:57 amCID - MSY
1 stop5h 43mDelta
sáb. 9/276:25 amMSY - CID
2 stops9h 09mDelta
Deal found 9/9$264
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
jue. 11/63:49 pmCID - MSY
1 stop7h 25mAmerican Airlines
lun. 11/106:06 amMSY - CID
1 stop6h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$274
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/106:39 pmCID - MSY
1 stop5h 34mAmerican Airlines
jue. 10/166:45 pmMSY - CID
1 stop5h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$299
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
mié. 10/2912:31 pmCID - MSY
2 stops10h 33mDelta
mar. 11/47:45 amMSY - CID
2 stops7h 58mDelta
Deal found 9/10$314
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mié. 12/311:17 amCID - MSY
1 stop24h 06mMultiple Airlines
vie. 12/55:10 amMSY - CID
1 stop11h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$317
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/316:30 amCID - MSY
1 stop6h 43mUnited Airlines
jue. 11/62:15 pmMSY - CID
1 stop7h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$319
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
mié. 10/227:23 pmCID - MSY
2 stops20h 36mMultiple Airlines
dom. 10/266:34 pmMSY - CID
1 stop23h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$323
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
mié. 9/246:35 amCID - MSY
1 stop6h 42mUnited Airlines
jue. 10/23:58 pmMSY - CID
1 stop5h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$324

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Cedar Rapids 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 septiembre 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans that are best for you.

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Cedar Rapids

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New Orleans

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Cedar RapidsNew Orleans

CID - MSY

CIDMSY

Cedar Rapids

mié. 10/29

5:00 am-10:22 am

1 stop5h 22m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mar. 11/4

7:00 am-12:41 pm

1 stop5h 41m

$249

Cedar RapidsNew Orleans

CID - MSY

CIDMSY

Cedar Rapids

mar. 9/23

5:57 am-11:40 am

1 stop5h 43m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mar. 9/30

4:20 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$254

Cedar RapidsNew Orleans

CID - MSY

CIDMSY

Cedar Rapids

mar. 9/23

5:57 am-11:40 am

1 stop5h 43m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

sáb. 9/27

4:18 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$259

Cedar RapidsNew Orleans

CID - MSY

CIDMSY

Cedar Rapids

sáb. 11/8

4:23 pm-11:02 pm

2 stops6h 39m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

sáb. 11/15

6:22 am-3:42 pm

2 stops9h 20m

$259

Cedar RapidsNew Orleans

CID - MSY

CIDMSY

Cedar Rapids

dom. 10/26

6:39 pm-12:13 am

1 stop5h 34m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

dom. 11/2

5:06 am-12:02 pm

1 stop6h 56m

$299

Cedar RapidsNew Orleans

CID - MSY

CIDMSY

Cedar Rapids

vie. 10/10

6:39 pm-12:13 am

1 stop5h 34m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 10/16

6:45 pm-12:13 am

1 stop5h 28m

$299

Cedar RapidsNew Orleans

CID - MSY

CIDMSY

Cedar Rapids

mié. 10/29

12:31 pm-11:04 pm

2 stops10h 33m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mar. 11/4

7:45 am-3:43 pm

2 stops7h 58m

$314

Cedar RapidsNew Orleans

CID - MSY

CIDMSY

Cedar Rapids

mié. 12/3

11:17 am-11:23 am

1 stop24h 06m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

vie. 12/5

5:10 am-5:07 pm

1 stop11h 57m

$317

Cedar RapidsNew Orleans

CID - MSY

CIDMSY

Cedar Rapids

sáb. 11/15

6:30 am-1:20 pm

1 stop6h 50m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mar. 11/18

10:38 am-4:47 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$319

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Deals found on 9/11

Best time to book a flight from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans is 27 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Cedar Rapids 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 septiembre 11, 2025.

When flying from Cedar Rapids 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 77% versus a flight in the morning.

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 septiembre 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Cedar Rapids 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans?

    American Airlines and Delta can get you from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans in just under 5h 22m. Your travel time can differ by up to 21m. Airlines will cover a distance of 825 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Delta, at $198, was found to be the cheapest airline from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and United Airlines. These flights start at 48% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cedar Rapids 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 Cedar Rapids to New Orleans?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Cedar Rapids 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 3 airlines flying from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Cedar Rapids 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 septiembre 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$198Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$245Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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