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$81+ Cheap flights from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans (CID - 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 2/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CID — MSY
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Tue 12/237:28 pmCID - MSY
1 stop4h 58mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/275:38 pmMSY - CID
1 stop5h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Mon 12/297:28 pmCID - MSY
1 stop4h 58mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/16:45 amMSY - CID
1 stop5h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$392
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Thu 12/251:30 pmCID - MSY
1 stop5h 45mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/295:30 pmMSY - CID
1 stop5h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$427
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Thu 12/256:30 amCID - MSY
2 stops9h 31mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/297:00 amMSY - CID
1 stop7h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$430
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Tue 12/238:00 amCID - MSY
2 stops10h 14mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/277:00 amMSY - CID
1 stop7h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$541

Find 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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$216
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$81
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$330
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Cedar RapidsNew Orleans

CID - MSY

CIDMSY

Cedar Rapids

Mon 2/23

7:20 pm-8:21 am

1 stop13h 01m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 2/26

7:27 pm-6:21 pm

1 stop22h 54m

$216

Cedar RapidsNew Orleans

CID - MSY

CIDMSY

Cedar Rapids

Wed 1/7

6:53 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop4h 47m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 1/10

5:34 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$217

Cedar RapidsNew Orleans

CID - MSY

CIDMSY

Cedar Rapids

Fri 1/23

3:10 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 19m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 1/26

12:40 pm-9:34 pm

2 stops8h 54m

$222

Cedar RapidsNew Orleans

CID - MSY

CIDMSY

Cedar Rapids

Sun 2/15

5:26 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop5h 12m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 2/21

5:05 am-2:24 pm

2 stops9h 19m

$278

Cedar RapidsNew Orleans

CID - MSY

CIDMSY

Cedar Rapids

Sat 1/10

8:00 am-1:24 pm

1 stop5h 24m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 1/14

2:26 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop4h 44m

$287

Cedar RapidsNew Orleans

CID - MSY

CIDMSY

Cedar Rapids

Mon 2/23

7:20 pm-8:21 am

1 stop13h 01m

$81

Cedar RapidsNew Orleans

CID - MSY

CIDMSY

Cedar Rapids

Thu 1/15

8:08 pm-4:49 pm

1 stop20h 41m

$138

Cedar RapidsNew Orleans

CID - MSY

CIDMSY

Cedar Rapids

Thu 1/15

8:08 pm-9:42 am

2 stops37h 34m

$163

Cedar RapidsNew Orleans

CID - MSY

CIDMSY

Cedar Rapids

Tue 2/10

5:15 am-10:17 am

1 stop5h 02m

$183

Cedar RapidsNew Orleans

CID - MSY

CIDMSY

Cedar Rapids

Tue 2/10

6:30 am-4:09 pm

2 stops9h 39m

$188

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*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 Cedar Rapids-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Cedar Rapids-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Cedar Rapids-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Cedar Rapids-New Orleans flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Cedar Rapids-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 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 December 5, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans is 47 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans (average of $185). Flying from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans in June is currently the most expensive (average of $251). 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 December 12, 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 76% versus a flight in the morning.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans?

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 12, 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
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

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 United Airlines can get you from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans in just under 4h 47m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 32m. 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 $242, 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 37% 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans (average of $185). Flying from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans in June is currently the most expensive (average of $251). 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$242Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$302Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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