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$308+ Cheap flights from Champaign to New Orleans (CMI - 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 8/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMI — MSY
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Champaign to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Champaign (CMI) 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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$380
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$308
(American Airlines)
From Champaign University-Willard to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
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Cheapest flights from Champaign to New Orleans
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Sat 9/66:00 amCMI - MSY
1 stop5h 53mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/109:37 amMSY - CMI
1 stop5h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/28$380

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ChampaignNew Orleans

CMI - MSY

CMIMSY

Champaign University-Willard

Sat 9/6

6:00 am-11:53 am

1 stop5h 53m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 9/10

9:37 am-2:59 pm

1 stop5h 22m

$380

ChampaignNew Orleans

CMI - MSY

CMIMSY

Champaign University-Willard

Fri 8/8

6:36 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop4h 47m

$308

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Deals found on 7/28

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

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

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

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 July 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Champaign to New Orleans, such as American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.5

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Andrew,May 2025

LAX - MIA

2 hour delay. Discovered an engine problem late, we boarded the plane and they asked us to come off. To add insult to injury nothing was given to passengers to make amends. No free drink. No extra food or snacks. No free WiFi. Gimme a break
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.5

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Andrew,May 2025

LAX - MIA

2 hour delay. Discovered an engine problem late, we boarded the plane and they asked us to come off. To add insult to injury nothing was given to passengers to make amends. No free drink. No extra food or snacks. No free WiFi. Gimme a break

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  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Champaign to New Orleans round-trip?

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to New Orleans, with prices starting at $380.

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

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Champaign to New Orleans?

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

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Champaign 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$351Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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