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$59+ Cheap flights from Chesapeake, VA to New Orleans (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 10/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — MSY
Nov 21 — Nov 281
Fri 11/21
Fri 11/28
1 adult, Economy
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 12/39:26 pmORF - MSY
1 stop16h 41mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/810:00 amMSY - ORF
Nonstop2h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/22$132
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/36:16 pmORF - MSY
Nonstop2h 45mBreeze Airways
Fri 11/1410:00 amMSY - ORF
Nonstop2h 16mBreeze Airways
Deal found 10/21$143
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Fri 11/77:53 pmORF - MSY
1 stop14h 41mSpirit Airlines
Wed 11/1211:32 amMSY - ORF
1 stop6h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/20$144
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 11/116:33 pmORF - MSY
1 stop13h 19mSpirit Airlines
Wed 11/1211:32 amMSY - ORF
1 stop6h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/22$148
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 11/47:53 pmORF - MSY
1 stop15h 12mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/810:40 amMSY - ORF
1 stop5h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/20$156
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/45:15 pmORF - MSY
1 stop6h 12mBreeze Airways
Mon 12/810:00 amMSY - ORF
Nonstop2h 16mBreeze Airways
Deal found 10/20$158
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Wed 12/36:00 amORF - MSY
1 stop4h 29mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/86:21 amMSY - ORF
1 stop7h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/21$159
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/97:15 amORF - MSY
1 stop4h 17mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/197:47 amMSY - ORF
1 stop8h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/21$161
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/304:38 pmORF - MSY
1 stop6h 49mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/39:40 amMSY - ORF
1 stop8h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/19$167
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 12/43:13 pmORF - MSY
1 stop9h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/77:00 amMSY - ORF
1 stop7h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/21$170
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/1411:43 amORF - MSY
1 stop6h 17mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/179:40 amMSY - ORF
1 stop8h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/20$179

Cheap flight deals from Chesapeake to New Orleans

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chesapeake to New Orleans flight deals. Data was last updated October 22, 2025.

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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$132
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$59
(Breeze Airways)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$357
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chesapeake 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 October 22, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chesapeake to New Orleans that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

NorfolkNew Orleans

ORF - MSY

ORFMSY

Norfolk

Thu 12/4

3:13 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop9h 00m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 12/7

7:00 am-3:02 pm

1 stop7h 02m

$170

NorfolkNew Orleans

ORF - MSY

ORFMSY

Norfolk

Mon 11/17

11:29 am-5:00 pm

1 stop6h 31m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 11/20

9:30 am-2:49 pm

1 stop4h 19m

$180

NorfolkNew Orleans

ORF - MSY

ORFMSY

Norfolk

Fri 12/5

11:55 am-4:27 pm

1 stop5h 32m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 12/7

6:20 am-7:16 pm

1 stop11h 56m

$186

NorfolkNew Orleans

ORF - MSY

ORFMSY

Norfolk

Fri 11/14

6:16 pm-8:01 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 11/17

8:59 pm-5:38 pm

2 stops19h 39m

$186

NorfolkNew Orleans

ORF - MSY

ORFMSY

Norfolk

Wed 1/14

10:20 am-4:55 pm

2 stops7h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 1/20

11:05 am-4:45 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$193

NorfolkNew Orleans

ORF - MSY

ORFMSY

Norfolk

Thu 1/8

7:05 am-10:27 am

1 stop4h 22m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 1/11

3:30 pm-10:04 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$194

NorfolkNew Orleans

ORF - MSY

ORFMSY

Norfolk

Fri 11/14

7:53 pm-10:00 am

2 stops15h 07m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 11/17

8:59 pm-5:38 pm

2 stops19h 39m

$201

NorfolkNew Orleans

ORF - MSY

ORFMSY

Norfolk

Fri 12/12

6:16 pm-8:01 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 12/14

9:30 am-2:49 pm

1 stop4h 19m

$208

NorfolkNew Orleans

ORF - MSY

ORFMSY

Norfolk

Wed 12/24

5:30 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop6h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 12/30

6:10 am-12:50 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$209

NorfolkNew Orleans

ORF - MSY

ORFMSY

Norfolk

Wed 12/3

8:02 pm-8:22 am

1 stop13h 20m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 12/8

6:55 pm-7:16 pm

2 stops23h 21m

$209

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Best time to book a flight from Chesapeake to New Orleans

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chesapeake to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on October 17, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chesapeake to New Orleans is 63 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 Chesapeake to New Orleans?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chesapeake to New Orleans (average of $72). Flying from Chesapeake to New Orleans in December is currently the most expensive (average of $177). 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 C6E to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from Chesapeake 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 October 22, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chesapeake to New Orleans in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 9% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chesapeake to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chesapeake to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chesapeake 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 October 22, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Breeze Airways, Southwest, and Delta from Chesapeake 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.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
219 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
219 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
219 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
219 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
Delta
7.9
Good
7,979 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
219 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,028 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
219 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,097 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
219 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chesapeake 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 airport do you fly into for flights to New Orleans from Chesapeake?

    Located just 11.4 mi from the city center, New Orleans Louis Armstrong is the airport most travelers will use when flying to New Orleans from Chesapeake. Booking flights from Chesapeake to Louis Armstrong (MSY) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Chesapeake from 7 different airlines.

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

    This flight path from Chesapeake to New Orleans Louis Armstrong was viewed by 6 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Airlines like American Airlines and Southwest fly from Chesapeake to New Orleans in about 7h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 25m. The distance between Chesapeake and New Orleans is about 938 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    $72 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Breeze Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Spirit Airlines, with prices starting from $80 and $92, respectively.

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

    While on average a flight from Chesapeake to New Orleans is generally $199, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $69. When looking at the most popular route, (Norfolk - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), you can expect to pay $143 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chesapeake to New Orleans (average of $72). Flying from Chesapeake to New Orleans in December is currently the most expensive (average of $177). 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 7 airlines flying from Chesapeake to New Orleans

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Chesapeake 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 October 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$104Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$143Average$209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$155Average$232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$201Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$208Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$216Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$242Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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