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$179+ Cheap flights from Columbia to New Orleans (CAE - 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 7/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CAE — MSY
May 17 — May 241
Sat 5/17
Sat 5/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbia Metropolitan to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in December or August, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbia (CAE) 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 May 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Priceline
3 stars

Round-trip from

$179
(Mytrip)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$505
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Cheapest flights from Columbia to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbia to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 12, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 7/243:08 pmCAE - MSY
1 stop5h 06mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/2812:48 pmMSY - CAE
1 stop24h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$179
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/261:18 pmCAE - MSY
1 stop17h 51mSpirit Airlines
Sat 6/289:10 pmMSY - CAE
1 stop14h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/11$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Fri 6/67:59 pmCAE - MSY
1 stop4h 32mDelta
Mon 6/95:25 amMSY - CAE
1 stop3h 53mDelta
Deal found 5/12$249
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Fri 8/1510:29 amCAE - MSY
2 stops12h 56mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/222:20 pmMSY - CAE
1 stop6h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/12$324
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Sun 5/255:24 amCAE - MSY
1 stop6h 17mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/75:47 pmMSY - CAE
1 stop4h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/11$382

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbia to New Orleans that are best for you.

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Return

Price

ColumbiaNew Orleans

CAE - MSY

CAEMSY

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 7/24

3:08 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop5h 06m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 7/28

12:48 pm-2:04 pm

1 stop24h 16m

$179

ColumbiaNew Orleans

CAE - MSY

CAEMSY

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 6/26

1:18 pm-6:09 am

1 stop17h 51m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 6/28

9:10 pm-12:23 pm

1 stop14h 13m

$197

ColumbiaNew Orleans

CAE - MSY

CAEMSY

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 6/6

7:59 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop4h 32m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 6/9

5:25 am-10:18 am

1 stop3h 53m

$249

ColumbiaNew Orleans

CAE - MSY

CAEMSY

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 8/15

10:29 am-10:25 pm

2 stops12h 56m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 8/22

2:20 pm-9:44 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$324

ColumbiaNew Orleans

CAE - MSY

CAEMSY

Columbia Metropolitan

Sun 5/25

5:24 am-10:41 am

1 stop6h 17m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 7/7

5:47 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop4h 57m

$382

ColumbiaNew Orleans

CAE - MSY

CAEMSY

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 10/10

6:34 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$220

ColumbiaNew Orleans

CAE - MSY

CAEMSY

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 5/23

5:55 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$254

ColumbiaNew Orleans

CAE - MSY

CAEMSY

Columbia Metropolitan

Fri 5/23

7:49 pm-1:16 pm

2 stops18h 27m

$337

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Deals found on 5/11

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Columbia to New Orleans in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust 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 Columbia-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Columbia-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbia-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbia-New Orleans flights, Cheapflights users trust Priceline the most. Priceline 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 Columbia-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 Columbia to New Orleans

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

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

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

The best time to book flights from Columbia to New Orleans is 87 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 Columbia to New Orleans?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Columbia 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 May 12, 2025.

When flying from Columbia to New Orleans, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 16% versus a flight in the morning.

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 May 12, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

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
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

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
8,724 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

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
7,950 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

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!
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,984 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

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 Columbia 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 Columbia to New Orleans round-trip?

    Currently priced at $197, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Columbia to New Orleans and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $249 and $324, respectively. Spirit Airlines is priced at 47% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $220. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Columbia to New Orleans for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Columbia 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 2 airlines flying from Columbia to New Orleans

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Columbia 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 May 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$214Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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