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$380+ Cheap flights from Columbia, MO to New Orleans (COU - 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 10/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
COU — MSY
Aug 25 — Sep 11
Mon 8/25
Mon 9/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbia to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbia (COU) 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 August 20, 2025.

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$380
(American Airlines)
From Columbia Regional to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/1812:15 pmCOU - MSY
1 stop4h 19mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/2511:15 amMSY - COU
1 stop5h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/19$380
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/25:09 pmCOU - MSY
1 stop5h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/64:13 pmMSY - COU
1 stop6h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/18$410
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 10/117:10 amCOU - MSY
1 stop4h 38mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/1711:15 amMSY - COU
1 stop7h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/18$413
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Fri 10/175:28 pmCOU - MSY
1 stop5h 04mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/2412:23 pmMSY - COU
1 stop4h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/18$446
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/256:01 amCOU - MSY
2 stops9h 32mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/2712:50 pmMSY - COU
2 stops8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/19$468
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 8/1912:24 pmCOU - MSY
1 stop4h 59mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/2311:16 amMSY - COU
1 stop5h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/18$480

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbia 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 August 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbia to New Orleans that are best for you.

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ColumbiaNew Orleans

COU - MSY

COUMSY

Columbia Regional

Sat 10/18

12:15 pm-4:34 pm

1 stop4h 19m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 10/25

11:15 am-4:55 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$380

ColumbiaNew Orleans

COU - MSY

COUMSY

Columbia Regional

Tue 9/2

5:09 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop5h 34m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 9/6

4:13 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$410

ColumbiaNew Orleans

COU - MSY

COUMSY

Columbia Regional

Sat 10/25

1:49 pm-9:12 pm

1 stop7h 23m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 10/27

5:45 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop4h 43m

$413

ColumbiaNew Orleans

COU - MSY

COUMSY

Columbia Regional

Sat 10/11

7:10 am-11:48 am

1 stop4h 38m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 10/17

11:15 am-6:43 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$413

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Deals found on 8/19

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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 August 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Columbia 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

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.0

Food

6.5

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BNA - ORD

My flight was 8 hours delayed, so I missed my connecting flight to Dublin. I understand it’s not the staff’s fault but the lack of sympathy and apology was appalling. I had been sat in the airport since 4am until 3pm and they did not seem understanding. Not good. Need better customer service.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.0

Food

6.5

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BNA - ORD

My flight was 8 hours delayed, so I missed my connecting flight to Dublin. I understand it’s not the staff’s fault but the lack of sympathy and apology was appalling. I had been sat in the airport since 4am until 3pm and they did not seem understanding. Not good. Need better customer service.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Columbia, Missouri to New Orleans?

    For as low as $380, American Airlines can have you in New Orleans from Columbia, Missouri in 4h 19m. Columbia, Missouri and New Orleans are separated by a distance of 620 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Columbia, Missouri to New Orleans round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($360), offers the cheapest pricing from Columbia, Missouri to New Orleans.

  • 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, Missouri to New Orleans?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbia, Missouri to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Columbia, Missouri 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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American AirlinesCheapest$360Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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