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$102+ Cheap flights from Columbia to New Orleans (CAE - 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 10/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CAE — MSY
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbia Metropolitan to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in August or December, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Columbia to New Orleans

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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$194
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$102
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$283
From Columbia Metropolitan to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
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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 September 11, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 10/22:59 pmCAE - MSY
1 stop6h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/56:41 amMSY - CAE
1 stop6h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$194
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Fri 10/311:31 amCAE - MSY
1 stop13h 21mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/56:41 amMSY - CAE
1 stop6h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/8$215
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Thu 10/22:59 pmCAE - MSY
1 stop9h 53mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/410:01 pmMSY - CAE
2 stops15h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/8$228
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Thu 12/1110:18 amCAE - MSY
1 stop12h 47mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/205:10 amMSY - CAE
1 stop25h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/8$236
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/94:33 pmCAE - MSY
1 stop8h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/125:45 amMSY - CAE
1 stop8h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$239
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Sun 12/141:38 pmCAE - MSY
1 stop9h 27mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/205:10 amMSY - CAE
1 stop25h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/8$240
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Wed 10/155:45 amCAE - MSY
1 stop3h 15mDelta
Sat 10/186:20 amMSY - CAE
1 stop5h 10mDelta
Deal found 9/9$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 10/258:05 pmCAE - MSY
1 stop5h 08mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/17:18 amMSY - CAE
2 stops7h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$255

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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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ColumbiaNew Orleans

CAE - MSY

CAEMSY

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 10/9

4:33 pm-8:29 pm

2 stops28h 56m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/16

6:41 am-2:09 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$226

ColumbiaNew Orleans

CAE - MSY

CAEMSY

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 10/15

5:45 am-8:00 am

1 stop3h 15m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 10/18

6:20 am-12:30 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$249

ColumbiaNew Orleans

CAE - MSY

CAEMSY

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 10/15

7:00 am-11:48 am

1 stop5h 48m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 10/18

7:18 am-1:30 pm

1 stop5h 12m

$249

ColumbiaNew Orleans

CAE - MSY

CAEMSY

Columbia Metropolitan

Thu 12/11

12:56 pm-5:58 pm

1 stop6h 02m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 12/19

5:22 am-10:11 am

1 stop3h 49m

$294

ColumbiaNew Orleans

CAE - MSY

CAEMSY

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 10/25

8:05 pm-12:13 am

1 stop5h 08m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 10/29

10:46 am-6:43 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$318

ColumbiaNew Orleans

CAE - MSY

CAEMSY

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 12/16

2:22 pm-10:21 pm

1 stop8h 59m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 12/22

2:30 pm-12:26 am

1 stop8h 56m

$319

ColumbiaNew Orleans

CAE - MSY

CAEMSY

Columbia Metropolitan

Sat 2/21

6:27 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop6h 02m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 2/25

10:48 am-7:12 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$319

ColumbiaNew Orleans

CAE - MSY

CAEMSY

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 10/21

10:24 am-10:21 pm

2 stops12h 57m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 10/29

8:00 am-2:15 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$324

ColumbiaNew Orleans

CAE - MSY

CAEMSY

Columbia Metropolitan

Wed 12/10

5:35 am-3:37 pm

2 stops11h 02m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 12/19

5:22 am-10:11 am

1 stop3h 49m

$329

ColumbiaNew Orleans

CAE - MSY

CAEMSY

Columbia Metropolitan

Tue 12/16

11:00 am-2:22 pm

1 stop4h 22m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 12/24

4:20 pm-12:07 pm

2 stops18h 47m

$329

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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 August 29, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Columbia to New Orleans is 22 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 September 11, 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.

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 September 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta and American Airlines from Columbia 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
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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
7,960 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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.

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

    A quick flight from Columbia to New Orleans can take about 3h 15m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $249. The distance between Columbia and New Orleans is about 600 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Columbia to New Orleans round-trip?

    Currently priced at $248, Delta will fly you from Columbia to New Orleans and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on American Airlines for as low as $248. Delta is priced at 31% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$248Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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