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$70+ Cheap flights from Columbus to New Orleans (MSY)

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CMH — MSY
May 29 — Jun 51
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in June or September, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Columbus to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/316:05 pm
CMH
-
MSY
1 stop23h 16m
Frontier
Wed 6/35:21 pm
MSY
-
CMH
1 stop22h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 4/28$128
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 5/246:05 pm
CMH
-
MSY
1 stop14h 19m
Frontier
Wed 5/275:21 pm
MSY
-
CMH
1 stop22h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 4/26$133
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 5/246:05 pm
CMH
-
MSY
1 stop14h 19m
Frontier
Mon 6/15:21 pm
MSY
-
CMH
1 stop22h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 4/25$136
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 5/228:48 pm
CMH
-
MSY
1 stop20h 45m
Frontier
Mon 5/258:16 pm
MSY
-
CMH
1 stop19h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 4/27$162
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/231:47 pm
CMH
-
MSY
1 stop28h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/275:21 pm
MSY
-
CMH
1 stop22h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$165
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/196:05 pm
CMH
-
MSY
1 stop23h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/215:29 pm
MSY
-
CMH
1 stop25h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$170
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 6/76:05 pm
CMH
-
MSY
1 stop23h 16m
Frontier
Sat 6/135:21 pm
MSY
-
CMH
1 stop22h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 4/26$171
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 5/246:05 pm
CMH
-
MSY
1 stop14h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/15:29 pm
MSY
-
CMH
2 stops22h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 5/218:48 pm
CMH
-
MSY
1 stop20h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/258:16 pm
MSY
-
CMH
1 stop19h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$183
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 5/226:28 pm
CMH
-
MSY
2 stops23h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/258:16 pm
MSY
-
CMH
1 stop19h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$188

Find flight deals from Columbus to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) 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 April 29, 2026.

Round-trip from

$128
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$70
(Priceline)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$378
From Columbus to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
One-way flight from Columbus to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($49 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 April 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to New Orleans that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

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Quickest round-trip

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Wed 9/2

3:50 pm-6:48 pm

1 stop3h 58m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/7

5:30 am-1:00 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$381

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Fri 8/14

4:25 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop5h 20m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 8/16

2:25 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$407

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Fri 7/3

4:09 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop7h 37m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 7/6

7:00 am-1:17 pm

1 stop5h 17m

$407

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Thu 8/6

10:28 am-3:49 pm

1 stop6h 21m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 8/10

7:30 am-1:00 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$407

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Sun 6/14

10:17 am-3:57 pm

1 stop6h 40m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 6/18

7:28 am-1:40 pm

1 stop5h 12m

$407

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Fri 7/17

10:28 am-3:49 pm

1 stop6h 21m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 7/21

3:22 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop5h 12m

$407

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Fri 6/26

8:35 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop4h 00m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 6/28

9:50 pm-8:20 am

1 stop9h 30m

$412

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Mon 5/25

4:09 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop7h 37m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 5/29

12:07 pm-11:43 pm

2 stops10h 36m

$479

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Thu 6/11

6:30 am-1:14 pm

1 stop7h 44m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 6/15

5:35 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 24m

$487

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Fri 7/17

6:30 am-11:01 am

1 stop5h 31m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 7/21

5:15 am-3:28 pm

2 stops9h 13m

$492

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

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

Booking 52 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Columbus to New Orleans. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to New Orleans (average of $95). Flying from Columbus to New Orleans in August is currently the most expensive (average of $166). 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 CMH to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 April 29, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Columbus to New Orleans is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 59% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Columbus 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 April 29, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Columbus to New Orleans, such as Breeze Airways,Southwest, andDelta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Food

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Food

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Food

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Food

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Food

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus 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 Columbus?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY), located 11.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Columbus to New Orleans. 6 airlines have flights to Louis Armstrong from Columbus on a regular basis. Booking flights from Columbus to New Orleans Louis Armstrong should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day.

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

    A quick flight from Columbus to New Orleans can take about 3h 58m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $381. The distance between Columbus and New Orleans is about 807 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Columbus to New Orleans round-trip from $99. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Spirit Airlines, from $106, and Delta, from $248. Breeze Airways is currently priced 71% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Breeze Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $34. Frontier flights start at $55 while deals on Spirit Airlines start at $56 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to New Orleans (average of $95). Flying from Columbus to New Orleans in August is currently the most expensive (average of $166). 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 6 airlines flying from Columbus to New Orleans

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 April 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$99Average$185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$106Average$182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$232Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$258Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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