What is the cheapest airline to fly from Columbus to New Orleans round-trip?

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Columbus to New Orleans round-trip from $153. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 50% 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 Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $76. Frontier flights start at $117 while deals on Southwest start at $159 one-way.

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.

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).

What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to New Orleans?

Looking for the cheapest flight from Columbus to New Orleans? While on average our users pay $117, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $114. The most popular route (Columbus - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), is priced around $153.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Columbus to New Orleans?

American Airlines, Delta and Frontier are the most popular airlines when flying from Columbus to New Orleans.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Columbus to New Orleans?

Monday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 65%.

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

To save on the cost of your flight from Columbus to New Orleans, book at least 54 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 125% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $190 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $239.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus to New Orleans?

The best pricing can be found in the month of June. Prices to New Orleans from Columbus average $310. You can even find prices in June for less than $310, as users have found deals to New Orleans from as low as $106. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to New Orleans from Columbus. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 31%.

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.

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

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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.

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in June or March, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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Thu 10/912:31 pmCMH - MSY

1 stop6h 54mSpirit Airlines

Mon 10/135:20 amMSY - CMH

1 stop5h 06mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 7/28

$153

Thu 10/912:31 pmCMH - MSY

1 stop8h 14mMultiple Airlines

Sun 10/1211:37 amMSY - CMH

1 stop29h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/29

$196

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Thu 10/912:31 pmCMH - MSY

1 stop6h 54mSpirit Airlines

Mon 10/135:20 amMSY - CMH

1 stop5h 06mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 7/28

$153

Thu 10/912:31 pmCMH - MSY

1 stop8h 14mMultiple Airlines

Sun 10/1211:37 amMSY - CMH

1 stop29h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/29

$196

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Tue 8/58:37 pmCMH - MSY

1 stop23h 47mMultiple Airlines

Fri 8/87:00 amMSY - CMH

2 stops28h 27mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/28

$529

Tue 8/56:13 amCMH - MSY

1 stop4h 40mAmerican Airlines

Tue 8/54:10 pmMSY - CMH

1 stop7h 32mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/30

$635

Wed 8/68:37 pmCMH - MSY

1 stop12h 28mSpirit Airlines

Fri 8/812:48 pmMSY - CMH

1 stop6h 27mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 7/28

$175

Thu 8/78:50 amCMH - MSY

1 stop5h 30mUnited Airlines

Thu 8/147:00 amMSY - CMH

1 stop7h 35mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/29

$572

Tue 8/266:34 pmCMH - MSY

1 stop4h 54mSpirit Airlines

Tue 9/25:20 amMSY - CMH

1 stop5h 08mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 7/29

$158

Fri 8/294:51 pmCMH - MSY

1 stop6h 30mAmerican Airlines

Sun 8/317:16 amMSY - CMH

1 stop7h 18mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/30

$241

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Mon 8/186:34 pmCMH - MSY

1 stop4h 54mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 7/28

$76

Thu 8/73:08 pmCMH - MSY

1 stop18h 43mFrontier

Deal found 7/29

$117

Mon 8/1112:31 pmCMH - MSY

1 stop11h 37mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/28

$124

Fri 10/176:25 amCMH - MSY

2 stops6h 30mSouthwest

Deal found 7/29

$159

Thu 8/79:20 amCMH - MSY

1 stop11h 08mBreeze Airways

Deal found 7/30

$182

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12:31 pm-6:25 pm

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New Orleans Louis Armstrong

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5:20 am-11:26 am

1 stop5h 06m

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CMH - MSY

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12:31 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop8h 14m

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11:37 am-5:37 pm

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$196

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Mon 8/18

6:34 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$76

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3:08 pm-8:51 am

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12:31 pm-11:08 pm

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$124

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$159

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CMH - MSY

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9:20 am-7:28 pm

1 stop11h 08m

$182

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

Booking 53 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Columbus 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 CMH to MSY?

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 in the morning could potentially save you up to 40% on airfare.

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

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

Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Columbus to New Orleans, such as Southwest, Breeze Airways, and Spirit Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,241 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,241 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,241 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

Breeze Airways

8.0

Very good

191 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,241 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

Spirit Airlines

6.3

Okay

8,048 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,241 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

Frontier

5.9

Fair

3,237 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,241 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

Related info for your journey

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.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Columbus to New Orleans round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Columbus to New Orleans round-trip from $153. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 50% 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 Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $76. Frontier flights start at $117 while deals on Southwest start at $159 one-way.
What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to New Orleans?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Columbus to New Orleans? While on average our users pay $117, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $114. The most popular route (Columbus - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), is priced around $153.
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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Columbus 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 6 airlines flying from Columbus to New Orleans

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Frontier	Cheapest$88	Average$248	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$94	Average$183	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
Delta	Cheapest$242	Average$356	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
American Airlines	Cheapest$248	Average$388	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
United Airlines	Cheapest$279	Average$394	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Southwest	Cheapest$283	Average$384	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in June or March, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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