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$80+ Cheap flights from Columbus to New Orleans (MSY)

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CMH — MSY
Oct 11 — Oct 181
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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 Thursday

Cheap 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$162
(Priceline)

One-way from

$80
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$312
From Columbus to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
One-way flight from Columbus to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($57 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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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 September 11, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/208:34 amCMH - MSY
1 stop12h 01mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/225:20 amMSY - CMH
1 stop11h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$175
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/2512:31 pmCMH - MSY
1 stop6h 54mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/295:20 amMSY - CMH
1 stop5h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$177
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.
Sun 11/911:09 amCMH - MSY
1 stop9h 34mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/128:38 pmMSY - CMH
1 stop12h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$180
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 10/211:21 amCMH - MSY
1 stop8h 04mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/107:28 pmMSY - CMH
1 stop15h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$181
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/145:25 pmCMH - MSY
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Wed 10/226:20 amMSY - CMH
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 9/11$184
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Thu 9/2512:31 pmCMH - MSY
1 stop6h 54mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/285:20 amMSY - CMH
1 stop5h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/11$185
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.
Sat 10/42:37 pmCMH - MSY
1 stop5h 58mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/65:45 amMSY - CMH
1 stop4h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/9$186
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.
Tue 9/305:15 amCMH - MSY
1 stop14h 38mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/107:28 pmMSY - CMH
1 stop15h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$187
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 10/246:21 pmCMH - MSY
1 stop6h 17mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/316:27 pmMSY - CMH
1 stop18h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/8$189
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Thu 11/132:49 pmCMH - MSY
1 stop5h 54mSpirit Airlines
Sun 11/168:38 pmMSY - CMH
1 stop10h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$190
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 10/211:21 amCMH - MSY
1 stop8h 04mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/95:55 pmMSY - CMH
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$191

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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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to New Orleans that are best for you.

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ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Tue 10/14

6:30 am-9:50 am

1 stop4h 20m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 10/22

6:20 am-2:30 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$184

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Thu 11/13

2:49 pm-7:43 pm

1 stop5h 54m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 11/16

8:38 pm-8:15 am

1 stop10h 37m

$190

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Sat 10/18

5:55 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop3h 45m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 10/21

4:35 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop3h 30m

$197

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Wed 10/8

7:45 am-11:40 am

1 stop4h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 10/11

8:00 am-12:50 pm

1 stop3h 50m

$197

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Wed 11/5

5:40 am-10:15 am

1 stop5h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 11/15

7:15 am-4:00 pm

2 stops7h 45m

$202

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Tue 10/14

7:45 am-1:40 pm

2 stops6h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 10/21

5:50 am-1:00 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$204

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Mon 10/20

5:00 am-4:37 pm

2 stops12h 37m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 10/26

6:41 am-11:58 am

1 stop28h 17m

$208

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Fri 11/7

4:30 pm-7:35 am

1 stop16h 05m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 11/10

5:10 am-3:35 pm

2 stops9h 25m

$223

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Fri 10/3

12:31 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop11h 24m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 10/8

7:55 pm-11:58 am

1 stop15h 03m

$229

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Sat 9/20

2:37 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop9h 18m

$80

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

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?

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 September 11, 2025.

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 evening could potentially save you up to 27% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on September 7, 2025.

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

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

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  • 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. 5 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 4h 20m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $184. 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 $94. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $251, and Southwest, from $259. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 69% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • 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 $171, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $114. The most popular route (Columbus - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), is priced around $170.

  • 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?

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  • 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 5 airlines flying from Columbus to New Orleans

Discover the top 5 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$94Average$182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$242Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$259Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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