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$78+ Cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans (FLL - 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 8/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FLL — MSY
Sep 1 — Sep 81
Tue 9/1
Tue 9/8
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in November or January, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 2, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Wed 9/26:42 am
FLL
-
MSY
1 stop12h 20m
Frontier
Mon 9/76:17 pm
MSY
-
FLL
2 stops29h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30$190
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/92:56 pm
FLL
-
MSY
1 stop8h 13m
Breeze Airways
Mon 10/126:03 pm
MSY
-
FLL
1 stop3h 24m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 8/1$192
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/510:58 am
FLL
-
MSY
1 stop6h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/65:18 pm
MSY
-
FLL
1 stop5h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$193
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/206:30 am
FLL
-
MSY
1 stop4h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/257:44 am
MSY
-
FLL
Nonstop1h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$194
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/221:56 pm
FLL
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 06m
JetBlue
Sat 8/293:52 pm
MSY
-
FLL
Nonstop1h 58m
JetBlue
Deal found 8/1$195
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/286:42 am
FLL
-
MSY
1 stop12h 20m
Frontier
Mon 8/317:11 pm
MSY
-
FLL
1 stop12h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 7/29$196
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/89:20 pm
FLL
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 08m
JetBlue
Sat 9/127:00 am
MSY
-
FLL
Nonstop1h 55m
JetBlue
Deal found 8/1$197
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Fri 8/289:20 pm
FLL
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/155:17 pm
MSY
-
FLL
1 stop4h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/1$198
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/206:42 am
FLL
-
MSY
2 stops11h 14m
Frontier
Tue 8/257:11 pm
MSY
-
FLL
1 stop12h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30$200
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Thu 8/276:42 am
FLL
-
MSY
1 stop12h 20m
Frontier
Sun 8/307:11 pm
MSY
-
FLL
1 stop12h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 7/28$201
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/176:00 am
FLL
-
MSY
1 stop4h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/211:40 pm
MSY
-
FLL
Nonstop1h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$202

Find flight deals from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) 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 2, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$190
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$78
(Breeze Airways)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$194

Good round-trip deal

$229 or less

Good one-way deal

$128 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 27% potential increase in price ($72 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Fort Lauderdale 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 2, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Fort LauderdaleNew Orleans

FLL - MSY

FLLMSY

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 12/18

4:40 pm-10:09 pm

1 stop6h 29m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 12/21

6:03 pm-12:13 am

1 stop5h 10m

$199

Fort LauderdaleNew Orleans

FLL - MSY

FLLMSY

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 1/8

4:30 pm-10:09 pm

1 stop6h 39m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 1/11

6:03 pm-12:59 am

1 stop5h 56m

$206

Fort LauderdaleNew Orleans

FLL - MSY

FLLMSY

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 10/15

2:41 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop8h 14m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 10/19

6:03 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop3h 24m

$209

Fort LauderdaleNew Orleans

FLL - MSY

FLLMSY

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 9/22

4:45 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops6h 45m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 9/23

9:20 am-7:05 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$227

Fort LauderdaleNew Orleans

FLL - MSY

FLLMSY

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 8/22

7:50 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop4h 48m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 8/24

5:16 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop5h 07m

$232
Quickest round-trip

Fort LauderdaleNew Orleans

FLL - MSY

FLLMSY

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 8/28

6:35 am-7:35 am

Nonstop2h 00m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 8/31

12:35 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$232

Fort LauderdaleNew Orleans

FLL - MSY

FLLMSY

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 9/18

6:35 am-7:35 am

Nonstop2h 00m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/21

12:35 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$237

Fort LauderdaleNew Orleans

FLL - MSY

FLLMSY

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 10/2

7:00 am-8:05 am

Nonstop2h 05m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 10/5

6:55 am-12:20 pm

1 stop4h 25m

$238

Fort LauderdaleNew Orleans

FLL - MSY

FLLMSY

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 12/2

5:40 am-12:15 pm

2 stops7h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 12/4

2:50 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$242

Fort LauderdaleNew Orleans

FLL - MSY

FLLMSY

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 8/28

1:05 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops9h 20m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 8/29

7:15 am-3:20 pm

2 stops7h 05m

$247

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans in August.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
BudgetAirPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Fort Lauderdale-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Fort Lauderdale-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Fort Lauderdale-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Fort Lauderdale-New Orleans flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Fort Lauderdale-New Orleans flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans

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

The best time to book flights from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans is 71 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 Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans (average of $126). Flying from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans in June is currently the most expensive (average of $261). 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 FLL to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from Fort Lauderdale 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 August 2, 2026.

When flying from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 46% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2026.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans flights typically cost between $152 and $265 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $190 on Frontier (Sep 2-Sep 7).

The best insider tips for Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans flights

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on MSY

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Expert on FLL

Travel journalist and photographer Paul Rubio is a Miami native (and current resident), who has lived in nine countries and traveled to 137. He is an expert in luxury travel, eco-travel, loyalty programs, hotels, airports and airlines. He is a contributing editor at AFAR, Condé Nast Traveler, LUXURY Magazine, and Palm Beach Illustrated.

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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 2, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,230 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,230 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,230 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers
Delta
7.8
Good
8,492 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,230 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,062 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,230 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers
JetBlue
7.1
Good
3,029 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,230 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans?

    You will need to book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans Louis Armstrong if you want to fly from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans. At least 4 different airlines have flights from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Louis Armstrong (MSY) on a regular basis. There are 3 flights to New Orleans from the Fort Lauderdale airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from FLL to MSY to be around 2h 00m.

  • How popular is this Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans flight route?

    Within the past month, 21 users have taken a look at flights from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

  • How long is the flight from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans?

    Airlines like Breeze Airways and Southwest fly from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans in about 6h 29m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 16m. Airlines will cover a distance of 673 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    JetBlue, at $56, was found to be the cheapest airline from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Southwest and United Airlines. JetBlue is priced at 69% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans are JetBlue ($52), Southwest ($62), and American Airlines ($93).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans are Sun Country Air (100%), Azul (85%) and JetBlue (65%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans? While on average our users pay $236, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $88. The most popular route (Fort Lauderdale - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), is priced around $158.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans (average of $126). Flying from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans in June is currently the most expensive (average of $261). 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 4 airlines flying from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Fort Lauderdale 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 August 2, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$56Average$214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$123Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$186Average$250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$187Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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