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$44+ Cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans (FLL - MSY)

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FLL — MSY
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in August or September, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$112
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$44
(Spirit)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$153

Good round-trip deal

$141 or less

Good one-way deal

$100 or less
From Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
One-way flight from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($22 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

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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 June 12, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Wed 7/96:15 pmFLL - MSY
Nonstop2h 09mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/168:19 pmMSY - FLL
Nonstop1h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$112
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/317:00 amFLL - MSY
1 stop13h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/18:15 pmMSY - FLL
1 stop24h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$167
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/266:11 amFLL - MSY
1 stop4h 42mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/286:16 pmMSY - FLL
1 stop5h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$188
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 7/96:30 amFLL - MSY
1 stop3h 54mDelta
Wed 7/92:50 pmMSY - FLL
1 stop5h 57mDelta
Deal found 6/12$197
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 8/125:10 pmFLL - MSY
1 stop4h 15mSouthwest
Sat 8/238:10 amMSY - FLL
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 6/12$202
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/246:00 amFLL - MSY
1 stop7h 05mFrontier
Fri 9/54:51 pmMSY - FLL
1 stop6h 10mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$256
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/285:00 pmFLL - MSY
1 stop7h 28mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/27:00 amMSY - FLL
1 stop5h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$267

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Fort LauderdaleNew Orleans

FLL - MSY

FLLMSY

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 7/9

6:15 pm-7:24 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 7/16

8:19 pm-11:17 pm

Nonstop1h 58m

$112

Fort LauderdaleNew Orleans

FLL - MSY

FLLMSY

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 7/31

7:00 am-7:05 pm

1 stop13h 05m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 8/1

8:15 pm-9:26 pm

1 stop24h 11m

$167

Fort LauderdaleNew Orleans

FLL - MSY

FLLMSY

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 7/26

6:11 am-9:53 am

1 stop4h 42m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 7/28

6:16 pm-12:39 am

1 stop5h 23m

$188

Fort LauderdaleNew Orleans

FLL - MSY

FLLMSY

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 7/9

6:30 am-9:24 am

1 stop3h 54m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 7/9

2:50 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop5h 57m

$197

Fort LauderdaleNew Orleans

FLL - MSY

FLLMSY

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 8/12

5:10 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop4h 15m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 8/23

8:10 am-11:10 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$202

Fort LauderdaleNew Orleans

FLL - MSY

FLLMSY

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 8/24

6:00 am-12:05 pm

1 stop7h 05m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 9/5

4:51 pm-12:01 am

1 stop6h 10m

$256

Fort LauderdaleNew Orleans

FLL - MSY

FLLMSY

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 8/28

5:00 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop7h 28m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 9/2

7:00 am-1:57 pm

1 stop5h 57m

$267

Fort LauderdaleNew Orleans

FLL - MSY

FLLMSY

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 6/25

7:05 am-8:10 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$44

Fort LauderdaleNew Orleans

FLL - MSY

FLLMSY

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 8/3

6:40 am-7:05 pm

1 stop13h 25m

$88

Fort LauderdaleNew Orleans

FLL - MSY

FLLMSY

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 9/10

7:50 am-3:50 pm

2 stops9h 00m

$104

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans is 66 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Fort Lauderdale 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 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 June 12, 2025.

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 morning, which can drop the price by up to 22% versus a flight at noon.

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 June 8, 2025.

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

Rainfall in New Orleans by month

Plan your trip to New Orleans by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in New Orleans by month

Plan your trip to New Orleans by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans, such as Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

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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 2 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 1h 58m.

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

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $112, was found to be the cheapest airline from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and Delta. Spirit Airlines is priced at 32% 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 Spirit Airlines ($44), Southwest ($104), and American Airlines ($114).

  • 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 $178, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $48. The most popular route (Fort Lauderdale - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), is priced around $112.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Fort Lauderdale 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 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$76Average$154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$131Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$192Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$246Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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