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$58+ Cheap flights from Fort Myers to New Orleans (RSW - 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 9/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RSW — MSY
Jun 5 — Jun 121
Fri 6/5
Fri 6/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Fort Myers SW Florida Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in December or October, booked 28 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Fort Myers to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Fort Myers to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 6, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Mon 5/187:00 am
RSW
-
MSY
1 stop7h 55m
American Airlines
Tue 5/1910:26 am
MSY
-
RSW
1 stop6h 32m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/4$237
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Mon 5/189:10 am
RSW
-
MSY
1 stop6h 40m
Southwest
Tue 5/192:00 pm
MSY
-
RSW
2 stops6h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 5/4$242
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/167:45 am
RSW
-
MSY
1 stop11h 30m
Breeze Airways
Wed 8/198:10 am
MSY
-
RSW
1 stop12h 47m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/3$245
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 8/237:45 am
RSW
-
MSY
1 stop11h 30m
Breeze Airways
Tue 8/257:00 am
MSY
-
RSW
1 stop13h 58m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/3$270
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 6/51:19 pm
RSW
-
MSY
2 stops28h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/95:44 pm
MSY
-
RSW
1 stop12h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$277
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 9/18:00 am
RSW
-
MSY
1 stop10h 29m
Breeze Airways
Fri 9/48:05 am
MSY
-
RSW
1 stop14h 03m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/3$278
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 5/277:00 am
RSW
-
MSY
1 stop12h 27m
Breeze Airways
Sat 5/308:15 am
MSY
-
RSW
1 stop12h 42m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/5$280
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/155:44 pm
RSW
-
MSY
1 stop6h 03m
American Airlines
Sat 5/1611:56 am
MSY
-
RSW
1 stop7h 08m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/1$282
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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.
Fri 5/297:50 pm
RSW
-
MSY
1 stop5h 04m
Delta
Tue 6/26:20 am
MSY
-
RSW
1 stop7h 14m
Delta
Deal found 5/2$286
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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.
Mon 12/76:00 am
RSW
-
MSY
1 stop8h 50m
Breeze Airways
Thu 12/107:15 am
MSY
-
RSW
1 stop9h 15m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/3$295
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
Thu 5/287:50 pm
RSW
-
MSY
1 stop5h 04m
Delta
Sat 5/3012:49 pm
MSY
-
RSW
1 stop6h 55m
Delta
Deal found 5/5$306

Find flight deals from Fort Myers to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Fort Myers (RSW) 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 May 6, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$237
(Southwest)

One-way from

$58
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$346
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Fort Myers 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 May 6, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Fort Myers to New Orleans that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Fort MyersNew Orleans

RSW - MSY

RSWMSY

Fort Myers SW Florida Intl

Wed 7/8

6:10 am-11:10 am

1 stop6h 00m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 7/11

2:50 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$237

Fort MyersNew Orleans

RSW - MSY

RSWMSY

Fort Myers SW Florida Intl

Tue 6/30

3:41 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop5h 51m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 7/18

5:02 pm-12:55 am

1 stop6h 53m

$237

Fort MyersNew Orleans

RSW - MSY

RSWMSY

Fort Myers SW Florida Intl

Mon 5/18

9:10 am-2:50 pm

1 stop6h 40m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/19

2:00 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops6h 35m

$242

Fort MyersNew Orleans

RSW - MSY

RSWMSY

Fort Myers SW Florida Intl

Tue 6/30

6:00 am-12:10 pm

2 stops7h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 7/18

2:50 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$242

Fort MyersNew Orleans

RSW - MSY

RSWMSY

Fort Myers SW Florida Intl

Fri 5/29

7:50 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop5h 04m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 6/2

6:20 am-2:34 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$286
Quickest round-trip

Fort MyersNew Orleans

RSW - MSY

RSWMSY

Fort Myers SW Florida Intl

Thu 5/28

7:50 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop5h 04m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 6/1

9:09 am-4:50 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$306

Fort MyersNew Orleans

RSW - MSY

RSWMSY

Fort Myers SW Florida Intl

Wed 6/17

4:40 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop7h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 6/19

5:40 am-12:45 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$322

Fort MyersNew Orleans

RSW - MSY

RSWMSY

Fort Myers SW Florida Intl

Fri 5/29

4:50 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop7h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 6/14

5:10 am-6:25 pm

1 stop12h 15m

$327

Fort MyersNew Orleans

RSW - MSY

RSWMSY

Fort Myers SW Florida Intl

Tue 5/26

5:35 am-9:33 am

1 stop4h 58m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 6/2

9:09 am-5:00 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$355
Cheapest one-way

Fort MyersNew Orleans

RSW - MSY

RSWMSY

Fort Myers SW Florida Intl

Wed 5/27

6:45 am-11:44 am

1 stop5h 59m

$119

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Compare providers for flights from Fort Myers to New Orleans

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 Myers to New Orleans in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Myers-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 Myers-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Fort Myers-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Fort Myers-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 Myers-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 Myers to New Orleans

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

The best time to book flights from Fort Myers to New Orleans is 27 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 Myers to New Orleans?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fort Myers to New Orleans (average of $238). Flying from Fort Myers to New Orleans in November is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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 RSW to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from Fort Myers 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 May 6, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Fort Myers to New Orleans in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 57% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Fort Myers 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 May 6, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Fort Myers 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.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
283 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

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.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
283 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
283 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

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.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,305 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
283 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,458 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
283 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,684 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
283 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

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.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,669 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
283 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

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 Fort Myers to New Orleans. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Within the past month, 3 users have taken a look at flights from Fort Myers SW Florida Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

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

    Airlines like Southwest and Delta fly from Fort Myers to New Orleans in about 5h 51m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 09m. The distance between Fort Myers and New Orleans is about 569 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Breeze Airways, at $88, was found to be the cheapest airline from Fort Myers to New Orleans.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and United Airlines. Breeze Airways is currently priced 71% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Breeze Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $49. Users have also found prices from $118 and $132 on Delta and American Airlines, respectively.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $83. While the most popular route (Fort Myers SW Florida Intl - New Orleans Louis Armstrong) can be booked for $231 on average, our data indicates $187 when flying from Fort Myers to New Orleans.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Fort Myers 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 Myers to New Orleans.

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fort Myers to New Orleans (average of $238). Flying from Fort Myers to New Orleans in November is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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 Fort Myers to New Orleans

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Fort Myers 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 May 6, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$88Average$168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$128Average$296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$236Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$297Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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