How long is the flight from Fort Smith to New Orleans?

For as low as $259, American Airlines can have you in New Orleans from Fort Smith in 5h 01m. The distance from Fort Smith to New Orleans is about 440 mi.

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

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

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 is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Fort Smith to New Orleans?

Users have found that leaving on a Tuesday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 8% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from FSM to MSY?

It’s typically best to fly out from Fort Smith to New Orleans at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 13% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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

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

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

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How long is the flight from Fort Smith to New Orleans?
For as low as $259, American Airlines can have you in New Orleans from Fort Smith in 5h 01m. The distance from Fort Smith to New Orleans is about 440 mi.
Can I find deals for flights from Fort Smith to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Fort Smith to New Orleans flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Fort Smith 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 Smith to New Orleans.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Fort Smith to New Orleans?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Fort Smith 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 Smith to New Orleans?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fort Smith to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Fort Smith 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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