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

For as low as $249, American Airlines can have you in New Orleans from Fort Wayne in 5h 38m. There are 811 mi between Fort Wayne and New Orleans. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

Currently priced at $224, American Airlines will fly you from Fort Wayne to New Orleans and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $236 and $248, respectively. American Airlines is priced at 43% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $239. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Fort Wayne to New Orleans for a low price.

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Fort Wayne to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday 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 are the most popular airlines that fly from Fort Wayne to New Orleans?

The most popular airlines flying from Fort Wayne to New Orleans are American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

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

Friday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 37%.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Fort Wayne to New Orleans?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 38 days in advance to save up to 51% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 38 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Fort Wayne to New Orleans 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $303, or $338 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Fort Wayne to New Orleans?

Our data shows that April tends to be the cheapest month to fly to New Orleans from Fort Wayne. Users have commonly found prices around $396 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $206. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in March.

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

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

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

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Q: How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Fort Wayne to New Orleans?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment. Fort Wayne to New Orleans flights typically cost between $248 and $298 in November. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was $249 on United Airlines (Nov 11-Nov 15).

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One-way flights from Fort Wayne to New Orleans
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$311

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The best time to book flights from Fort Wayne to New Orleans is 37 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 Wayne to New Orleans?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fort Wayne to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Fort Wayne 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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It’s typically best to fly out from Fort Wayne to New Orleans in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 17% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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Delta

8.0

Very good

7,960 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Delta

8.0

Very good

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8.0

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,937 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,960 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

American Airlines

7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,960 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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How long is the flight from Fort Wayne to New Orleans?
For as low as $249, American Airlines can have you in New Orleans from Fort Wayne in 5h 38m. There are 811 mi between Fort Wayne and New Orleans. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Fort Wayne to New Orleans round-trip?
Currently priced at $224, American Airlines will fly you from Fort Wayne to New Orleans and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $236 and $248, respectively. American Airlines is priced at 43% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Fort Wayne to New Orleans one-way?
The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $239. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Fort Wayne to New Orleans for a low price.
Can I find deals for flights from Fort Wayne to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Fort Wayne to New Orleans flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Fort Wayne 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 Wayne to New Orleans.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Fort Wayne to New Orleans?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Fort Wayne 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 Wayne to New Orleans?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fort Wayne to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Fort Wayne 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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