$64+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis to New Orleans (IND - 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 1/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IND — MSY
Jan 11 — Jan 181
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Indianapolis to New Orleans
Cheapest flights from Indianapolis to New OrleansExplore the most affordable flight options available from Indianapolis to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Indianapolis to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/3112:43 pmIND - MSY
1 stop10h 19mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/45:22 pmMSY - IND
2 stops23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$268
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/306:39 pmIND - MSY
2 stops15h 08mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/45:22 pmMSY - IND
1 stop17h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$279
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/306:39 pmIND - MSY
2 stops15h 08mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/111:12 amMSY - IND
1 stop11h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$293
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/172:13 pmIND - MSY
1 stop28h 37mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/222:11 pmMSY - IND
1 stop8h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$316
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/1512:03 pmIND - MSY
1 stop10h 39mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/192:11 pmMSY - IND
1 stop22h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$333
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/306:45 pmIND - MSY
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Thu 1/15:40 amMSY - IND
1 stop5h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10![Southwest logo]()
$338
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/2410:56 amIND - MSY
1 stop4h 39mDelta
Sat 12/276:54 pmMSY - IND
1 stop4h 18mDelta
Deal found 12/11![Delta logo]()
$351
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Wed 12/315:00 pmIND - MSY
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Sat 1/36:30 amMSY - IND
1 stop4h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/9![Southwest logo]()
$363
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/191:09 pmIND - MSY
1 stop8h 53mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/295:00 pmMSY - IND
1 stop23h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$367
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/276:00 pmIND - MSY
1 stop7h 11mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/316:45 amMSY - IND
1 stop6h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11![American Airlines logo]()
$370
Find flight deals from Indianapolis to New Orleans
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Indianapolis (IND) 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 December 12, 2025.
Most accurate provider | CheapOair 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | CheapOair 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $142 (Mytrip) |
One-way from | $64 (Priceline) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $367 |
Good one-way deal | $80 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Indianapolis 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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Indianapolis to New Orleans that are best for you.
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New Orleans
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Depart
Return
Price
IndianapolisNew Orleans
IND - MSY
INDMSY
Indianapolis
Thu 1/22
12:38 pm-6:00 pm
1 stop6h 22m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 1/28
6:05 am-10:48 pm
1 stop15h 43m
$152
IndianapolisNew Orleans
IND - MSY
INDMSY
Indianapolis
Tue 1/27
12:21 pm-7:41 pm
1 stop8h 20m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Fri 1/30
8:36 pm-9:43 am
1 stop12h 07m
$154
IndianapolisNew Orleans
IND - MSY
INDMSY
Indianapolis
Thu 1/29
4:30 pm-6:53 pm
1 stop27h 23m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Mon 2/2
8:36 pm-9:43 am
1 stop12h 07m
$157
IndianapolisNew Orleans
IND - MSY
INDMSY
Indianapolis
Wed 2/11
5:10 am-8:02 pm
2 stops15h 52m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Mon 2/23
9:48 pm-9:33 am
1 stop10h 45m
$186
IndianapolisNew Orleans
IND - MSY
INDMSY
Indianapolis
Thu 1/8
2:12 pm-10:58 pm
1 stop9h 46m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Mon 1/12
7:00 am-10:48 pm
2 stops14h 48m
$190
IndianapolisNew Orleans
IND - MSY
INDMSY
Indianapolis
Sun 2/15
2:42 pm-8:55 pm
1 stop7h 13m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Mon 2/23
6:15 am-10:48 pm
1 stop15h 33m
$202
IndianapolisNew Orleans
IND - MSY
INDMSY
Indianapolis
Tue 2/3
5:10 am-8:02 pm
2 stops15h 52m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sun 2/8
10:47 am-12:18 am
2 stops12h 31m
$220
IndianapolisNew Orleans
IND - MSY
INDMSY
Indianapolis
Mon 2/16
8:17 pm-8:21 am
1 stop13h 04m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 2/18
10:56 am-8:28 pm
1 stop8h 32m
$221
IndianapolisNew Orleans
IND - MSY
INDMSY
Indianapolis
Wed 2/11
10:38 am-7:41 pm
1 stop10h 03m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sun 2/22
7:35 pm-9:33 am
1 stop12h 58m
$222
IndianapolisNew Orleans
IND - MSY
INDMSY
Indianapolis
Sat 2/14
11:06 am-7:06 pm
1 stop9h 00m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sat 2/21
6:15 am-7:22 pm
1 stop12h 07m
$223
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Compare providers for flights from Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to New Orleans in December.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Indianapolis-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Indianapolis-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Indianapolis-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Indianapolis-New Orleans flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair 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 Indianapolis-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 Indianapolis to New Orleans
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Indianapolis to New Orleans?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Indianapolis to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.
The best time to book flights from Indianapolis to New Orleans is 34 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 Indianapolis to New Orleans?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to New Orleans (average of $70). Flying from Indianapolis to New Orleans in September is currently the most expensive (average of $185). 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 IND to MSY?
Find hourly flight availability from Indianapolis 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 December 12, 2025.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Indianapolis to New Orleans is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 52% on airfare.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Indianapolis to New Orleans?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Indianapolis to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on December 6, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Indianapolis to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Indianapolis to New Orleans?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Indianapolis to New Orleans chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Chicago (ORD) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 33% of 1-stop itineraries from Indianapolis to New Orleans on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Indianapolis to New Orleans?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Indianapolis to New Orleans, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Fort Lauderdale (FLL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $241.
What’s the fastest layover option from Indianapolis to New Orleans?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Indianapolis to New Orleans, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Chicago (ORD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 4h 22m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Indianapolis to New Orleans?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Indianapolis to New Orleans, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Chicago (ORD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 55m.
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 December 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Indianapolis to New Orleans, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
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Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Indianapolis 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 December 12, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$82 | Average$213 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$217 | Average$347 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$233 | Average$372 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$234 | Average$385 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$269 | Average$431 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |