HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
New Orleans

$73+ 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 9/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IND — MSY
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Indianapolis to New Orleans with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Indianapolis to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in February or September, booked 34 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap 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 August 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$141
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$73
(Priceline)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$332

Good one-way deal

$80 or less
From Indianapolis to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Search Deals
One-way flight from Indianapolis to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($21 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
Search Deals
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Indianapolis to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Indianapolis to New Orleans

Cheapest flights from Indianapolis to New Orleans
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 August 18, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Thu 9/2512:20 pmIND - MSY
1 stop4h 35mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/296:30 amMSY - IND
1 stop8h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/18$141
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/712:20 pmIND - MSY
1 stop4h 35mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/119:10 amMSY - IND
1 stop6h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/16$143
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1711:36 amIND - MSY
1 stop6h 01mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/238:24 amMSY - IND
1 stop8h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$144
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Thu 10/212:20 pmIND - MSY
1 stop4h 35mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/46:30 amMSY - IND
1 stop9h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/16$151
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1912:06 pmIND - MSY
1 stop4h 51mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/226:30 amMSY - IND
1 stop8h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$152
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1212:06 pmIND - MSY
1 stop4h 51mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/196:30 amMSY - IND
1 stop8h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$159
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3112:17 pmIND - MSY
1 stop5h 43mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/28:24 amMSY - IND
1 stop8h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$161
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1012:17 pmIND - MSY
1 stop5h 43mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/144:31 pmMSY - IND
1 stop5h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$164
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Thu 10/212:20 pmIND - MSY
1 stop4h 35mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/69:42 pmMSY - IND
1 stop10h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/16$165
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Thu 9/1812:20 pmIND - MSY
1 stop4h 35mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/216:30 amMSY - IND
1 stop9h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/16$166
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1912:06 pmIND - MSY
1 stop4h 51mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/216:30 amMSY - IND
1 stop9h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$167
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Thu 9/1112:20 pmIND - MSY
1 stop4h 35mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/146:30 amMSY - IND
1 stop9h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/17$168

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 August 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Indianapolis to New Orleans that are best for you.

Fly from

Indianapolis

Fly to

New Orleans

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IndianapolisNew Orleans

IND - MSY

INDMSY

Indianapolis

Thu 9/25

12:20 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop4h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/29

6:30 am-4:11 pm

1 stop8h 41m

$141

IndianapolisNew Orleans

IND - MSY

INDMSY

Indianapolis

Thu 9/25

12:20 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop4h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 9/27

6:30 am-5:09 pm

1 stop9h 39m

$143

IndianapolisNew Orleans

IND - MSY

INDMSY

Indianapolis

Sun 9/7

12:20 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop4h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 9/11

9:10 am-5:09 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$143

IndianapolisNew Orleans

IND - MSY

INDMSY

Indianapolis

Fri 10/17

11:36 am-4:37 pm

1 stop6h 01m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/23

8:24 am-5:37 pm

1 stop8h 13m

$144

IndianapolisNew Orleans

IND - MSY

INDMSY

Indianapolis

Thu 10/2

12:20 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop4h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 10/4

6:30 am-5:09 pm

1 stop9h 39m

$151

IndianapolisNew Orleans

IND - MSY

INDMSY

Indianapolis

Fri 9/19

12:06 pm-3:57 pm

1 stop4h 51m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/22

6:30 am-4:11 pm

1 stop8h 41m

$152

IndianapolisNew Orleans

IND - MSY

INDMSY

Indianapolis

Fri 9/12

12:06 pm-3:57 pm

1 stop4h 51m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 9/19

6:30 am-4:11 pm

1 stop8h 41m

$159

IndianapolisNew Orleans

IND - MSY

INDMSY

Indianapolis

Fri 10/31

12:17 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop5h 43m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 11/2

8:24 am-5:37 pm

1 stop8h 13m

$161

IndianapolisNew Orleans

IND - MSY

INDMSY

Indianapolis

Mon 9/15

12:06 pm-3:57 pm

1 stop4h 51m

$73

IndianapolisNew Orleans

IND - MSY

INDMSY

Indianapolis

Sat 10/4

6:25 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop5h 18m

$90

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 8/17

Showing 1-10 of 14 results
1
2

Best time to book a flight from Indianapolis to New Orleans

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New Orleans from Indianapolis with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Indianapolis to New Orleans

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 August 8, 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Indianapolis 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 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 August 18, 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 afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 48% 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 August 10, 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. Monday at noon 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.

Atlanta (ATL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% 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.

Orlando (MCO) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $293.

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 August 18, 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,925 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,038 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to New Orleans flight route?

    The Indianapolis to New Orleans Louis Armstrong flight path was viewed by 7 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Indianapolis to New Orleans round-trip from $81. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $138, and Delta, from $234. You may be able to fly from Indianapolis to New Orleans for 76% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Indianapolis to New Orleans?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $65. While the most popular route (Indianapolis - New Orleans Louis Armstrong) can be booked for $143 on average our data indicates $84 when flying from Indianapolis to New Orleans.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Indianapolis to New Orleans?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Indianapolis to New Orleans.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to New Orleans?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Indianapolis 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.

See more FAQs

Traveling to a place near New Orleans?

Book flights to New Orleans if you plan to visit one of these locations
Metairie
Kenner
Slidell
Houma
Covington
Thibodaux
Gretna
Hammond
Gonzales

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Indianapolis to New Orleans

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
O'Hare Intl to New Orleans flights
Midway to New Orleans flights
Cincinnati to New Orleans flights
Louisville to New Orleans flights
O'Hare Intl to Baton Rouge flights
South Bend to New Orleans flights
O'Hare Intl to Lafayette flights
Cincinnati to Baton Rouge flights
O'Hare Intl to Monroe flights
Dayton to New Orleans flights
Louisville to Lafayette flights
Midway to Baton Rouge flights
Fort Wayne to New Orleans flights
Indianapolis to Baton Rouge flights
Indianapolis to Lafayette flights
O'Hare Intl to Shreveport flights
South Bend to Shreveport flights
O'Hare Intl to Alexandria flights
Dayton to Baton Rouge flights
Indianapolis to Shreveport flights
Midway to Monroe flights
Louisville to Shreveport flights
Kalamazoo to New Orleans flights
Cincinnati to Shreveport flights
Midway to Lafayette flights
Midway to Shreveport flights
Fort Wayne to Shreveport flights
Louisville to Baton Rouge flights
Midway to Alexandria flights
Dayton to Shreveport flights
South Bend to Lafayette flights
O'Hare Intl to Lake Charles flights
Evansville to New Orleans flights
South Bend to Baton Rouge flights
Louisville to Lake Charles flights
Cincinnati to Lafayette flights
Owensboro to Baton Rouge flights
Evansville to Baton Rouge flights
Louisville to Alexandria flights
Owensboro to New Orleans flights
Cincinnati to Alexandria flights

Top 6 airlines flying from Indianapolis to New Orleans

Discover the top 6 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 August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$81Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$138Average$198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$234Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$252Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$256Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$280Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.