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$89+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) to New Orleans (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 8/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — MSY
Jul 16 — Jul 231
Wed 7/16
Wed 7/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in September or January, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) 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 July 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$135
(JetBlue)

One-way from

$89
(American Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$263

Good round-trip deal

$187 or less

Good one-way deal

$113 or less
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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 11, 2025.

This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/129:15 amJFK - MSY
Nonstop3h 16mJetBlue
Mon 8/1812:18 pmMSY - JFK
Nonstop3h 12mJetBlue
Deal found 7/9$135
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/48:10 amJFK - MSY
Nonstop3h 23mDelta
Thu 8/77:40 pmMSY - JFK
Nonstop3h 18mDelta
Deal found 7/10$137
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/269:00 amJFK - MSY
1 stop7h 56mFrontier
Mon 9/294:51 pmMSY - JFK
1 stop13h 38mFrontier
Deal found 7/9$153
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 8/3011:58 amJFK - MSY
1 stop6h 54mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/47:00 amMSY - JFK
1 stop6h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/8$159

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New YorkNew Orleans

JFK - MSY

JFKMSY

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/12

9:15 am-11:31 am

Nonstop3h 16m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 8/18

12:18 pm-4:30 pm

Nonstop3h 12m

$135

New YorkNew Orleans

JFK - MSY

JFKMSY

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/4

8:10 am-10:33 am

Nonstop3h 23m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 8/13

11:25 am-3:45 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$137

New YorkNew Orleans

JFK - MSY

JFKMSY

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 9/26

9:00 am-3:56 pm

1 stop7h 56m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/29

4:51 pm-7:29 am

1 stop13h 38m

$153

New YorkNew Orleans

JFK - MSY

JFKMSY

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 8/30

11:58 am-5:52 pm

1 stop6h 54m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 9/4

7:00 am-2:15 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$159

New YorkNew Orleans

JFK - MSY

JFKMSY

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 8/28

4:10 pm-6:46 pm

Nonstop3h 36m

$89

New YorkNew Orleans

JFK - MSY

JFKMSY

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/28

7:40 am-9:49 am

Nonstop3h 09m

$90

New YorkNew Orleans

JFK - MSY

JFKMSY

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 7/17

9:00 am-4:11 pm

1 stop8h 11m

$93

New YorkNew Orleans

JFK - MSY

JFKMSY

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 8/23

3:25 pm-10:43 pm

2 stops8h 18m

$104

New YorkNew Orleans

JFK - MSY

JFKMSY

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 7/25

11:30 am-8:39 pm

1 stop10h 09m

$118

New YorkNew Orleans

JFK - MSY

JFKMSY

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 7/23

11:29 am-6:54 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$143

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How far ahead should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from John F Kennedy Intl to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to New Orleans, you should look to book at least 75 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to New Orleans?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 JFK to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl 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 July 11, 2025.

When flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to New Orleans, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 13% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from John F Kennedy Intl to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on July 6, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to New Orleans

Explore weekly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl to New Orleans. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 11, 2025.

The most flights from JFK to MSY are scheduled on a Thursday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

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 July 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, JetBlue, and American Airlines from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to New Orleans by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,952 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,952 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,952 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,910 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,952 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,952 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
335 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,952 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,271 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,952 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to New Orleans from New York John F Kennedy Intl?

    Located just 11.4 mi from the city center, New Orleans Louis Armstrong is the airport most travelers will use when flying to New Orleans from New York John F Kennedy Intl. Booking flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Louis Armstrong (MSY) should be relatively easy as there are 10 daily inbound flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl from 5 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to New Orleans round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to New Orleans is JetBlue. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $135 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Frontier, starting at $137 and $153 round-trip. JetBlue is priced at 49% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to New Orleans one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $89. Users have also found prices from $94 and $97 on Frontier and JetBlue, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to New Orleans?

    Before booking your flight to New Orleans from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Icelandair (85%), TAP AIR PORTUGAL (83%), JetBlue( 81%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to New Orleans?

    The cheapest flight price from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to New Orleans is $98. On average you can expect to pay $225. The most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), can usually be booked for $93.

  • Can I find deals for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?

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  • How can I find direct flights from John F Kennedy Intl to New Orleans?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from John F Kennedy Intl to New Orleans?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to New Orleans?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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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Top 5 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to New Orleans

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from John F Kennedy Intl 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 July 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$50Average$226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$102Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$103Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
FrontierCheapest$140Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$181Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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