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$72+ Cheap flights from Kansas City to New Orleans (MCI - 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 10/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — MSY
Oct 25 — Nov 11
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kansas City to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in August or June, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Kansas City to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kansas City (MCI) 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 September 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$144
(Frontier)

One-way from

$72
(Frontier)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$359
Provider with most accurate pricing for Kansas City-New Orleans Louis Armstrong flight deals.
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From Kansas City to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
One-way flight from Kansas City to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($49 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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Cheapest flights from Kansas City to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 25, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/158:28 pmMCI - MSY
1 stop22h 32mFrontier
Mon 11/177:45 pmMSY - MCI
1 stop21h 34mFrontier
Deal found 9/24$144
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2011:37 amMCI - MSY
1 stop5h 00mFrontier
Fri 10/247:35 pmMSY - MCI
1 stop22h 20mFrontier
Deal found 9/24$156
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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 10/3111:12 amMCI - MSY
1 stop5h 54mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/39:17 amMSY - MCI
1 stop6h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/24$175
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 10/2011:37 amMCI - MSY
1 stop5h 00mFrontier
Thu 10/235:55 pmMSY - MCI
1 stop16h 47mFrontier
Deal found 9/25$184
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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.
Thu 10/2311:37 amMCI - MSY
1 stop7h 22mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/306:05 pmMSY - MCI
1 stop16h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/25$185
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 10/1711:37 amMCI - MSY
1 stop28h 54mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/236:05 pmMSY - MCI
1 stop16h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/25$190
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/88:28 pmMCI - MSY
1 stop22h 32mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/168:38 pmMSY - MCI
1 stop12h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/24$192
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 10/2011:37 amMCI - MSY
1 stop5h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/249:17 amMSY - MCI
1 stop6h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/25$195
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/23. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/3011:29 amMCI - MSY
1 stop5h 31mFrontier
Sun 11/26:01 pmMSY - MCI
1 stop16h 16mFrontier
Deal found 9/23$198
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/157:02 pmMCI - MSY
1 stop23h 15mFrontier
Fri 10/176:27 pmMSY - MCI
1 stop23h 28mFrontier
Deal found 9/24$200
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 10/1711:37 amMCI - MSY
1 stop28h 54mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/247:35 pmMSY - MCI
1 stop22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/25$203
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/23. 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.
Fri 11/712:13 pmMCI - MSY
1 stop9h 52mSpirit Airlines
Wed 11/128:38 pmMSY - MCI
1 stop12h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/23$204

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Kansas City 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 September 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kansas City to New Orleans that are best for you.

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Kansas CityNew Orleans

MCI - MSY

MCIMSY

Kansas City

Sat 11/15

8:28 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop22h 32m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 11/17

7:45 pm-5:19 pm

1 stop21h 34m

$144

Kansas CityNew Orleans

MCI - MSY

MCIMSY

Kansas City

Sat 10/11

7:02 pm-1:16 pm

1 stop18h 14m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 10/19

7:35 pm-7:53 pm

1 stop24h 18m

$212

Kansas CityNew Orleans

MCI - MSY

MCIMSY

Kansas City

Fri 10/31

11:12 am-5:06 pm

1 stop5h 54m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 11/4

6:10 pm-9:04 am

2 stops14h 54m

$220

Kansas CityNew Orleans

MCI - MSY

MCIMSY

Kansas City

Wed 11/5

10:09 am-10:05 pm

2 stops11h 56m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 11/8

5:10 am-12:39 pm

2 stops7h 29m

$239

Kansas CityNew Orleans

MCI - MSY

MCIMSY

Kansas City

Fri 11/7

10:09 am-10:05 pm

2 stops11h 56m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 11/9

8:38 pm-9:04 am

1 stop12h 26m

$247

Kansas CityNew Orleans

MCI - MSY

MCIMSY

Kansas City

Tue 11/4

6:49 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops27h 01m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 11/8

4:17 pm-10:17 am

1 stop18h 00m

$250

Kansas CityNew Orleans

MCI - MSY

MCIMSY

Kansas City

Tue 10/21

7:00 am-12:03 pm

1 stop5h 03m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 10/22

7:45 am-12:29 pm

1 stop4h 44m

$287

Kansas CityNew Orleans

MCI - MSY

MCIMSY

Kansas City

Tue 10/14

5:39 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop5h 25m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 10/21

5:52 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$287

Kansas CityNew Orleans

MCI - MSY

MCIMSY

Kansas City

Wed 11/5

2:55 pm-4:50 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 11/8

10:50 am-12:50 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$294

Kansas CityNew Orleans

MCI - MSY

MCIMSY

Kansas City

Sat 10/18

8:10 am-1:11 pm

1 stop5h 01m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 10/21

10:28 am-5:26 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$298

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Deals found on 9/24

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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 Kansas City to New Orleans in September.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Kansas City-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Kansas City-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Kansas City-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Kansas City-New Orleans flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Kansas City-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 Kansas City to New Orleans

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New Orleans from Kansas City with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Kansas City to New Orleans

How far ahead should I book a flight from Kansas City to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Kansas City to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on September 19, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Kansas City to New Orleans, you should look to book at least 39 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 Kansas City to New Orleans?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City 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 September 25, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Kansas City to New Orleans in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 48% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Kansas City to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Kansas City to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on September 21, 2025.

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

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 September 25, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Kansas City to New Orleans have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this Kansas City to New Orleans flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Kansas City to New Orleans?

    For as low as $239, Frontier can have you in New Orleans from Kansas City in 11h 56m. Kansas City and New Orleans are separated by a distance of 691 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Delta, at $127, was found to be the cheapest airline from Kansas City to New Orleans.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and American Airlines. Users have found that Delta is 66% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Kansas City to New Orleans?

    The cheapest flight price from Kansas City to New Orleans is $102. On average you can expect to pay $295. The most popular route, (Kansas City - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), can usually be booked for $175.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kansas City 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 Kansas City to New Orleans?

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

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City 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 September 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$127Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$154Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$227Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$285Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$300Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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