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$33+ Cheap flights from Kentucky 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 4/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SDF — MSY
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Wed 4/22
Wed 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Kentucky to New Orleans

Cheapest flights from Kentucky to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kentucky to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 23, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/106:30 am
CVG
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/204:15 pm
MSY
-
CVG
1 stop15h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$166
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/106:30 am
CVG
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/184:25 pm
MSY
-
CVG
1 stop19h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$167
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/1212:12 pm
CVG
-
MSY
1 stop5h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/205:21 pm
MSY
-
CVG
2 stops14h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$168
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
Sun 5/36:30 am
CVG
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 00m
Allegiant Air
Sun 5/108:20 am
MSY
-
CVG
Nonstop2h 04m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 3/18$171
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/65:02 pm
BNA
-
MSY
1 stop22h 28m
Frontier
Thu 5/79:55 pm
MSY
-
BNA
1 stop21h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 3/21$171
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/207:46 pm
CVG
-
MSY
2 stops14h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/238:20 am
MSY
-
CVG
Nonstop2h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$172
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/812:46 pm
CVG
-
MSY
1 stop4h 35m
Frontier
Tue 5/195:21 pm
MSY
-
CVG
1 stop17h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 3/18$173
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/1612:46 pm
CVG
-
MSY
1 stop4h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/205:21 pm
MSY
-
CVG
2 stops14h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$174
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/76:30 am
CVG
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/155:21 pm
MSY
-
CVG
1 stop17h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$175
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/176:30 am
CVG
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/205:21 pm
MSY
-
CVG
2 stops14h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$176
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/215:20 pm
CVG
-
MSY
1 stop6h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/238:20 am
MSY
-
CVG
Nonstop2h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$177
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/512:12 pm
CVG
-
MSY
1 stop5h 09m
Frontier
Tue 5/125:21 pm
MSY
-
CVG
1 stop17h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 3/18$178

Find flight deals from Kentucky to New Orleans

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Kentucky to New Orleans flight deals. Data was last updated March 23, 2026.

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3 stars

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$166
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$33
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$366
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kentucky 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 March 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kentucky to New Orleans that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

LouisvilleNew Orleans

SDF - MSY

SDFMSY

Louisville Intl

Tue 4/21

1:35 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop6h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 4/28

4:40 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$216

LexingtonNew Orleans

LEX - MSY

LEXMSY

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 5/2

7:00 am-11:17 am

1 stop5h 17m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 5/9

2:14 pm-11:49 pm

2 stops8h 35m

$236

LexingtonNew Orleans

LEX - MSY

LEXMSY

Lexington Blue Grass

Wed 5/6

7:00 am-11:17 am

1 stop5h 17m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 5/9

5:00 am-5:02 pm

2 stops11h 02m

$236

LexingtonNew Orleans

LEX - MSY

LEXMSY

Lexington Blue Grass

Wed 5/27

8:20 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop4h 34m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 6/6

4:56 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 03m

$249

EvansvilleNew Orleans

EVV - MSY

EVVMSY

Evansville Dress Regional

Fri 4/10

7:53 am-6:23 pm

1 stop10h 30m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 4/13

8:00 am-7:06 pm

1 stop11h 06m

$285

KnoxvilleNew Orleans

TYS - MSY

TYSMSY

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 5/28

8:15 am-9:48 pm

1 stop14h 33m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 5/31

5:49 pm-9:13 pm

1 stop26h 24m

$296

NashvilleNew Orleans

BNA - MSY

BNAMSY

Nashville Intl

Wed 4/15

6:45 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 4/22

6:00 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$297

KnoxvilleNew Orleans

TYS - MSY

TYSMSY

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 4/14

7:05 am-1:30 pm

2 stops7h 25m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 4/18

6:30 am-11:40 am

1 stop4h 10m

$301

PaducahNew Orleans

PAH - MSY

PAHMSY

Paducah Barkley Regional

Thu 4/9

2:10 pm-7:22 pm

1 stop5h 12m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 4/13

5:25 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop6h 17m

$303

LexingtonNew Orleans

LEX - MSY

LEXMSY

Lexington Blue Grass

Wed 5/27

9:00 am-9:49 pm

2 stops13h 49m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 6/6

2:01 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$306

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Best time to book a flight from Kentucky to New Orleans

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kentucky to New Orleans?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kentucky to New Orleans (average of $76). Flying from Kentucky to New Orleans in June is currently the most expensive (average of $248). 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 KY to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from Kentucky 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 March 23, 2026.

When flying from Kentucky 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 71% versus a flight at noon.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Kentucky to New Orleans. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to New Orleans from Kentucky?

    Located just 11.4 mi from the city center, New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to New Orleans from Kentucky.

  • How popular is this Kentucky to New Orleans flight route?

    This flight path from Kentucky to New Orleans Louis Armstrong was viewed by 2 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Kentucky to New Orleans?

    For as low as $249, Southwest can have you in New Orleans from Kentucky in 4h 34m. Kentucky and New Orleans are separated by a distance of 643 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Kentucky to New Orleans one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Breeze Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $61. Spirit Airlines flights start at $79 while deals on Delta start at $123 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Kentucky to New Orleans?

    The most popular flight routes from Kentucky to New Orleans are Nashville Intl - New Orleans Louis Armstrong, Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky - New Orleans Louis Armstrong and Louisville Intl - New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kentucky to New Orleans (average of $76). Flying from Kentucky to New Orleans in June is currently the most expensive (average of $248). 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 6 airlines flying from Kentucky to New Orleans

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Kentucky 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 March 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$74Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$122Average$230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$183Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$190Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$248Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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