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$84+ Cheap flights from LaGuardia, NY (LGA) to New Orleans (MSY)

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LGA — MSY
jun. 17 — jun. 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York LaGuardia to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in September or January, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from LaGuardia to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from LaGuardia (LGA) 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 junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$132
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$84
(Southwest)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$260

Good round-trip deal

$182 or less

Good one-way deal

$100 or less
From New York LaGuardia to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
One-way flight from New York LaGuardia to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($9 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New York LaGuardia to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
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Cheapest flights from LaGuardia to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from LaGuardia to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
mar. 8/122:25 pmLGA - MSY
Nonstop3h 14mAmerican Airlines
jue. 8/145:30 pmMSY - LGA
Nonstop2h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$132
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/49:55 amLGA - MSY
Nonstop3h 20mSpirit Airlines
jue. 9/111:20 pmMSY - LGA
Nonstop3h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$133
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
mié. 7/93:30 pmLGA - MSY
Nonstop3h 28mDelta
sáb. 7/1210:35 amMSY - LGA
Nonstop3h 01mDelta
Deal found 6/11$137
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/1210:25 amLGA - MSY
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
jue. 8/1411:55 amMSY - LGA
Nonstop2h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$142
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 7/412:47 pmLGA - MSY
1 stop5h 51mUnited Airlines
mar. 7/82:16 pmMSY - LGA
1 stop6h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$208
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sáb. 6/1410:59 pmLGA - MSY
1 stop19h 07mMultiple Airlines
dom. 6/228:49 pmMSY - LGA
1 stop12h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$282

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to New Orleans that are best for you.

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LaGuardia

Fly to

New Orleans

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Depart

Return

Price

New YorkNew Orleans

LGA - MSY

LGAMSY

New York LaGuardia

mar. 8/12

2:25 pm-4:39 pm

Nonstop3h 14m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 8/14

5:30 pm-9:29 pm

Nonstop2h 59m

$132

New YorkNew Orleans

LGA - MSY

LGAMSY

New York LaGuardia

jue. 9/4

9:55 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 9/11

1:20 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$133

New YorkNew Orleans

LGA - MSY

LGAMSY

New York LaGuardia

mié. 7/9

3:30 pm-5:58 pm

Nonstop3h 28m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

sáb. 7/12

10:35 am-2:36 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

$137

New YorkNew Orleans

LGA - MSY

LGAMSY

New York LaGuardia

mar. 8/12

10:25 am-3:40 pm

1 stop6h 15m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 8/14

11:55 am-3:50 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

$142

New YorkNew Orleans

LGA - MSY

LGAMSY

New York LaGuardia

vie. 7/4

12:47 pm-5:38 pm

1 stop5h 51m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mar. 7/8

2:16 pm-9:54 pm

1 stop6h 38m

$208

New YorkNew Orleans

LGA - MSY

LGAMSY

New York LaGuardia

mié. 6/18

5:51 am-5:14 pm

1 stop12h 23m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

dom. 6/22

5:12 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop5h 14m

$299

New YorkNew Orleans

LGA - MSY

LGAMSY

New York LaGuardia

sáb. 6/28

6:30 am-3:35 pm

1 stop10h 05m

$84

New YorkNew Orleans

LGA - MSY

LGAMSY

New York LaGuardia

mar. 9/9

9:55 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$86

New YorkNew Orleans

LGA - MSY

LGAMSY

New York LaGuardia

mar. 7/1

7:25 am-9:40 am

Nonstop3h 15m

$90

New YorkNew Orleans

LGA - MSY

LGAMSY

New York LaGuardia

vie. 7/4

12:47 pm-5:38 pm

1 stop5h 51m

$100

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LGA offers free Wi-Fi throughout the airport, ensuring you stay connected from check-in to boarding without interruptions.

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Best time to book a flight from LaGuardia to New Orleans

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to New Orleans

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from LaGuardia to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to New Orleans, you should look to book at least 50 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 LaGuardia Airport to New Orleans?

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

Find hourly flight availability from LaGuardia 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 junio 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to New Orleans in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 19% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from LaGuardia to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York LaGuardia Airport to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in New Orleans by month

Plan your trip to New Orleans by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Orleans ranges from 3.3 - 6.4 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.4 in. October is typically the driest time to visit New Orleans when rainfall is around 3.3 in.

Temperature in New Orleans by month

Plan your trip to New Orleans by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Orleans, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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 junio 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from New York to New Orleans, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from LaGuardia 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 New York LaGuardia?

    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 LaGuardia. Booking flights from New York LaGuardia to Louis Armstrong (MSY) should be relatively easy as there are 4 daily inbound flights from New York LaGuardia from 6 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York LaGuardia Airport to New Orleans round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from New York LaGuardia Airport to New Orleans is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $132 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Spirit Airlines and Delta, starting at $133 and $137 round-trip. American Airlines is currently priced 54% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to New Orleans one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Southwest, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $84. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from New York LaGuardia Airport to New Orleans for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York LaGuardia Airport to New Orleans?

    Before booking your flight to New Orleans from New York LaGuardia Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Republic Airways (100%), American Airlines (83%), WestJet( 78%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to New Orleans?

    The cheapest flight price from New York LaGuardia Airport to New Orleans is $79. On average you can expect to pay $422. The most popular route, (New York LaGuardia - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), can usually be booked for $117.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from LaGuardia 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 LaGuardia Airport to New Orleans?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from New York LaGuardia 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 6 airlines flying from LaGuardia to New Orleans

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from LaGuardia 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$63Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$83Average$240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$138Average$283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$157Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$163Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$215Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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