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$344+ Cheap flights from Lafayette to New Orleans (LFT - MSY)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LFT — MSY
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lafayette (LFT) 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.

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$344
(Trip.com)
From Lafayette Regional to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
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This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 7/274:10 pmLFT - MSY
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
dom. 8/310:30 pmMSY - LFT
1 stop17h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$344
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/185:17 amLFT - MSY
1 stop16h 25mUnited Airlines
jue. 9/255:18 pmMSY - LFT
1 stop26h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$385

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

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LafayetteNew Orleans

LFT - MSY

LFTMSY

Lafayette Regional

dom. 7/27

4:10 pm-6:55 am

1 stop14h 45m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

dom. 8/3

10:30 pm-3:31 pm

1 stop17h 01m

$344

LafayetteNew Orleans

LFT - MSY

LFTMSY

Lafayette Regional

jue. 9/18

5:17 am-9:42 pm

1 stop16h 25m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 9/25

5:18 pm-7:23 pm

1 stop26h 05m

$385

LafayetteNew Orleans

LFT - MSY

LFTMSY

Lafayette Regional

lun. 6/23

2:10 pm-10:54 am

1 stop20h 44m

$620

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Deals found on 6/10

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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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

Related info for your journey

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  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Lafayette to New Orleans round-trip?

    United Airlines, at $385, was found to be the cheapest airline from Lafayette to New Orleans..

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

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

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

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

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

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

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