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$97+ Cheap flights from Louisville to New Orleans (SDF - MSY)

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SDF — MSY
Apr 9 — Apr 161
Thu 4/9
Thu 4/16
1 adult, Economy
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This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/3112:42 pm
SDF
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MSY
1 stop11h 02m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 4/76:00 am
MSY
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SDF
1 stop4h 47m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/9$189
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 4/137:48 pm
SDF
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MSY
1 stop13h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/166:32 pm
MSY
-
SDF
2 stops23h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6$208
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/207:48 pm
SDF
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MSY
1 stop14h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/233:39 pm
MSY
-
SDF
1 stop26h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8$218
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 4/137:48 pm
SDF
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MSY
1 stop13h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/153:39 pm
MSY
-
SDF
1 stop24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6$222
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 6/129:15 pm
SDF
-
MSY
1 stop13h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/163:39 pm
MSY
-
SDF
1 stop18h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$224
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 4/137:48 pm
SDF
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MSY
1 stop13h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/185:15 am
MSY
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SDF
1 stop10h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6$229
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/207:48 pm
SDF
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MSY
1 stop14h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/245:15 am
MSY
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SDF
1 stop12h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8$231

Find flight deals from Louisville to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Louisville (SDF) 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 March 10, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$206
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$97
(Breeze Airways)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$366
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Louisville 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 10, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Louisville to New Orleans that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

LouisvilleNew Orleans

SDF - MSY

SDFMSY

Louisville Intl

Sat 4/4

11:55 am-9:05 pm

1 stop10h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 4/8

6:45 am-2:45 pm

2 stops7h 00m

$299

LouisvilleNew Orleans

SDF - MSY

SDFMSY

Louisville Intl

Thu 9/3

8:20 am-11:59 am

1 stop4h 39m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 9/8

6:30 am-1:48 pm

1 stop6h 18m

$337

LouisvilleNew Orleans

SDF - MSY

SDFMSY

Louisville Intl

Mon 4/27

5:25 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops7h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 5/1

12:45 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops8h 00m

$345

LouisvilleNew Orleans

SDF - MSY

SDFMSY

Louisville Intl

Tue 4/14

5:00 am-2:42 pm

2 stops10h 42m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 4/15

5:35 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 24m

$348

LouisvilleNew Orleans

SDF - MSY

SDFMSY

Louisville Intl

Sat 6/27

5:50 am-10:05 am

1 stop5h 15m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 7/5

7:50 am-5:45 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$352

LouisvilleNew Orleans

SDF - MSY

SDFMSY

Louisville Intl

Sat 5/16

6:40 am-1:40 pm

2 stops8h 00m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 5/25

5:50 am-2:00 pm

2 stops7h 10m

$355
Quickest round-trip

LouisvilleNew Orleans

SDF - MSY

SDFMSY

Louisville Intl

Fri 8/7

8:10 am-12:02 pm

1 stop4h 52m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 8/9

7:10 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop3h 49m

$367

LouisvilleNew Orleans

SDF - MSY

SDFMSY

Louisville Intl

Fri 8/7

7:10 am-12:55 pm

1 stop6h 45m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 8/9

5:15 am-4:49 pm

2 stops10h 34m

$372

LouisvilleNew Orleans

SDF - MSY

SDFMSY

Louisville Intl

Thu 7/2

6:40 am-1:20 pm

1 stop7h 40m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 7/5

7:50 am-5:45 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$382
Cheapest one-way

LouisvilleNew Orleans

SDF - MSY

SDFMSY

Louisville Intl

Thu 4/9

2:26 pm-5:57 pm

1 stop4h 31m

$97

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Compare providers for flights from Louisville to New Orleans

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 Louisville to New Orleans in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust 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 Louisville-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Louisville-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Louisville-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Louisville-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 Louisville-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 Louisville to New Orleans

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Louisville to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on March 6, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Louisville to New Orleans may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 54 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to New Orleans (average of $74). Flying from Louisville to New Orleans in October is currently the most expensive (average of $180). 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 SDF to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from Louisville 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 10, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Louisville to New Orleans in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 71% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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 March 10, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Breeze Airways,Southwest, andDelta from Louisville to New Orleans. 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.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
271 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
271 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
271 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,317 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
271 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,276 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
271 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,414 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
271 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,513 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
271 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    This flight path from Louisville Intl 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 Louisville to New Orleans?

    Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines can get you from Louisville to New Orleans in just under 4h 39m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 03m. Louisville and New Orleans are separated by a distance of 621 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Flying on Breeze Airways is currently your cheapest option to New Orleans, with prices starting at $74. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Spirit Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $122 and $173, respectively. Breeze Airways is priced at 77% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $79 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Breeze Airways from $110 and Delta from $123 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to New Orleans (average of $74). Flying from Louisville to New Orleans in October is currently the most expensive (average of $180). 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 Louisville to New Orleans

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Louisville 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 10, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$74Average$184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$122Average$230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$173Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$183Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$236Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$248Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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