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$173+ Cheap flights from Madison to New Orleans (MSN - 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 12/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSN — MSY
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Madison Truax Field to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in July or September, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

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Cheapest flights from Madison to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Madison to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/131:30 pmMSN - MSY
1 stop4h 54mDelta
Wed 12/175:37 pmMSY - MSN
1 stop4h 49mDelta
Deal found 12/10$301
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/134:39 pmMSN - MSY
2 stops7h 26mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/173:35 pmMSY - MSN
1 stop6h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$306
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Thu 12/185:38 amMSN - MSY
1 stop6h 23mDelta
Thu 12/256:00 amMSY - MSN
1 stop6h 32mDelta
Deal found 12/11$354
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Thu 12/187:00 amMSN - MSY
1 stop7h 35mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/256:54 amMSY - MSN
2 stops10h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Thu 12/252:29 pmMSN - MSY
2 stops8h 59mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/12:14 pmMSY - MSN
2 stops8h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$388
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/185:55 pmMSN - MSY
1 stop6h 04mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/225:30 amMSY - MSN
1 stop5h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$399
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Wed 12/172:48 pmMSN - MSY
1 stop7h 33mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/205:00 amMSY - MSN
2 stops8h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$425
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Thu 12/186:40 amMSN - MSY
1 stop6h 48mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/222:14 pmMSY - MSN
2 stops8h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$427

Find flight deals from Madison to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Madison (MSN) 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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$191
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$173
(Booking.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$349
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($72 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Madison 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 December 12, 2025.
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MadisonNew Orleans

MSN - MSY

MSNMSY

Madison Truax Field

Sat 1/31

5:07 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop6h 33m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 2/3

10:25 am-6:44 pm

2 stops8h 19m

$196

MadisonNew Orleans

MSN - MSY

MSNMSY

Madison Truax Field

Wed 1/21

11:29 am-9:07 pm

2 stops9h 38m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 1/24

3:44 pm-9:11 pm

1 stop5h 27m

$196

MadisonNew Orleans

MSN - MSY

MSNMSY

Madison Truax Field

Wed 2/18

6:20 am-11:42 am

1 stop5h 22m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 2/21

6:30 am-12:09 pm

1 stop5h 39m

$217

MadisonNew Orleans

MSN - MSY

MSNMSY

Madison Truax Field

Wed 1/7

12:32 pm-6:08 pm

1 stop5h 36m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 1/11

5:00 am-2:10 pm

2 stops9h 10m

$222

MadisonNew Orleans

MSN - MSY

MSNMSY

Madison Truax Field

Wed 1/21

10:45 am-5:46 pm

2 stops7h 01m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 1/24

9:05 am-4:51 pm

2 stops7h 46m

$227

MadisonNew Orleans

MSN - MSY

MSNMSY

Madison Truax Field

Sat 4/25

2:44 pm-11:29 pm

2 stops8h 45m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 5/2

2:26 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$245

MadisonNew Orleans

MSN - MSY

MSNMSY

Madison Truax Field

Wed 3/18

3:27 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop7h 11m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 3/24

5:30 am-10:36 am

1 stop5h 06m

$246

MadisonNew Orleans

MSN - MSY

MSNMSY

Madison Truax Field

Fri 2/27

5:06 pm-11:14 pm

1 stop6h 08m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 3/3

11:14 am-7:13 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$248

MadisonNew Orleans

MSN - MSY

MSNMSY

Madison Truax Field

Sat 2/21

3:58 pm-11:28 pm

2 stops7h 30m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 2/24

9:45 am-5:03 pm

2 stops7h 18m

$250

MadisonNew Orleans

MSN - MSY

MSNMSY

Madison Truax Field

Wed 2/18

2:48 pm-11:28 pm

2 stops8h 40m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 2/21

9:00 am-3:02 pm

1 stop6h 02m

$250

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Deals found on 12/9

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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 Madison to New Orleans in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Madison to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Madison to New Orleans is 53 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madison to New Orleans (average of $171). Flying from Madison to New Orleans in November is currently the most expensive (average of $245). 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 MSN to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from Madison 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 December 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Madison to New Orleans in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 29% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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 December 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Madison to New Orleans by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Madison 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 long is the flight from Madison to New Orleans?

    American Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines can get you from Madison to New Orleans in just under 5h 22m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 11m. The distance between Madison and New Orleans is about 909 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Madison to New Orleans round-trip from $182. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $192, and United Airlines, from $198. Delta is currently priced 50% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $99 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $99 and Delta from $118 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madison to New Orleans (average of $171). Flying from Madison to New Orleans in November is currently the most expensive (average of $245). 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 3 airlines flying from Madison to New Orleans

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Madison 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$182Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$192Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$198Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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