New Orleans

$76+ Cheap flights from Mesa, AZ 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 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHX — MSY
Mar 13 — Mar 201
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Mesa to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in August or September, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Mesa to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Mesa to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 11, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 3/610:24 pm
PHX
-
MSY
1 stop15h 17m
Frontier
Sun 3/89:21 pm
MSY
-
PHX
2 stops15h 46m
Frontier
Deal found 2/7$303
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/117:03 pm
PHX
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 56m
American Airlines
Sat 4/189:12 am
MSY
-
PHX
1 stop10h 06m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/8$304
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/1210:19 am
PHX
-
MSY
1 stop22h 44m
Frontier
Thu 2/196:33 pm
MSY
-
PHX
1 stop6h 26m
Frontier
Deal found 2/9$308
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/207:25 am
PHX
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 53m
Frontier
Sun 2/225:45 am
MSY
-
PHX
1 stop6h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 2/8$311
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/185:57 pm
PHX
-
MSY
1 stop9h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 3/2111:48 am
MSY
-
PHX
1 stop21h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/9$314
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/131:22 pm
PHX
-
MSY
1 stop23h 56m
Frontier
Tue 2/175:45 am
MSY
-
PHX
1 stop12h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 2/8$316
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/29:24 pm
PHX
-
MSY
1 stop15h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/67:00 am
MSY
-
PHX
1 stop27h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$321
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Tue 7/217:30 pm
PHX
-
MSY
1 stop7h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 7/288:05 pm
MSY
-
PHX
1 stop28h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8$322
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/147:01 pm
PHX
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 56m
American Airlines
Sat 3/217:30 am
MSY
-
PHX
Nonstop3h 47m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/9$323
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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.
Thu 3/56:00 am
PHX
-
MSY
1 stop6h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/810:43 am
MSY
-
PHX
1 stop27h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$326
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/77:20 pm
PHX
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 50m
Southwest
Sat 3/142:40 pm
MSY
-
PHX
Nonstop3h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 2/9$329

Find flight deals from Mesa to New Orleans

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Mesa to New Orleans flight deals. Data was last updated February 11, 2026.

Round-trip from

$303
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$76
(Trip.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$471
From Mesa to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
One-way flight from Mesa to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Mesa 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 February 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Mesa to New Orleans that are best for you.

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Mesa

Fly to

New Orleans

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PhoenixNew Orleans

PHX - MSY

PHXMSY

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 4/25

12:05 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops7h 20m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 5/2

5:40 am-11:40 am

2 stops8h 00m

$359

PhoenixNew Orleans

PHX - MSY

PHXMSY

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 3/18

6:35 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 3/25

6:10 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

$397

PhoenixNew Orleans

PHX - MSY

PHXMSY

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 3/10

6:35 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 3/17

6:10 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

$397

PhoenixNew Orleans

PHX - MSY

PHXMSY

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 4/27

5:00 am-5:30 am

1 stop22h 30m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 5/9

10:30 am-8:00 pm

2 stops11h 30m

$403

PhoenixNew Orleans

PHX - MSY

PHXMSY

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 3/25

6:35 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 4/1

5:30 am-9:05 am

1 stop5h 35m

$407

PhoenixNew Orleans

PHX - MSY

PHXMSY

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 4/11

7:08 pm-9:19 am

2 stops12h 11m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 4/18

7:00 am-5:58 pm

1 stop12h 58m

$410

PhoenixNew Orleans

PHX - MSY

PHXMSY

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 4/28

6:00 am-6:34 pm

2 stops10h 34m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/5

6:48 am-1:52 pm

1 stop9h 04m

$410

PhoenixNew Orleans

PHX - MSY

PHXMSY

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 5/6

3:43 pm-5:30 am

2 stops11h 47m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 5/11

7:00 am-4:50 pm

1 stop11h 50m

$413

PhoenixNew Orleans

PHX - MSY

PHXMSY

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 4/8

11:40 am-4:30 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 4/13

7:35 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

$414

PhoenixNew Orleans

PHX - MSY

PHXMSY

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 3/12

8:10 pm-12:55 am

Nonstop2h 45m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 3/18

6:10 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

$414

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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

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

Booking 88 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Mesa to New Orleans. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mesa to New Orleans (average of $146). Flying from Mesa to New Orleans in December is currently the most expensive (average of $283). 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 MS9 to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from Mesa 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 February 11, 2026.

When flying from Mesa to New Orleans, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 10% versus a flight in the evening.

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 February 11, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Mesa to New Orleans have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Mesa 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 Mesa?

    For a flight from Mesa to New Orleans, you will be flying into Louis Armstrong. New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is just 11.4 mi from the center of the city. Louis Armstrong is the only New Orleans airport and it handles 1 inbound flight from Mesa per day. 6 airlines have flights to New Orleans Louis Armstrong from Mesa on a regular basis.

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

    For as low as $359, Southwest can have you in New Orleans from Mesa in 7h 20m. The distance from Mesa to New Orleans is about 1297 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $43. Frontier flights start at $76 while deals on United Airlines start at $118 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Mesa to New Orleans?

    Before booking your flight to New Orleans from Mesa, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: American Airlines (76%), Southwest (69%), Alaska Airlines( 64%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Mesa to New Orleans?

    The cheapest flight price from Mesa to New Orleans is $115. On average you can expect to pay $366. The most popular route, (Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), can usually be booked for $155.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mesa to New Orleans (average of $146). Flying from Mesa to New Orleans in December is currently the most expensive (average of $283). 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 Mesa to New Orleans

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Mesa 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 February 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$108Average$183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$137Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$147Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$236Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$266Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$316Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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