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$38+ Cheap flights from Nashville to New Orleans (BNA - MSY)

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BNA — MSY
Jul 6 — Jul 131
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Nashville Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in February or January, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Nashville to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Nashville (BNA) 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 July 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$78
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$38
(FlightHub)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$264

Good round-trip deal

$189 or less

Good one-way deal

$103 or less
From Nashville Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
One-way flight from Nashville Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($35 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Nashville Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Nashville Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

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Cheapest flights from Nashville to New Orleans
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This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Thu 9/187:21 pmBNA - MSY
Nonstop1h 30mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/214:50 pmMSY - BNA
Nonstop1h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/29$78
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 8/308:25 amBNA - MSY
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Tue 9/24:30 pmMSY - BNA
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 6/29$144
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 8/165:54 pmBNA - MSY
1 stop4h 49mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/219:26 amMSY - BNA
1 stop5h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$163

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

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Nashville

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New Orleans

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Depart

Return

Price

NashvilleNew Orleans

BNA - MSY

BNAMSY

Nashville Intl

Thu 9/18

7:21 pm-8:51 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 9/21

4:50 pm-6:26 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

$78

NashvilleNew Orleans

BNA - MSY

BNAMSY

Nashville Intl

Sat 8/30

8:25 am-10:00 am

Nonstop1h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 9/2

4:30 pm-6:05 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$144

NashvilleNew Orleans

BNA - MSY

BNAMSY

Nashville Intl

Sat 8/16

5:54 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop4h 49m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 8/21

9:26 am-2:55 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$163

NashvilleNew Orleans

BNA - MSY

BNAMSY

Nashville Intl

Fri 8/22

4:25 pm-5:59 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

$38

NashvilleNew Orleans

BNA - MSY

BNAMSY

Nashville Intl

Wed 9/3

8:50 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$69

NashvilleNew Orleans

BNA - MSY

BNAMSY

Nashville Intl

Sun 8/31

7:30 am-11:24 am

1 stop3h 54m

$90

NashvilleNew Orleans

BNA - MSY

BNAMSY

Nashville Intl

Fri 8/29

5:53 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop6h 02m

$94

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Deals found on 6/30

The best insider tips for Nashville to New Orleans flights

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Airports
BNA

For self-parking, Terminal Garage 1 and 2 are closest to the terminal. Terminal Lot A offers cheaper rates and is within walking distance.

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MSY

For a quick ride to downtown New Orleans, taxis offer a flat rate and are usually cheaper than rideshares.

Read more about MSYby Brandon Schultz
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Best time to book a flight from Nashville to New Orleans

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Nashville to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Nashville to New Orleans is 56 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 Nashville to New Orleans?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Nashville 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 July 1, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Nashville to New Orleans at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 45% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Nashville to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Nashville to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on June 29, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Nashville to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Nashville to New Orleans?

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 July 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Nashville 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.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

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.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

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

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

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.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

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.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

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 Nashville 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 airports do I use to fly from Nashville to New Orleans?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong is the airport most travelers will use when flying to New Orleans from Nashville Intl. Booking flights from Nashville Intl (BNA) to Louis Armstrong (MSY) should be relatively easy as there are 2 daily flights to New Orleans from 5 different airlines. 1h 25m is how long a flight from Nashville to New Orleans Louis Armstrong will take if you book a nonstop flight.

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

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $78, was found to be the cheapest airline from Nashville to New Orleans.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Southwest and American Airlines. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 66% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Nashville to New Orleans are Spirit Airlines ($38), Southwest ($69), and Delta ($90).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Nashville to New Orleans? While on average our users pay $185, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $50. The most popular route (Nashville Intl - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), is priced around $78.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nashville to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Nashville 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 5 airlines flying from Nashville to New Orleans

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Nashville 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 July 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$78Average$149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$217Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$233Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$275Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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