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$46+ Cheap flights from North Carolina 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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — MSY
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from North Carolina to New Orleans

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

This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/253:59 pmMYR - MSY
Nonstop2h 15mBreeze Airways
Sun 12/287:00 amMSY - MYR
Nonstop2h 05mBreeze Airways
Deal found 12/10$122
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/259:54 amMYR - MSY
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/287:00 amMSY - MYR
Nonstop2h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$168
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/257:32 pmMYR - MSY
1 stop5h 23mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/286:40 amMSY - MYR
1 stop10h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/10$179
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/315:50 pmRDU - MSY
1 stop15h 57mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/56:55 pmMSY - RDU
2 stops28h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$190
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/186:00 amRDU - MSY
1 stop15h 57mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/2511:12 amMSY - RDU
1 stop7h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$201
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/315:50 pmRDU - MSY
1 stop5h 12mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/111:27 amMSY - RDU
1 stop8h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$203
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/155:33 pmRDU - MSY
1 stop5h 18mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/225:00 pmMSY - RDU
1 stop6h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$206
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Thu 12/113:59 pmMYR - MSY
Nonstop2h 15mBreeze Airways
Sun 12/147:00 amMSY - MYR
Nonstop2h 05mBreeze Airways
Deal found 12/9$206
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/155:33 pmRDU - MSY
1 stop5h 18mBreeze Airways
Mon 12/228:30 amMSY - RDU
Nonstop2h 03mBreeze Airways
Deal found 12/10$209
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/192:14 pmMYR - MSY
1 stop8h 37mBreeze Airways
Sun 12/217:00 amMSY - MYR
Nonstop2h 05mBreeze Airways
Deal found 12/10$209
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/315:50 pmRDU - MSY
1 stop15h 57mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/45:22 pmMSY - RDU
1 stop5h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$210
This Super.com 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/155:33 pmRDU - MSY
1 stop5h 18mBreeze Airways
Wed 12/177:10 amMSY - RDU
Nonstop2h 03mBreeze Airways
Deal found 12/10$214

Find flight deals from North Carolina to New Orleans

Keep the following information in mind while searching for North Carolina to New Orleans flight deals. Data was last updated December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$98
(Breeze Airways)

One-way from

$46
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$329

Good round-trip deal

$138 or less

Good one-way deal

$89 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from North Carolina 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.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from North Carolina to New Orleans that are best for you.

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Myrtle BeachNew Orleans

MYR - MSY

MYRMSY

Myrtle Beach Intl

Thu 1/22

4:01 pm-5:16 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 1/25

7:00 am-10:05 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$98

NorfolkNew Orleans

ORF - MSY

ORFMSY

Norfolk

Sun 3/22

5:45 pm-7:32 pm

Nonstop2h 47m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 3/26

9:20 am-12:37 pm

Nonstop2h 17m

$128

Myrtle BeachNew Orleans

MYR - MSY

MYRMSY

Myrtle Beach Intl

Fri 1/23

8:15 pm-8:21 am

1 stop13h 06m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 1/25

7:00 am-10:05 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$145

NorfolkNew Orleans

ORF - MSY

ORFMSY

Norfolk

Fri 1/23

6:45 am-9:29 pm

2 stops15h 44m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 1/26

6:05 am-6:38 pm

1 stop11h 33m

$155

NorfolkNew Orleans

ORF - MSY

ORFMSY

Norfolk

Sun 1/4

3:01 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 58m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/8

5:11 pm-10:04 pm

1 stop3h 53m

$156

Myrtle BeachNew Orleans

MYR - MSY

MYRMSY

Myrtle Beach Intl

Thu 1/8

5:53 pm-9:54 pm

1 stop5h 01m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 1/11

7:00 am-12:12 pm

1 stop4h 12m

$161

NorfolkNew Orleans

ORF - MSY

ORFMSY

Norfolk

Sat 2/21

8:29 pm-8:21 am

1 stop12h 52m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 2/27

5:06 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$186

NorfolkNew Orleans

ORF - MSY

ORFMSY

Norfolk

Thu 1/29

5:30 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop5h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 2/1

7:00 am-4:35 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$187

RaleighNew Orleans

RDU - MSY

RDUMSY

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 2/17

5:13 pm-6:41 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 2/19

8:05 am-11:09 am

Nonstop2h 04m

$188

BlountvilleNew Orleans

TRI - MSY

TRIMSY

Blountville Tri Cities TN/VA

Mon 1/5

2:00 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops27h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/8

8:36 pm-12:13 pm

1 stop14h 37m

$190

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Best time to book a flight from North Carolina to New Orleans

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New Orleans from North Carolina with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from North Carolina to New Orleans

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to New Orleans (average of $45). Flying from North Carolina to New Orleans in December is currently the most expensive (average of $141). 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 NC to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from North Carolina 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 North Carolina to New Orleans in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 18% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from North Carolina to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from North Carolina to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from North Carolina 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 North Carolina?

    If you book a flight to New Orleans from North Carolina, you will be flying to Louis Armstrong, which is the city’s only airport. New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is located 11.4 mi from the center of New Orleans.

  • How popular is this North Carolina to New Orleans flight route?

    Within the past month, 50 users have taken a look at flights from North Carolina to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

  • How long is the flight from North Carolina to New Orleans?

    A quick flight from North Carolina to New Orleans can take about 2h 15m. Breeze Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $98. North Carolina and New Orleans are separated by a distance of 712 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from North Carolina to New Orleans?

    The most popular route from North Carolina to New Orleans is Charlotte Douglas - New Orleans Louis Armstrong. You may also consider Raleigh-Durham - New Orleans Louis Armstrong or Norfolk - New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from North Carolina to New Orleans consider choosing Spirit Airlines (89%), Southwest (75%) or Breeze Airways (67%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from North Carolina to New Orleans?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $59. While the most popular route (Charlotte Douglas - New Orleans Louis Armstrong) can be booked for $138 on average, our data indicates $228 when flying from North Carolina to New Orleans.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from North Carolina 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 North Carolina to New Orleans?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to New Orleans (average of $45). Flying from North Carolina to New Orleans in December is currently the most expensive (average of $141). 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 7 airlines flying from North Carolina to New Orleans

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from North Carolina 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
FrontierCheapest$58Average$154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$64Average$167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$118Average$255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$156Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$179Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$182Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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