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$58+ 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 9/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — MSY
Sep 2 — Sep 91
Wed 9/2
Wed 9/9
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 August 3, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Sun 9/139:50 pm
ORF
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 47m
Breeze Airways
Thu 9/175:49 pm
MSY
-
ORF
Nonstop2h 17m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 8/1$117
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/139:50 pm
ORF
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 47m
Breeze Airways
Thu 9/245:49 pm
MSY
-
ORF
Nonstop2h 17m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/29$118
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/179:50 pm
ORF
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 47m
Breeze Airways
Thu 9/245:49 pm
MSY
-
ORF
Nonstop2h 17m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/29$122
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sun 9/279:50 pm
ORF
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 47m
Breeze Airways
Wed 9/309:00 am
MSY
-
ORF
1 stop4h 36m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/31$126
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/109:50 pm
ORF
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 47m
Breeze Airways
Thu 9/245:49 pm
MSY
-
ORF
Nonstop2h 17m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/29$128
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/133:59 pm
MYR
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 15m
Breeze Airways
Sun 8/167:00 am
MSY
-
MYR
Nonstop2h 05m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/29$138
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Sat 10/33:16 pm
ORF
-
MSY
1 stop5h 13m
Breeze Airways
Thu 10/81:13 pm
MSY
-
ORF
Nonstop2h 17m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 8/1$139
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Sat 10/33:16 pm
ORF
-
MSY
1 stop5h 13m
Breeze Airways
Wed 10/79:00 am
MSY
-
ORF
1 stop4h 36m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 8/1$143
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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.
Sun 9/131:18 pm
ORF
-
MSY
1 stop28h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/175:49 pm
MSY
-
ORF
Nonstop2h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/3$144
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/139:50 pm
ORF
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/255:17 pm
MSY
-
ORF
1 stop17h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$145
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/139:50 pm
ORF
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/265:17 pm
MSY
-
ORF
1 stop18h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$149
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sun 11/85:10 pm
ORF
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 47m
Breeze Airways
Wed 11/119:00 am
MSY
-
ORF
1 stop4h 36m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/31$152

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 August 3, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$112
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$58
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$235

Good round-trip deal

$227 or less

Good one-way deal

$124 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($5 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 August 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from North Carolina to New Orleans that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

Myrtle BeachNew Orleans

MYR - MSY

MYRMSY

Myrtle Beach Intl

Thu 8/13

3:59 pm-5:14 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 8/16

7:00 am-10:05 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$138

RaleighNew Orleans

RDU - MSY

RDUMSY

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 9/10

10:31 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/14

8:05 am-11:10 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$183

RaleighNew Orleans

RDU - MSY

RDUMSY

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 8/21

6:15 pm-10:18 pm

1 stop5h 03m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 8/25

7:26 am-2:19 pm

1 stop5h 53m

$209

RaleighNew Orleans

RDU - MSY

RDUMSY

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 8/21

6:15 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop6h 23m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 8/24

5:16 pm-12:42 am

1 stop6h 26m

$209

RaleighNew Orleans

RDU - MSY

RDUMSY

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 10/1

7:59 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop4h 38m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 10/5

7:23 pm-12:28 am

1 stop4h 05m

$209

RaleighNew Orleans

RDU - MSY

RDUMSY

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 9/23

6:00 am-12:40 pm

2 stops7h 40m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/28

5:00 am-11:50 am

1 stop5h 50m

$214

RaleighNew Orleans

RDU - MSY

RDUMSY

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 8/21

4:51 pm-6:05 pm

Nonstop2h 14m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 8/24

8:05 am-11:11 am

Nonstop2h 06m

$218

RaleighNew Orleans

RDU - MSY

RDUMSY

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 12/2

3:24 pm-7:29 pm

1 stop5h 05m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 12/5

7:20 am-10:25 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$238

NorfolkNew Orleans

ORF - MSY

ORFMSY

Norfolk

Fri 8/28

12:04 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop7h 41m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 8/30

8:05 am-11:26 am

Nonstop2h 21m

$243

RaleighNew Orleans

RDU - MSY

RDUMSY

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 11/6

4:44 pm-8:41 pm

1 stop4h 57m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 11/9

7:30 pm-12:26 am

1 stop3h 56m

$254

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

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to New Orleans (average of $263). Flying from North Carolina to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $382). 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 August 3, 2026.

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 29% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
North Carolina to New Orleans flights typically cost between $149 and $314 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $178 on Breeze Airways (Oct 16-Oct 21).

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from North Carolina to New Orleans, you should look to book at least 41 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 August 1, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their North Carolina to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings 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, 21 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 $138. 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 cheapest airlines to fly from North Carolina to New Orleans one-way?

    $59 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Breeze Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and JetBlue, with prices starting from $69 and $94, respectively.

  • 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 cheapest flights from North Carolina to New Orleans?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $89. While the most popular route (Charlotte Douglas - New Orleans Louis Armstrong) can be booked for $269 on average, our data indicates $245 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to New Orleans (average of $263). Flying from North Carolina to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $382). 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 August 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$99Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$101Average$239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$136Average$275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$188Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$212Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$218Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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