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$242+ Cheap flights from Omaha to New Orleans (OMA - MSY)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OMA — MSY
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Omaha Eppley Airfield to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in September or March, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Omaha (OMA) 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 August 18, 2025.

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Average price

$400
From Omaha Eppley Airfield to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
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Cheapest flights from Omaha to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Omaha to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 18, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/61:20 pmOMA - MSY
1 stop16h 01mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/136:00 amMSY - OMA
1 stop10h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$242
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Tue 9/305:15 amOMA - MSY
1 stop6h 25mDelta
Tue 10/710:32 amMSY - OMA
1 stop7h 10mDelta
Deal found 8/17$277
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Wed 9/173:10 pmOMA - MSY
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Wed 9/2410:10 amMSY - OMA
2 stops12h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 8/18$282
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Mon 9/296:10 pmOMA - MSY
1 stop5h 19mDelta
Tue 10/710:32 amMSY - OMA
1 stop7h 10mDelta
Deal found 8/17$284
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 9/132:57 pmOMA - MSY
1 stop8h 18mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/167:00 amMSY - OMA
2 stops8h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/17$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Mon 9/295:15 amOMA - MSY
1 stop6h 25mDelta
Mon 10/64:27 pmMSY - OMA
1 stop6h 16mDelta
Deal found 8/17$291
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Tue 9/167:08 amOMA - MSY
2 stops7h 41mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/206:34 amMSY - OMA
2 stops8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/17$294
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 12/67:25 amOMA - MSY
2 stops7h 50mSouthwest
Mon 12/1510:40 amMSY - OMA
1 stop7h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 8/18$296
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Fri 10/316:50 amOMA - MSY
2 stops10h 17mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/64:46 pmMSY - OMA
1 stop7h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/17$299

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OmahaNew Orleans

OMA - MSY

OMAMSY

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 10/6

1:20 pm-5:21 am

1 stop16h 01m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 10/13

6:00 am-4:35 pm

1 stop10h 35m

$242

OmahaNew Orleans

OMA - MSY

OMAMSY

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 9/30

5:15 am-9:52 am

1 stop4h 37m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 10/8

1:58 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop9h 51m

$277

OmahaNew Orleans

OMA - MSY

OMAMSY

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 9/17

1:05 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop7h 05m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 9/24

3:30 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$277

OmahaNew Orleans

OMA - MSY

OMAMSY

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 9/30

5:15 am-11:40 am

1 stop6h 25m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 10/7

11:50 am-5:42 pm

1 stop5h 52m

$277

OmahaNew Orleans

OMA - MSY

OMAMSY

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 10/1

6:10 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop4h 50m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 10/7

9:05 am-2:17 pm

1 stop5h 12m

$277

OmahaNew Orleans

OMA - MSY

OMAMSY

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 10/1

6:10 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop4h 50m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 10/8

11:23 am-8:51 pm

1 stop9h 28m

$277

OmahaNew Orleans

OMA - MSY

OMAMSY

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 8/29

4:51 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop6h 37m

$324

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Best time to book a flight from Omaha to New Orleans

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Omaha to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Omaha to New Orleans, you should look to book at least 89 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 month to book a flight from Omaha to New Orleans?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Omaha 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 18, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Omaha to New Orleans is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 42% on airfare.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Omaha to New Orleans?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Omaha to New Orleans chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Houston (IAH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Omaha to New Orleans on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Omaha to New Orleans?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Omaha to New Orleans, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Dallas (DAL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $366.

What’s the fastest layover option from Omaha to New Orleans?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Omaha to New Orleans, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Dallas (DAL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 4h 20m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Omaha to New Orleans?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Omaha to New Orleans, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Houston (IAH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 23m.

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 August 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Omaha to New Orleans to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,925 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Omaha 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 Omaha to New Orleans?

    Delta can get you from Omaha to New Orleans in just under 4h 37m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 842 mi.

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to New Orleans, with prices starting at $270. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $270 and $297, respectively. American Airlines is 34% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Omaha to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Omaha 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 4 airlines flying from Omaha to New Orleans

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$270Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$270Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$297Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$302Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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