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$48+ Cheap flights from Orlando (MCO) 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 1/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCO — MSY
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Orlando to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in January or February, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Orlando to New Orleans
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This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:34 pmMCO - MSY
1 stop4h 28mSpirit Airlines
Sun 1/45:05 amMSY - MCO
Nonstop1h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/17$132
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/316:34 pmMCO - MSY
1 stop4h 28mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/35:04 pmMSY - MCO
Nonstop1h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$133
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:34 pmMCO - MSY
1 stop4h 28mSpirit Airlines
Sat 1/35:05 amMSY - MCO
Nonstop1h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/17$134
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Tue 12/307:34 pmMCO - MSY
1 stop5h 25mSpirit Airlines
Sun 1/45:05 amMSY - MCO
Nonstop1h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/16$139
This Spirit deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Spirit is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:34 pmMCO - MSY
1 stop6h 25mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/316:40 amMSY - MCO
1 stop9h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/16$144
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Sun 12/286:15 amMCO - MSY
Nonstop2h 04mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/98:36 pmMSY - MCO
Nonstop1h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$149
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/307:34 pmMCO - MSY
1 stop5h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/35:04 pmMSY - MCO
Nonstop1h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$151
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Tue 12/237:34 pmMCO - MSY
1 stop5h 25mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/316:40 amMSY - MCO
1 stop9h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/16$154
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Tue 12/307:34 pmMCO - MSY
1 stop5h 25mSpirit Airlines
Fri 1/25:05 amMSY - MCO
Nonstop1h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/17$159

Find flight deals from Orlando to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Orlando (MCO) 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 December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$77
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$48
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$146

Good round-trip deal

$90 or less

Good one-way deal

$64 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Orlando 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 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Orlando Airport to New Orleans that are best for you.

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OrlandoNew Orleans

MCO - MSY

MCOMSY

Orlando

Sun 2/1

3:07 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop7h 22m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 2/2

7:00 am-9:49 am

Nonstop1h 49m

$89

OrlandoNew Orleans

MCO - MSY

MCOMSY

Orlando

Fri 2/6

3:07 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop7h 22m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 2/9

8:36 pm-11:20 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$89

OrlandoNew Orleans

MCO - MSY

MCOMSY

Orlando

Fri 1/30

9:59 pm-10:58 pm

Nonstop1h 59m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 2/3

8:57 pm-7:43 am

1 stop9h 46m

$94

OrlandoNew Orleans

MCO - MSY

MCOMSY

Orlando

Fri 1/9

9:59 pm-10:58 pm

Nonstop1h 59m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 1/12

10:47 am-6:17 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$95

OrlandoNew Orleans

MCO - MSY

MCOMSY

Orlando

Sat 1/31

12:04 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop7h 56m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 2/2

10:01 am-12:52 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

$99

OrlandoNew Orleans

MCO - MSY

MCOMSY

Orlando

Sun 3/1

9:59 pm-10:58 pm

Nonstop1h 59m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 3/4

6:20 am-9:06 am

Nonstop1h 46m

$100

OrlandoNew Orleans

MCO - MSY

MCOMSY

Orlando

Thu 1/15

3:07 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop7h 22m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 1/19

7:00 am-9:49 am

Nonstop1h 49m

$109

OrlandoNew Orleans

MCO - MSY

MCOMSY

Orlando

Thu 2/19

3:41 pm-1:38 pm

1 stop22h 57m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 2/23

9:48 pm-12:41 am

Nonstop1h 53m

$120

OrlandoNew Orleans

MCO - MSY

MCOMSY

Orlando

Sun 2/1

7:50 am-8:58 am

Nonstop2h 08m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 2/7

8:36 pm-11:20 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$125

OrlandoNew Orleans

MCO - MSY

MCOMSY

Orlando

Sun 2/1

1:53 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop5h 07m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 2/2

10:01 am-12:52 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

$140

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Orlando to New Orleans in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Orlando Airport-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Orlando Airport-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Orlando Airport-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Orlando Airport-New Orleans flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Orlando Airport-New Orleans flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Orlando to New Orleans

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Orlando Airport to New Orleans

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Orlando to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Orlando Airport to New Orleans, you should look to book at least 64 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 Orlando Airport to New Orleans?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orlando Airport to New Orleans (average of $22). Flying from Orlando Airport to New Orleans in October is currently the most expensive (average of $80). 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 MCO to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from Orlando 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 18, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Orlando Airport to New Orleans in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 11% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Orlando Airport to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Orlando to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Orlando Airport to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

The best insider tips for Orlando Airport to New Orleans flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Orlando Airport to New Orleans trip
Airlines
Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seats offer 11 inches more legroom, perfect for short flights.


Spirit's self-service bag drop saves time; print your boarding pass ahead to avoid fees.

Read more about Spirit AirlinesBy Daniel Scheffler
Frontier

Frontier offers extra comfort seats with 32” separation for a fee, ideal for short flights.


Early morning flights have a better chance of being on time, avoiding carry-over delays.

Read more about FrontierBy Marisa Garcia
Airports
MCO

Use MCO Reserve to pre-book a security slot and avoid long lines at Orlando Airport's checkpoints.

Read more about MCOBy Paul Rubio
MSY

For a quick ride to downtown New Orleans, consider the express airport bus for a 40-minute journey.

Read more about MSYBy Brandon Schultz
Our travel experts
Daniel Scheffler

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Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on MSY

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Paul Rubio

Paul Rubio

Expert on MCO

Paul Rubio

Paul Rubio

Travel journalist and photographer Paul Rubio is a Miami native (and current resident), who has lived in nine countries and traveled to 137. He is an expert in luxury travel, eco-travel, loyalty programs, hotels, airports and airlines. He is a contributing editor at AFAR, Condé Nast Traveler, LUXURY Magazine, and Palm Beach Illustrated.

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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 December 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Southwest, and American Airlines from Orlando Airport 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.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
248 reviews

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
248 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
248 reviews

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,252 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
248 reviews

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
248 reviews

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,189 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
248 reviews

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,080 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
248 reviews

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to New Orleans from Orlando, 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. There are 2 flights from Orlando to Louis Armstrong per day from 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Orlando Airport to New Orleans?

    Departing from Orlando Airport to New Orleans will take you 7h 22m. Orlando Airport and New Orleans are separated by a distance of 550 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, Frontier ($53), Spirit Airlines ($63), and Breeze Airways ($78) offers the cheapest pricing from Orlando Airport to New Orleans. Frontier is 64% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $37. Spirit Airlines flights start at $37 while deals on Breeze Airways start at $46 one-way.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Orlando Airport to New Orleans consider choosing Breeze Airways (90%), Frontier (86%) or Southwest (77%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Orlando Airport to New Orleans?

    While on average a flight from Orlando Airport to New Orleans is generally $129, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $39. When looking at the most popular route, (Orlando - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), you can expect to pay $70 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Orlando 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 Orlando Airport to New Orleans?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orlando Airport to New Orleans (average of $22). Flying from Orlando Airport to New Orleans in October is currently the most expensive (average of $80). 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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Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Orlando 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 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$57Average$132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$66Average$128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$78Average$156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$167Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$226Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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