New Orleans

$99+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) 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 7/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — MSY
Jul 15 — Jul 221
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in August or October, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Columbus to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 15, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 7/211:02 pm
CMH
-
MSY
1 stop5h 27m
Breeze Airways
Tue 8/48:15 am
MSY
-
CMH
1 stop4h 19m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 6/13$210
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
Tue 7/142:34 pm
CMH
-
MSY
1 stop4h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 7/2112:36 pm
MSY
-
CMH
1 stop6h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/14$215
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 8/126:56 pm
CMH
-
MSY
1 stop24h 27m
Breeze Airways
Tue 9/18:15 am
MSY
-
CMH
1 stop4h 19m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 6/13$226
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Tue 10/133:37 pm
CMH
-
MSY
1 stop4h 31m
Breeze Airways
Wed 10/149:10 am
MSY
-
CMH
1 stop8h 17m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 6/11$227
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 6/302:34 pm
CMH
-
MSY
1 stop4h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/135:12 pm
MSY
-
CMH
1 stop22h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13$233
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 8/156:56 pm
CMH
-
MSY
1 stop24h 27m
Breeze Airways
Tue 8/188:15 am
MSY
-
CMH
1 stop4h 19m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 6/13$234
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 8/135:44 pm
CMH
-
MSY
1 stop23h 43m
Frontier
Mon 8/175:12 pm
MSY
-
CMH
1 stop23h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 6/14$235
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 8/264:47 pm
CMH
-
MSY
1 stop29h 16m
Frontier
Sat 8/293:44 pm
MSY
-
CMH
1 stop27h 06m
Frontier
Deal found 6/12$239
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 7/238:59 pm
CMH
-
MSY
1 stop19h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 7/288:15 am
MSY
-
CMH
1 stop4h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$243
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1611:37 am
CMH
-
MSY
1 stop5h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/209:45 am
MSY
-
CMH
1 stop4h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/14$248
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/277:15 pm
CMH
-
MSY
1 stop5h 22m
Breeze Airways
Wed 10/79:10 am
MSY
-
CMH
1 stop8h 17m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 6/11$250

Find flight deals from Columbus to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) 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 June 15, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$210
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$96
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$347
Provider with most accurate pricing for Columbus-New Orleans Louis Armstrong flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Columbus-New Orleans Louis Armstrong flights.
From Columbus to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
One-way flight from Columbus to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($21 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 June 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to New Orleans that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Sat 8/15

12:50 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops7h 00m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 8/18

11:40 am-8:30 pm

2 stops7h 50m

$382

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Sat 8/8

12:50 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops7h 00m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 8/10

6:10 am-1:15 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$392

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Fri 7/17

12:05 pm-3:49 pm

1 stop4h 44m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 7/21

6:20 am-1:38 pm

1 stop6h 18m

$401
Quickest round-trip

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Sun 8/30

6:23 pm-10:18 pm

1 stop4h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 9/4

6:14 am-11:43 am

1 stop4h 29m

$407

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Wed 8/26

11:45 am-8:00 pm

2 stops9h 15m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 8/28

5:30 am-5:00 pm

2 stops10h 30m

$407

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Wed 8/5

11:45 am-8:00 pm

2 stops9h 15m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 8/10

5:30 am-5:00 pm

2 stops10h 30m

$407

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Fri 8/14

2:05 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops8h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 8/16

5:50 pm-12:15 am

1 stop5h 25m

$412

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Thu 7/23

8:10 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop4h 45m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 7/26

3:25 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops5h 55m

$459

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Fri 7/24

5:35 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop6h 30m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 7/26

3:25 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops5h 55m

$459

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Fri 7/17

6:30 am-11:01 am

1 stop5h 31m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 7/21

12:17 pm-10:52 pm

2 stops9h 35m

$466

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Compare providers for flights from Columbus to New Orleans

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 Columbus to New Orleans in June.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Columbus Airport-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Columbus Airport-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbus Airport-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-New Orleans flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Columbus 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 Columbus to New Orleans

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Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus Airport to New Orleans

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

The best time to book flights from Columbus Airport to New Orleans is 42 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 Columbus Airport to New Orleans?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to New Orleans (average of $303). Flying from Columbus Airport to New Orleans in January is currently the most expensive (average of $483). 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 CMH to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 June 15, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Columbus Airport to New Orleans is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 57% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Columbus Airport 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 June 15, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Breeze Airways,Southwest, andDelta from Columbus Airport 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.

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly into New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) if they book a flight to New Orleans from Columbus. On average, Louis Armstrong has 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day from 6 airlines. New Orleans Louis Armstrong is conveniently located just 11.4 mi from New Orleans’s city center.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Columbus Airport to New Orleans in 4h 44m. Fly via Southwest or Delta to get the fastest option. Columbus Airport and New Orleans are separated by a distance of 807 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Breeze Airways, at $99, was found to be the cheapest airline from Columbus Airport to New Orleans.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Frontier and Delta. These flights start at 73% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Breeze Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $34. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Columbus Airport to New Orleans for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to New Orleans (average of $303). Flying from Columbus Airport to New Orleans in January is currently the most expensive (average of $483). 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 6 airlines flying from Columbus to New Orleans

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 June 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$99Average$189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$152Average$216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$256Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$286Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$329Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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