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$93+ 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 9/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — MSY
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in June or March, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Cheap 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 September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$164
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One-way from

$93
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$329

Good round-trip deal

$114 or less
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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 September 15, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/2512:31 pmCMH - MSY
1 stop6h 54mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/285:20 amMSY - CMH
1 stop5h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$164
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/911:09 amCMH - MSY
1 stop27h 59mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/1211:19 amMSY - CMH
1 stop8h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$184
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/212:31 pmCMH - MSY
1 stop6h 54mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/65:45 amMSY - CMH
1 stop4h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$186
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 11/52:49 pmCMH - MSY
1 stop5h 54mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/75:52 pmMSY - CMH
1 stop18h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$187
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/202:37 pmCMH - MSY
1 stop9h 18mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/225:20 amMSY - CMH
1 stop11h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$188
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/212:31 pmCMH - MSY
1 stop6h 54mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/54:51 pmMSY - CMH
1 stop23h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$189
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/132:49 pmCMH - MSY
1 stop5h 54mSpirit Airlines
Sun 11/168:38 pmMSY - CMH
1 stop10h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$190
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1812:31 pmCMH - MSY
1 stop6h 54mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/215:20 amMSY - CMH
1 stop5h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/13$191
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2912:31 pmCMH - MSY
1 stop11h 24mSpirit Airlines
Fri 10/39:12 amMSY - CMH
1 stop8h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$192
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/2811:16 amCMH - MSY
2 stops29h 41mFrontier
Thu 10/24:51 pmMSY - CMH
1 stop23h 54mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$196
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Fri 10/246:21 pmCMH - MSY
1 stop6h 17mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/275:45 amMSY - CMH
1 stop4h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$197

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 September 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to New Orleans that are best for you.

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Columbus

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New Orleans

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ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Fri 10/3

12:31 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop11h 24m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 10/6

5:45 am-11:23 am

1 stop4h 38m

$190

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Thu 11/13

6:45 am-3:36 pm

1 stop9h 51m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 11/16

8:38 pm-8:15 am

1 stop10h 37m

$190

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Thu 10/23

6:21 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop6h 17m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 10/26

6:41 am-11:58 am

1 stop28h 17m

$217

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Fri 11/7

8:46 am-11:39 pm

2 stops15h 53m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 11/10

8:38 pm-8:15 am

1 stop10h 37m

$227

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Fri 9/26

6:40 pm-6:53 pm

2 stops25h 13m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 9/28

5:20 am-11:26 am

1 stop5h 06m

$232

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Fri 10/3

12:31 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop11h 24m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 10/5

6:00 am-7:13 pm

1 stop12h 13m

$232

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Wed 10/22

8:42 am-10:37 pm

1 stop14h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 10/26

6:41 am-11:58 am

1 stop28h 17m

$233

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Thu 10/23

6:21 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop6h 17m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 10/26

6:05 pm-6:09 pm

2 stops23h 04m

$234

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Sat 9/20

2:37 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop9h 18m

$93

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Fri 10/17

6:21 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop6h 17m

$95

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to New Orleans

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Cheapflights Insights

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?

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

The best time to book flights from Columbus Airport to New Orleans is 53 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 $256). Flying from Columbus Airport 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 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 September 15, 2025.

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 in the evening could potentially save you up to 27% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on September 7, 2025.

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

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 September 15, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,956 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,931 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,016 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

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 5 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 11h 24m. Fly via Spirit Airlines to get the fastest option. Columbus Airport and New Orleans are separated by a distance of 807 mi.

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $94, was found to be the cheapest airline from Columbus Airport to New Orleans.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and Southwest. These flights start at 70% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Columbus Airport to New Orleans is $114. On average you can expect to pay $171. The most popular route, (Columbus - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), can usually be booked for $162.

  • 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 $256). Flying from Columbus Airport 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 5 airlines flying from Columbus to New Orleans

Discover the top 5 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 September 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$94Average$182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$251Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$259Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$266Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$296Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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