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$126+ 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 6/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — MSY
Jun 27 — Jul 41
Sat 6/27
Sat 7/4
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 September, booked 66 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 May 28, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 9/11:02 pm
CMH
-
MSY
1 stop5h 27m
Breeze Airways
Thu 12/37:00 am
MSY
-
CMH
1 stop6h 10m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/27$180
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 9/11:02 pm
CMH
-
MSY
1 stop5h 27m
Breeze Airways
Sat 9/2611:50 am
MSY
-
CMH
1 stop8h 04m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/27$184
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 9/11:02 pm
CMH
-
MSY
1 stop5h 27m
Breeze Airways
Tue 12/19:45 am
MSY
-
CMH
1 stop4h 12m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/27$188
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 9/11:02 pm
CMH
-
MSY
1 stop5h 27m
Breeze Airways
Wed 12/27:20 am
MSY
-
CMH
1 stop10h 07m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/27$195
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 8/301:23 pm
CMH
-
MSY
1 stop6h 00m
Breeze Airways
Tue 9/18:15 am
MSY
-
CMH
1 stop4h 19m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/26$200
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 11/33:37 pm
CMH
-
MSY
1 stop4h 31m
Breeze Airways
Thu 12/37:00 am
MSY
-
CMH
1 stop6h 10m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/27$202
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/23. 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 10/203:37 pm
CMH
-
MSY
1 stop4h 31m
Breeze Airways
Tue 10/279:45 am
MSY
-
CMH
1 stop4h 12m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/23$207
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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 10/273:37 pm
CMH
-
MSY
1 stop4h 31m
Breeze Airways
Thu 11/57:00 am
MSY
-
CMH
1 stop6h 10m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/25$209
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 11/33:37 pm
CMH
-
MSY
1 stop4h 31m
Breeze Airways
Tue 12/19:45 am
MSY
-
CMH
1 stop4h 12m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/27$210
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/23. 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 10/209:55 am
CMH
-
MSY
1 stop7h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/279:45 am
MSY
-
CMH
1 stop4h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/23$215
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 11/33:37 pm
CMH
-
MSY
1 stop4h 31m
Breeze Airways
Wed 12/27:20 am
MSY
-
CMH
1 stop10h 07m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/27$217
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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 10/273:37 pm
CMH
-
MSY
1 stop4h 31m
Breeze Airways
Tue 11/39:45 am
MSY
-
CMH
1 stop4h 12m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/25$218

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 May 28, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$180
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$126
(Booking.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$406
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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 May 28, 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

Mon 10/26

6:25 am-10:34 am

1 stop5h 09m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 11/2

5:30 am-12:59 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$365

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Wed 7/29

6:00 am-12:10 pm

1 stop7h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 8/5

11:40 am-8:30 pm

2 stops7h 50m

$370
Quickest round-trip

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Fri 11/6

9:05 pm-12:05 am

1 stop4h 00m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 11/9

7:10 am-12:35 pm

1 stop4h 25m

$376

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Fri 7/17

6:39 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop6h 04m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 7/21

3:22 pm-9:33 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$381

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Tue 7/7

7:20 am-12:10 pm

2 stops5h 50m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 7/11

6:05 am-5:20 pm

2 stops10h 15m

$406

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Sun 9/13

7:35 am-11:40 am

1 stop5h 05m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 9/20

6:25 am-12:10 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$407

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Wed 7/22

11:55 am-6:50 pm

2 stops7h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 7/27

5:30 am-2:35 pm

2 stops8h 05m

$416

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Thu 8/6

9:00 am-12:55 pm

1 stop4h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 8/8

2:01 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$425

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Fri 9/25

2:05 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops8h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/28

5:30 am-5:00 pm

2 stops10h 30m

$433

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Mon 8/17

6:00 am-10:30 am

1 stop5h 30m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 8/19

7:00 am-7:00 pm

2 stops11h 00m

$450

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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 May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust 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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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 64 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to New Orleans (average of $272). Flying from Columbus Airport to New Orleans in January is currently the most expensive (average of $482). 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 May 28, 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 May 28, 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.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
286 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

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.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
286 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
286 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

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.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,264 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
286 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,423 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
286 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

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.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,639 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
286 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

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.
Spirit Airlines
6.2
Okay
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
286 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

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 7 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 7h 10m. Fly via Delta, United Airlines, or Southwest 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 Spirit Airlines and Frontier. These flights start at 72% 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 Spirit Airlines, 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to New Orleans (average of $272). Flying from Columbus Airport to New Orleans in January is currently the most expensive (average of $482). 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 Columbus to New Orleans

Discover the top 7 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 May 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$99Average$189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$114Average$183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$152Average$192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$256Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$286Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$329Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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