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$58+ Cheap flights from Richmond to New Orleans (RIC - MSY)

RIC — MSY
Dec 5 — Dec 121
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Richmond Byrd Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in August or January, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Richmond to New Orleans

Cheapest flights from Richmond to New Orleans

Fri 12/48:59 pm -
2 stops21h 19m
Fri 12/111:25 pm -
Nonstop2h 15m
Deal found 11/4$226
Fri 12/2512:57 pm -
1 stop20h 08m
Tue 12/299:10 am -
1 stop25h 52m
Deal found 11/1$238
Fri 12/41:59 pm -
1 stop28h 09m
Fri 12/111:25 pm -
Nonstop2h 15m
Deal found 11/4$241
Mon 11/165:20 pm -
Nonstop2h 46m
Mon 11/301:25 pm -
Nonstop2h 15m
Deal found 11/1$242
Mon 12/75:20 pm -
Nonstop2h 46m
Sun 12/139:40 am -
1 stop4h 03m
Deal found 11/4$244
Wed 12/97:21 pm -
1 stop15h 55m
Mon 1/41:25 pm -
Nonstop2h 15m
Deal found 11/3$248
Fri 12/41:59 pm -
1 stop28h 09m
Thu 12/109:30 am -
1 stop26h 34m
Deal found 10/31$250
Fri 12/45:20 pm -
Nonstop2h 46m
Thu 12/109:40 am -
1 stop4h 03m
Deal found 10/31$257
Fri 12/111:59 pm -
1 stop28h 09m
Sun 12/136:05 pm -
1 stop17h 59m
Deal found 11/2$258
Sat 12/129:26 pm -
1 stop22h 19m
Wed 1/611:35 am -
2 stops19h 38m
Deal found 11/3$262
Mon 11/165:20 pm -
Nonstop2h 46m
Mon 11/302:46 pm -
3 stops50h 55m
Deal found 11/1$263

Find flight deals from Richmond to New Orleans

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$226
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$58
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$427

Good round-trip deal

$208 or less

Good one-way deal

$150 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Richmond Byrd Intl-New Orleans Louis Armstrong flight deals.
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From Richmond Byrd Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
One-way flight from Richmond Byrd Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
High demand for flights, 3% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Richmond Byrd Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Richmond Byrd Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

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RichmondNew Orleans

RIC Richmond Byrd Intl - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

RICMSY

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 11/20

5:22 pm-8:39 pm

1 stop4h 17m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$139
Quickest round-trip

RichmondNew Orleans

RIC Richmond Byrd Intl - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

RICMSY

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 2/26

5:15 pm-7:01 pm

Nonstop2h 46m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$139

RichmondNew Orleans

RIC Richmond Byrd Intl - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

RICMSY

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 11/23

5:30 am-12:02 pm

1 stop7h 32m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$139

RichmondNew Orleans

RIC Richmond Byrd Intl - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

RICMSY

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 2/5

12:57 pm-5:44 pm

1 stop5h 47m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$158

RichmondNew Orleans

RIC Richmond Byrd Intl - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

RICMSY

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 11/9

5:20 pm-7:06 pm

Nonstop2h 46m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$159

RichmondNew Orleans

RIC Richmond Byrd Intl - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

RICMSY

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 2/5

5:15 pm-7:01 pm

Nonstop2h 46m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$159

RichmondNew Orleans

RIC Richmond Byrd Intl - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

RICMSY

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 11/14

9:26 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop22h 19m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$162

RichmondNew Orleans

RIC Richmond Byrd Intl - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

RICMSY

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 11/26

5:22 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop6h 31m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$170

RichmondNew Orleans

RIC Richmond Byrd Intl - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

RICMSY

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 11/19

3:53 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop27h 07m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$171

RichmondNew Orleans

RIC Richmond Byrd Intl - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

RICMSY

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 1/13

6:15 am-1:05 pm

2 stops7h 50m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$175

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Compare providers for flights from Richmond to New Orleans

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 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 Richmond-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Richmond-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Richmond-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Richmond-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 Richmond-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 Richmond to New Orleans

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Richmond to New Orleans may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 84 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Richmond to New Orleans?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to New Orleans (average of $276). Flying from Richmond to New Orleans in July is currently the most expensive (average of $452). 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 RIC to MSY?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Richmond to New Orleans is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 24% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Richmond to New Orleans?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Richmond to New Orleans flights typically cost between $338 and $583 in December.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $226 on Breeze Airways (Dec 4-Dec 11).

Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways,Southwest, andDelta from Richmond 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.

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

James,Oct 2026

RSW - RDU

The plane was clean and modern. The crew was excellent. The flight left early and arrived ~ 30 mintues early. As such, our bags were delayed in arriving. Food (snacks) were average.

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

James,Oct 2026

RSW - RDU

The plane was clean and modern. The crew was excellent. The flight left early and arrived ~ 30 mintues early. As such, our bags were delayed in arriving. Food (snacks) were average.

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

James,Oct 2026

RSW - RDU

The plane was clean and modern. The crew was excellent. The flight left early and arrived ~ 30 mintues early. As such, our bags were delayed in arriving. Food (snacks) were average.

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

James,Oct 2026

RSW - RDU

The plane was clean and modern. The crew was excellent. The flight left early and arrived ~ 30 mintues early. As such, our bags were delayed in arriving. Food (snacks) were average.

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

James,Oct 2026

RSW - RDU

The plane was clean and modern. The crew was excellent. The flight left early and arrived ~ 30 mintues early. As such, our bags were delayed in arriving. Food (snacks) were average.

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

James,Oct 2026

RSW - RDU

The plane was clean and modern. The crew was excellent. The flight left early and arrived ~ 30 mintues early. As such, our bags were delayed in arriving. Food (snacks) were average.

Related info for your journey

  • How popular is this Richmond to New Orleans flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Richmond to New Orleans?

    Airlines like Breeze Airways and Southwest fly from Richmond to New Orleans in about 4h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 15m. Richmond and New Orleans are separated by a distance of 905 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Flying on JetBlue is currently your cheapest option to New Orleans, with prices starting at $110. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Breeze Airways and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $128 and $138, respectively. These flights start at 69% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Breeze Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $69. Frontier flights start at $90 while deals on Delta start at $138 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Richmond to New Orleans?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $117. While the most popular route (Richmond Byrd Intl - New Orleans Louis Armstrong) can be booked for $96 on average, our data indicates $301 when flying from Richmond to New Orleans.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to New Orleans (average of $276). Flying from Richmond to New Orleans in July is currently the most expensive (average of $452). 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 Richmond to New Orleans

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$110Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$128Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$138Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$224Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$254Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$287Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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