How long is the flight from Rochester to New Orleans?

American Airlines, Delta, and Southwest can get you from Rochester to New Orleans in just under 5h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 15m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1141 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

According to our current data, Breeze Airways ($78), JetBlue ($114), and Spirit Airlines ($146) offers the cheapest pricing from Rochester to New Orleans. These flights start at 77% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Orleans ranges from 3.3 - 6.4 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.4 in. October is typically the driest time to visit New Orleans when rainfall is around 3.3 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Orleans, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Rochester to New Orleans?

The most popular airlines flying from Rochester to New Orleans are American Airlines, JetBlue and Delta. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Rochester to New Orleans?

Flying to your destination on a Thursday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to New Orleans. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Rochester to New Orleans?

Users have found that booking a flight from Rochester to New Orleans at least 28 days early can save you up to 96% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 28 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Rochester to New Orleans for as little as $318 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $515 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Rochester to New Orleans?

Flights from Rochester to New Orleans lean towards being more expensive in February. Prices are generally better when you fly from Rochester to New Orleans in June, with the cheapest ticket starting at $108.

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

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

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Thu 11/276:37 amROC - MSY

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$208

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1 stop4h 25mSouthwest

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$273

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Thu 11/276:37 amROC - MSY

1 stop8h 30mAmerican Airlines

Sat 12/63:29 pmMSY - ROC

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Deal found 9/12

$208

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$263

One-way flights from Rochester to New Orleans
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$92

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Thu 11/27

6:37 am-2:07 pm

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Sat 12/6

3:29 pm-10:04 pm

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Sat 10/4

5:55 pm-11:15 pm

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Mon 10/6

6:45 pm-12:17 am

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Tue 2/24

5:30 am-10:43 am

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New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 2/25

11:10 am-6:03 pm

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Tue 12/9

6:25 pm-10:40 pm

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New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 12/19

5:50 am-12:55 pm

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$257

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ROC - MSY

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Tue 12/9

6:30 am-4:01 pm

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New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 12/19

7:00 am-4:20 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$259

RochesterNew Orleans

ROC - MSY

ROCMSY

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Wed 12/24

6:15 am-10:26 am

1 stop5h 11m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 12/28

6:15 am-11:45 am

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Tue 9/30

10:32 am-5:43 pm

2 stops8h 11m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 11/1

5:15 am-1:36 pm

2 stops7h 21m

$286

RochesterNew Orleans

ROC - MSY

ROCMSY

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Fri 10/31

6:00 am-7:05 pm

1 stop14h 05m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 11/3

6:30 am-3:10 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$287

RochesterNew Orleans

ROC - MSY

ROCMSY

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Mon 12/22

6:58 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop5h 39m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 12/28

6:15 am-11:45 am

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RochesterNew Orleans

ROC - MSY

ROCMSY

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

Thu 10/23

11:33 am-6:50 pm

1 stop8h 17m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 10/26

9:07 am-8:48 pm

1 stop10h 41m

$293

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

The best time to book flights from Rochester to New Orleans is 27 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 Rochester to New Orleans?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Rochester 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 ROC to MSY?

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 20% on flights from Rochester to New Orleans by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Rochester to New Orleans?

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

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Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Rochester to New Orleans by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,245 reviews

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

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

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

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

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

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

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How long is the flight from Rochester to New Orleans?
American Airlines, Delta, and Southwest can get you from Rochester to New Orleans in just under 5h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 15m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1141 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Rochester to New Orleans round-trip?
According to our current data, Breeze Airways ($78), JetBlue ($114), and Spirit Airlines ($146) offers the cheapest pricing from Rochester to New Orleans. These flights start at 77% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
Can I find deals for flights from Rochester to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Rochester to New Orleans flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Rochester to New Orleans?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Rochester to New Orleans.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Rochester to New Orleans?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rochester 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 Rochester to New Orleans?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Rochester 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 7 airlines flying from Rochester to New Orleans

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Breeze Airways	Cheapest$78	Average$220	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
JetBlue	Cheapest$114	Average$291	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$144	Average$198	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
American Airlines	Cheapest$190	Average$378	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Delta	Cheapest$256	Average$370	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
United Airlines	Cheapest$258	Average$450	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Southwest	Cheapest$272	Average$523	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%

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