New Orleans

$43+ Cheap flights from the United States 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 11/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MSY
Nov 29 — Dec 61
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Cheap flight deals from USA to New Orleans

Keep the following information in mind while searching for USA to New Orleans flight deals. Data was last updated October 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$97
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$43
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$293

Good round-trip deal

$97 or less

Good one-way deal

$63 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for New York (NYC)-New Orleans Louis Armstrong flight deals.
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From USA to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
One-way flight from USA to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($25 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from USA to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from USA to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/85:37 pmDFW - MSY
Nonstop1h 23mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/115:15 amMSY - DFW
Nonstop1h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$97
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Fri 11/148:15 amDFW - MSY
Nonstop1h 23mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/154:21 pmMSY - DFW
Nonstop1h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/28$98
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/1510:26 amDFW - MSY
1 stop8h 00mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/188:29 amMSY - DFW
1 stop9h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/28$99
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Tue 11/115:15 amDFW - MSY
1 stop7h 47mSpirit Airlines
Fri 11/1410:33 amMSY - DFW
Nonstop1h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/28$105
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Sun 11/164:06 pmDFW - MSY
Nonstop1h 23mSpirit Airlines
Wed 11/1911:32 amMSY - DFW
1 stop11h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/28$110
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/410:38 pmDFW - MSY
1 stop13h 46mFrontier
Mon 12/81:53 pmMSY - DFW
1 stop21h 14mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$111
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/148:15 amDFW - MSY
Nonstop1h 23mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/188:29 amMSY - DFW
1 stop9h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$115
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Thu 11/134:06 pmDFW - MSY
Nonstop1h 23mSpirit Airlines
Mon 11/178:29 amMSY - DFW
1 stop9h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$116
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Thu 11/134:06 pmDFW - MSY
Nonstop1h 23mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/154:21 pmMSY - DFW
Nonstop1h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/29$117
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Wed 12/310:05 amLAX - MSY
Nonstop3h 37mSpirit Airlines
Sat 12/66:04 amMSY - LAX
Nonstop4h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/29$119
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Tue 12/211:44 pmLAX - MSY
1 stop10h 21mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/86:15 amMSY - LAX
Nonstop4h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/28$120
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Tue 12/211:44 pmLAX - MSY
1 stop10h 21mSpirit Airlines
Sat 12/66:04 amMSY - LAX
Nonstop4h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$121

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Customize your flight search to find flights from USA 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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United States to New Orleans that are best for you.

Fly from

USA

Fly to

New Orleans

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/24

1:03 pm-3:24 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 11/28

9:48 am-12:08 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$148

Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Mon 12/8

2:40 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop5h 15m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 12/11

5:40 am-9:30 am

1 stop5h 50m

$157

Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Wed 12/3

7:00 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 12/9

3:11 pm-5:35 pm

Nonstop4h 24m

$157

DallasNew Orleans

DFW - MSY

DFWMSY

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 2/15

5:20 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop6h 08m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 2/19

7:09 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop4h 06m

$157

BostonNew Orleans

BOS - MSY

BOSMSY

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 12/9

9:02 am-11:57 am

Nonstop3h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 12/12

6:20 pm-10:31 pm

Nonstop3h 11m

$157

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/8

1:55 pm-4:16 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 11/11

1:55 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$157

Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Thu 12/11

2:40 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop5h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 12/15

5:20 am-9:45 am

1 stop6h 25m

$157

Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Fri 12/5

6:20 pm-11:54 pm

Nonstop3h 34m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 12/8

6:31 pm-8:56 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

$157

Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Tue 12/16

3:10 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop5h 20m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 1/10

6:00 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$157

DallasNew Orleans

DFW - MSY

DFWMSY

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 12/15

5:19 am-10:58 am

1 stop5h 39m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 12/15

5:37 pm-12:26 am

1 stop6h 49m

$157

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to New Orleans (average of $22). Flying from USA to New Orleans in June is currently the most expensive (average of $71). 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 US to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from USA 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 October 30, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from USA to New Orleans is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 25% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from USA to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on October 26, 2025.

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

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Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seats offer 11 inches more legroom, ideal for comfort on short flights.


Spirit's Saver$ Club offers rotating deals and discounts on luggage and seats.

American Airlines

American Airlines offers Main Cabin Extra with more legroom, enhancing comfort on medium-haul flights.


American Airlines' Flagship Business offers lie-flat seats and priority boarding, ideal for comfort.

Delta

Delta offers free Wi-Fi on most domestic flights for SkyMiles members, enhancing connectivity.


Delta Comfort Plus seats offer extra legroom and earlier boarding, ideal for medium-haul flights.

Read more about Deltaby Harriet Baskas
United Airlines

United Economy Plus offers extra legroom seats, enhancing comfort on medium-haul flights.


United's Basic Economy allows a personal item but no carry-on, unlike most competitors.

JetBlue

JetBlue's Even More Space seats offer up to 38 inches of legroom, ideal for taller travelers.


JetBlue offers free onboard Wi-Fi and seatback screens, enhancing in-flight entertainment.

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Frontier

Frontier's UpFront Plus guarantees an empty middle seat, enhancing comfort for a fee.


Frontier offers no in-flight entertainment; bring your own device for medium-haul flights.

Read more about Frontierby Marisa Garcia
Airports
MSY

For quick access to downtown, taxis offer a flat rate fare and are usually cheaper than rideshares, reducing wait times.

Read more about MSYby Brandon Schultz
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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 October 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from the United States 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.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to New Orleans from United States?

    Most people fly into New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) if they book a flight to New Orleans from United States. Louis Armstrong is conveniently located just 11.4 mi from New Orleans’s city center.

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

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

    Departing from USA to New Orleans will take you 2h 21m. USA and New Orleans are separated by a distance of 838 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $49 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $64 and United Airlines from $79 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from USA to New Orleans?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from USA to New Orleans?

    Consider Spirit Airlines (96%), WestJet (87%) or Delta (87%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from USA to New Orleans.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from USA to New Orleans? While on average our users pay $531, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $58. The most popular route (Newark - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), is priced around $86.

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to New Orleans (average of $22). Flying from USA to New Orleans in June is currently the most expensive (average of $71). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$50Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$58Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$78Average$194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$91Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$101Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$151Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$166Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$167Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$241Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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