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$249+ Cheap flights from Waterloo, IA to New Orleans (ALO - MSY)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALO — MSY
oct. 16 — oct. 231
jeu. 10/16
jeu. 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Waterloo (ALO) 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 septembre 16, 2025.

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$249
(American Airlines)
From Waterloo to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
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This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 11/73:28 pmALO - MSY
1 stop7h 46mAmerican Airlines
mer. 11/121:14 pmMSY - ALO
1 stop6h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$249
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 11/63:28 pmALO - MSY
1 stop7h 46mAmerican Airlines
mer. 11/121:14 pmMSY - ALO
1 stop6h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$363
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
mer. 10/14:59 pmALO - MSY
1 stop6h 02mAmerican Airlines
dim. 10/55:20 amMSY - ALO
2 stops9h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$375
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sam. 9/276:00 amALO - MSY
1 stop6h 26mAmerican Airlines
mer. 10/15:20 amMSY - ALO
2 stops11h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$478
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 11/73:28 pmALO - MSY
1 stop7h 46mAmerican Airlines
dim. 11/95:15 amMSY - ALO
2 stops9h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$482

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WaterlooNew Orleans

ALO - MSY

ALOMSY

Waterloo

jeu. 11/6

3:28 pm-11:14 pm

1 stop7h 46m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mer. 11/12

1:14 pm-7:57 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$363

WaterlooNew Orleans

ALO - MSY

ALOMSY

Waterloo

ven. 11/7

3:28 pm-11:14 pm

1 stop7h 46m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mer. 11/12

1:14 pm-7:57 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$363

WaterlooNew Orleans

ALO - MSY

ALOMSY

Waterloo

mer. 2/11

6:00 am-10:42 am

1 stop4h 42m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

lun. 2/16

5:22 am-2:20 pm

2 stops8h 58m

$460

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Waterloo, Iowa to New Orleans?

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

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 septembre 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines from Waterloo 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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.2

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.2

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Waterloo, Iowa to New Orleans?

    There are many flights that can get you from Waterloo, Iowa to New Orleans in 7h 46m. Fly via American Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 876 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Waterloo, Iowa to New Orleans round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Waterloo, Iowa to New Orleans round-trip from $308.

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Waterloo 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 Waterloo, Iowa to New Orleans?

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