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$42+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to New York, NY (NYC)

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MSY — NYC
Aug 26 — Sep 21
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to New York are usually found in September or February, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to New York (NYC). 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 August 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$112
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$42
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Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$192

Good round-trip deal

$149 or less

Good one-way deal

$100 or less
From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to New York (NYC)
One-way flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to New York (NYC)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($25 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to New York (NYC).
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 21, 2025.

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Thu 9/45:44 pmMSY - EWR
1 stop4h 45mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/75:00 pmEWR - MSY
Nonstop3h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/21$110
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Tue 9/166:30 amMSY - LGA
1 stop8h 29mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/1710:59 amLGA - MSY
1 stop8h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/21$112
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Thu 9/188:13 pmMSY - EWR
Nonstop3h 12mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/215:00 pmEWR - MSY
Nonstop3h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/21$116
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Thu 10/237:34 pmMSY - EWR
Nonstop2h 55mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/266:00 pmEWR - MSY
Nonstop3h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/20$120
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Sat 9/136:30 amMSY - EWR
1 stop7h 25mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/176:56 pmEWR - MSY
1 stop5h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/20$124
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Tue 9/168:19 pmMSY - EWR
1 stop11h 41mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/176:56 pmEWR - MSY
1 stop5h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/21$125
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Thu 10/28:13 pmMSY - EWR
Nonstop3h 12mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/56:00 pmEWR - MSY
Nonstop3h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/21$126
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Thu 9/46:55 pmMSY - LGA
Nonstop3h 07mDelta
Mon 9/83:30 pmLGA - MSY
Nonstop3h 28mDelta
Deal found 8/20$127
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Sat 10/43:22 pmMSY - JFK
Nonstop3h 07mJetBlue
Wed 10/87:40 amJFK - MSY
Nonstop3h 09mJetBlue
Deal found 8/19$127
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Fri 9/128:19 pmMSY - LGA
1 stop12h 41mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/168:49 amLGA - MSY
1 stop12h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/21$128
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Thu 10/306:30 amMSY - JFK
Nonstop2h 59mJetBlue
Wed 11/54:30 pmJFK - MSY
Nonstop3h 35mJetBlue
Deal found 8/19$128
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Fri 10/171:18 pmMSY - EWR
Nonstop2h 58mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/196:00 pmEWR - MSY
Nonstop3h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/21$128

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to New York that are best for you.

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New OrleansNewark

MSY - EWR

MSYEWR

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 9/18

8:13 pm-12:25 am

Nonstop3h 12m

Newark

Sun 9/21

5:00 pm-7:18 pm

Nonstop3h 18m

$116

New OrleansNewark

MSY - EWR

MSYEWR

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 9/11

8:13 pm-12:25 am

Nonstop3h 12m

Newark

Sun 9/14

5:00 pm-7:18 pm

Nonstop3h 18m

$116

New OrleansNewark

MSY - EWR

MSYEWR

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 9/4

5:44 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop4h 45m

Newark

Sun 9/7

5:00 pm-7:18 pm

Nonstop3h 18m

$117

New OrleansNewark

MSY - EWR

MSYEWR

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/23

7:35 pm-11:35 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Newark

Sun 10/26

6:00 pm-8:22 pm

Nonstop3h 22m

$120

New OrleansNew York

MSY - LGA

MSYLGA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/29

6:50 pm-10:52 pm

Nonstop3h 02m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 10/2

7:25 am-9:35 am

Nonstop3h 10m

$127

New OrleansNew York

MSY - LGA

MSYLGA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/9

5:05 pm-8:57 pm

Nonstop2h 52m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 10/13

1:55 pm-4:09 pm

Nonstop3h 14m

$127

New OrleansNew York

MSY - LGA

MSYLGA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 10/29

12:30 pm-4:20 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 11/3

5:55 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

$127

New OrleansNew York

MSY - JFK

MSYJFK

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 10/15

10:34 am-2:34 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 10/20

7:40 am-9:49 am

Nonstop3h 09m

$127

New OrleansNew York

MSY - LGA

MSYLGA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 10/17

5:05 pm-8:57 pm

Nonstop2h 52m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 10/21

1:55 pm-4:09 pm

Nonstop3h 14m

$127

New OrleansNew York

MSY - LGA

MSYLGA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 9/10

6:55 pm-11:02 pm

Nonstop3h 07m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 9/11

7:25 am-9:35 am

Nonstop3h 10m

$127

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Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seats offer 11 extra inches of legroom, ideal for comfort on medium-haul flights.


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


United's MileagePlus pooling allows sharing miles with family, maximizing rewards.

Airports
MSY

MSY's single TSA checkpoint keeps wait times around 15 minutes. Plan accordingly for efficient security clearance.

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EWR

For a quick trip to NYC, take the AirTrain to NJ Transit for a 45-minute journey to Penn Station.

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LGA

From LGA, the M60 bus connects to 11 subway lines, offering easy access to Manhattan neighborhoods.

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Brandon Schultz

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Expert on EWR, MSY and LGA

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Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to New York

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New York from New Orleans with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Orleans to New York

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New Orleans to New York. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

The best time to book flights from New Orleans to New York is 72 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 New Orleans to New York?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to New York (average of $236). Flying from New Orleans to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $313). 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 MSY to NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 21, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from New Orleans to New York in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 40% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New Orleans to New York. Price data was last updated on August 17, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from New Orleans to New York

Explore weekly flight availability from New Orleans to New York. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated August 21, 2025.

The most flights from MSY to NYC are scheduled on a Thursday (33 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from New Orleans to New York?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from New Orleans to New York chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Boston (BOS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from New Orleans to New York on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from New Orleans to New York?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from New Orleans to New York, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Boston (BOS) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $331.

What’s the fastest layover option from New Orleans to New York?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from New Orleans to New York, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Seattle (SEA) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 14h 30m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from New Orleans to New York?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from New Orleans to New York, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Seattle (SEA) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 21m.

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 York. Reviews last updated August 21, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from New Orleans to New York 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.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Orleans to New York. 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 from for flights from New Orleans to New York?

    If you book a flight to New York from New Orleans, you will be flying from Louis Armstrong, which is the city’s only airport. New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is located 11.4 mi from the center of New Orleans. There are 23 flights from Louis Armstrong to New York per day from 6 different airlines.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from New Orleans to New York in 2h 52m. Fly via Spirit Airlines, Delta, or American Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 1182 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from New Orleans to New York round-trip from $60. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are JetBlue, from $87, and Delta, from $100. You may be able to fly from New Orleans to New York for 68% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from New Orleans to New York are Spirit Airlines ($42), Southwest ($74), and JetBlue ($74).

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

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from New Orleans to New York are Kenya Airways (77%), LATAM Airlines (74%) and Scandinavian Airlines (69%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $224 for a flight from New Orleans to New York. The cheapest flight overall is $73 while the most popular route, (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - New York John F Kennedy Intl) is currently priced at $127.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to New York (average of $236). Flying from New Orleans to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $313). 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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Spirit AirlinesCheapest$60Average$153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$87Average$204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$100Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$137Average$265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$148Average$309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$148Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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