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$73+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Columbus (CMH)

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 2/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — CMH
feb. 5 — feb. 121
jue. 2/5
jue. 2/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to Columbus (CMH). 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 enero 6, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$136
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$73
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$386
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 6, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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.
mar. 2/248:30 amMSY - CMH
1 stop4h 11mBreeze Airways
sáb. 2/283:44 pmCMH - MSY
1 stop4h 36mBreeze Airways
Deal found 1/3$136
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
vie. 2/67:42 pmMSY - CMH
1 stop12h 58mSpirit Airlines
mar. 2/105:45 amCMH - MSY
1 stop16h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/6$145
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
jue. 1/2211:02 amMSY - CMH
1 stop6h 31mFrontier
lun. 1/2612:03 pmCMH - MSY
1 stop6h 57mFrontier
Deal found 1/5$160
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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.
vie. 1/237:42 pmMSY - CMH
2 stops38h 05mMultiple Airlines
lun. 1/2610:40 amCMH - MSY
1 stop11h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/3$167
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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.
dom. 2/19:00 amMSY - CMH
1 stop23h 40mSpirit Airlines
dom. 2/810:40 amCMH - MSY
1 stop22h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/4$179
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 2/1712:14 pmMSY - CMH
1 stop10h 39mSpirit Airlines
mié. 2/186:15 amCMH - MSY
1 stop8h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/5$180
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 1/236:05 amMSY - CMH
1 stop16h 22mSpirit Airlines
lun. 1/2610:40 amCMH - MSY
1 stop11h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/3$190
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
vie. 1/237:42 pmMSY - CMH
1 stop26h 45mMultiple Airlines
dom. 1/2512:03 pmCMH - MSY
1 stop6h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$212
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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.
dom. 2/17:42 pmMSY - CMH
2 stops14h 05mMultiple Airlines
dom. 2/812:08 pmCMH - MSY
1 stop6h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/4$229

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans to Columbus 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 enero 6, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

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Columbus

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Depart

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Price

New OrleansColumbus

MSY - CMH

MSYCMH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mar. 2/24

8:30 am-1:41 pm

1 stop4h 11m

Columbus

sáb. 2/28

3:44 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop4h 36m

$136

New OrleansColumbus

MSY - CMH

MSYCMH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

vie. 2/6

7:42 pm-9:40 am

1 stop12h 58m

Columbus

mar. 2/10

5:45 am-9:29 pm

1 stop16h 44m

$145

New OrleansColumbus

MSY - CMH

MSYCMH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mié. 1/21

7:42 pm-10:47 am

2 stops38h 05m

Columbus

dom. 1/25

12:03 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$157

New OrleansColumbus

MSY - CMH

MSYCMH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

dom. 2/1

9:00 am-9:40 am

1 stop23h 40m

Columbus

dom. 2/8

12:08 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop6h 52m

$167

New OrleansColumbus

MSY - CMH

MSYCMH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mar. 2/24

8:36 pm-11:32 pm

2 stops25h 56m

Columbus

sáb. 2/28

3:44 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop4h 36m

$167

New OrleansColumbus

MSY - CMH

MSYCMH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mar. 2/17

12:14 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop10h 39m

Columbus

mié. 2/18

6:15 am-1:15 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$179

New OrleansColumbus

MSY - CMH

MSYCMH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

vie. 2/20

7:27 pm-10:20 am

1 stop13h 53m

Columbus

dom. 2/22

11:17 am-5:06 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$181

New OrleansColumbus

MSY - CMH

MSYCMH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mié. 1/21

6:05 am-11:19 pm

3 stops16h 14m

Columbus

dom. 1/25

10:40 am-9:29 pm

1 stop11h 49m

$197

New OrleansColumbus

MSY - CMH

MSYCMH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

vie. 1/23

6:05 am-11:19 pm

3 stops16h 14m

Columbus

lun. 1/26

6:06 am-9:29 pm

2 stops16h 23m

$231

New OrleansColumbus

MSY - CMH

MSYCMH

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

lun. 2/2

7:42 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop26h 45m

$73

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Compare providers for flights from New Orleans to Columbus

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from New Orleans to Columbus in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice 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 New Orleans-Columbus Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on New Orleans-Columbus Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New Orleans-Columbus Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Columbus Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 New Orleans-Columbus Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Columbus Airport (average of $54). Flying from New Orleans to Columbus Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $303). 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 Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. 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 Columbus. Reviews last updated enero 6, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and Spirit Airlines from New Orleans to Columbus Airport. 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,020 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,282 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Columbus 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 0 flights from Louis Armstrong to Columbus per day from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from New Orleans to Columbus Airport?

    Departing from New Orleans to Columbus Airport will take you 4h 11m. The distance from New Orleans to Columbus Airport is about 807 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from New Orleans to Columbus Airport is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $61 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Southwest, starting at $258 and $314 round-trip. These flights start at 79% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $54. Users have also found prices from $118 and $125 on Delta and Southwest, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans to Columbus 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 Columbus Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Columbus Airport (average of $54). Flying from New Orleans to Columbus Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $303). 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 3 airlines flying from New Orleans to Columbus

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Columbus. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated enero 6, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$95Average$173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$281Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$314Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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