Raleigh

$57+ Cheap flights from New Orleans to Raleigh (MSY - RDU)

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MSY — RDU
Jan 3 — Jan 101
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Raleigh-Durham are usually found in July or September, booked 20 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Raleigh

Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Raleigh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Raleigh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 4, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Thu 12/112:02 pmMSY - RDU
1 stop17h 21mFrontier
Mon 12/1512:55 pmRDU - MSY
1 stop4h 32mFrontier
Deal found 12/2$172
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1111:12 amMSY - RDU
1 stop7h 00mBreeze Airways
Wed 12/173:39 pmRDU - MSY
Nonstop2h 26mBreeze Airways
Deal found 12/3$173
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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.
Thu 12/1111:12 amMSY - RDU
1 stop7h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/186:00 amRDU - MSY
1 stop11h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/4$180
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/134:58 pmMSY - RDU
1 stop6h 14mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/1512:55 pmRDU - MSY
1 stop4h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Sun 12/145:12 pmMSY - RDU
1 stop17h 48mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/121:40 pmRDU - MSY
1 stop10h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$182
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Sat 12/205:40 pmMSY - RDU
1 stop13h 48mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/305:50 pmRDU - MSY
1 stop7h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$185
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/305:05 pmMSY - RDU
1 stop6h 08mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/25:50 pmRDU - MSY
1 stop7h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$187
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/196:40 amMSY - RDU
1 stop9h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/112:55 pmRDU - MSY
1 stop4h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$188
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/158:30 amMSY - RDU
Nonstop2h 03mBreeze Airways
Wed 12/173:39 pmRDU - MSY
Nonstop2h 26mBreeze Airways
Deal found 12/3$191
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Thu 12/119:00 amMSY - RDU
Nonstop2h 03mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/156:10 amRDU - MSY
1 stop11h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$193
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/126:20 amMSY - RDU
1 stop9h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/146:00 amRDU - MSY
1 stop11h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$198

Find flight deals from New Orleans to Raleigh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to Raleigh (RDU). 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 December 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$118
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$57
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$215

Good round-trip deal

$158 or less

Good one-way deal

$87 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for New Orleans Louis Armstrong-Raleigh-Durham flight deals.
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From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Raleigh-Durham
One-way flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Raleigh-Durham
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($46 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Raleigh-Durham.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Raleigh-Durham.

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

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New OrleansRaleigh

MSY - RDU

MSYRDU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 2/22

2:28 pm-6:47 pm

1 stop27h 19m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 2/25

3:55 pm-5:23 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

$141

New OrleansRaleigh

MSY - RDU

MSYRDU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 1/28

7:10 am-10:14 am

Nonstop2h 04m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 2/3

7:10 am-9:29 pm

2 stops15h 19m

$158

New OrleansRaleigh

MSY - RDU

MSYRDU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 1/30

8:05 am-11:09 am

Nonstop2h 04m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 2/3

7:10 am-9:29 pm

2 stops15h 19m

$158

New OrleansRaleigh

MSY - RDU

MSYRDU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 1/27

7:00 am-1:59 pm

1 stop5h 59m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 2/5

6:10 am-6:00 pm

1 stop12h 50m

$158

New OrleansRaleigh

MSY - RDU

MSYRDU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 2/13

1:20 pm-5:28 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 2/19

5:01 pm-7:21 am

1 stop15h 20m

$160

New OrleansRaleigh

MSY - RDU

MSYRDU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 2/1

6:05 am-2:13 pm

1 stop7h 08m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 2/4

2:15 pm-7:41 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$166

New OrleansRaleigh

MSY - RDU

MSYRDU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 2/2

10:01 am-9:01 pm

1 stop10h 00m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 2/5

3:08 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$167

New OrleansRaleigh

MSY - RDU

MSYRDU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 1/27

7:00 am-1:59 pm

1 stop5h 59m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 2/3

2:54 pm-7:41 pm

1 stop5h 47m

$170

New OrleansRaleigh

MSY - RDU

MSYRDU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 2/14

8:15 am-11:19 am

Nonstop2h 04m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 2/19

9:09 am-4:31 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$175

New OrleansRaleigh

MSY - RDU

MSYRDU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/15

3:44 pm-12:10 am

1 stop7h 26m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 1/17

3:18 pm-7:41 pm

1 stop5h 23m

$176

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from New Orleans to Raleigh in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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-Raleigh flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on New Orleans-Raleigh flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New Orleans-Raleigh flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Raleigh flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair 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-Raleigh flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Raleigh

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Raleigh from New Orleans with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from New Orleans to Raleigh

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on November 28, 2025.

The best time to book flights from New Orleans to Raleigh is 20 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 Raleigh?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Raleigh (average of $86). Flying from New Orleans to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $156). 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 RDU?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Raleigh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 4, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New Orleans to Raleigh is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 45% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on November 29, 2025.

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

The best insider tips for New Orleans to Raleigh flights

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Airports
MSY

Expect efficient security at MSY with average wait times around 15 minutes. All concourses are connected post-security, simplifying navigation.

RDU

For easy arrivals at RDU, domestic passengers can quickly access baggage claim and pickup zones from the gate concourse.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Raleigh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Raleigh. 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 Raleigh. Reviews last updated December 4, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Orleans to Raleigh, such as Breeze Airways, Southwest, and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 15
8.0
Excellent

Lyle,Dec 2025

BDL - RSW

Seating was comfortable, crew excellent, no food or entertainment offered.

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 15
8.0
Excellent

Lyle,Dec 2025

BDL - RSW

Seating was comfortable, crew excellent, no food or entertainment offered.

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 15
8.0
Excellent

Lyle,Dec 2025

BDL - RSW

Seating was comfortable, crew excellent, no food or entertainment offered.

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 15
8.0
Excellent

Lyle,Dec 2025

BDL - RSW

Seating was comfortable, crew excellent, no food or entertainment offered.

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 15
8.0
Excellent

Lyle,Dec 2025

BDL - RSW

Seating was comfortable, crew excellent, no food or entertainment offered.

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 15
8.0
Excellent

Lyle,Dec 2025

BDL - RSW

Seating was comfortable, crew excellent, no food or entertainment offered.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Orleans to Raleigh. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How popular is this New Orleans to Raleigh flight route?

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

    A quick flight from New Orleans to Raleigh can take about 3h 08m. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $160. There are 778 mi between New Orleans and Raleigh. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $92, was found to be the cheapest airline from New Orleans to Raleigh.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and Breeze Airways. These flights start at 57% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $46. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Breeze Airways, as they are both options that can get you from New Orleans to Raleigh for a low price.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from New Orleans to Raleigh are Southwest (100%), Breeze Airways (96%) and Spirit Airlines (78%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from New Orleans to Raleigh is $71. On average you can expect to pay $167. The most popular route, (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Raleigh-Durham), can usually be booked for $118.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Raleigh (average of $86). Flying from New Orleans to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $156). 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 5 airlines flying from New Orleans to Raleigh

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$92Average$139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$98Average$265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$118Average$193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$156Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$186Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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