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$77+ Cheap flights from New Orleans to Richmond (MSY - RIC)

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 5/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — RIC
May 6 — May 131
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Richmond Byrd Intl are usually found in February or January, booked 30 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Richmond

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to Richmond (RIC). 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 May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$152
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$77
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$245

Good round-trip deal

$218 or less

Good one-way deal

$184 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for New Orleans Louis Armstrong-Richmond Byrd Intl flight deals.
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From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Richmond Byrd Intl
One-way flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Richmond Byrd Intl
High demand for flights, 8% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Richmond Byrd Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Richmond Byrd Intl.

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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Richmond
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Richmond. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/49:19 amMSY - RIC
1 stop10h 27mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/96:00 amRIC - MSY
1 stop4h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$152
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/219:24 amMSY - RIC
1 stop10h 22mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/255:33 pmRIC - MSY
Nonstop2h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$157
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/57:00 amMSY - RIC
Nonstop2h 19mBreeze Airways
Sun 6/83:27 pmRIC - MSY
Nonstop2h 35mBreeze Airways
Deal found 4/30$189
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/215:25 amMSY - RIC
1 stop5h 12mDelta
Sat 5/241:00 pmRIC - MSY
1 stop4h 27mDelta
Deal found 4/30$254
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/291:20 pmMSY - RIC
2 stops8h 15mSouthwest
Thu 6/56:05 pmRIC - MSY
1 stop5h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$305
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/95:57 amMSY - RIC
1 stop7h 47mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/145:15 amRIC - MSY
1 stop3h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$319
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/2012:36 pmMSY - RIC
1 stop8h 44mJetBlue
Sun 5/256:00 amRIC - MSY
1 stop6h 51mJetBlue
Deal found 4/30$329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/217:00 amMSY - RIC
2 stops8h 32mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/256:30 amRIC - MSY
2 stops10h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$351

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans to Richmond 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Richmond that are best for you.

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New OrleansRichmond

MSY - RIC

MSYRIC

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 6/4

9:19 am-8:46 pm

1 stop10h 27m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 6/9

6:00 am-9:59 am

1 stop4h 59m

$152

New OrleansRichmond

MSY - RIC

MSYRIC

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 5/21

9:24 am-8:46 pm

1 stop10h 22m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 5/25

5:33 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop2h 37m

$157

New OrleansRichmond

MSY - RIC

MSYRIC

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 6/5

7:00 am-10:19 am

Nonstop2h 19m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 6/8

3:27 pm-5:02 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

$189

New OrleansRichmond

MSY - RIC

MSYRIC

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 5/21

5:25 am-11:37 am

1 stop5h 12m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 5/24

1:00 pm-4:27 pm

1 stop4h 27m

$254

New OrleansRichmond

MSY - RIC

MSYRIC

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/29

1:20 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops8h 15m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 6/5

6:05 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$305

New OrleansRichmond

MSY - RIC

MSYRIC

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/9

5:57 am-2:44 pm

1 stop7h 47m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 10/14

5:15 am-8:14 am

1 stop3h 59m

$319

New OrleansRichmond

MSY - RIC

MSYRIC

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/20

12:36 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop8h 44m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 5/25

6:00 am-11:51 am

1 stop6h 51m

$329

New OrleansRichmond

MSY - RIC

MSYRIC

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 5/21

7:00 am-4:32 pm

2 stops8h 32m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 5/25

6:30 am-4:09 pm

2 stops10h 39m

$351

New OrleansRichmond

MSY - RIC

MSYRIC

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 5/21

9:24 am-8:46 pm

1 stop10h 22m

$77

New OrleansRichmond

MSY - RIC

MSYRIC

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 6/1

7:00 am-10:19 am

Nonstop2h 19m

$99

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Compare providers for flights from New Orleans to Richmond

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 Richmond in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapOairPrice 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-Richmond flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on New Orleans-Richmond flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New Orleans-Richmond flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Richmond flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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-Richmond 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 Richmond

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Richmond. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

Booking 30 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New Orleans to Richmond. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Richmond (average of $281). Flying from New Orleans to Richmond in June is currently the most expensive (average of $367). 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 RIC?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Richmond. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 30% on flights from New Orleans to Richmond by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Rainfall in Richmond by month

Plan your trip to Richmond by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Richmond ranges from 2.8 - 4.7 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Richmond when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in Richmond by month

Plan your trip to Richmond by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Richmond, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 37.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Richmond

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Richmond. 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 Richmond. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Orleans to Richmond, such as Breeze Airways, Southwest and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
8.0
Very good

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Orleans to Richmond. 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 Richmond flight route?

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($152), Breeze Airways ($189), and Delta ($254) offers the cheapest pricing from New Orleans to Richmond. Spirit Airlines is priced at 47% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $77. Users have also found prices from $99 and $159 on Breeze Airways and American Airlines, respectively.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $99. While the most popular route (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Richmond Byrd Intl) can be booked for $163 on average our data indicates $324 when flying from New Orleans to Richmond.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Richmond (average of $281). Flying from New Orleans to Richmond in June is currently the most expensive (average of $367). 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 Richmond

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Richmond. 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$83Average$174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$118Average$280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$196Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$218Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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