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$64+ 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 9/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — RIC
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
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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 79 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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$128
(Breeze Airways)

One-way from

$64
(Breeze Airways)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$304

Good one-way deal

$108 or less
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 July 29, 2025.

This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 9/118:30 amMSY - RIC
Nonstop2h 14mBreeze Airways
Sun 9/144:25 pmRIC - MSY
Nonstop2h 46mBreeze Airways
Deal found 7/28$128
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 10/98:30 amMSY - RIC
Nonstop2h 14mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/146:40 pmRIC - MSY
1 stop6h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$148
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/145:20 amMSY - RIC
1 stop6h 35mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/182:00 pmRIC - MSY
1 stop9h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/28$149

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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

Thu 9/11

8:30 am-11:44 am

Nonstop2h 14m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 9/14

4:25 pm-6:11 pm

Nonstop2h 46m

$128

New OrleansRichmond

MSY - RIC

MSYRIC

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/9

8:30 am-11:44 am

Nonstop2h 14m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 10/14

6:40 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$148

New OrleansRichmond

MSY - RIC

MSYRIC

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 8/14

5:20 am-12:55 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 8/18

2:00 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop9h 28m

$149

New OrleansRichmond

MSY - RIC

MSYRIC

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 9/11

8:30 am-11:44 am

Nonstop2h 14m

$64

New OrleansRichmond

MSY - RIC

MSYRIC

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 9/11

5:00 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$68

New OrleansRichmond

MSY - RIC

MSYRIC

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 8/13

5:07 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop4h 52m

$139

New OrleansRichmond

MSY - RIC

MSYRIC

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 8/4

6:15 am-8:41 am

3 stops25h 26m

$352

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Deals found on 7/28

Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Richmond

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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 July 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 March is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 July 29, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 1% on flights from New Orleans to Richmond by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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

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

Baltimore (BWI) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from New Orleans to Richmond on Cheapflights.

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

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

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $335.

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

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

Flights via Baltimore (BWI) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 1h 35m.

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

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

Flights via Baltimore (BWI) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 50m.

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 July 29, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, American Airlines, and Spirit Airlines from New Orleans to Richmond have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.0
Very good
190 reviews

Food

6.7

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
Breeze Airways
8.0
Very good
190 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.0
Very good
190 reviews

Food

6.7

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.0
Very good
190 reviews

Food

6.7

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,044 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.0
Very good
190 reviews

Food

6.7

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!

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?

    The New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Richmond Byrd Intl flight path was viewed by 8 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    According to our current data, Breeze Airways ($128), and Spirit Airlines ($149) offers the cheapest pricing from New Orleans to Richmond. Breeze Airways is priced at 58% 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 Breeze Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $64. Users have also found prices from $68 and $139 on Spirit Airlines 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 $128 on average our data indicates $134 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 March is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$83Average$186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$118Average$263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$196Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$213Average$339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$218Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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