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$28+ Cheap flights from New Orleans to Tampa (MSY - TPA)

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MSY — TPA
Feb 22 — Mar 11
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Tampa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Tampa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 23, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 2/218:20 am
MSY
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TPA
Nonstop1h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/245:40 pm
TPA
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MSY
Nonstop1h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/22$77
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Wed 2/113:43 pm
MSY
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TPA
Nonstop1h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/166:15 am
TPA
-
MSY
Nonstop1h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/22$79
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Fri 2/275:06 pm
MSY
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TPA
Nonstop1h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/15:40 pm
TPA
-
MSY
Nonstop1h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/22$80
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Fri 2/63:26 pm
MSY
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TPA
Nonstop1h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 2/85:56 pm
TPA
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MSY
Nonstop1h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$81
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Fri 2/203:30 pm
MSY
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TPA
Nonstop1h 33m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 2/245:40 pm
TPA
-
MSY
Nonstop1h 51m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/21$82
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Fri 2/203:30 pm
MSY
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TPA
Nonstop1h 33m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 2/215:40 pm
TPA
-
MSY
Nonstop1h 51m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/21$83
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Thu 2/263:30 pm
MSY
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TPA
Nonstop1h 33m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 3/15:40 pm
TPA
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MSY
Nonstop1h 51m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/22$84
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 2/123:30 pm
MSY
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TPA
Nonstop1h 33m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 2/155:40 pm
TPA
-
MSY
Nonstop1h 51m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/22$85
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Thu 2/56:05 am
MSY
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TPA
1 stop10h 28m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 2/95:56 pm
TPA
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MSY
Nonstop1h 51m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/21$87
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/128:15 am
MSY
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TPA
Nonstop1h 37m
Breeze Airways
Sun 2/154:32 pm
TPA
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MSY
Nonstop1h 38m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 1/21$89

Find flight deals from New Orleans to Tampa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to Tampa (TPA). 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 January 23, 2026.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$77
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$28
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$157

Good round-trip deal

$96 or less

Good one-way deal

$76 or less
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From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Tampa
One-way flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Tampa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($23 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Tampa.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Tampa.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans to Tampa 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 January 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Tampa that are best for you.

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MSY - TPA

MSYTPA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 2/13

8:16 am-10:52 am

Nonstop1h 36m

Tampa

Sun 2/15

5:40 pm-6:31 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

$77

New OrleansTampa

MSY - TPA

MSYTPA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 2/12

8:15 am-10:52 am

Nonstop1h 37m

Tampa

Sun 2/15

4:32 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$89

New OrleansTampa

MSY - TPA

MSYTPA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 2/5

8:15 am-10:52 am

Nonstop1h 37m

Tampa

Mon 2/9

3:48 pm-4:26 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$93

New OrleansTampa

MSY - TPA

MSYTPA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 2/12

10:15 am-5:33 pm

1 stop6h 18m

Tampa

Mon 2/16

5:40 pm-6:31 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

$98

New OrleansTampa

MSY - TPA

MSYTPA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 2/21

6:20 am-5:33 pm

1 stop10h 13m

Tampa

Mon 2/23

5:40 pm-6:31 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

$98

New OrleansTampa

MSY - TPA

MSYTPA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 2/13

5:06 pm-7:43 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

Tampa

Sun 2/15

4:32 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$118

New OrleansTampa

MSY - TPA

MSYTPA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 3/1

6:20 am-7:35 am

1 stop24h 15m

Tampa

Wed 3/4

6:17 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$132

New OrleansTampa

MSY - TPA

MSYTPA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 3/2

6:20 am-5:33 pm

1 stop10h 13m

Tampa

Wed 3/4

9:55 pm-8:21 am

1 stop11h 26m

$133

New OrleansTampa

MSY - TPA

MSYTPA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 2/3

3:43 pm-6:16 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Tampa

Tue 2/10

5:56 pm-6:47 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

$133

New OrleansTampa

MSY - TPA

MSYTPA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 2/20

5:06 pm-7:43 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

Tampa

Sun 2/22

4:32 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$138

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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 Tampa in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice 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-Tampa flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on New Orleans-Tampa flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New Orleans-Tampa flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Tampa 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-Tampa 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 Tampa

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Tampa. Price data was last updated on January 16, 2026.

The best time to book flights from New Orleans to Tampa is 90 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 Tampa?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Tampa (average of $44). Flying from New Orleans to Tampa in November is currently the most expensive (average of $79). 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 TPA?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Tampa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 23, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from New Orleans to Tampa in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 49% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on MSY

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Ramsey Qubein

Expert on TPA

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Reviews of airlines servicing Tampa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tampa. 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 Tampa. Reviews last updated January 23, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Southwest, and Delta from New Orleans to Tampa 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.

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 17
2.0
Mediocre

Justine,Jan 2026

RDU - MCO

1/10, I have never experienced the amount of delays, my flight was supposed to board at 8:34pm, we didn’t board until 3:35am from RDU. The staff got rude and very disrespectful when you asked what was going on it was like we didn’t board until something wrong or were pestering them for answers. I was 1 question 1 time, they were not communicating with us at all. So when our plane was now 6+ hrs delayed and nothing was being said to us .. yeah I think we have a right to ask a question. Everything took so long and was such a process; I have never experienced this before and I’m a frequent flyer, breeze makes spirit airlines look like a 100/10 airline.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Orleans to Tampa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from New Orleans to Tampa?

    To fly from New Orleans to Tampa, you need to book a flight from Louis Armstrong (MSY) to Tampa (TPA). Nonstop flights to Tampa from New Orleans Louis Armstrong take 1h 30m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 2 outbound flights from Louis Armstrong to Tampa offered by 5 different airlines.

  • How popular is this New Orleans to Tampa flight route?

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

    Airlines like Breeze Airways and Spirit Airlines fly from New Orleans to Tampa in about 1h 37m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 41m. New Orleans and Tampa are separated by a distance of 487 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently priced at $48, Spirit Airlines will fly you from New Orleans to Tampa and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Breeze Airways and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $69 and $94, respectively. These flights start at 73% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $31 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Breeze Airways from $48 and Southwest from $73 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from New Orleans to Tampa are United Airlines (100%), Breeze Airways (94%) and Spirit Airlines (76%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $48. While the most popular route (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Tampa) can be booked for $58 on average, our data indicates $130 when flying from New Orleans to Tampa.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Tampa (average of $44). Flying from New Orleans to Tampa in November is currently the most expensive (average of $79). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$48Average$131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$69Average$120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$94Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$127Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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