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$34+ Cheap flights from New Orleans to Tampa (MSY - TPA)

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MSY — TPA
Jul 8 — Jul 151
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Tampa are usually found in October or August, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

Cheap 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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$91
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$34
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$125

Good round-trip deal

$105 or less

Good one-way deal

$69 or less
From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Tampa
One-way flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Tampa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($29 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Tampa.
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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 July 3, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Thu 7/244:04 pmMSY - TPA
Nonstop1h 37mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/279:05 pmTPA - MSY
Nonstop1h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$91
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/174:04 pmMSY - TPA
Nonstop1h 37mSpirit Airlines
Mon 7/217:57 pmTPA - MSY
Nonstop1h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/3$94
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Fri 8/155:20 pmMSY - TPA
Nonstop1h 35mBreeze Airways
Sun 8/179:05 pmTPA - MSY
Nonstop1h 40mBreeze Airways
Deal found 7/3$98
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/23:10 pmMSY - TPA
2 stops6h 10mSouthwest
Mon 10/66:10 pmTPA - MSY
Nonstop1h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 6/30$152

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MSY - TPA

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New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 7/24

4:04 pm-6:41 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

Tampa

Sun 7/27

9:05 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$91

New OrleansTampa

MSY - TPA

MSYTPA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 7/17

4:04 pm-6:41 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

Tampa

Mon 7/21

7:57 pm-8:39 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$94

New OrleansTampa

MSY - TPA

MSYTPA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 8/15

5:20 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Tampa

Sun 8/17

9:05 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$98

New OrleansTampa

MSY - TPA

MSYTPA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 9/26

3:25 pm-6:02 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$34

New OrleansTampa

MSY - TPA

MSYTPA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 9/14

4:51 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop5h 17m

$44

New OrleansTampa

MSY - TPA

MSYTPA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 8/8

5:20 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$49

New OrleansTampa

MSY - TPA

MSYTPA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 9/9

8:35 am-11:10 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$69

New OrleansTampa

MSY - TPA

MSYTPA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 8/6

6:25 am-12:36 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$74

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Deals found on 7/3

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MSY's TSA security checkpoint averages a 15-minute wait, making it efficient for early morning flights to TPA.

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Read more about TPAby Ramsey Qubein
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Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Tampa

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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 June 27, 2025.

The best time to book flights from New Orleans to Tampa is 82 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Tampa (average of $208). Flying from New Orleans to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $270). 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 July 3, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from New Orleans to Tampa in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 44% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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

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

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

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 July 3, 2025.
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.

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

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!

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

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!

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

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

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

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!

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

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!

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

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 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 is 1 outbound flight from Louis Armstrong to Tampa offered by 5 different airlines.

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

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

    Currently priced at $94, 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. Check Cheapflights for deals on Breeze Airways for as low as $98. These flights start at 47% 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 $34 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $44 and Breeze Airways from $49 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 Spirit Airlines (86%), Breeze Airways (83%) and Southwest (67%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $49. While the most popular route (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Tampa) can be booked for $70 on average our data indicates $140 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Tampa (average of $208). Flying from New Orleans to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $270). 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 Tampa

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$61Average$133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$78Average$106FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$120Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$156Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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