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RDU — MSY
Aug 26 — Sep 21
Wed 8/26
Wed 9/2
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Cheapest Southwest flights from USA to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable Southwest flight options available from USA to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares with prices last updated on July 27, 2026.

This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2010:15 am
ATL
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MSY
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Mon 8/247:15 am
MSY
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ATL
2 stops6h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 7/27$132
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/1912:50 pm
ATL
-
MSY
1 stop5h 00m
Southwest
Sat 8/229:55 am
MSY
-
ATL
1 stop7h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 7/27$137
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/243:25 pm
ATL
-
MSY
2 stops7h 25m
Southwest
Mon 8/316:10 am
MSY
-
ATL
2 stops7h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 7/27$147

Flights to New Orleans with Southwest at a glance

Find detailed information about Southwest flights from USA to New Orleans. Explore the options provided by Southwest to plan your journey from USA to New Orleans. Data last updated July 27, 2026.

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$384

Round-trip from

$132

One-way from

$49

Good one-way deal

$108 or less
Highest demand for flights to New Orleans with Southwest; 9% potential price increase.
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Average price for flights to New Orleans with Southwest (round-trip).
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  • Southwest
  • 8/20-8/24
  • 2 total stops
  • 7h 55m total
  • USA to New Orleans
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  • 10/12
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 30m total
  • USA to New Orleans
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How long is the flight to New Orleans with Southwest?

On average, Southwest flights from the United States to New Orleans take 2 hours 16 minutes. Flights to New Orleans from other popular cities in the United States will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Southwest weekly flight availability to New Orleans

The most flights to New Orleans operated by Southwest are scheduled on a Monday (53 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (32 on average).

When is the best time to book a flight to New Orleans with Southwest?

The best time to book a flight to New Orleans with Southwest is 47 days before departure. On average, fares are higher if you book on the same day as departure.

When is the cheapest time to fly to New Orleans with Southwest?

Users looking for the cheapest Southwest fares to New Orleans should consider flying on Saturday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Thursday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

FAQs about flights to New Orleans with Southwest

  • Which airport do Southwest flights arrive at when travelling to New Orleans?

    Southwest flights on this route tend to land at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport.

  • Is Southwest the cheapest airline for a flight to New Orleans?

    Flight prices will depend on many factors like date, time and cabin class so it is worth comparing flights before booking. Based on Cheapflights data the cheapest average return price for flights to New Orleans tends to be with Spirit Airlines.

  • Are there alternative airlines other than Southwest that fly to New Orleans?

    American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines all fly to New Orleans and offer an alternative to Southwest.

  • How much is a flight to New Orleans with Southwest?

    The average price for a return flight with Southwest is $419; with a one-way flight around $258.

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