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$92+ Cheap flights from Nashville to New Orleans (BNA - MSY)

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 5/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNA — MSY
May 28 — Jun 41
Thu 5/28
Thu 6/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Nashville Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in September or October, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Nashville to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nashville to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 28, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Tue 5/196:00 am
BNA
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MSY
1 stop16h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/224:25 pm
MSY
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BNA
1 stop23h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 5/305:09 pm
BNA
-
MSY
1 stop23h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/44:25 pm
MSY
-
BNA
1 stop6h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$183
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/97:00 am
BNA
-
MSY
1 stop9h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/119:55 pm
MSY
-
BNA
1 stop20h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$195
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 6/35:09 pm
BNA
-
MSY
1 stop16h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/107:00 am
MSY
-
BNA
1 stop16h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$197
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 6/47:00 am
BNA
-
MSY
1 stop8h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/85:29 pm
MSY
-
BNA
1 stop5h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$199
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/45:09 pm
BNA
-
MSY
1 stop22h 21m
Frontier
Sun 6/79:55 pm
MSY
-
BNA
1 stop21h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 4/25$201
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2810:40 am
BNA
-
MSY
1 stop10h 30m
Frontier
Mon 6/19:55 pm
MSY
-
BNA
1 stop20h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 4/27$202
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/2611:00 am
BNA
-
MSY
1 stop5h 24m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 6/25:29 pm
MSY
-
BNA
1 stop5h 20m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/27$204
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 5/307:00 am
BNA
-
MSY
1 stop9h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/25:21 pm
MSY
-
BNA
2 stops29h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$209
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Tue 6/911:00 am
BNA
-
MSY
1 stop5h 24m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 6/165:29 pm
MSY
-
BNA
1 stop5h 20m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$210
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Tue 5/266:00 am
BNA
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MSY
2 stops34h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/25:29 pm
MSY
-
BNA
1 stop5h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$212

Find flight deals from Nashville to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Nashville (BNA) to New Orleans (MSY). 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 April 28, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$181
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$92
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$420

Good round-trip deal

$202 or less

Good one-way deal

$271 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($68 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Nashville to New Orleans 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 April 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Nashville to New Orleans that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

NashvilleNew Orleans

BNA - MSY

BNAMSY

Nashville Intl

Tue 5/26

6:45 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 6/2

2:00 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$287

NashvilleNew Orleans

BNA - MSY

BNAMSY

Nashville Intl

Thu 5/28

5:05 pm-6:45 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 6/1

10:50 am-12:25 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$301

NashvilleNew Orleans

BNA - MSY

BNAMSY

Nashville Intl

Sat 5/16

7:35 am-9:15 am

Nonstop1h 40m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 5/18

7:15 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$301

NashvilleNew Orleans

BNA - MSY

BNAMSY

Nashville Intl

Sat 5/23

4:10 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops5h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/28

12:45 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops6h 05m

$331

NashvilleNew Orleans

BNA - MSY

BNAMSY

Nashville Intl

Sun 6/14

5:00 am-10:15 am

1 stop5h 15m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 6/17

4:30 pm-6:05 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$350

NashvilleNew Orleans

BNA - MSY

BNAMSY

Nashville Intl

Fri 5/22

9:55 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/26

6:00 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$350

NashvilleNew Orleans

BNA - MSY

BNAMSY

Nashville Intl

Fri 6/5

10:45 am-4:40 pm

1 stop5h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 6/8

7:45 am-9:20 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$357

NashvilleNew Orleans

BNA - MSY

BNAMSY

Nashville Intl

Wed 6/17

2:30 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop6h 02m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 6/21

3:54 pm-9:37 pm

1 stop5h 43m

$382
Quickest round-trip

NashvilleNew Orleans

BNA - MSY

BNAMSY

Nashville Intl

Sun 9/6

1:15 pm-2:45 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 9/11

11:35 am-1:05 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$394
Cheapest one-way

NashvilleNew Orleans

BNA - MSY

BNAMSY

Nashville Intl

Wed 5/20

8:05 am-9:45 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$144

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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 Nashville to New Orleans in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 Nashville-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Nashville-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Nashville-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Nashville-New Orleans flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Nashville-New Orleans 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 Nashville to New Orleans

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

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

The best time to book flights from Nashville to New Orleans is 85 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 Nashville to New Orleans?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nashville to New Orleans (average of $199). Flying from Nashville to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $420). 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 BNA to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from Nashville to New Orleans. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 28, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Nashville to New Orleans in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 37% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Nashville to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2026.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Nashville to New Orleans?

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Brandon Schultz

Expert on MSY

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Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Orleans. 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 New Orleans. Reviews last updated April 28, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Delta, andJetBlue from Nashville to New Orleans. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,315 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,315 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,315 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,467 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,315 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,968 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,315 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,680 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,315 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,631 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,315 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Nashville to New Orleans. 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 Nashville to New Orleans?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong is the airport most travelers will use when flying to New Orleans from Nashville Intl. Booking flights from Nashville Intl (BNA) to Louis Armstrong (MSY) should be relatively easy as there are 3 daily flights to New Orleans from 5 different airlines. 1h 30m is how long a flight from Nashville to New Orleans Louis Armstrong will take if you book a nonstop flight.

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

    The Nashville Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong flight path was viewed by 31 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Airlines like Southwest fly from Nashville to New Orleans in about 1h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. There are 471 mi between Nashville and New Orleans. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $78, was found to be the cheapest airline from Nashville to New Orleans.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and JetBlue. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 74% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Nashville to New Orleans are Spirit Airlines ($48), Delta ($89), and Southwest ($103).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Nashville to New Orleans? While on average our users pay $337, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $122. The most popular route (Nashville Intl - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), is priced around $193.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nashville to New Orleans (average of $199). Flying from Nashville to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $420). 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 Nashville to New Orleans

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Nashville to New Orleans. 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 April 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$78Average$157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$88Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$145Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$179Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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