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Cheap flights from New York to New Orleans from £74

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 22/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — MSY
13 Jun — 20 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in September or August, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from New York to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 May 2026.

Wed 3/608:59
JFK
-
MSY
Nonstop3h 28m
JetBlue
Fri 12/611:57
MSY
-
JFK
Nonstop3h 23m
JetBlue
Deal found 14/5£152
Tue 25/809:00
JFK
-
MSY
Nonstop3h 14m
JetBlue
Wed 26/812:05
MSY
-
JFK
Nonstop3h 11m
JetBlue
Deal found 12/5£153
Wed 3/618:35
LGA
-
MSY
Nonstop3h 20m
Southwest
Tue 9/609:45
MSY
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 13/5£153
Mon 25/508:59
JFK
-
MSY
Nonstop3h 28m
JetBlue
Tue 2/612:26
MSY
-
JFK
Nonstop3h 16m
JetBlue
Deal found 11/5£155
Sun 14/608:30
JFK
-
MSY
Nonstop3h 21m
Delta
Wed 17/619:48
MSY
-
JFK
Nonstop3h 11m
Delta
Deal found 12/5£160
Sun 21/607:10
LGA
-
MSY
Nonstop3h 14m
Delta
Thu 25/618:59
MSY
-
LGA
Nonstop3h 09m
Delta
Deal found 13/5£160
Wed 27/518:35
LGA
-
MSY
Nonstop3h 20m
Southwest
Fri 29/510:50
MSY
-
LGA
1 stop10h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 11/5£165
Sat 6/607:59
EWR
-
MSY
1 stop5h 56m
United Airlines
Tue 9/617:35
MSY
-
EWR
1 stop6h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 12/5£168
Tue 6/1015:30
LGA
-
MSY
Nonstop3h 30m
Delta
Sat 10/1018:50
MSY
-
LGA
Nonstop2h 53m
Delta
Deal found 12/5£168
Wed 3/606:29
LGA
-
MSY
1 stop10h 52m
Frontier
Fri 12/617:21
MSY
-
LGA
1 stop25h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 14/5£169
Tue 2/608:59
JFK
-
MSY
Nonstop3h 28m
JetBlue
Tue 9/612:26
MSY
-
JFK
Nonstop3h 16m
JetBlue
Deal found 12/5£170
Sat 30/512:33
EWR
-
MSY
Nonstop3h 09m
United Airlines
Sat 6/619:39
MSY
-
EWR
Nonstop3h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 13/5£172

Find flight deals from New York to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) 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 14 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£152

One-way from

£74

Popular in

April

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September

Average price

£237
JetBlue
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  • 3/6-12/6
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 51m total
  • New York to New Orleans
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Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 22/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 30m total
  • New York to New Orleans
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New YorkNew Orleans

JFK - MSY

JFKMSY

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 25/8

09:00-11:14

Nonstop3h 14m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 26/8

12:05-16:16

Nonstop3h 11m

£153

New YorkNew Orleans

JFK - MSY

JFKMSY

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 30/5

15:29-17:54

Nonstop3h 25m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 6/6

19:48-23:59

Nonstop3h 11m

£160

New YorkNew Orleans

JFK - MSY

JFKMSY

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 26/5

08:25-10:54

Nonstop3h 29m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 29/5

19:48-23:59

Nonstop3h 11m

£160

New YorkNew Orleans

LGA - MSY

LGAMSY

New York LaGuardia

Sat 27/6

15:00-17:35

Nonstop3h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 29/6

11:50-15:57

Nonstop3h 07m

£160

New YorkNew Orleans

LGA - MSY

LGAMSY

New York LaGuardia

Sat 25/7

07:15-09:25

Nonstop3h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 27/7

18:59-23:13

Nonstop3h 14m

£160

New YorkNew Orleans

JFK - MSY

JFKMSY

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 19/6

15:31-18:02

Nonstop3h 31m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 22/6

19:48-23:59

Nonstop3h 11m

£175

New YorkNew Orleans

LGA - MSY

LGAMSY

New York LaGuardia

Wed 3/6

08:30-16:00

1 stop8h 30m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 10/6

09:45-13:40

Nonstop2h 55m

£179

NewarkNew Orleans

EWR - MSY

EWRMSY

Newark

Mon 21/9

14:30-20:39

1 stop7h 09m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 28/9

19:10-01:04

1 stop4h 54m

£183

NewarkNew Orleans

EWR - MSY

EWRMSY

Newark

Mon 8/6

15:08-21:49

1 stop7h 41m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 10/6

19:39-23:44

Nonstop3h 05m

£188

New YorkNew Orleans

JFK - MSY

JFKMSY

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 21/9

16:15-18:45

Nonstop3h 30m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 28/9

19:40-23:54

Nonstop3h 14m

£190

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from New York to New Orleans may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 73 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to New Orleans?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to New Orleans (average of £150). Flying from New York to New Orleans in March is currently the most expensive (average of £319). 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 NYC to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 14 May 2026.

When flying from New York to New Orleans, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 60% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from New York to New Orleans

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to New Orleans. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 14 May 2026.

The most flights from NYC to MSY are scheduled on a Monday (29 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from New York to New Orleans?

How often are flights from New York to New Orleans delayed?

About 20% of weekly flights between New York and New Orleans have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 165 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to New Orleans flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to New Orleans flights?

Over the past year, Delta have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.

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 14 May 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta and JetBlue from New York 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,453 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
Delta
7.9
Good
8,453 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,453 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,974 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,453 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York 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 airport do you fly into for flights to New Orleans from New York?

    Located just 11.4 mi from the city center, New Orleans Louis Armstrong is the airport most travelers will use when flying to New Orleans from New York. Booking flights from New York to Louis Armstrong (MSY) should be relatively easy as there are 23 daily inbound flights from New York from 1 airline.

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

    JetBlue, Delta, and United Airlines can get you from New York to New Orleans in just under 3h 14m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. There are 1181 mi between New York and New Orleans. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from New York to New Orleans round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from New York to New Orleans round-trip from £88. Delta is currently priced 59% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to New Orleans?

    When deciding which route to take from New York to New Orleans consider New York John F Kennedy Intl - New Orleans Louis Armstrong, Newark - New Orleans Louis Armstrong or New York LaGuardia - New Orleans Louis Armstrong as they are the most popular.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from New York to New Orleans on time: Singapore Airlines (100%), Icelandair (96%), KLM (91%).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to New Orleans (average of £150). Flying from New York to New Orleans in March is currently the most expensive (average of £319). 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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DeltaCheapest£88Average£146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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