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Cheapest round-trip
$211
Typical prices: $394-$569
Breeze Airways
Sat 10/6Wed 10/10
ALB - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$110
Typical prices: $179-$328
Breeze Airways
Sat 10/6
ALB - MSY • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Albany and New Orleans. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
20 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 63% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 13% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Raleigh-Durham (RDU)
Cheapest • Avg $326 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 5h 09m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Albany to New Orleans (ALB-MSY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Albany to New Orleans

Tue, Oct 6 - Sat, Oct 10
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2:47 pm - 7:00 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 13m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
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9:00 am - 5:28 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
7h 28m1 stop Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
$211Breeze Airways
Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 17
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2:47 pm - 7:00 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 13m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
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9:00 am - 5:28 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
7h 28m1 stop Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
$241Breeze Airways
Mon, Nov 2 - Wed, Nov 4
American Airlines Logo
10:51 am - 4:50 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 59m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
10:33 am - 5:52 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
6h 19m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$341American Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
American Airlines Logo
4:14 pm - 9:20 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 06m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
10:24 am - 4:26 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
5h 02m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$341American Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 7
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3:05 pm - 7:50 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 45m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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12:35 pm - 7:15 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
5h 40m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$341Southwest
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Nov 17
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2:50 pm - 8:25 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 35m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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7:45 am - 3:20 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
6h 35m1 stop Nashville Intl
$341Southwest
Thu, Jan 7 - Tue, Jan 12
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6:00 am - 4:03 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
11h 03m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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8:00 am - 1:52 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
4h 52m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$346United Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Sat, Oct 17
United Airlines Logo
6:03 am - 1:15 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 12m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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2:21 pm - 9:22 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
6h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$346United Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:29 amALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 29m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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5:20 am - 11:15 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
4h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$361Delta
Fri, Oct 23 - Wed, Oct 28
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7:06 pm - 11:35 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 29m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:02 pm - 11:50 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
4h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$363Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Albany to New Orleans flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Albany to New Orleans with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Albany to New Orleans?

Round-trip flights from Albany to New Orleans start at $211. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $394 to $569. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $211 on Breeze Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Albany to New Orleans?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Albany to New Orleans, it is 20% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 20% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Albany to New Orleans?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Albany to New Orleans at $404 round-trip.
  • July ($553) and April ($502) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 36% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Albany to New Orleans the cheapest?

Flights from Albany to New Orleans are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 63% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Albany to New Orleans flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$110
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 6% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
Flight from Albany to New Orleans

When to book flights from Albany to New Orleans

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Albany to New Orleans based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Albany to New Orleans flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Albany to New Orleans?

    Flights from Albany to New Orleans usually depart from Albany Intl (ALB) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Albany to New Orleans?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Albany to New Orleans:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Albany to New Orleans pass through?

    One-stop flights from Albany to New Orleans most commonly connect through:

    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) - 13% of one-stop connections

    Baltimore/Washington (BWI) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Albany to New Orleans?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 34% on the Albany to New Orleans route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $370 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $555, a difference of $185. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in New Orleans?

    Some of the most popular sights in New Orleans are Bourbon Street, New Orleans Morial Convention Center and Caesars Superdome. These are among the most viewed places in New Orleans on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Albany to New Orleans flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 96% above the route average of $462. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Albany to New Orleans?

    A nonstop flight from Albany to New Orleans takes 0h 00m, covering 1,266 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Albany to New Orleans?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Albany to New Orleans changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $211 to $1,826. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Albany to New Orleans looking right now?

    One-way fares from Albany to New Orleans are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $182, which is 29% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Albany to New Orleans?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 09m, compared with 5h 18m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 5h 24m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Albany and New Orleans?

    New Orleans is 1 hour behind Albany (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Dollar
    · Priceless
    · Hertz
    · Thrifty
    · Budget

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Albany to New Orleans flight?

    Round-trip flights from Albany to New Orleans range from $394 to $569, with an average of $462 over the past 12 months. Anything below $394 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Albany to New Orleans flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $370 - about $185 less than Monday (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 63% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Albany to New Orleans trip for January. Fares historically average $404 round-trip in that month - typically $149 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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