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Cheapest round-trip
$244
Typical prices: $396-$574
Breeze Airways
Sun 1/21Tue 1/30
ALB - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$91
Typical prices: $183-$323
Breeze Airways
Sat 11/17
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 65% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 14% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Raleigh-Durham (RDU)
Cheapest • Avg $302 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 5h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Albany to New Orleans (ALB-MSY)

 

Cheap flights from Albany to New Orleans with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Thu, Jan 21 - Sat, Jan 30
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11:00 am - 6:45 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 45m1 stop Charleston
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8:55 am - 5:28 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
7h 33m1 stop Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
$244Breeze Airways
Thu, Jan 21 - Sat, Jan 30
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4:57 pm - 7:58 amALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
40h 01m2 stops Raleigh-Durham Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:10 am - 10:20 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
26h 10m1 stop Charleston
$246Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Sat, Dec 12
Breeze Airways Logo
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
$247Breeze Airways
Sun, Dec 6 - Fri, Dec 11
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4:32 pm - 8:41 amALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
41h 09m2 stops Raleigh-Durham Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 7:38 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
11h 38m1 stop Charleston
$254Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 19 - Fri, Jan 22
American Airlines Logo
9:49 am - 5:44 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 55m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:48 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
4h 48m1 stop Philadelphia
$341American Airlines
Fri, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 1
American Airlines Logo
11:52 am - 6:34 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:53 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
4h 53m1 stop Philadelphia
$341American Airlines
Tue, Jan 19 - Fri, Jan 22
Southwest Logo
5:50 am - 10:35 amALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 45m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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5:05 am - 11:15 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
5h 10m1 stop Chicago Midway
$341Southwest
Thu, Jan 21 - Mon, Feb 1
Southwest Logo
3:10 pm - 8:05 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 55m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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5:05 am - 11:15 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
5h 10m1 stop Chicago Midway
$341Southwest
Sat, Jan 16 - Tue, Jan 19
Delta Logo
2:30 pm - 8:42 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:05 pm - 11:10 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
5h 05m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$341Delta
Thu, Dec 17 - Mon, Dec 21
Delta Logo
9:47 am - 4:15 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 28m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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5:47 pm - 11:59 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
5h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$399Delta

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 with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Albany to New Orleans typically range from $396 to $574. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $244, on Breeze Airways.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Albany to New Orleans. It’s 21% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 19% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Albany to New Orleans?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Albany to New Orleans at $399 round-trip.
•July ($553) and November ($504) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 38% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights 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 65% 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

$91
Beat the crowds with an average 54% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 86% increase in travelers.
One-way 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • 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

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

    A nonstop flight from Albany to New Orleans takes 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Albany to New Orleans range from $396 to $574, with an average of $463 over the past 12 months. Anything below $396 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 93% above the $463 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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 $244 to $2,115. 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 $163, which is 32% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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
    • Hertz
    • Priceless
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

  • 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).

  • 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) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) - 11% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 34% on flights from Albany to New Orleans. 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.

  • 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 15m, compared with 5h 18m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 5h 26m 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 popular places can I visit in New Orleans?

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

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 are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $370, about $185 less than Monday fares (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 65% 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 October. Fares historically average $399 round-trip in that month - typically $154 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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