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Cheapest round-trip
$283
Typical prices: $386-$606
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Wed 11/14Sat 11/17
AVL - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$131
Typical prices: $257-$379
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Fri 12/7
AVL - MSY • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
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There are currently no direct flights between Asheville and New Orleans. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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April
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Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
Cheapest • Avg $211 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 4h (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Asheville to New Orleans (AVL-MSY)

 

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

Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17
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9:00 am - 8:09 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
12h 09m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl
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3:15 pm - 10:01 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-AVL Asheville Regional
17h 46m1 stop Orlando
$283Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 1
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9:54 pm - 8:09 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
23h 15m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl
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9:05 pm - 10:51 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-AVL Asheville Regional
12h 46m1 stop Orlando
$291Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17
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8:00 am - 10:09 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
15h 09m1 stop Tampa St. Petersburg
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5:08 pm - 1:59 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-AVL Asheville Regional
19h 51m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Fort Lauderdale
$297Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Fri, Nov 6
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11:41 am - 7:11 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 30m1 stop Orlando
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2:35 pm - 11:18 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-AVL Asheville Regional
7h 43m1 stop Orlando
$305Multiple Airlines
Sat, Feb 20 - Sat, Feb 27
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7:40 am - 12:05 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:30 am - 10:43 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-AVL Asheville Regional
3h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$379Delta
Sat, Jan 30 - Sat, Feb 6
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2:00 pm - 6:54 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:05 am - 3:25 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-AVL Asheville Regional
5h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$379Delta
Sat, Mar 20 - Sat, Mar 27
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7:40 am - 12:05 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:30 am - 10:43 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-AVL Asheville Regional
3h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$379Delta
Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14
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7:00 am - 11:39 amAVL  Asheville Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 39m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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9:22 am - 4:25 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-AVL Asheville Regional
6h 03m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$412American Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 17
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7:00 am - 11:39 amAVL  Asheville Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 39m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 1:16 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-AVL Asheville Regional
6h 16m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$419American Airlines
Wed, Apr 7 - Sun, Apr 11
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8:04 pm - 11:55 pmAVL  Asheville Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 51m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:19 am - 12:14 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-AVL Asheville Regional
5h 55m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$428American Airlines

Price, demand and travel trends for Asheville to New Orleans flights

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Asheville to New Orleans. It’s 17% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 52% higher.

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

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Asheville to New Orleans at $400 round-trip.
•January ($576) and May ($529) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 44% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Asheville to New Orleans flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$131
Beat the crowds with an average 50% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 40% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Asheville to New Orleans

When to book flights from Asheville to New Orleans

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Asheville 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 Asheville 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 Asheville to New Orleans?

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Asheville to New Orleans takes 00m, covering 585 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Asheville to New Orleans range from $386 to $606, with an average of $456 over the past 12 months. Anything below $386 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Asheville 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 $283 to $1,463. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Asheville to New Orleans are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $260, which is 25% 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 Asheville to New Orleans?

    Flights from Asheville to New Orleans usually depart from Asheville Regional (AVL) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 68% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 3% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 2% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 46% on flights from Asheville to New Orleans. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $380 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $694, a difference of $314.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h, compared with 4h 24m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 5h 22m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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

    New Orleans is 1 hour behind Asheville (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 Asheville 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $380, about $314 less than Sunday fares (45% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Asheville to New Orleans trip for April. Fares historically average $400 round-trip in that month - typically $176 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).

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