Which airports can I use when flying from Baton Rouge to New Orleans?

Flights from Baton Rouge to New Orleans usually depart from Baton Rouge Ryan (BTR) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

Which airports do connecting flights from Baton Rouge to New Orleans pass through?

Most connecting flights from Baton Rouge to New Orleans pass through Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Baton Rouge to New Orleans?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 33% on the Baton Rouge to New Orleans route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $679 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $999, a difference of $320. 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 Caesars Superdome, New Orleans Morial Convention Center and Canal Street. These are among the most viewed places in New Orleans on KAYAK.

Do I need a passport to fly from Baton Rouge 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 Baton Rouge 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 $575 to $1,260. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

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

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Baton Rouge to New Orleans?

United Airlines ($575) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Baton Rouge to New Orleans in the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Baton Rouge to New Orleans?

Flights via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $1,050. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Baton Rouge to New Orleans which airport offers the shortest layover?

Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) had the shortest average connection time for Baton Rouge to New Orleans layovers at 206 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Sat, Jan 23 - Wed, Jan 27

3:55 pm - 11:11 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

7h 16m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

12:10 pm - 11:15 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

23h 05m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$575United Airlines

Sat, Jan 23 - Wed, Jan 27

3:55 pm - 11:11 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

7h 16m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

12:10 pm - 11:15 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

23h 05m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$579United Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20

4:07 pm - 10:59 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

6h 52m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

9:42 am - 8:43 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

23h 01m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$595United Airlines

Fri, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 12

6:15 pm - 5:48 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

23h 33m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

9:05 am - 7:43 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

10h 38m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$625United Airlines

Sat, Jan 23 - Wed, Jan 27

3:55 pm - 11:11 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

7h 16m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

5:00 am - 1:15 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

8h 15m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$683United Airlines

Sat, Jan 23 - Wed, Jan 27

5:00 am - 1:13 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

8h 13m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

2:12 pm - 8:48 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

18h 36m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$705United Airlines

Fri, Dec 18 - Sat, Jan 9

3:59 pm - 11:15 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

7h 16m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

5:00 am - 9:31 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

16h 31m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$722United Airlines

Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 22

5:00 am - 9:43 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

16h 43m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

9:05 am - 7:43 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

10h 38m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$731United Airlines

Fri, Oct 23 - Sat, Oct 24

5:20 am - 8:08 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

14h 48m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

7:12 pm - 8:50 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

13h 38m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$764United Airlines

Mon, Oct 5 - Tue, Oct 13

6:29 pm - 11:59 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

5h 30m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

6:23 am - 12:17 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

5h 54m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$1,239American Airlines

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

Round-trip flights from Baton Rouge to New Orleans start at $575. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $679 to $999. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $575 on United Airlines.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Baton Rouge to New Orleans?
Flights from Baton Rouge to New Orleans usually depart from Baton Rouge Ryan (BTR) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).
Which airports do connecting flights from Baton Rouge to New Orleans pass through?
Most connecting flights from Baton Rouge to New Orleans pass through Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Baton Rouge to New Orleans?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 33% on the Baton Rouge to New Orleans route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $679 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $999, a difference of $320. 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 Caesars Superdome, New Orleans Morial Convention Center and Canal Street. These are among the most viewed places in New Orleans on KAYAK.
Do I need a passport to fly from Baton Rouge 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 Baton Rouge 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 $575 to $1,260. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.
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

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $679 - about $320 less than Wednesday (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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