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Cheapest round-trip
$319
Typical prices: $398-$530
American Airlines
Mon 1/22Thu 1/25
BMI - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$284
Typical prices: $211-$377
Delta
Fri 10/5
BMI - MSY • 1 stop
When to travel
May
Cheapest • 14% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $420 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 5h 01m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Bloomington to New Orleans (BMI-MSY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Bloomington to New Orleans

Fri, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 25
American Airlines Logo
4:08 pm - 11:03 pmBMI  Bloomington-Normal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
3:52 pm - 10:19 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BMI Bloomington-Normal
6h 27m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$319American Airlines
Fri, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 25
American Airlines Logo
4:08 pm - 11:03 pmBMI  Bloomington-Normal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
3:52 pm - 10:19 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BMI Bloomington-Normal
6h 27m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$319American Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
Delta Logo
12:13 pm - 6:19 pmBMI  Bloomington-Normal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 06m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:25 am - 11:26 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BMI Bloomington-Normal
5h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$319Delta
Fri, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 25
American Airlines Logo
2:29 pm - 11:03 pmBMI  Bloomington-Normal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 34m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
7:39 am - 1:59 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BMI Bloomington-Normal
6h 20m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$324American Airlines
Fri, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 25
American Airlines Logo
2:29 pm - 11:03 pmBMI  Bloomington-Normal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 34m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
9:39 am - 3:38 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BMI Bloomington-Normal
5h 59m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$324American Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
American Airlines Logo
2:30 pm - 11:27 pmBMI  Bloomington-Normal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 57m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
8:14 am - 1:57 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BMI Bloomington-Normal
5h 43m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$324American Airlines
Fri, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 25
American Airlines Logo
2:29 pm - 11:03 pmBMI  Bloomington-Normal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 34m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:40 am - 1:59 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BMI Bloomington-Normal
8h 19m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl
$329American Airlines
Fri, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 25
American Airlines Logo
2:29 pm - 11:03 pmBMI  Bloomington-Normal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 34m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:40 am - 1:59 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BMI Bloomington-Normal
8h 19m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl
$329American Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
Delta Logo
12:13 pm - 6:19 pmBMI  Bloomington-Normal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 06m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:25 am - 11:26 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BMI Bloomington-Normal
5h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$339Delta
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
American Airlines Logo
3:58 pm - 9:32 pmBMI  Bloomington-Normal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 34m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
8:14 am - 1:57 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BMI Bloomington-Normal
5h 43m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$339American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Bloomington to New Orleans flights

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

Round-trip flights from Bloomington to New Orleans start at $319. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $398 to $530. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $319 on American Airlines.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Bloomington to New Orleans, it is 14% 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.

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Key details for Bloomington to New Orleans flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$284
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Bloomington to New Orleans

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

    Flights from Bloomington to New Orleans usually depart from Bloomington-Normal (BMI) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Bloomington to New Orleans.

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 18% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 28% on the Bloomington to New Orleans route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $398 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $552, a difference of $154. 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 long is a flight from Bloomington to New Orleans?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Bloomington to New Orleans. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 01m and 6h 10m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Bloomington 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 Bloomington 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 $319 to $1,246. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Bloomington to New Orleans are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $284, which is 21% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 01m, compared with 5h 22m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 6h 10m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • 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 Bloomington to New Orleans flight?

    Round-trip flights from Bloomington to New Orleans range from $398 to $530, with an average of $460 over the past 12 months. Anything below $398 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Bloomington 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 $398 - about $154 less than Monday (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Bloomington to New Orleans trip for May. Fares historically average $398 round-trip in that month - typically $242 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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