CID - MSY

$220 Find Cheap Flights from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans - Compare and Save

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 19% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$325
Typical prices: $348-$555
American Airlines
Wed 11/7Wed 11/14
CID - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$220
Typical prices: $135-$415
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/11
CID - MSY • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Cedar Rapids and New Orleans. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
Insights
Insights
When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 32% compared to booking last minute.
Insights
Insights
When to travel
Cheapest • 25% price drop
Most popular
Good to know
+1
Good to know
+1
Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $297 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 16m (one-way)
Insights
Insights
Start a new search
KAYAK searches 100s of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you love your trip to New Orleans!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans (CID-MSY)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans

Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14
American Airlines Logo
6:13 pm - 10:57 pmCID  Cedar Rapids-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
8:04 am - 1:17 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CID Cedar Rapids
5h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$325American Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
American Airlines Logo
6:29 pm - 11:53 pmCID  Cedar Rapids-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 24m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
10:27 am - 6:05 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CID Cedar Rapids
7h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$325American Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Dec 2
Delta Logo
5:15 am - 12:02 pmCID  Cedar Rapids-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
3:39 pm - 11:10 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CID Cedar Rapids
7h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$325Delta
Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14
American Airlines Logo
6:13 pm - 10:57 pmCID  Cedar Rapids-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
8:04 am - 1:17 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CID Cedar Rapids
5h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$329American Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Dec 2
Delta Logo
6:15 am - 4:17 pmCID  Cedar Rapids-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
10h 02m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
6:21 pm - 11:10 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CID Cedar Rapids
4h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$330Delta
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 2
Delta Logo
11:00 am - 8:39 pmCID  Cedar Rapids-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 39m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:11 pm - 11:10 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CID Cedar Rapids
5h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$330Delta
Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14
United Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 11:52 pmCID  Cedar Rapids-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
2:12 pm - 10:56 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CID Cedar Rapids
8h 44m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$337United Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 23
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:17 pmCID  Cedar Rapids-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
2:25 pm - 9:35 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CID Cedar Rapids
7h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$364United Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:03 pm - 10:09 pmCID  Cedar Rapids-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
29h 06m1 stop Tampa St. Petersburg
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:15 pm - 4:39 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CID Cedar Rapids
25h 24m1 stop Orlando
$403Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:03 pm - 10:09 pmCID  Cedar Rapids-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
29h 06m1 stop Tampa St. Petersburg
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:08 pm - 4:39 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CID Cedar Rapids
23h 31m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Orlando
$406Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Cedar Rapids 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 Cedar Rapids to New Orleans?

Round-trip flights from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans typically range from $348 to $555. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $325, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cedar Rapids 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 Cedar Rapids to New Orleans. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 18% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans at $325 round-trip.
•April ($594) and November ($506) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 82% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans the cheapest?

Flights from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 32% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Cedar Rapids to New Orleans flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$220
Beat the crowds with an average 30% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 115% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans

When to book flights from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price

Your Cedar Rapids 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 Cedar Rapids to New Orleans?

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans?

    A nonstop flight from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans takes 00m, covering 825 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans range from $348 to $555, with an average of $435 over the past 12 months. Anything below $348 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 2% above the $435 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Cedar Rapids 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 $325 to $1,294. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $267, which is 24% 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 Cedar Rapids to New Orleans?

    Flights from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans usually depart from Cedar Rapids (CID) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

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

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

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 54% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $377 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $514, a difference of $137.

    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 Cedar Rapids to New Orleans?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 16m, compared with 5h 37m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 5h 39m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • 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 Cedar Rapids 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 Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $377, about $137 less than Sunday fares (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 32% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cedar Rapids to New Orleans trip for January. Fares historically average $325 round-trip in that month - typically $269 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

More options for your flight from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans

Complete your trip to New Orleans with a hotel stay or car rental