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Cheapest round-trip
$305
Typical prices: $324-$558
United Airlines
Sun 10/28Wed 10/31
CID - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$245
Typical prices: $165-$410
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/22
CID - MSY • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cedar Rapids and New Orleans. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
22 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 40% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 16% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $297 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 5h 22m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans (CID-MSY)

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

Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
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10:59 am - 4:44 pmCID  Cedar Rapids-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:41 pm - 10:56 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CID Cedar Rapids
5h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$305United Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
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8:02 am - 5:48 pmCID  Cedar Rapids-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 46m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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5:41 pm - 10:56 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CID Cedar Rapids
5h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$310United Airlines
Fri, Jan 1 - Wed, Jan 6
American Airlines Logo
7:08 pm - 11:59 pmCID  Cedar Rapids-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 51m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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10:50 am - 5:47 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CID Cedar Rapids
6h 57m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$312American Airlines
Fri, Jan 1 - Wed, Jan 6
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7:08 pm - 11:59 pmCID  Cedar Rapids-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 51m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:39 am - 1:43 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CID Cedar Rapids
6h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$312American Airlines
Fri, Jan 1 - Wed, Jan 6
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7:08 pm - 11:59 pmCID  Cedar Rapids-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 51m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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3:45 pm - 11:25 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CID Cedar Rapids
7h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$312American Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Thu, Nov 5
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6:20 am - 4:08 pmCID  Cedar Rapids-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 48m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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4:56 pm - 9:56 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CID Cedar Rapids
5h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$317Delta
Tue, Jan 5 - Mon, Jan 11
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6:45 am - 4:18 pmCID  Cedar Rapids-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 33m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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4:15 pm - 10:56 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CID Cedar Rapids
6h 41m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$317Delta
Fri, Sep 25 - Tue, Sep 29
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5:20 pm - 2:21 pmCID  Cedar Rapids-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
21h 01m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl
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3:17 pm - 9:52 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CID Cedar Rapids
18h 35m1 stop Orlando
$325Multiple Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Tue, Sep 29
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5:20 pm - 4:22 pmCID  Cedar Rapids-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
23h 02m2 stops Orlando Sanford Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:17 pm - 9:52 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CID Cedar Rapids
18h 35m1 stop Orlando
$360Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Thu, Nov 5
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10:00 am - 4:44 pmCID  Cedar Rapids-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:41 pm - 10:56 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CID Cedar Rapids
5h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$392United Airlines
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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 from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans 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 start at $305. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $324 to $558. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $305 on United Airlines.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 11% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans at $346 round-trip.
  • April ($594) and November ($522) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 71% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices 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 40% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cedar Rapids to New Orleans flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$245
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 9% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 9% lower on average.
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.
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Your Cedar Rapids 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 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).

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

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

  • 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) - 48% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 9% of one-stop connections

    Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 19% on the Cedar Rapids to New Orleans route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $377 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $460, a difference of $83. 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 expensive are last-minute Cedar Rapids to New Orleans flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 20% above the route average of $414. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans takes 0h 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.

  • 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 $305 to $1,559. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x 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 higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $296, which is 16% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 22m, compared with 5h 35m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 5h 40m 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 Cedar Rapids to New Orleans flight?

    Round-trip flights from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans range from $324 to $558, with an average of $414 over the past 12 months. Anything below $324 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $377 - about $83 less than Sunday (18% 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 40% 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 September. Fares historically average $346 round-trip in that month - typically $248 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

Everything you need to know for your flight from Cedar Rapids to New Orleans

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Cedar Rapids (CID)
New Orleans (MSY)