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Cheapest round-trip
$341
Typical prices: $294-$557
American Airlines
Sat 10/20Wed 10/24
CAE - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$320
Typical prices: $253-$406
American Airlines
Mon 12/24
CAE - MSY • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Columbia and New Orleans. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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February
Cheapest • 33% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
Cheapest • Avg $275 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 4h 04m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbia to New Orleans (CAE-MSY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbia to New Orleans

Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
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5:00 am - 8:13 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 13m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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8:06 am - 4:38 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
7h 32m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$341American Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
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1:52 pm - 6:56 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 04m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:29 am - 12:19 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 50m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$341American Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Sat, Jan 30
Delta Logo
10:10 am - 2:25 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:05 am - 4:28 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 23m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$341Delta
Sat, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 27
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5:11 pm - 8:41 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:25 am - 1:14 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$341Delta
Sat, Oct 17 - Tue, Oct 20
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2:00 pm - 6:19 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:20 am - 10:43 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
4h 23m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$341Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 6
United Airlines Logo
10:28 am - 6:08 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:04 am - 1:54 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$389United Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 6
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10:28 am - 6:08 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:04 am - 1:54 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$390United Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Sat, Nov 14
American Airlines Logo
8:32 pm - 12:08 amCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 36m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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9:22 am - 4:35 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 13m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$399American Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 11
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5:10 pm - 9:35 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 25m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:39 am - 1:20 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
6h 41m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$399American Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
United Airlines Logo
5:33 pm - 10:52 pmCAE  Columbia Metropolitan-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:00 am - 2:16 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CAE Columbia Metropolitan
5h 16m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$420United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Columbia to New Orleans flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Columbia to New Orleans with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Columbia to New Orleans start at $341. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $294 to $557. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $341 on American Airlines.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbia to New Orleans, it is 25% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 34% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbia to New Orleans?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Columbia to New Orleans at $273 round-trip.
•November ($583) and April ($515) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 113% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Columbia to New Orleans flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$320
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 4% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 1% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Columbia to New Orleans

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

    Flights from Columbia to New Orleans usually depart from Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 62% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 3% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 1% 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 Columbia to New Orleans?

    On the Columbia to New Orleans route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 44%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $310 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $549: a $239 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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.

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

    A nonstop flight from Columbia to New Orleans takes 0h 00m, covering 600 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Columbia 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 Columbia 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 $341 to $1,985. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Columbia to New Orleans are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $389, which is 22% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 04m, compared with 4h 38m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 5h 11m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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

    New Orleans is 1 hour behind Columbia (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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 Columbia to New Orleans flight?

    Round-trip flights from Columbia to New Orleans range from $294 to $557, with an average of $408 over the past 12 months. Anything below $294 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Columbia 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 Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $310 - about $239 less than Sunday (44% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbia to New Orleans trip for February. Fares historically average $273 round-trip in that month - typically $310 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).

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