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Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans

Wed, Jul 16 - Sat, Jul 26
Spirit Airlines Logo
6:15 pm - 7:24 pmFLL-MSY
2h 09mnonstop
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9:00 am - 11:54 amMSY-FLL
1h 54mnonstop
$107Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Jul 9 - Wed, Jul 16
Spirit Airlines Logo
6:15 pm - 7:24 pmFLL-MSY
2h 09mnonstop
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8:19 pm - 11:17 pmMSY-FLL
1h 58mnonstop
$108Spirit Airlines
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Fri, Jun 27 - Sun, Jun 29
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12:50 pm - 8:51 pmFLL-MSY
9h 01m1 stop
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5:12 pm - 11:24 pmMSY-FLL
5h 12m1 stop
Tue, Aug 19 - Wed, Aug 20
Delta Logo
12:20 pm - 5:52 pmFLL-MSY
6h 32m1 stop
Delta Logo
6:25 am - 2:42 pmMSY-FLL
7h 17m1 stop
$187Delta
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Tue, Aug 19 - Sat, Aug 23
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 11:34 amFLL-MSY
5h 34m1 stop
Delta Logo
12:39 pm - 7:41 pmMSY-FLL
6h 02m1 stop
$190Delta
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Sat, Sep 6 - Sat, Sep 6
American Airlines Logo
7:14 am - 11:25 amFLL-MSY
5h 11m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
12:46 pm - 11:50 pmMSY-FLL
10h 04m2 stops
$192American Airlines
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Fri, Aug 29 - Tue, Sep 2
American Airlines Logo
7:22 pm - 11:51 pmFLL-MSY
5h 29m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
11:20 am - 5:31 pmMSY-FLL
5h 11m1 stop
$193American Airlines
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Mon, Aug 18 - Wed, Aug 20
Southwest Logo
5:30 pm - 8:45 pmFLL-MSY
4h 15m1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:50 am - 3:35 pmMSY-FLL
7h 45m1 stop
$195Southwest
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Fri, Jun 27 - Sun, Jun 29
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6:35 pm - 7:44 pmFLL-MSY
2h 09mnonstop
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5:12 pm - 11:24 pmMSY-FLL
5h 12m1 stop
Sat, Aug 16 - Sun, Aug 17
Southwest Logo
6:15 am - 3:15 pmFLL-MSY
10h 00m2 stops
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8:30 am - 5:45 pmMSY-FLL
8h 15m2 stops
$260Southwest
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Expert advice for your flight from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
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FLL

For a stress-free arrival at FLL, confirm your terminal in advance as curbside signage can be hard to see.

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MSY

At MSY, rideshares and taxis are conveniently located outside Level 1, door 7, for easy access to New Orleans.

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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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Planning a trip from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to New Orleans on a Saturday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to fly from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Wednesday and avoiding Sundays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans is August, where tickets cost $125 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are February and May, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $261 and $203 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $203, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonJune
High seasonOctober
Cheapest flight$53
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 8% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Fort Lauderdale 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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FAQs for booking flights from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans

  • Does MSY Airport offer ground transportation services?

    Yes. MSY Airport offers ground transportation services from the airport to arriving passengers. Airport shuttle services will get you to your destination in New Orleans safely and quickly. Wheelchair-accessible vehicles are also available for passengers with physical disabilities. They require a one-week reservation before arrival.

  • Are there rest zones at MSY Airport?

    Yes. You can rest in the terminal's public area with comfortable couches and recliners in the baggage claim area and opposite the border control. VIP lounges are available in Concourse A and accessed by paying and only operate during the day. The lounges have showers, refreshments, disabled access, and disallow smoking.

  • What is the best way to get to French Quarter from MSY Airport?

    The best way to get to French from MSY Airport to French Quarter is by airport shuttle. This is because using the airport shuttle will take you 19min. Purchase airport shuttle tickets at the Airport Shuttle Booth on Level 1 Baggage Claim.

  • Where to eat at FLL Airport?

    There are on-site restaurants with courteous and friendly staff members at the airport where you receive quality meal services before your flight times. You can enjoy American, Italian, Indian, Asian, and other cuisines in the restaurants, which include Pei Wei, Casavana Cuban Restaurant, and Zona Fresca.

  • Does FLL Airport provide financial services?

    Yes. There are currency exchange services for all major currencies located in Terminal 1, Pre-Security, and Terminal 4 near the baggage claim area on the lower level. ATMs are available throughout the day and are found in all four terminals where you can withdraw some money before boarding.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans was $53 for a one-way ticket and $107 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Fort Lauderdale and New Orleans?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans?

    American Airlines, JetBlue, Delta, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans?

    The Airbus A320 (sharklets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans flight route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans?

    There are nonstop flights from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $355 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $318 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New Orleans from Fort Lauderdale is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to New Orleans with an airline and back to Fort Lauderdale with another airline. Booking your flights between Fort Lauderdale and MSY can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to New Orleans from Fort Lauderdale up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $109 or less one-way and $152 or less round-trip.
  • Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL), located about 19 mi from the city center, is suitable for the disabled as it assists passengers with disabilities. It has the hidden disabilities sunflower program that offers a discreet way for passengers with invisible disabilities to show they require more support or more time with the airport processes.
  • FLL Airport is ideal for traveling mothers since it has private suites for nursing. Across all the four terminals of the airport, there are six lockable lactation suites offering nursing mothers a quiet space to breastfeed. Each suite has a fold-down table suitable for a breast pump, two benches for additional children, and power outlets.
  • Expecting passengers can access favorable facilities offered by FLL Airport depending on the stage of the pregnancy. The airlines at the airport allow free entry to expecting passengers at the stage between 12 and 28 weeks. They are offered seats on the aisle and near the bathroom for comfort. You can ask the cabin crew for an extender if the seat belt feels too tight.
  • New Orleans Louis International Airport (MSY) offers tax-free shopping to international travelers. International travelers can get a refund on the sales tax paid at any shop at the airport. The Tax-Free Counter that offers refunds is located on Level 2 at the checkpoint exit near Leah's Kitchen.
  • Passengers at MSY Airport can access pet services and facilities. A pet relief area is near Shake Shack, past the post-security checkpoint. There is an outside service area for animals and pets on Level 1 between the short-term parking garage and the terminal. Knowing the locations of these relief areas helps you plan your exit strategy once you land.

Prefer to fly direct from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
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Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Monday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Tuesday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Wednesday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Thursday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Friday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Saturday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Sunday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

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Direct returns

New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Fort Lauderdale

Monday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Tuesday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Wednesday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Thursday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Friday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Saturday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Sunday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

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Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
SouthwestOverall score based on 4280 reviews
8.2Boarding
7.6Entertainment
7.1Food
8.0Comfort
8.6Crew
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I’ve always loved Southwest. No issues at all. I was flying standby and the gate agent was extremely friendly and helpful. Boarding was smooth and I was able to get a window seat in the emergency exit row. Crew was fantastic! They were very professional and accommodating. We had to divert from our destination due to weather but the flight crew kept everyone at ease and informed us of all pertinent information. Excellent flight

8.0 ExcellentJonathan, Apr 2025AUS - MSY
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I’ve always loved Southwest. No issues at all. I was flying standby and the gate agent was extremely friendly and helpful. Boarding was smooth and I was able to get a window seat in the emergency exit row. Crew was fantastic! They were very professional and accommodating. We had to divert from our destination due to weather but the flight crew kept everyone at ease and informed us of all pertinent information. Excellent flight

The price of the tickets isn't matching the flight experience. No matter how long the flight is, you're only getting pretzels. The flight attendants looked unkept and over it.

WiFi on the flight was not working. Thus, entertainment options were limited.

Flight was awfully bumpy and landing was a bit jolting. I was in the restroom when snacks and drinks were served and was not asked if i wanted any. I had to ask for water finally.

Crew was great flight was great baggage claim was a failure. It took over 1 hour for bags to arrive. Poor communication poor effort when I spoke to the supervisor about the delay

Planes are aged. The wifi is unreliable and on many fights, no-existent. The flight attendants were very good.

I had a wonderful flight, but the only thing that annoyed me was how crowded TSA was. I still believe airports and all planes work together to bunch everyone together to drive up cost.

Easy to book and to get check in and get on and off.

Exceptional crew! Friendly and professional. Pleasant attitude and treated everyone with respect.

Everything worked well. Crew was as entertaining as is possible on a plane flight. Southwest still has good legroom:

Excellent check-in. Crew was good. Excellent communication from flight deck.

Amazing flight! I have never noticed the uniforms of the attendants before in twenty years of flying except today when one female had the most amazing dress on. It was beautifully designed and showed she was in charge. I never dreamed I would google who designed Delta uniforms . The ultimate compliment is when another woman admires your outfit. . I hope your designer puts it on the market

This had nothing to do with Delta… The flights were on time and flawless. The service was excellent. We purchased seats in (aisle/middle) comfort plus since this was a cross country flight. Unfortunately, the woman seated at the window was 300+ pounds and, as might be expected, covered up about a third of the middle seat also. there was absolutely nothing that Delta could have done about that… I just don’t know what the answer should be. If you purchase a seat, you should should be able to use the entire seat and not just the portion that someone else is not sitting/oozing in. Disappointing…there should be something that could be done….I'm just not sure what solution could be.

The worst part was I was NOT allowed in the lounge even though I was holding a first class ticket and have a premium American Express card. I have flown Business or First Class with many airlines. Delta is the ONLY one who does not extend this courtesy to anyone except people who hold the very expensive American Express card. As a result, I won’t fly Delta if I have any other choice.

The Dekta Rep that checked us in was great. She's very personable, pleasant, and can tell she enjoys her job.

The crew was wonderful and attentive. The seats near exit row were restrictive. Offer healthy snacks please

The young man who was our flight attendant in first class was lazy and did not do his job well at all. Never offered drinks upon boarding - actually I take that back... said "are you okay with water" as if I do not want to get you anything else, only passed the snacks around once, got my drink order wrong and then never offered a second round of drinks. He was the worst I have ever seen on Delta and we fly a lot.

Flight left early and arrived early. the whole trip was excellent.

Newer plane, relatively easy boarding, not a full flight and was told that we could not be moved up because of weight and balance issues. Otherwise, a very good experience.

I was with one of the last zones to board. It was kind of annoying to finally get called to board and my whole section was already on the plane. Clearly they boarded with previous zones. So by the time I got on board, there were no spaces for my luggage above my head. I had to put my luggage 4+ rows behind me, which meant that I had to wait even longer to get off the plane, since I had to wait for those rows to clear the aisle before I could retrieve my luggage and exit the plane. This also held up the plane cleaners, as they couldn't service my row until I cleared it, so they were all standing there waiting for me, while I'm standing there waiting for the other passengers to clear the aisle. Anyways, I wasn't in a rush this time, so I just waited, but I could see that being a problem in the future. Now, I could have checked my luggage, of course, but coincidentally, a friend of mine on the same flight got their luggage damaged (wheel completely knocked off) and was told by the Baggage Attendant in the airport that Delta doesn't "cover wheel damage" on luggage. This was disappointing to hear. I'm glad I didn't check mine through. If it were my luggage, I'd be highly frustrated to hear that. It makes me not want to check my luggage in the future.

It was one of my worst flight ever. First they were changing the gate for at least 4 times, changing from gate D7 to D12 to D44. Considering the size of the Miami Airport, we are talking about long distance and the train at the airport was not working. Then the flight was delayed around one hour. Then finally we boarded into the plane and when everybody was seated, there was an announcement that there is an issue with one of the tire of the plane, so we all had to get out of the plane with our belongings, to replace the tire. So we had around 2.5-hour delay

I was late from Jacksonville, FL but the limited interaction I had with the Philly crew was great.

The delays and cancellations kept me stuck in Miami for an additional 24 hours, and the whole thing seemed extremely disorganized

Pitch was very small. Knees were on the seat back in front of me.

The flight to Tokyo AA61 took off about two hours late, but then had to turn back. By that time the crew had to be replaced. Then they kept promising to take off in an hour, then in 3, then switch to the next day.

Crew professional. Easy bag drop off. On time. Good entertainment.

Flight was late and missed connecting flight. They could have better accommodated, but instead did an overnight and had to arrive the next afternoon.

The boarding crew was incredibly helpful getting me on an earlier flight

They have lost any customer service care and support. Terrible airline now and been for awhile.

The flight was delayed leaving Miami. When we arrived in Charlotte, we were unable to park at our scheduled gate. We had to wait another 30-45 minutes before we could park at a different gate. All in all, we were delayed by almost two hours arriving in Charlotte.

It amaze me how other airlines leave on time and Spirit always have some type of delay. I’ve flown with Spirit many times, but it reached a point I’d rather pay twice the amount and not deal with this corporation they never do nothing to reimburse people for their time or headaches.

Spirit charges you to breathe in their presence. They have you pick and buy your seat in advance and then I got bumped from the seat I paid for because THEY overbooked the flight by a dozen people. they do not provide any entertainment, they do not provide even a small cup of water - you have to pay for everything. I will never fly Spirit again.

why's KAYAK involved? why'd Spirit charge me $19.72 on Apr 28 and $4.49 on May 1 ? And ironically my credit card had to be cancelled after trip due to a bogus charge, wonder if using it on the plane enabled a scammer to get it.

why's KAYAK involved? why'd Spirit charge me $19.72 on Apr 28 and $4.49 on May 1 ?

I love Spirit. New aircraft, great cabin service, the airfares are low cost which helps me visit my hospitalized daughter anytime I can without paying a fortune.

My flight was good from my wheelchair assist to the plan & my exit.

Be quiet! Why do they have to keep talking BS over the microphone?? Enough!

I slept the whole trip but everything else was great

Friendly staff put me at ease with processes, since this was my first time. I would recommend flying on Spirit!

Boarding was not clear; no announcement about delay. My sister and kid were seated separately for me and even though there were tons of seats up front, they wouldn't let us switch.

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