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Cheapest round-trip
$305
Typical prices: $296-$469
American Airlines
Fri 1/5Fri 1/12
FWA - MSY • 1 stop
When to travel
May
Cheapest • 11% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Cheapest • Avg $306 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 5h 08m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Fort Wayne to New Orleans (FWA-MSY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Fort Wayne to New Orleans

Tue, Jan 5 - Tue, Jan 12
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6:06 pm - 11:57 pmFWA  Fort Wayne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 51m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:40 am - 12:09 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FWA Fort Wayne
5h 29m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$305American Airlines
Tue, Jan 5 - Sat, Jan 9
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6:15 pm - 11:59 pmFWA  Fort Wayne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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8:20 am - 5:29 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FWA Fort Wayne
8h 09m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$305American Airlines
Tue, Jan 5 - Tue, Jan 12
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6:00 am - 10:19 amFWA  Fort Wayne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:40 am - 5:27 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FWA Fort Wayne
4h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$305Delta
Wed, Jan 6 - Tue, Jan 12
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6:00 pm - 10:52 pmFWA  Fort Wayne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:33 am - 5:07 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FWA Fort Wayne
5h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$305United Airlines
Tue, Jan 5 - Tue, Jan 12
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9:00 am - 5:53 pmFWA  Fort Wayne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 53m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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2:14 pm - 8:17 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FWA Fort Wayne
5h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$310United Airlines
Tue, Jan 5 - Mon, Jan 11
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 12:05 pmFWA  Fort Wayne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:40 pm - 11:28 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FWA Fort Wayne
4h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$322Delta
Fri, Jan 1 - Sat, Jan 9
American Airlines Logo
8:02 pm - 11:55 pmFWA  Fort Wayne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 53m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:20 am - 5:29 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FWA Fort Wayne
8h 09m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$322American Airlines
Thu, Jan 7 - Tue, Jan 12
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:19 amFWA  Fort Wayne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:40 pm - 11:28 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FWA Fort Wayne
4h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$322Delta
Fri, Oct 16 - Fri, Oct 23
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2:23 pm - 11:05 amFWA  Fort Wayne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
21h 42m1 stop Tampa St. Petersburg
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6:03 pm - 11:58 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FWA Fort Wayne
16h 55m2 stops Tampa Fort Lauderdale
$393Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Wed, Oct 28
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2:23 pm - 10:09 pmFWA  Fort Wayne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 46m1 stop Tampa St. Petersburg
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5:08 pm - 1:33 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FWA Fort Wayne
43h 25m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Tampa
$451Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Fort Wayne to New Orleans flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Fort Wayne to New Orleans start at $305. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $296 to $469. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $305 on American Airlines.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Fort Wayne to New Orleans, it is 3% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 64% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Fort Wayne to New Orleans at $323 round-trip.
•March ($540) and August ($536) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 67% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Fort Wayne to New Orleans flights

Low season

August
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 48% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 11% lower on average.

When to book flights from Fort Wayne to New Orleans

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

    Flights from Fort Wayne to New Orleans usually depart from Fort Wayne (FWA) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

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

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

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 51% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 7% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Fort Wayne to New Orleans route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 41%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $353 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $598: a $245 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 Fort Wayne to New Orleans?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Fort Wayne to New Orleans. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 08m and 6h 18m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Fort Wayne 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 Fort Wayne 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 $933. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 08m, compared with 5h 21m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and 5h 22m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Fort Wayne and New Orleans?

    New Orleans is 1 hour behind Fort Wayne (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 Fort Wayne to New Orleans flight?

    Round-trip flights from Fort Wayne to New Orleans range from $296 to $469, with an average of $363 over the past 12 months. Anything below $296 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Fort Wayne 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 Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $353 - about $245 less than Monday (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Fort Wayne to New Orleans trip for May. Fares historically average $323 round-trip in that month - typically $217 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

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