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Cheapest round-trip
$296
Typical prices: $332-$506
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Mon 12/17Fri 1/5
MDT - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$216
Typical prices: $318-$416
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Wed 12/19
MDT - MSY • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Harrisburg and New Orleans. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • Avg $181 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 02m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Harrisburg to New Orleans (MDT-MSY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Harrisburg to New Orleans

Thu, Dec 17 - Tue, Jan 5
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1:21 pm - 5:33 pmMDT  Harrisburg-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 12m1 stop Jacksonville
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1:03 pm - 12:26 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MDT Harrisburg
22h 23m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Tampa
$296Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 19 - Tue, Dec 22
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6:05 pm - 11:57 pmMDT  Harrisburg-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 52m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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3:53 pm - 10:56 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MDT Harrisburg
6h 03m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$335American Airlines
Tue, Apr 13 - Sat, Apr 17
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6:00 am - 9:34 amMDT  Harrisburg-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:40 am - 5:25 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MDT Harrisburg
5h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$335Delta
Tue, Apr 13 - Sat, Apr 17
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6:10 am - 10:34 amMDT  Harrisburg-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 24m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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9:05 am - 5:25 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MDT Harrisburg
7h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$335Delta
Wed, Jan 27 - Sat, Feb 6
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3:05 pm - 9:30 pmMDT  Harrisburg-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 25m1 stop Philadelphia
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6:30 am - 12:09 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MDT Harrisburg
4h 39m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$335American Airlines
Tue, Apr 20 - Tue, May 4
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8:08 am - 1:28 pmMDT  Harrisburg-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 20m1 stop Philadelphia
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2:57 pm - 11:25 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MDT Harrisburg
7h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$335American Airlines
Tue, Feb 16 - Tue, Feb 23
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5:40 pm - 10:24 pmMDT  Harrisburg-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:25 am - 9:17 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MDT Harrisburg
10h 52m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$340United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
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5:39 pm - 10:54 pmMDT  Harrisburg-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:00 am - 2:00 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MDT Harrisburg
5h 00m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$347United Airlines
Fri, Jan 29 - Tue, Feb 2
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9:26 am - 5:44 pmMDT  Harrisburg-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 18m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl
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8:53 am - 12:26 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MDT Harrisburg
26h 33m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Tampa
$347Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Fri, Dec 18
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1:21 pm - 5:33 pmMDT  Harrisburg-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 12m1 stop Jacksonville
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8:00 am - 11:15 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MDT Harrisburg
26h 15m2 stops Pittsburgh Sarasota Bradenton Intl
$457Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Harrisburg to New Orleans flights

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Harrisburg to New Orleans. It’s 15% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 64% higher.

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

•December is the cheapest month to fly from Harrisburg to New Orleans at $308 round-trip.
•September ($733) and June ($495) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 137% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Harrisburg to New Orleans flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$216
Beat the crowds with an average 51% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 44% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Harrisburg to New Orleans

When to book flights from Harrisburg to New Orleans

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Harrisburg to New Orleans takes 00m, covering 1,036 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Harrisburg to New Orleans range from $332 to $506, with an average of $399 over the past 12 months. Anything below $332 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Harrisburg 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 $296 to $1,789. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Harrisburg to New Orleans are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $287, which is 18% 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 averaging $62 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Priceless
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Harrisburg to New Orleans?

    Flights from Harrisburg to New Orleans usually depart from Harrisburg (MDT) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

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

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

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 43% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Philadelphia (PHL) - 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 48% on flights from Harrisburg to New Orleans. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $342 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $656, a difference of $314.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 02m, compared with 5h 07m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 5h 13m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

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

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

  • 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 Harrisburg 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $342, about $314 less than Sunday fares (48% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Harrisburg to New Orleans trip for December. Fares historically average $308 round-trip in that month - typically $425 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).

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