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Cheapest round-trip
$205
Typical prices: $308-$388
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IND - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$123
Typical prices: $113-$273
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Wed 9/23
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There are currently no direct flights between Indianapolis and New Orleans. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $294 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 57m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Indianapolis to New Orleans (IND-MSY)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to New Orleans

Wed, Jul 22 - Thu, Jul 23
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$205Frontier
Mon, Jul 20 - Thu, Jul 23
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Mon, Jul 20 - Thu, Jul 23
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$224Frontier
Wed, Jul 8 - Tue, Jul 14
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$225Frontier
Mon, Jul 13 - Thu, Jul 16
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$235Frontier
Wed, Jul 8 - Tue, Jul 14
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$236Frontier
Sat, Jul 18 - Sat, Jul 25
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$239Frontier
Wed, Jul 15 - Wed, Jul 22
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$240Frontier
Mon, Jul 13 - Thu, Jul 16
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$242Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jul 17 - Wed, Jul 22
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Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Indianapolis to New Orleans flights

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

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Indianapolis to New Orleans departing in July.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to New Orleans is August, where tickets cost $257 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $441 and $421 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to New Orleans, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 29% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Indianapolis to New Orleans

 
AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on MSY

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.

Jennifer Simonson

Jennifer Simonson

Expert on IND

Jennifer Simonson is driven by her lifelong commitment to exploring the globe. Her insatiable curiosity had led her to immerse herself into diverse locations like Oklahoma City and Pismo. Her hotel recommendations are the result of the myriad hotels she's stayed at across her travels. Along her journey, she cherishes engaging conversations with locals, indulging in the finest ice cream, trying her hand at surfing, and embarking on nature-filled hikes.

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Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flight$123
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 25% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 15% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Indianapolis to New Orleans

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

  • How do I get from the New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) to my hotel?

    It will take about 24min by car to get to the city center. If, however, you don't have a car, you can take public transportation into the city. The Jefferson Transit Authority bus system goes to various locations around downtown New Orleans. The Regional Transit Authority also stops at the airport. Both buses pick up passengers at level 3 close to the ticket counters.

  • Where can I eat at the Indianapolis Airport (IND) and the New Orleans Airport (MSY)?

    Whether you want to sit down for a meal or grab a quick bite, these airports have what you're looking for. At the Indianapolis Airport, there is a Chick-fil-A, a McDonald's, a Shapiro's Delicatessen, and a Bub's Burgers, just to name a few. While at the New Orleans Airport (MSY), there is a bagel/panini shop, a Dook's Burgers, a Lucky Dogs (hot dog stand), and a Midway Pizza.

  • Where can I park at the Indianapolis International Airport (IND)?

    There is a multilevel parking garage just across from the main terminal, a long-term parking lot that is within walking distance of the terminal, and an economy parking lot. The economy parking lot offers a free shuttle service to the airport often.

  • What can I do at these two airports while waiting on my plane to leave?

    In the baggage claim area of the New Orleans Airport (MSY), passengers can enjoy live musical performances. The airport features local entertainers who are on stage during day hours. At the Indianapolis Airport (IND), there is a spa where you can enjoy beauty services like a pedicure or manicure. Wellness services such as massages and aromatherapy treatment are also available. The spa is located in Concourse B of the Indianapolis Airport.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Indianapolis to New Orleans?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Indianapolis to New Orleans was $123 for a one-way ticket and $205 for a round-trip.

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

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

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

    The Airbus A320neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Indianapolis to New Orleans flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Indianapolis to New Orleans?

    oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Indianapolis and New Orleans, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to New Orleans from Indianapolis?

    Atlanta is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Indianapolis to New Orleans.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Indianapolis to New Orleans are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $387 and an overall rating of 7.9, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $346 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to New Orleans.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New Orleans from Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis with another airline. Booking your flights between Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to New Orleans

  • Most flights from the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to the New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) include a plane change in a major city and airport. Some layovers could be in Atlanta, Detroit, Charlotte, or Austin.
  • For convenience, you can withdraw money for your trip at the Indianapolis Airport (IND). You'll find ATM machines in several locations at the Indy Airport. There is one by the ticket counters, another near baggage claim, and one by public transportation in the ground transportation center.
  • Several rental car agencies have offices at the New Orleans Louis Armstrong International Airport (MSY). This includes Enterprise, Alamo, Hertz, and National. The car rental center is about 5min from the main terminal. You can take a free shuttle from the airport to the car rental center to pick up your car.
  • You can get your exercise at the airport. The Indianapolis Airport (IND) has a designated walking path. It goes through the ticketing lobby and around the concourses.
  • There is just one terminal, three concourses, and thirty-five gates at the New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) making it easy to get from one side of the airport to another. The Indianapolis Airport (IND) has one terminal, two concourses, and thirty-nine gates. This airport has lots of movable walkways which makes it easy to get around.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Indianapolis to New Orleans

 
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7.9
SouthwestOverall score based on 4241 reviews
7.0Food
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
8.6Crew
7.5Entertainment
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Over a 3 hour flight. The turbulence was almost imperceptible except for 2 short periods which were not bad and over quickly. The attendants claimed "Safety first" and sat looking at their phones for 3 hours with no drink or snack service. This isn't the first time with Southwest. I thinkit may be there new plan of operation. Oh, and it was June 18, Southwest's Birthday which offered free drinks. NOT.

4.0 OkayJeff, Jun 2026
MCI - FLL
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Over a 3 hour flight. The turbulence was almost imperceptible except for 2 short periods which were not bad and over quickly. The attendants claimed "Safety first" and sat looking at their phones for 3 hours with no drink or snack service. This isn't the first time with Southwest. I thinkit may be there new plan of operation. Oh, and it was June 18, Southwest's Birthday which offered free drinks. NOT.

Flight was delayed, full flight and I had to change gates. Southwest flights are always late later in the day.

Flight was delayed over 3 hours. Planes were dirty. Staff indifferent. And they serve vegan pretzels as snacks.

It was great. The gate staff were very helpful in Portland when my son forgot his rolling bag and had to go back to get it just in time to make it on the plane. We really appreciate that. Great job!

Airline is not very senior friendly. Flights are late, forcing us to run to the connecting flight. Food is awful. Wish they would go back to pretzels and peanuts. During flight, pressurization isn’t quite right and all of our ears get plugged. Everything is nickel and dime, charging for boarding, seat selection and legroom. While a screen at the desk in the gate area says check your roll on bag now for free due to space limitation, the employee at the desk will not check the bag without a $100 fee. Insane.

Kayak could’ve posted the correct gate number. Almost missed my flight.

Slow boarding, limited food and drink portions. Bad delays and turbulence

there were two flight attendants that were up front...that were the best! They get KUDOs for making my trip only fantastic. Tell them Jeff said that!

OKay. I sat in the back of the plane and it was really loud between babies and little kids, and adults who.like to talk a lot and loudly most of the flight.

Flight coming out of Buffalo was delayed, so we had to be rescheduled on another flight from Baltimore to Phoenix which means we had a long layover and got home 3.5 hours late. Shuttle to parking stopped at 10pm, so we had to pay for an Uber to the parking lot and got charged an extra day of parking since it was after midnight. Not the best experience. Long day!

Flight got canceled 4 times, missed my connecting flight due to delays, have to wait to go home tomorrow

Third flight in two months where the crew was not there. Comfort seating does not guarantee overhead bin space. Passengers with children are allowed on the plane first - if you are flying to and from Orlando, this means half the plane has boarded before you get on. And somehow all the bin space is taken up. 3 out of 5 flights have had issues with equipment or procedure. Some of these instances caused the flight to be delayed because of a "nuisance" light. One time it was a bag that had been brought on board but did not belong to anyone so we had to return to the gate. Last night we were told the "AC" on the plane doesn't work well and we're 10th for take off- because the crew was late - and that it will get cool when we're in the air. Not sure if this is usual, but I didn't think flight crew could jump seat in first class. Movie and TV selection has not been refreshed for several months- flying one to two round trips each month easily exhausts the list of content.

Great experience nice pilot very soft and easy landing and take off

We sat on the runway for over an hour before departure. That was unwelcome.

Horrible. Faucet in sink not working, wifi not working. Didn’t bring food or snacks

Flight was delayed before take off and at landing. Baggage took 20 minutes. Flight crew would not serve full soft drink and had to ask multiple times before receiving water.

From checking to boarding, it was a seamless experience. The service agents were so helpful. The flight crew was so pleasant.

Gate agent showed up 20 minutes before boarding and was not at all friendly. Had to take this flight due to the one on the day before being cancelled and any later options were already full with long standby lists. Despite having paid for Delta Comfort seats, Delta did not allow me (or anyone) to choose their seat. The agent assigned them for everyone just prior to boarding. Self seat selection was allowed on the original flight. Flight staff was great - very friendly.

Flight attendants were great. Cheerful, upbeat and friendly. Jet, in particular, was fantastic.

I have Precheck. Flew HPN to DEN and return this past weekend. Delta didn't attach my Precheck number to this trip. So it was waiting in general line especially in Denver. Unavailable.

They delayed the flight 3 hours because it wasn't full they moved us to 5 different gates probably the worst airline ever not even spirit is this bad.

Very easy ! Use the kiosk and bag drop and right to security within 10 min

Checking bag at terminal was horrible. No agents to check us in and only 1 kiosk working. Boarding went ok. Crew onboard was very scattered rained. Missed our row while serving and then didn’t see them hardly again.

Crew was amazing, takeoff wonderful. The bathroom was disgusting from before takeoff the odor made the flight uncomfortable as you could smell the bathroom from the center of the plane where we were sitting. Smelled like raw sewage. My daughter was throwing up as we landed due to the smell and horrible turbulence as we approached Newark.

Airline tickets are not cheap. You expect reliable competent service. Thanks to canceled flights and botched transfers we arrived at our destination two days late. This is not acceptable

Horrible! Several delays and then was cancelled! I spent over 24 hours in the airport and was unable to get a hotel or food voucher.

The entertainment is a bit limited, it would be better if they added some games to play besides the movies and tv shows. But the seats are comfortable and the crew is polite

This planes staff was top tier. Everything went great and had a great flight home.

Food was great. Staff was phenomenal. Seats were a bit hard and could use a lot more entertainment options as far as movies to choose from. WiFi was good. Overall great trip.

This was an overnight flight, and in the morning they did know coffee service. How you can throw passengers in a San Francisco airport at 5:40 a.m. in the morning and not giving them Coffee is a crime.

Flight was delayed three times and we had an international connecting flight which we would’ve missed but AA manage to find us a flight that allowed us to catch and we made our international flight. However, due to the flight change, I’m in Amman, Jordan missing all 4 bags. It’s been a nightmare. Been waiting since June 17 and today is June 20th. Still without luggage. Customer service wait times are two hours and I get disconnected while waiting. I’ll update when/if my luggage arrives. Every day is costing money in a hotel in Amman. I can’t continue my trip to Palestine until the luggage arrives. Then, I will be updating my review.

They did not offer coffee on a 7am flight…awful!!

Plane temperature was so hot that everyone on the plane was sweating. Departure gates changed 3 times in the hour before the flight. Internet service was so poor in the terminal that updates weren't always being received.

We had a mechanical delay which made us 90 minutes late (9:30 PM) then land and put into the penalty box because a plane was in our gate? What the hell! We should get priority.Damn American.

Check in for 5am flight at RDU was hampered by American check in counters being seriously understaffed , was told even supervisor called out. Took so long in line for special services check in that we missed our 5am departure even after arriving at 3:30am. Had to be rescheduled to later flight from Charlotte to St Thomas.

Delayed flight due to maintenance and I have had multiple delayed flights due to maintenance in the last month plus

Excellent service. Flight attendance like Jessica,, on our flight, is a reason I wouldn’t mind flying through British Airways again. Jessica,, was very courteous and helpful.

The seats were extremely cramped, with very little legroom or personal space. There was no room left in the overhead bins for a backpack, and the space under the seat in front was so limited that I could barely fit my bag underneath. Overall, the seating arrangement felt very uncomfortable and overcrowded.

Significant delays on my trip to Chicago and my trip back to NY

Terrible boarding and first class experience. Nice staff but overall disorganized, dirty plane.

There weren't enough employees at check in took awhile to get bags checked. There wasn't a wheel chair for me, I was sent to someone who turns out to work for a different airline, if My flight hadn't been delayed I probably would have missed my flight as it was, by the time I arrived at my gate, they started boarding in about 15 minutes. I don't know who took me to my gate, definitely was not the normal people who take passengers to the gate. I'm guessing she may have been in a management position. I wish I knew her name, she went beyond to help me. With that said everyone was kind, and were doing the best they could. So, I choose to say it was an Adventure, stressful start, but good. In the end went well. The situation was not only difficult for passengers but the employee's.

The staff at the check in counter was so rude. Made you feel Incompetent

Frontier scheduled a 40 minute connection in DEN. What they failed to mention was that they “close the doors” 20 mins prior to departure, which means you only have 20 mins. Not enough time. Possibly against DOT regulations. Filing complaint.

Flight was scheduled at 9:40pm. Got delayed to 10 am, the next day. crazy

The bag check, flight check-in, and onboard experience convinced my wife and me that we will actively go out of our way to avoid flying Frontier Airlines in the future. At bag check, we were informed that check-in could only be completed via the Frontier mobile app. Unfortunately, the app was extremely frustrating—sending us through repetitive, confusing loops that repeatedly forced us to decline add-on services with nearly every click. While most airline apps upsell, this one felt intentionally exhausting. As the process dragged on, we became genuinely concerned that my phone battery would die before check-in could be completed. We approached the bag check staff—who were standing together talking—and explained both our frustration and our predicament. They laughed. Later, my wife described the interaction as “gaslighting,” which felt accurate. We were then informed it would cost $25 per person simply to have our boarding passes printed. From that point forward, the tone of the experience was consistently hostile. The bag check employees were condescending and combative, behaving more like bullies than customer service staff. Unfortunately, that same attitude continued onboard. One flight attendant argued with me when I attempted to stow my backpack in the overhead bin. I explained that we had each paid $75 to check our bags specifically so we would not need to use carry-on space and could have adequate legroom. She demanded to see my ticket, pointed out that it said “no carry-on”—which I acknowledged—and I reiterated that this was precisely why we paid to check our bags. Her response was, “I don’t make the rules.” She then walked away, but not before asking if I “truly wanted to fly back to Chicago today?”—an unnecessary and unmistakable threat. It is also worth noting that despite booking our tickets together in the same transaction, we were not seated together. Upon our return to Chicago—where we could once again sit together—we compared onboard experiences. We both remarked on how unhappy the flight attendants appeared and how each of us was separately asked whether we would like to purchase a beverage. We declined. At no point was water mentioned as an option, leaving us with the clear impression that even water came at a cost—or that complimentary water, if available at all, was deliberately left unmentioned. Overall, the experience was shocking and deeply disappointing, but it was also a profound learning experience—one we will not forget and will not repeat. -Steve

Plane was hot and miserable and the crew was rude!

12 hour delay required getting on and off plane 3 times - would have at least liked to have been offered a snack or drink

They didn’t offer a water, even after I asked

They switched our terminal 3 times and we were delayed for four plus hours!!!

It was an early flight and most people napped/slept and the crew let us which was nice.

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