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Cheapest round-trip
$389
Typical prices: $469-$852
Delta
Fri 2/2Tue 2/6
OAJ - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$274
Typical prices: $213-$439
Delta
Sun 10/7
OAJ - MSY • 1 stop
When to travel
Cheapest • 26% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $470 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 56m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Jacksonville to New Orleans (OAJ-MSY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Jacksonville to New Orleans

Tue, Feb 2 - Sat, Feb 6
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11:58 am - 5:31 pmOAJ  Jacksonville Albert J Ellis-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:05 am - 1:39 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-OAJ Jacksonville Albert J Ellis
3h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$389Delta
Sun, Oct 18 - Sat, Oct 24
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6:33 pm - 11:35 pmOAJ  Jacksonville Albert J Ellis-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:20 am - 11:09 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-OAJ Jacksonville Albert J Ellis
4h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$423Delta
Wed, Sep 23 - Mon, Sep 28
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5:18 pm - 9:14 pmOAJ  Jacksonville Albert J Ellis-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 56m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:52 pm - 10:44 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-OAJ Jacksonville Albert J Ellis
3h 52m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$423American Airlines
Wed, Sep 23 - Sun, Sep 27
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 9:38 amOAJ  Jacksonville Albert J Ellis-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:15 am - 11:15 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-OAJ Jacksonville Albert J Ellis
5h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$423Delta
Wed, Sep 23 - Mon, Sep 28
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6:50 pm - 11:37 pmOAJ  Jacksonville Albert J Ellis-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:33 am - 1:41 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-OAJ Jacksonville Albert J Ellis
5h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$423Delta
Wed, Oct 7 - Sun, Oct 11
Delta Logo
12:00 pm - 3:50 pmOAJ  Jacksonville Albert J Ellis-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:20 am - 11:09 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-OAJ Jacksonville Albert J Ellis
4h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$423Delta
Wed, Oct 7 - Sun, Oct 11
Delta Logo
12:00 pm - 3:50 pmOAJ  Jacksonville Albert J Ellis-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:50 am - 1:41 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-OAJ Jacksonville Albert J Ellis
4h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$423Delta
Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 28
American Airlines Logo
5:18 pm - 9:14 pmOAJ  Jacksonville Albert J Ellis-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 56m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
5:52 pm - 10:44 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-OAJ Jacksonville Albert J Ellis
3h 52m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$457American Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Sat, Feb 6
American Airlines Logo
1:57 pm - 10:59 pmOAJ  Jacksonville Albert J Ellis-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
10h 02m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:23 am - 1:32 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-OAJ Jacksonville Albert J Ellis
6h 09m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$528American Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Sun, Oct 11
American Airlines Logo
6:12 pm - 9:20 pmOAJ  Jacksonville Albert J Ellis-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 08m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:29 am - 12:17 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-OAJ Jacksonville Albert J Ellis
4h 48m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$532American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Jacksonville to New Orleans flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Jacksonville to New Orleans start at $389. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $469 to $852. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $389 on Delta.

Key details for Jacksonville to New Orleans flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$274
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 26% lower on average.
Flight from Jacksonville to New Orleans

When to book flights from Jacksonville to New Orleans

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

    Flights from Jacksonville to New Orleans usually depart from Jacksonville Albert J Ellis (OAJ) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    Connecting flights from Jacksonville to New Orleans most commonly pass through:

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 53% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 47% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 51% on the Jacksonville to New Orleans route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $418 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $852, a difference of $434. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in New Orleans?

    Some of the most popular sights in New Orleans are Bourbon Street, New Orleans Morial Convention Center and Caesars Superdome. These are among the most viewed places in New Orleans on KAYAK.

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

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Jacksonville to New Orleans. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 14m and 4h 56m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville 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 $389 to $1,159. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Jacksonville to New Orleans are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $402.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 14m, compared with 4h 56m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

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

    New Orleans is 1 hour behind Jacksonville (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 Jacksonville to New Orleans flight?

    Round-trip flights from Jacksonville to New Orleans range from $469 to $852, with an average of $586 over the past 12 months. Anything below $469 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Jacksonville 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 Tuesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $418 - about $434 less than Saturday (51% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Jacksonville to New Orleans trip for October. Fares historically average $432 round-trip in that month - typically $443 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).

Everything you need to know for your flight from Jacksonville to New Orleans

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