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$75 Find Cheap Flights from Kansas City to New Orleans

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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$171
Overall average: $460
Frontier
Sat 2/14Sat 2/21
MCI - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$301
Typical prices: $337-$547
Southwest
Sat 4/18Wed 4/22
MCI - MSY • Non-stop
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Southwest offers free snacks and Wi-Fi for streaming.
MCI's efficient layout ensures smooth departures.
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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to New Orleans (MCI-MSY)

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

Sat, Feb 14 - Sat, Feb 21
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8:36 pm - 12:24 am
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$171Frontier
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$189Multiple Airlines
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$191Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 10 - Sat, Feb 14
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$193Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 16 - Sat, Feb 21
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$194Frontier
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Sat, Feb 7 - Tue, Feb 24
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Sun, Feb 15 - Sat, Feb 21
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$201Frontier
Sat, Feb 28 - Mon, Mar 2
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Kansas City to New Orleans flights

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

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to New Orleans?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Kansas City 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 Tuesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to fly from Kansas City to New Orleans. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Saturday and avoiding Mondays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to New Orleans?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Kansas City 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 Kansas City to New Orleans is October, where tickets cost $310 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are February and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $460 and $421 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Kansas City 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 $379, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Kansas City 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 Kansas City 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 Kansas City to New Orleans, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 50% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 21 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Kansas City to New Orleans

 
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KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
Southwest

Southwest offers free carry-on and personal item, but checked bags now incur fees.


Use Cash + Points to book flights if you lack enough points for full redemption.

American Airlines

Consider Basic Economy for budget travel with carry-on only and no free checked bags.


Main Cabin Extra offers early boarding and complimentary drinks for a small fee.

Airports
MCI

MCI's efficient layout makes departures smooth. Security is right behind check-in, leading directly to Concourse A. Plan to arrive two hours early for a stress-free experience.

MSY

Upon arrival at MSY, rideshare and taxi options are conveniently located outside Level 1, door 7, for easy access to New Orleans.

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Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$75
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 6% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 21% increase in price.
Flight from Kansas City to New Orleans

When to book flights from Kansas City to New Orleans

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

  • What is the luggage allowance on American Airlines flights from Kansas City to New Orleans?

    Passengers are allowed to check up to five bags, with a maximum weight of 50 lbs and maximum linear dimensions of 62 inches per bag on American Airlines flights from Kansas City to New Orleans. For carry-on baggage, passengers are generally allowed to bring one carry-on bag and one personal item. The carry-on bag should not exceed 22 inches x 14 inches x 9 inches, and the personal item should fit under the seat in front of you.

  • What services does Southwest Airlines offer for business-class passengers on flights from Kansas City to New Orleans?

    Southwest Airlines offers a premium ticket option called Business Select, which provides certain benefits to passengers on flights from Kansas City to New Orleans. Business Select passengers are allowed to board the plane first and are guaranteed an A1-15 boarding position, which means they can choose their preferred seat on the plane.

  • What transit options are available from Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) to the city center?

    Jefferson Transit (JET) offers bus services from MSY to the city center, with buses departing every 30 minutes and the duration of the ride being around 50–60 minutes. Taxis and various ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are also available at the airport, with the duration of the ride to the city center being around 20–25 minutes depending on the traffic. Additionally, there are various airport shuttle services that can transport passengers from the airport to their destination in the city, with the duration of the ride being around 45–60 minutes.

  • What classes of service are available on Sun Country Air flights from Kansas City to New Orleans?

    Sun Country Airlines offers two classes of service on flights from Kansas City to New Orleans. Passengers flying in First Class enjoy priority check-in and boarding, extra legroom, wider seat pitches, and more spacious seating. Passengers flying in Economy Class have access to comfortable seating, complimentary easy snacks and non-alcoholic beverages, and in-flight entertainment.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Kansas City to New Orleans?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Kansas City to New Orleans was $75 for a one-way ticket and $171 for a round-trip.

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

    A passport is not required to fly from Kansas City to New Orleans.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Kansas City to New Orleans?

    When flying out of Kansas City you will be using Kansas City. You will be landing at New Orleans, also known as New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Kansas City to New Orleans?

    American Airlines, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Kansas City to New Orleans flight route.

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

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Kansas City to New Orleans flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Kansas City to New Orleans?

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

  • On which days can I fly direct from Kansas City to New Orleans?

    There are nonstop flights from Kansas City to New Orleans on a daily basis.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Kansas City to New Orleans are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $387 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 $371 and an overall rating of 7.9.

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

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

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

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $347 or less round-trip.
  • Passengers who opt for connecting flights from Kansas City (MCI) to New Orleans (MSY) can expect layovers in different cities depending on the airline. Some common layovers for this route include Atlanta (ATL), Minneapolis (MSP), Dallas (DFW), Charlotte (CLT), and Denver (DEN).
  • Families traveling with children age two and younger are allowed to pre-board United Airlines flights from Kansas City (MCI) to New Orleans (MSY). The airline also has a family seating policy, which makes it easier for families with children under 12 years old to sit together free of charge.
  • Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) serves several nearby cities, including Kenner, River Ridge, Harahan, Waggaman, Metairie, and Jefferson.
  • Spirit Airlines offers a Meet and Assist service at no charge for passengers with reduced mobility, including on flights from Kansas City (MCI) to New Orleans (MSY). The airline also provides assistance to passengers with reduced mobility at the airport and onboard , which must be requested at least two days prior to departure date.
  • Passengers flying to New Orleans with American Airlines and Delta can relax in their lounges at Kansas City International Airport (MCI). The American Airlines Admirals Club is located in Terminal B, and Delta Sky Club is located in the new terminal.

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Kansas City to New Orleans

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Kansas City 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.
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4262 reviews
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8.6Crew
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The seats were comfortable, and the boarding process was pretty smooth.

10.0 ExcellentJohn, Jan 2026
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The seats were comfortable, and the boarding process was pretty smooth.

3 hour delay. Had to change plans and was still delayed.

The staff was very friendly, professional, and courteous. The overall flight was a great experience.

The crew canceled the complementary snack and drink in anticipation of turbulence that never materialized. I was counting on the drink (water) to take the the doses of medication - prescribed for my heart condition - that were due during the flight. Since no snack or meal was served on this flight, I cannot rate the food quality. Otherwise, this flight was excellent.

Departure was delayed more than 1/2 hour while we waited for luggage (only) transfer from another flight/plane. Once approved for takeoff, the flight was excellent.

We got exit row seats both flights. Everything was running on time

The flight crew was extremely rude and especially not helpful when our flight was delayed.

Pretty seamless, just a tad bit late in taking off and landing.

Flight was fine other than there was a gate change that I was not notified of. By chance I happened to check my phone and saw the change, otherwise, we would have missed our connecting flight.

Haven’t flown on SW in years. Flight was on time departing and arriving. Served vegan butter onion flavored pretzels which were bad. Coke served was in a tiny paper cup. Crew was not engaging. Felt like they were going through the motions. Old plane, tight seats and no leg room.

Probably not the fault of Delta but there was delay after delay after delay and I ended up getting home 4 hours later then I should have at 1:30 in the morning

No in flight service, no explanation - FC got service, C+ did not, unsure about Economy. No turbulence to speak of, so I guess another way to cut cost, or promote health and well being of Delta employees? Also, boarding in MEM combined zones, and with overhead space already full on both flights after Zone 2/ Diamond, presents a huge challenge to find a space for a bag. Delta, other than point A to B, is no longer reasonable to fly - very poor experiences, not even taking into account the chastising at the gate and rude crews, across the board.

It would have been better if the flight wasn't delayed by 2.5 hours

Delta’s staff is unmatched. From the gate agents, to the pilots, to the flight attendants… all top of the industry.

Delta flight Delay for ,more that two hours i.e original flight was 6.30 PM and it starts at 8.45 PM, When we connect Delta team for meal vouchers as it is late arrival in designation,But we did not get it as per delta policy , which is not good for mid night arrival,

Inexperienced boarding crew allowed too many bags on to a full flight and delayed takeoff causing a missed connection and unplanned overnight stay. There was a hotel at the airport but Delta would not pay for it offering only to shuttle me to an area hotel. Never even offerred so much as an apology by anyone working for Delta.

Staff was great! Kind and cordial! Middle seat row 28 seat B has a hump in it. Trays were getting stuck when putting down and up. Good flight

Departure was delayed resulting in me missing my connection. Delta did not autimatically find me another flight.

The seats weren’t reclining even though it wasn’t as exit seat

It was good because we traveled without luggage, carry on only.

I wish there were outlets to charge my iPhone. The crew was great; we had a female pilot who was great with explaining what was happening and delays,

The flight crew where really good. Better then the crew from BNE to SFO

Delayed, toilets did not flush, pilot parked to far away from Gate

Was happy we finally got upgraded in 1st class. The seat getting old. The cushiness need some improvement.

Yet another flight in which beverage and snack service was skipped. Other that that, firmly mediocre. Landed early, to gate late due to congestion at the gates. Airline's fault or airports fault: unknown.

Miserable. They moved my seat, but canceled the next leg of my flight. I resolved the issue at my transfer, but that resulted in lost luggage that has taken days off my schedule with no resolution. Worse, they fail to interface effectively with Lufthansa, forcing me to bounce between two equally useless help desks. The apps are unable to handle the situation, the bag dropped off the tracker, and while the call centers are polite, they do not provide written information to assist with cross-airline communication.

left on time, reasonable boarding process arrived early luggage came out quickly

I like flying first class, and United has a nice one

Teeny tiny bathrooms, crew was not realistic about when we'd arrive.

Check-in, boarding and the flight from Phoenix to Houston was quick and easy. The flight from Houston to Shreveport was delayed 5 hours. It was frustrating but I think United handled it the best they could.

It was a good trip. Flight Attendants were friendly and responsive.

Qatar airways ,boarding arrangements at Hamid international airport could been better

Crew in Columbia was not prepared for landing. It was a bit of a disaster and getting bags took forever.

My seat tv didn’t work the whole trip. And the seat space is too small despite being seated at the front.

The seat cushions were very worn so they were extremely uncomfortable.

Delayed, no updates, had a rewards number but was not working

The seats from lax to DFW was so tight that I could not move my legs . No WiFi and had to pay . Not a good selection of entertainment

AA should improve their in air internet & entertainment options. Seems unreasonable to charge $20/hr and should have some form of free connections. The entertainment options are also pretty limited, movies are outdated and the series only show 3-5 episodes.

We were upgraded to First Class and it was a great flight

Amazing I love American. I’ll never fly anyone else if I can help it.

Even though there was a delay the crew was exceptional.

Cheap, only one short delay. No issues despite bad weather. Able to take a big backpack for free.

I know Spirit gets a lot of criticism, but I've taken three flights recently and all were very good, and tremendous value. On my most recent one, they randomly assigned me to a very comfortable exit row seat! The flight was on time and the boarding process was smooth, and the crew was friendly. No complaints!

My experience with spirit was horrible I had to spend a extra $100 to check in my bag when I already purchased my ticket even when I got to my gate to get my seat the attendant didnt say anything until I was boarding the plane..also to make matters worst I been flying from Florida to New york and Florida to Atlanta often this was my 4th trip to Atlanta with the same bag and never had this problem till yesterday so im extremely upset and I wasnt even giving a reason for the change the attendant just gave a attitude and wouldn't answer me at all

Paid for wifi the day before but wifi was unavailable on flight.

Flight was not on time and it was very annoying flight. Keep changing gates.

Liked early boarding for disabled customers. Seat comfort could have been better, would have appreciated an empty seat between my wife and I since I suffer from arthritis, neuropathy, and spinal stenosis. Also aisle seat armrest was immobile and this made it difficult to get into and out of my seat during the flight

The flights were very uncomfortable the seats don't have much leg room at all and they are pretty hard as well.

It was delayed but the landing was the smoothest in a while that I’ve had.

Second time in 3 days I walked off the plane late. This time - almost an hour.

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