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Cheapest round-trip
$287
Typical prices: $313-$466
American Airlines
Sun 12/2Sat 12/8
TYS - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$144
Typical prices: $162-$324
Southwest
Sun 12/16
TYS - MSY • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Knoxville and New Orleans. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Shortest trip • 4h 01m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Knoxville to New Orleans (TYS-MSY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Knoxville to New Orleans

Wed, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 8
American Airlines Logo
5:32 pm - 11:07 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 35m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
7:50 am - 4:39 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
7h 49m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$287American Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Fri, Nov 27
American Airlines Logo
6:50 am - 11:50 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 00m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
9:15 am - 4:36 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
6h 21m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$287American Airlines
Wed, Feb 17 - Sat, Feb 20
United Airlines Logo
5:53 pm - 10:24 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:20 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
5h 20m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$287United Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Wed, Dec 16
Southwest Logo
5:25 pm - 11:05 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
9:30 am - 7:50 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
9h 20m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Nashville Intl
$292Southwest
Mon, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 12
Southwest Logo
2:40 pm - 7:35 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 55m1 stop Dallas Love Field
Southwest Logo
12:45 pm - 10:15 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
8h 30m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$292Southwest
Sun, Dec 20 - Wed, Dec 23
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:20 am - 3:58 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 38m1 stop Jacksonville
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:33 am - 10:31 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
11h 58m1 stop Orlando
$295Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 8 - Tue, Feb 16
Delta Logo
5:15 am - 10:09 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 11:06 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
4h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$305Delta
Wed, Feb 17 - Sat, Feb 20
Delta Logo
5:40 am - 9:55 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:25 am - 11:20 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
4h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$305Delta
Sat, Apr 3 - Sat, Apr 3
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 10:45 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 45m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
3:30 pm - 11:19 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
6h 49m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$327United Airlines
Sun, Dec 20 - Wed, Dec 23
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:20 am - 3:58 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 38m1 stop Jacksonville
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:48 am - 8:18 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
33h 30m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Fort Lauderdale
$336Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Knoxville to New Orleans flights

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

Round-trip flights from Knoxville to New Orleans typically range from $313 to $466. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $287, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Knoxville to New Orleans. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 31% higher.

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

•December is the cheapest month to fly from Knoxville to New Orleans at $322 round-trip.
•June ($465) and November ($459) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 44% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Knoxville to New Orleans flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$144
Beat the crowds with an average 51% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 79% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Knoxville to New Orleans

When to book flights from Knoxville to New Orleans

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Knoxville 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 Knoxville to New Orleans flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Knoxville to New Orleans?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Knoxville to New Orleans:

    • Earliest: departs at 11:20 am and lands at 1:18 pm
    • Latest: departs at 12:30 pm and lands at 2:28 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 58m.

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Knoxville to New Orleans takes 1h 58m, covering 541 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Knoxville to New Orleans range from $313 to $466, with an average of $363 over the past 12 months. Anything below $313 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Knoxville 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 $287 to $1,125. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Knoxville to New Orleans are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $216, which is 5% 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 Knoxville to New Orleans?

    Flights from Knoxville to New Orleans usually depart from Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 32% on flights from Knoxville to New Orleans. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $326 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $477, a difference of $151.

    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 airlines fly from Knoxville to New Orleans?

    2 airlines operate flights between Knoxville and New Orleans. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • American Airlines
    • Southwest

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 01m, compared with 4h 16m via Nashville Intl (BNA) and 4h 36m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

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

    New Orleans is 1 hour behind Knoxville (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 Knoxville 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $326, about $151 less than Sunday fares (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Knoxville to New Orleans trip for December. Fares historically average $322 round-trip in that month - typically $143 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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