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Cheapest round-trip
$117
Typical prices: $183-$426
Breeze Airways
Mon 12/7Fri 12/25
SDF - MSY • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$58
Typical prices: $158-$266
Breeze Airways
Mon 10/5
SDF - MSY • Non-stop
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3 days a week
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You can fly direct with Breeze Airways and Southwest. Average duration is 0
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Cheapest • Avg $279 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 33m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 47% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Louisville to New Orleans (SDF-MSY)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Louisville 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Louisville to New Orleans

Mon, Dec 7 - Fri, Dec 25
Breeze Airways Logo
11:39 am - 12:40 pm
SDF
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MSY
2h 01mnonstop
Breeze Airways Logo
8:05 am - 10:59 am
MSY
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SDF
1h 54mnonstop
$117Breeze Airways
Mon, Dec 7 - Fri, Dec 25
Breeze Airways Logo
11:39 am - 12:40 pm
SDF
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MSY
2h 01mnonstop
Breeze Airways Logo
8:05 am - 10:59 am
MSY
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SDF
1h 54mnonstop
$122Breeze Airways
Mon, Oct 5 - Wed, Oct 14
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:39 am - 12:40 pm
SDF
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MSY
2h 01mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:02 pm - 8:29 pm
MSY
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SDF
26h 27m
2 stops
$201Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Nov 17
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:39 am - 12:40 pm
SDF
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MSY
2h 01mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:58 pm - 3:26 pm
MSY
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SDF
21h 28m
2 stops
$208Multiple Airlines
Fri, Sep 18 - Mon, Sep 21
Southwest Logo
11:50 am - 5:55 pm
SDF
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MSY
7h 05m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
4:10 pm - 10:40 pm
MSY
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SDF
5h 30m
1 stop
$257Southwest
Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 21
Southwest Logo
3:20 pm - 7:50 pm
SDF
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MSY
5h 30m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:00 am - 10:25 am
MSY
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SDF
4h 25m
1 stop
$257Southwest
Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16
Delta Logo
1:01 pm - 4:57 pm
SDF
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MSY
4h 56m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:30 am - 11:56 am
MSY
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SDF
4h 26m
1 stop
$257Delta
Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16
Delta Logo
5:59 pm - 11:46 pm
SDF
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MSY
6h 47m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:02 pm - 11:00 pm
MSY
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SDF
3h 58m
1 stop
$257Delta
Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 21
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:24 am
SDF
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MSY
5h 24m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:52 pm - 11:22 pm
MSY
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SDF
4h 30m
1 stop
$257American Airlines
Mon, Sep 14 - Thu, Sep 17
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:24 am
SDF
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MSY
5h 24m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:52 pm - 11:22 pm
MSY
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SDF
4h 30m
1 stop
$298American Airlines
Booking Insights

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

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Louisville 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 Louisville 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 Louisville to New Orleans departing in October.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to New Orleans from Louisville usually cost between $315 and $366 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $132 on Breeze Airways (Oct 2-Oct 5).

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Louisville 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 Louisville to New Orleans is December, where tickets cost $272 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $426 and $386 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Louisville 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 $344, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Louisville 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 Louisville 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 Louisville to New Orleans, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 47% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 22 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$58
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Louisville to New Orleans

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Louisville to New Orleans based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Louisville to New Orleans

  • Does the Louisville Airport have a USO?

    Yes. At the Muhammad Ali Airport, the USO Louisville Metro welcomes all military members and their families free of charge. This military lounge is open weekdays from 1 am to 6 pm and features amenities including comfortable lounge seating, refreshments, and Wi-Fi. This USO is located behind the ticket counters on the west side of the upper level hallway.

  • Does SDF provide any animal relief areas?

    Yes. If you are traveling with a pet or a service animal, you can take advantage of one animal relief station landside at SDF and one airside. The area before security is outside the airport across the street from the doors to baggage claim. There is also one animal relief station inside the airport in the rotunda, in the stairwell that is beside the elevator.

  • Does the Louisville airport have nursing pods?

    Yes. At the Muhammad Ali Airport on Concourse A, there is a Mother's Room. This facility includes a spacious common area that has three private smaller rooms that lock. The common area features a changing station, a sink, a microwave, and a flight display monitor. Each smaller room has a changing station, comfortable glider seating, soft lighting, electrical outlets, and USB ports.

  • Where can I pick up my rental car at MSY?

    When you land at New Orleans, you can catch a shuttle at the Arrivals curb that will take you to the Rental Car Center. These shuttles pick up passengers about every 8min and the drive to the Rental Car Center takes about 18min. At MSY, you will find a number of car rental agencies, including Hertz, Enterprise, and Dollar.

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

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Louisville to New Orleans was $58 for a one-way ticket and $117 for a round-trip.

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

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Louisville to New Orleans. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

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

    The Airbus A220-300 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Louisville to New Orleans flight route.

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Louisville to New Orleans, Breeze Airways or Southwest?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Louisville to New Orleans are Breeze Airways and Southwest. With an average price for the route of $251 and an overall rating of 8.2, Breeze Airways is the most popular choice. Southwest is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $389 and an overall rating of 8.0.

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

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

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

  • The Muhammad Ali Louisville International Airport (SDF) is located just south of the Indiana border in northern Kentucky. A hub for Breeze Airways, the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) is situated between the shores of Lake Pontchartrain and the Mississippi River.
  • Airlines such as American, United, Delta, Spirit, and Southwest offer flights from SDF to MSY with one stop, often in Charlotte, Atlanta, Fort Lauderdale, Dallas, Detroit, Houston, or Chicago. American and United are among the airlines that offer flights from SDF to MSY with two stops.
  • If you want to park your car at SDF before your flight to New Orleans, your most economical option is the Express Shuttle Parking Lot. Located to the east of airport grounds, this lot has free shuttle service to the terminal. Another affordable option is the Surface Parking Lot, located behind the parking garage across from the terminal. This lot also has a free shuttle to the terminal.
  • At the Louis Armstrong Airport, you may apply for an MSY Guest Pass in order to go through the TSA security checkpoint, even though you do not have a ticket. The service is helpful if you want to shop or dine with someone as they wait for their plane or you are a caregiver who needs to help someone in the travel process.
  • If you need to decompress once you land in New Orleans, consider taking advantage of the Meditation Room at MSY. This is a serene room that welcomes everyone. Open 24/7, this peaceful place can be found on Level 2 Departures, airside.

Prefer to fly direct from Louisville to New Orleans?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Louisville Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
Find which airlines fly direct from Louisville Intl Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Louisville Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Monday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Friday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Sunday

Southwest

Southwest

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Direct returns

New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Louisville Intl

Monday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Thursday

Southwest

Southwest

Friday

Breeze Airways

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