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Cheapest round-trip
$304
Typical prices: $297-$464
American Airlines
Wed 10/24Wed 10/31
MSN - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$171
Typical prices: $253-$372
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/29
MSN - MSY • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Madison and New Orleans. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
June
Cheapest • 13% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Cheapest • Avg $308 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 5h 16m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Madison to New Orleans (MSN-MSY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Madison to New Orleans

Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
American Airlines Logo
5:53 pm - 11:27 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 34m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
10:56 am - 5:13 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MSN Madison Truax Field
6h 17m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$304American Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
American Airlines Logo
5:53 pm - 11:27 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 34m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
10:56 am - 5:13 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MSN Madison Truax Field
6h 17m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$304American Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7
American Airlines Logo
5:47 pm - 10:57 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 10m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
9:22 am - 5:07 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MSN Madison Truax Field
7h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$304American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
Delta Logo
5:25 pm - 12:07 amMSN  Madison Truax Field-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:20 am - 12:28 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MSN Madison Truax Field
7h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$317Delta
Sat, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 6
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:38 am - 6:37 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
31h 59m2 stops Tampa Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:03 pm - 9:58 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MSN Madison Truax Field
15h 55m1 stop Tampa
$323Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Sat, Oct 31
United Airlines Logo
7:15 pm - 11:53 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:33 am - 5:02 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MSN Madison Truax Field
6h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$333United Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 9:25 amMSN  Madison Truax Field-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 25m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:04 am - 11:57 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MSN Madison Truax Field
4h 53m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$333United Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 7
Delta Logo
10:53 am - 3:20 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 27m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
6:30 am - 12:31 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MSN Madison Truax Field
6h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$333Delta
Sat, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 6
Delta Logo
10:53 am - 3:20 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 27m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
6:02 pm - 11:03 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MSN Madison Truax Field
5h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$333Delta
Sun, Nov 1 - Fri, Nov 6
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 pm - 4:13 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
22h 13m2 stops Orlando Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:03 pm - 9:58 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MSN Madison Truax Field
15h 55m1 stop Tampa
$355Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Madison to New Orleans flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Madison to New Orleans start at $304. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $297 to $464. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $304 on American Airlines.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Madison to New Orleans, it is 19% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 49% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•June is the cheapest month to fly from Madison to New Orleans at $320 round-trip.
•August ($621) and March ($462) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 94% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Madison to New Orleans the cheapest?

Flights from Madison to New Orleans are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Madison to New Orleans flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$171
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 22% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 5% increase in price.
Flight from Madison to New Orleans

When to book flights from Madison to New Orleans

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

    Flights from Madison to New Orleans usually depart from Madison Truax Field (MSN) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 45% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 11% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 46% on the Madison to New Orleans route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $302 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $553, a difference of $251. 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 Caesars Superdome, New Orleans Morial Convention Center and Canal Street. These are among the most viewed places in New Orleans on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Madison to New Orleans flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 9% above the route average of $369. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Madison to New Orleans takes 0h 00m, covering 909 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Madison 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 Madison 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 $304 to $1,942. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Madison to New Orleans are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $247, which is 27% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 16m, compared with 5h 16m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 5h 20m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • 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 Madison to New Orleans flight?

    Round-trip flights from Madison to New Orleans range from $297 to $464, with an average of $369 over the past 12 months. Anything below $297 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Madison 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 Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $302 - about $251 less than Sunday (45% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Madison to New Orleans trip for June. Fares historically average $320 round-trip in that month - typically $301 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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