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Cheapest round-trip
$310
Typical prices: $312-$509
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Sun 12/2Sat 12/8
MSN - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$154
Typical prices: $265-$372
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/6
MSN - MSY • 2 stops
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 31% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
June
Cheapest • 17% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Cheapest • Avg $308 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 5h 09m (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

Wed, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 8
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10:38 am - 2:44 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
28h 06m1 stop Tampa
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9:26 am - 9:58 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MSN Madison Truax Field
24h 32m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Tampa
$310Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
American Airlines Logo
7:09 pm - 11:53 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:22 am - 10:55 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MSN Madison Truax Field
5h 33m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$337American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
United Airlines Logo
5:38 pm - 10:54 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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11:45 am - 8:46 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MSN Madison Truax Field
9h 01m1 stop Newark
$337United Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 10:09 amMSN  Madison Truax Field-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:25 am - 11:41 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MSN Madison Truax Field
6h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$337Delta
Tue, Jan 5 - Sat, Jan 9
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 10:09 amMSN  Madison Truax Field-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:25 am - 11:41 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MSN Madison Truax Field
6h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$337Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
American Airlines Logo
5:40 pm - 11:07 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 27m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
9:22 am - 5:00 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MSN Madison Truax Field
7h 38m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$337American Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
American Airlines Logo
5:40 pm - 11:07 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 27m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:22 am - 10:55 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MSN Madison Truax Field
5h 33m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$337American Airlines
Wed, Jan 27 - Sat, Jan 30
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 1:14 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 14m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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7:01 am - 12:51 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MSN Madison Truax Field
5h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$342United Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
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10:30 am - 12:35 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
26h 05m1 stop Orlando
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9:00 am - 4:18 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MSN Madison Truax Field
7h 18m1 stop Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
$346Breeze Airways
Wed, Jan 6 - Fri, Jan 8
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10:38 am - 10:57 amMSN  Madison Truax Field-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
24h 19m2 stops Tampa Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:03 pm - 9:58 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MSN Madison Truax Field
15h 55m1 stop Tampa
$354Multiple 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 with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Madison 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 Madison to New Orleans. It’s 18% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 46% higher.

What’s 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 ($558) and October ($511) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 74% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights 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 31% 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

$154
Beat the crowds with an average 47% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 29% increase in travelers.
One-way 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Madison to New Orleans takes 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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Madison to New Orleans flight?

    Round-trip flights from Madison to New Orleans range from $312 to $509, with an average of $386 over the past 12 months. Anything below $312 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 5% above the $386 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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 $310 to $2,044. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x 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 $263, which is 22% 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
    • Hertz
    • Priceless
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

  • 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).

  • 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) - 44% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 12% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 44% on flights from Madison to New Orleans. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $320 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $566, a difference of $246.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 09m, compared with 5h 16m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 5h 16m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • 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 Madison 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 $320, about $246 less than Sunday fares (43% 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 31% 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 $238 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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