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Cheapest round-trip
$160
Typical prices: $159-$313
Frontier
Sat 10/17Wed 10/21
MIA - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$227
Typical prices: $180-$308
American Airlines
Sat 9/5Sun 9/6
MIA - MSY • Non-stop
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American Airlines Main Cabin Extra adds early boarding and free drinks on this short flight.
Use the American Airlines app for entertainment, as seatback screens are being removed.
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Cheap Flights from Miami to New Orleans (MIA-MSY)

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

Sat, Oct 17 - Wed, Oct 21
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10:03 am - 4:07 pmMIA  Miami-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:35 pm - 5:48 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MIA Miami
13h 13m1 stop Denver Intl
$160Frontier
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
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7:20 am - 2:40 pmMIA  Miami-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
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3:35 pm - 5:48 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MIA Miami
13h 13m1 stop Denver Intl
$160Frontier
Tue, Oct 13 - Wed, Oct 21
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10:03 am - 4:07 pmMIA  Miami-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:35 pm - 5:48 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MIA Miami
13h 13m1 stop Denver Intl
$160Frontier
Sat, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 6
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9:08 am - 10:19 amMIA  Miami-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
2h 11mnonstop
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6:01 am - 9:06 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MIA Miami
2h 05mnonstop
$227American Airlines
Sun, Sep 27 - Wed, Oct 14
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9:43 pm - 4:22 pmMIA  Miami-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
19h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:00 am - 6:22 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MIA Miami
10h 22m2 stops Tampa Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$227Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 6
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9:08 am - 10:19 amMIA  Miami-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
2h 11mnonstop
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6:01 am - 9:06 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MIA Miami
2h 05mnonstop
$228American Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 14
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5:32 am - 4:22 pmMIA  Miami-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
11h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:00 am - 6:22 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MIA Miami
10h 22m2 stops Tampa Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$228Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 28 - Wed, Oct 14
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5:32 am - 4:22 pmMIA  Miami-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
11h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:00 am - 6:22 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MIA Miami
10h 22m2 stops Tampa Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$229Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 6
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6:30 am - 1:20 pmMIA  Miami-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 50m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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7:30 am - 3:25 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MIA Miami
6h 55m1 stop Houston Hobby
$247Southwest
Sat, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 6
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6:30 am - 1:20 pmMIA  Miami-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 50m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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8:55 am - 6:00 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MIA Miami
8h 05m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
$247Southwest
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Miami to New Orleans flights

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

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to New Orleans from Miami usually cost between $199 and $350 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $160 on Frontier (Oct 13-Oct 21).

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from Miami to New Orleans clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Miami to New Orleans, look for departures on Wednesdays and avoid leaving on a Sunday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from New Orleans, Friday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Miami 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 Miami to New Orleans is November, where tickets cost $162 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and May, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $398 and $383 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Miami 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.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $323 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Miami 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 Miami 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 Miami to New Orleans, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 20% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Miami to New Orleans

 
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Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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September

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Best time to beat the crowds with an average 19% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 23% lower on average.
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FAQs for booking flights from Miami to New Orleans

  • Are there car rentals at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport?

    Hertz is one of the highly rated car rental companies in MSY, with its desk at the very end of Terminal D. Consider renting a car once you land at MSY from MIA to make your movement in New Orleans more convenient.

  • Is it convenient to travel from MIA to MSY with your pet?

    The pet-friendly policies and the availability of animal relief areas at both MIA and MSY make it convenient for travelers intending to fly with their pets from Miami to New Orleans. At MIA, the animal relief areas that have waste disposal stations are located at Concourse D, E, and J. at MSY, the animal relief area is located at Concourse B, after security.

  • What nearby cities does MSY serve apart from New Orleans?

    In addition to serving New Orleans, MSY serves several other cities in Louisiana, including Terrytown, Gretna, and Harvey. Therefore, travelers from Miami intending to visit these cities can do it conveniently after landing at MSY.

  • How can travelers from MIA connect to Downtown New Orleans upon landing at MSY?

    Public transportation provides the most convenient means of traveling from MSY to Downtown New Orleans. The Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) and Jefferson Transit Authority (JET) are the main providers of public transport services from MSY to Downtown Orleans.

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

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Miami to New Orleans was $73 for a one-way ticket and $160 for a round-trip.

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

    A passport is not required to fly from Miami to New Orleans.

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

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

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

    American Airlines, JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Miami to New Orleans flight route.

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

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Miami to New Orleans flight route.

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

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Miami and New Orleans.

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Miami to New Orleans, Southwest or American Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Miami to New Orleans are Southwest and American Airlines. With an average price for the route of $339 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. American Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $325 and an overall rating of 7.1.

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

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

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

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $158 or less one-way and $247 or less round-trip.
  • Travelers who prefer traveling early in the morning will have convenience catching up with the earliest flight from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) if they spend the night Miami International Airport Hotel. This hotel is located on the 2nd floor of Concourse E by Door 11.
  • Although Miami has other airports, such as Homestead General Aviation Airport and Miami Executive Airport, which offer flights to MSY, many travelers prefer using MIA. This is primarily because of the high convenience of access and the high number of flights to MSY available every day.
  • Taxis offer the most convenient and fast means of transport for travelers who want to connect to MIA from the city center to catch up with their flight to MSY. It takes about 18min in light traffic to arrive at the airport from the city center. Travelers who want to spend less on connecting to MIA from the city center can use the available public transportation.
  • If you have limited mobility, you have nothing to worry about when flying from MIA to MSY. At MIA, you will get a wheelchair provided by your airline of choice. The airport requires that travelers with mobility or vision impairment make early communication with their respective airlines to arrange for the necessary support. Upon landing at MSY, skycap will be available to provide support to these travelers from the check-in to the gate or from the gate to the transportation.
  • Delta Airlines will be ideal for you if you are flying in business class from Miami to New Orleans. You will travel in style in the cozy spacious seats that have extra legroom and more than 50% recline. You will also enjoy flight-long entertainment from the Delta studio on your seat back.

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