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Cheapest round-trip
$379
Typical prices: $500-$657
American Airlines
Mon 2/26Thu 3/1
MRY - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$589
Typical prices: $226-$502
United Airlines
Mon 9/24
MRY - MSY • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Monterey and New Orleans. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 34% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Cheapest • Avg $541 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 6h 27m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Monterey to New Orleans (MRY-MSY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Monterey to New Orleans

Fri, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 1
American Airlines Logo
4:25 pm - 12:29 amMRY  Monterey Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 04m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:08 pm - 10:57 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MRY Monterey Regional
6h 49m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$379American Airlines
Fri, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 1
American Airlines Logo
4:25 pm - 12:29 amMRY  Monterey Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 04m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:08 pm - 10:57 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MRY Monterey Regional
6h 49m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$401American Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
United Airlines Logo
11:59 am - 10:51 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 52m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
2:34 pm - 9:05 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MRY Monterey Regional
8h 31m1 stop Denver Intl
$404United Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
United Airlines Logo
10:30 am - 9:37 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 07m2 stops Los Angeles Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
2:34 pm - 9:05 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MRY Monterey Regional
8h 31m1 stop Denver Intl
$409United Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
American Airlines Logo
12:37 pm - 9:34 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 57m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:41 am - 11:54 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MRY Monterey Regional
8h 13m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$414American Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
United Airlines Logo
10:30 am - 9:37 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 07m2 stops Los Angeles Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
5:15 am - 11:19 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MRY Monterey Regional
8h 04m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco
$414United Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
American Airlines Logo
12:34 pm - 9:38 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 04m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:12 pm - 10:45 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MRY Monterey Regional
6h 33m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$443American Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Thu, Oct 22
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:03 am - 6:56 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
10h 53m2 stops San Diego Dallas/Fort Worth
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:46 am - 10:57 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MRY Monterey Regional
15h 11m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth San Diego
$551Alaska Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Thu, Oct 22
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5:28 pm - 9:03 amMRY  Monterey Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
13h 35m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:45 pm - 4:51 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MRY Monterey Regional
25h 06m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$604Alaska Airlines
Fri, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 1
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3:06 pm - 3:57 pmMRY  Monterey Regional-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
22h 51m2 stops San Diego Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:39 am - 6:09 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MRY Monterey Regional
14h 30m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$644Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Monterey to New Orleans flights

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

Round-trip flights from Monterey to New Orleans start at $379. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $500 to $657. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $379 on American Airlines.

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Key details for Monterey to New Orleans flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$589
Flight from Monterey to New Orleans

When to book flights from Monterey to New Orleans

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

    Flights from Monterey to New Orleans usually depart from Monterey Regional (MRY) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 5% of one-stop connections

    Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 38% on the Monterey to New Orleans route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $410 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $657, a difference of $247. 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 Bourbon Street, New Orleans Morial Convention Center and Caesars Superdome. These are among the most viewed places in New Orleans on KAYAK.

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

    A nonstop flight from Monterey to New Orleans takes 0h 00m, covering 1,870 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Monterey 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 Monterey 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 $379 to $1,717. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Monterey to New Orleans are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $721, which is 88% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 04m, compared with 6h 27m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 7h 08m via San Francisco (SFO).

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

    New Orleans is 2 hours ahead of Monterey (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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 Monterey to New Orleans flight?

    Round-trip flights from Monterey to New Orleans range from $500 to $657, with an average of $555 over the past 12 months. Anything below $500 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Monterey 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 Thursday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $410 - about $247 less than Friday (38% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Monterey to New Orleans trip for January. Fares historically average $368 round-trip in that month - typically $337 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).

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