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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Nashville to New Orleans:

• Earliest: departs at 7:35 am and lands at 9:12 am
• Latest: departs at 10:45 pm and lands at 12:22 am.

The flight takes about 1h 37m.

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

A nonstop flight from Nashville to New Orleans takes 1h 37m, covering 471 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Nashville to New Orleans range from $240 to $454, with an average of $350 over the past 12 months. Anything below $240 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 64% above the route average of $350. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $219 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $362 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Nashville to New Orleans flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 25%, evening flights for 25%, and night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $228 to $1,071. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

JetBlue is the only airline on the Nashville to New Orleans route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

One-way fares from Nashville to New Orleans are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $140, which is 32% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flights from Nashville to New Orleans usually depart from Nashville Intl (BNA) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

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

• Orlando (MCO) - 29% of one-stop connections
• Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 18% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 16% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 12% of one-stop connections

Orlando (MCO) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 18% on the Nashville to New Orleans route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $324 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $391, a difference of $67. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only Southwest operates flights between Nashville and New Orleans.

Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 54m, compared with 4h 35m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and 4h 39m via Houston Hobby (HOU).

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.

Among airlines operating Nashville to New Orleans flights:

• Southwest: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

Nashville International Airport is only about 9 miles away from downtown. There are plenty of ways you can get here, but the quickest would be through a taxi or private airport shuttle. These are, however, expensive when compared to the bus, so if you’re traveling on a budget, that would be the best one. The bus can be boarded at Fulton Station. While you’re there, take the 18 towards Airport Via Elm Hill, and you’ll arrive at the airport in no less than 40min.

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) offers wheelchair services to all passengers with limited mobility. The best way to get access to these services would be by informing your airline during booking. You can do so by ticking the ‘special needs’ box. That way, the airline can then put it on your reservation record such that the moment your plane lands, you’ll have someone to help you from the gate to baggage claim and ground transportation.

There are two public transport options available for anyone going from MSY airport to downtown: JET and RTA. Both can be accessed from the outer curb outside Level 3 Ticket Lobby. The taxi provides a more convenient means of transport from the airport as they’ll drop you anywhere downtown. However, they are expensive compared to the bus service.

Multiple airlines provide passengers with in-flight Wi-Fi. They include Delta, American Airlines, and Spirit Airlines. However, it is worth noting that the service is not the same. For example, the in-flight Wi-Fi on Spirit Airlines is only good for basic web browsing, while Delta and American Airlines allow you to stream movies and TV shows. Another difference is the cost. Delta and Spirit Airlines provide their Wi-Fi for free, while passengers on board an American Airlines flight will be required to pay a small fee to enjoy the services.