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Cheapest round-trip
$219
Typical prices: $346-$536
Breeze Airways
Sun 1/7Thu 1/11
MSY - ALB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$129
Typical prices: $171-$335
Breeze Airways
Wed 11/14
MSY - ALB • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between New Orleans and Albany. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • Avg $293 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Albany (MSY-ALB)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New Orleans to Albany

Thu, Jan 7 - Mon, Jan 11
Breeze Airways Logo
7:15 am - 4:17 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
8h 02m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
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12:20 pm - 6:54 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 34m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
$219Breeze Airways
Thu, Jan 7 - Mon, Jan 11
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 4:17 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
8h 02m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:46 pm - 7:58 amALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
38h 12m2 stops Tampa St. Petersburg Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$234Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
American Airlines Logo
4:46 pm - 10:38 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
4h 52m1 stop Philadelphia
American Airlines Logo
1:13 pm - 5:17 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 04m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$305American Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Mon, Dec 14
Southwest Logo
7:45 am - 3:20 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
6h 35m1 stop Nashville Intl
Southwest Logo
12:50 pm - 5:00 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 10m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$305Southwest
Thu, Dec 17 - Sat, Jan 9
American Airlines Logo
4:23 pm - 10:53 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
5h 30m1 stop Philadelphia
American Airlines Logo
8:59 am - 5:41 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 42m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Dallas/Fort Worth
$310American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
Southwest Logo
6:40 am - 5:15 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
9h 35m2 stops Houston Hobby Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
9:45 am - 5:00 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 15m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$310Southwest
Wed, Dec 9 - Mon, Dec 14
Southwest Logo
6:40 am - 5:15 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
9h 35m2 stops Houston Hobby Baltimore/Washington
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3:55 pm - 8:20 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 25m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$310Southwest
Thu, Dec 17 - Sat, Jan 9
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5:08 pm - 11:59 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
5h 51m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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7:18 am - 3:56 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 38m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$367JetBlue
Thu, Dec 24 - Mon, Dec 28
Delta Logo
6:18 am - 1:19 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
6h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:59 pm - 11:35 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$369Delta
Fri, Nov 20 - Fri, Nov 27
American Airlines Logo
5:24 am - 10:50 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
4h 26m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
10:34 am - 4:44 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 10m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$450American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for New Orleans to Albany flights

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

Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Albany typically range from $346 to $536. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $219, on Breeze Airways.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Orleans to Albany. It’s 23% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 36% higher.

Key details for New Orleans to Albany flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$129
Beat the crowds with an average 60% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 49% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from New Orleans to Albany

When to book flights from New Orleans to Albany

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New Orleans to Albany based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your New Orleans to Albany 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 New Orleans to Albany?

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

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class

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

    A nonstop flight from New Orleans to Albany takes 00m, covering 1,266 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from New Orleans to Albany?

    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 New Orleans to Albany flight?

    Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Albany range from $346 to $536, with an average of $446 over the past 12 months. Anything below $346 counts as a good deal.

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

    One-way fares from New Orleans to Albany are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $173, which is 27% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Albany Intl Airport (ALB)?

    Albany Intl Airport (ALB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $19 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Avis

  • Which airports can I use when flying from New Orleans to Albany?

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

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

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

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Philadelphia (PHL) - 15% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 43% on flights from New Orleans to Albany. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $346 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $607, a difference of $261.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 15m, compared with 5h 25m via Baltimore/Washington (BWI) and 5h 31m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

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

    Albany is 1 hour ahead of New Orleans (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Albany?

    Some of the most popular sights in Albany are Palace Theatre, Downtown Albany Farmers Market and Times Union Center. These are among the most viewed places in Albany on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking New Orleans to Albany 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $346, about $261 less than Sunday fares (43% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New Orleans to Albany trip for May. Fares historically average $288 round-trip in that month - typically $251 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Albany Intl Airport.

    • Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel By IHG
    • Hampton Inn Albany-Wolf Road (Airport)
    • Albany Airport Inn

More options for your flight from New Orleans to Albany

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