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Cheapest round-trip
$265
Typical prices: $350-$536
Breeze Airways
Fri 9/14Tue 9/25
MSY - ALB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$127
Typical prices: $171-$364
Breeze Airways
Wed 10/10
MSY - ALB • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
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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May
Cheapest • 35% price drop
November
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Top layover airports
Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
Cheapest • Avg $293 (round-trip)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 5h 12m (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

Mon, Sep 14 - Fri, Sep 25
Breeze Airways Logo
7:00 am - 7:38 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
11h 38m1 stop Charleston
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8:18 pm - 10:11 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
26h 53m1 stop Charleston
$265Breeze Airways
Mon, Sep 14 - Sun, Sep 27
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 7:38 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
11h 38m1 stop Charleston
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:15 am - 4:22 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
30h 07m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$280Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Fri, Sep 25
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:17 pm - 10:25 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
40h 08m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Fort Lauderdale
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:18 pm - 10:11 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
26h 53m1 stop Charleston
$282Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23
American Airlines Logo
10:19 am - 4:19 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
5h 00m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:36 pm - 11:38 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$341American Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Sat, Sep 26
American Airlines Logo
5:23 pm - 11:49 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
5h 26m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
6:36 pm - 11:38 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$341American Airlines
Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 28
Delta Logo
5:15 am - 11:14 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
4h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:23 pm - 10:13 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$341Delta
Thu, Oct 8 - Mon, Oct 12
Delta Logo
6:02 pm - 11:50 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
4h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:29 amALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 29m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$341Delta
Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 10
Southwest Logo
5:00 am - 11:10 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
5h 10m1 stop Chicago Midway
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5:05 pm - 10:30 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 25m1 stop Nashville Intl
$341Southwest
Wed, Sep 16 - Mon, Sep 28
Delta Logo
5:15 am - 11:14 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
4h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:23 pm - 11:37 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$341Delta
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13
Southwest Logo
5:35 am - 2:10 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ALB Albany Intl
7h 35m2 stops Tampa Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
4:10 pm - 10:50 pmALB  Albany Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 40m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway
$373Southwest
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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 start at $265. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $350 to $536. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $265 on Breeze Airways.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Orleans to Albany, it is 21% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 29% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for New Orleans to Albany flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$127
Most popular time to fly with an average 25% increase in price.
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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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).

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

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

  • 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) - 34% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 10% of one-stop connections

    Charlotte Douglas (CLT) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the New Orleans to Albany route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 39%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $352 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $574: a $222 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Albany?

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

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

    A nonstop flight from New Orleans to Albany takes 0h 00m, covering 1,266 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from New Orleans to Albany?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

  • 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.

  • Have flight prices from New Orleans to Albany 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 $265 to $1,775. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 $202, which is 18% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 12m, compared with 5h 28m via Baltimore/Washington (BWI) and 5h 35m 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 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 $20 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Dollar
    · Hertz
    · Budget
    · Alamo
    · Avis

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

    Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Albany range from $350 to $536, with an average of $442 over the past 12 months. Anything below $350 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $352 - about $222 less than Wednesday (39% 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 $264 less than the most expensive month, which is November (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)
    - Tru by Hilton Albany Airport

Everything you need to know for your flight from New Orleans to Albany

Information on your arrival and departure airports

New Orleans (MSY)
Albany (ALB)