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Cheapest round-trip
$331
Typical prices: $367-$647
Southwest
Sat 10/20Sat 10/27
MSY - BHM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$166
Typical prices: $211-$393
Southwest
Mon 10/15
MSY - BHM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between New Orleans and Birmingham. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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December
Cheapest • 31% price drop
August
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Top layover airports
Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
Cheapest • Avg $171 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 3h 30m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Birmingham (MSY-BHM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New Orleans to Birmingham

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
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10:35 am - 3:55 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BHM Birmingham
5h 20m1 stop Houston Hobby
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2:25 pm - 5:55 pmBHM  Birmingham-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
3h 30m1 stop Nashville Intl
$331Southwest
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
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10:35 am - 4:15 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BHM Birmingham
5h 40m2 stops Houston Hobby Dallas Love Field
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4:30 pm - 10:30 pmBHM  Birmingham-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 00m1 stop Dallas Love Field
$336Southwest
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
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10:35 am - 4:15 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BHM Birmingham
5h 40m2 stops Houston Hobby Dallas Love Field
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6:05 am - 2:05 pmBHM  Birmingham-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 00m2 stops Nashville Intl Dallas Love Field
$341Southwest
Thu, Oct 15 - Fri, Oct 16
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5:10 am - 10:20 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BHM Birmingham
5h 10m1 stop Dallas Love Field
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5:45 pm - 12:15 amBHM  Birmingham-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
$348Southwest
Thu, Oct 15 - Fri, Oct 16
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6:55 am - 1:20 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BHM Birmingham
6h 25m1 stop Nashville Intl
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4:50 pm - 11:35 pmBHM  Birmingham-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 45m2 stops Nashville Intl Orlando
$353Southwest
Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 30
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4:50 pm - 11:20 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BHM Birmingham
6h 30m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Nashville Intl
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5:45 pm - 12:15 amBHM  Birmingham-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
$370Southwest
Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 30
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2:30 pm - 11:20 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BHM Birmingham
8h 50m1 stop Nashville Intl
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6:15 pm - 11:35 pmBHM  Birmingham-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 20m1 stop Orlando
$370Southwest
Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 30
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4:50 pm - 11:20 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BHM Birmingham
6h 30m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Nashville Intl
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4:50 pm - 11:35 pmBHM  Birmingham-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 45m2 stops Nashville Intl Orlando
$375Southwest
Fri, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 15
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6:13 pm - 10:57 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BHM Birmingham
4h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:28 pm - 11:59 pmBHM  Birmingham-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$395Delta
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
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5:00 am - 9:38 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BHM Birmingham
4h 38m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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11:00 am - 4:08 pmBHM  Birmingham-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 08m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$421United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for New Orleans to Birmingham flights

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

Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Birmingham typically range from $367 to $647. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $331, on Southwest.

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Key details for New Orleans to Birmingham flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$166
Beat the crowds with an average 62% drop in travelers.
One-way flight from New Orleans to Birmingham

When to book flights from New Orleans to Birmingham

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from New Orleans to Birmingham takes 00m, covering 321 miles.

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

    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 Birmingham flight?

    Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Birmingham range from $367 to $647, with an average of $467 over the past 12 months. Anything below $367 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from New Orleans to Birmingham 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 $331 to $1,569. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • Is it cheaper to take a train or bus instead of flying between New Orleans and Birmingham?

    Based on prices from the last 5 days, flying between New Orleans and Birmingham is around $331 round-trip, with a flight time of about 5h 20m. Recent train fares are around $111, with a trip time of about 8h 05m. Compared with flying, recent train fares are roughly 67% lower. However, taking the train takes about 2+ hours longer each way.

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

    One-way fares from New Orleans to Birmingham are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $196, which is 39% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Birmingham Airport (BHM)?

    Birmingham Airport (BHM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $28 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Avis
    • Budget

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

    Flights from New Orleans to Birmingham usually depart from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) and arrive at Birmingham (BHM).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 75% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 6% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas Love Field (DAL) - 6% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 50% on flights from New Orleans to Birmingham. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $367 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $729, a difference of $362.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 30m, compared with 3h 30m via Nashville Intl (BNA) and 4h 22m via Dallas Love Field (DAL).

  • What popular places can I visit in Birmingham?

    Some of the most popular sights in Birmingham are UAB Hospital Jefferson Tower and Alys Robinson Stephens Performing Arts Center. These are among the most viewed places in Birmingham on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking New Orleans to Birmingham 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average $367, about $362 less than Monday fares (50% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New Orleans to Birmingham trip for December. Fares historically average $324 round-trip in that month - typically $484 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 Birmingham Airport.

    • Ramada by Wyndham Birmingham Airport
    • Holiday Inn Birmingham-Airport By IHG
    • Relax Inn Hotel

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