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Cheapest round-trip
$319
Typical prices: $347-$533
American Airlines
Tue 10/2Sat 10/6
MSY - FWA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$245
Typical prices: $268-$449
Multiple Airlines
Sat 11/10
MSY - FWA • 3 stops
When to travel
April
Cheapest • 31% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $400 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 5h 07m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Fort Wayne (MSY-FWA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New Orleans to Fort Wayne

Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6
American Airlines Logo
2:30 pm - 9:37 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FWA Fort Wayne
6h 07m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
7:33 am - 1:12 pmFWA  Fort Wayne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 39m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$319American Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6
United Airlines Logo
2:21 pm - 8:05 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FWA Fort Wayne
4h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 4:13 pmFWA  Fort Wayne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 58m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$324United Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 13
Delta Logo
3:39 pm - 11:34 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FWA Fort Wayne
6h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
1:07 pm - 6:38 pmFWA  Fort Wayne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$339Delta
Sat, Sep 26 - Wed, Sep 30
American Airlines Logo
8:18 am - 4:06 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FWA Fort Wayne
6h 48m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 11:38 pmFWA  Fort Wayne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$349American Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 13
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:13 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FWA Fort Wayne
5h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:15 am - 1:12 pmFWA  Fort Wayne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 57m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$350United Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Wed, Sep 30
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:50 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FWA Fort Wayne
5h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:40 am - 1:13 pmFWA  Fort Wayne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 33m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$354United Airlines
Wed, Jan 27 - Sat, Jan 30
United Airlines Logo
2:14 pm - 10:11 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FWA Fort Wayne
6h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:15 am - 9:31 amFWA  Fort Wayne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$365United Airlines
Wed, Jan 27 - Sat, Jan 30
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:26 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FWA Fort Wayne
5h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
11:15 am - 7:50 pmFWA  Fort Wayne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 35m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$370United Airlines
Wed, Jan 27 - Sat, Jan 30
United Airlines Logo
2:12 pm - 11:57 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FWA Fort Wayne
8h 45m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:25 am - 4:03 pmFWA  Fort Wayne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 38m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$375United Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Wed, Sep 30
American Airlines Logo
8:18 am - 4:06 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FWA Fort Wayne
6h 48m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 11:38 pmFWA  Fort Wayne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$399American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for New Orleans to Fort Wayne flights

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

Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Fort Wayne start at $319. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $347 to $533. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $319 on American Airlines.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Orleans to Fort Wayne, it is 42% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 122% 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 Fort Wayne flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$245
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 23% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 30% lower on average.
Flight from New Orleans to Fort Wayne

When to book flights from New Orleans to Fort Wayne

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

    Flights from New Orleans to Fort Wayne usually depart from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) and arrive at Fort Wayne (FWA).

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

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

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 9% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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 Fort Wayne?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 74% on the New Orleans to Fort Wayne route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $274 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,050, a difference of $776. 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 long is a flight from New Orleans to Fort Wayne?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from New Orleans to Fort Wayne. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 07m and 6h 08m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    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 Fort Wayne 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 $319 to $1,012. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from New Orleans to Fort Wayne are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $290, which is 36% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 07m, compared with 5h 33m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 5h 38m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between New Orleans and Fort Wayne?

    Fort Wayne 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 Fort Wayne Airport (FWA)?

    Fort Wayne Airport (FWA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $28 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Avis
    • National

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

    Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Fort Wayne range from $347 to $533, with an average of $472 over the past 12 months. Anything below $347 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking New Orleans to Fort Wayne 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 Tuesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $274 - about $776 less than Saturday (74% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New Orleans to Fort Wayne trip for April. Fares historically average $328 round-trip in that month - typically $450 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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