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Cheapest round-trip
$195
Typical prices: $157-$302
Southwest
Sat 10/24Tue 10/27
MSY - LGA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$207
Typical prices: $147-$342
JetBlue
Wed 10/14Sat 10/24
MSY - JFK • Non-stop
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JetBlue Even More Space adds up to 7 inches; Delta Comfort Plus adds up to 3.
JetBlue offers free Wi-Fi; Southwest includes a free carry-on on this route.
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Shortest trip • 4h 09m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New Orleans to New York (MSY-NYC)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from New Orleans to New York that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New Orleans to New York

Sat, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 27
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7:10 am - 3:55 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LGA New York LaGuardia
7h 45m1 stop Kansas City
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3:50 pm - 6:20 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
3h 30mnonstop
$195Southwest
Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22
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8:30 am - 4:05 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LGA New York LaGuardia
6h 35m1 stop Dallas Love Field
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6:30 pm - 8:45 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
3h 15mnonstop
$195Southwest
Thu, Sep 3 - Tue, Sep 8
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12:14 pm - 4:24 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
3h 10mnonstop
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9:00 am - 11:24 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
3h 24mnonstop
$207JetBlue
Sat, Oct 17 - Tue, Oct 20
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5:50 pm - 9:48 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
2h 58mnonstop
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2:30 pm - 4:51 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
3h 21mnonstop
$207JetBlue
Sat, Sep 12 - Tue, Sep 15
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12:22 pm - 8:35 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
7h 13m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:30 am - 1:11 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 41m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$207American Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 5
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12:14 pm - 4:24 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
3h 10mnonstop
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1:00 pm - 6:02 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$207Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19
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5:02 pm - 11:15 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LGA New York LaGuardia
5h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:25 am - 4:07 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
10h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$208Frontier
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
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5:02 pm - 11:15 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LGA New York LaGuardia
5h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:25 am - 4:07 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
10h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$208Frontier
Wed, Oct 7 - Sat, Oct 10
American Airlines Logo
6:09 pm - 10:10 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LGA New York LaGuardia
3h 01mnonstop
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3:00 pm - 5:19 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
3h 19mnonstop
$209American Airlines
Wed, Sep 2 - Sat, Sep 5
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2:31 pm - 9:41 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 10m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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1:00 pm - 6:02 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$230Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for New Orleans to New York flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from New Orleans to New York to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from New Orleans to New York departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to New York from New Orleans usually cost between $207 and $332 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $195 on Southwest (Sep 8-Sep 15).

What is the cheapest New Orleans to New York flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from New Orleans to New York costs $136 on the route between New Orleans (MSY) and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 24% cheaper than other New Orleans-New York routes. It is also the most popular route.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Orleans to New York?

The average price of all round-trip flights from New Orleans to New York clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from New Orleans to New York, you should consider leaving on a Friday and avoid Mondays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to New Orleans, you’ll find the best rates on Tuesdays and the most expensive ones on Thursdays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to New York?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from New Orleans to New York, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from New Orleans to New York is February, where tickets cost $212 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $327 and $310 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from New Orleans to New York?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $321, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New Orleans to New York?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from New Orleans to New York, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from New Orleans to New York, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 32% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 14 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from New Orleans to New York

 
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Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$118
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 9% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 16% increase in price.
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When to book flights from New Orleans to New York

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

  • How can I fly from MSY to NYC?

    Spirit Airlines, jetBlue, United Airlines, and American Airlines are among the airlines that operate non-stop flights from MSY to NYC. Most of these flights land at either JFK or EWR. Spirit Airlines and American Airlines operate one-stop flights between MSY and NYC. These flights land at any of all three major NYC airports. Layover cities include Fort Lauderdale (FLL), Charlotte (CLT), and Miami (MIA).

  • Where can I park long-term at MSY?

    To park long-term at MSY, you have three options. The first is the Long-Term Parking Garage which is across from Arrivals. There is also The Surface Lot, which is just a short walk away from the terminal. The third option is the Economy Garage, which is off MSY property. This garage is less expensive and there is shuttle service to the terminal 24h a day, 7 days a week.

  • Does MSY have a therapy dog program?

    Yes. The MSY K9 Krewe provides around 13 dogs and their handlers to roam the airport, hoping to offer comfort to passengers who feel stressed, anxious, sad, or confused. These therapy animals can help make airport travel much more enjoyable, especially during high-stress times, such as the holidays.

  • Is it worth it to take a cab from an NYC airport?

    While it is true that taking public transportation such as the train and the subway is a less expensive option, for scheduling reasons, sometimes this is not possible. If you take a cab, there will be a flat fee. And sometimes there is a surcharge as well, based on the time of day. When you add in the tip, the cab ride sometimes comes out to as much as around $90. An Uber or Lyft is usually slightly more expensive than a cab.

  • What is the cheapest flight from New Orleans to New York?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from New Orleans to New York was $118 for a one-way ticket and $195 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between New Orleans and New York?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from New Orleans to New York. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from New Orleans to New York?

    On your way to New York, you’ll fly out from New Orleans Louis Armstrong. You’ll be landing in one of New York’s 3 airports: Newark, New York John F Kennedy Intl, or New York LaGuardia.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from New Orleans to New York?

    JetBlue, American Airlines, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the New Orleans to New York flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New Orleans to New York?

    The Airbus A220-300 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the New Orleans to New York flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from New Orleans to New York?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between New Orleans and New York, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from New Orleans to New York?

    There are nonstop flights from New Orleans to New York on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from New Orleans to New York, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from New Orleans to New York are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $299 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $280 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New Orleans to New York?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from New Orleans to New York.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New Orleans to New York?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New York from New Orleans is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from New Orleans to New York?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to New York with an airline and back to New Orleans with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New Orleans to New York?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to New York from New Orleans up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from New Orleans to New York

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $181 or less one-way and $266 or less round-trip.
  • New York City (NYC) has three major airports: LaGuardia Airport (LGA), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), and JFK. LGA is a hub for Delta and American Airlines. EWR is a hub for United Airlines. JFK is a hub of American Airlines and Delta. The Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) is a regional hub for Southwest Airlines.
  • All three major NYC airports provide designated areas for traveling mothers, where they can breastfeed in private if they choose or pump if they need to. Throughout their terminals, JFK, EWR, and LGA provide nursing rooms and freestanding lactation pods.
  • All three major NYC airports provide areas inside the terminals where pets or service animals can go to the bathroom or get a drink of water. LGA has both pre-security and post-security areas for animal relief. EWR has eight relief stations throughout their terminals. JFK has two pet relief areas, at gate B30 and Terminal 5.
  • An MSY, on Level 2 Departures, post-security, travelers can take advantage of a Meditation Room. This is a quiet place that welcomes everyone who needs to rest, reflect, or relax at this stage in their journey.
  • If someone is seeing you off at MSY and you would like to dine with them at the airport before your flight, your guest can obtain an MSY Guest Pass. This pass allows non-ticketed people into the airport to enjoy the concessions that are beyond security.

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New Orleans Louis Armstrong to New York

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue, +1 more

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Thursday

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Friday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue, +1 more

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Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

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New York to New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Friday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue, +1 more

American Airlines,Delta, +2 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue, +1 more

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