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Cheapest round-trip
$220
Typical prices: $261-$436
Breeze Airways, Frontier
Tue 11/6Thu 11/8
MSY - RIC • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$277
Typical prices: $213-$358
Breeze Airways
Fri 10/19Tue 10/23
MSY - RIC • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Breeze Airways. Average duration is 2h 15m
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Cheapest • 20% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $269 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 38m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Richmond (MSY-RIC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New Orleans to Richmond

Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8
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1:25 pm - 4:40 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
2h 15mnonstop
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3:53 pm - 8:12 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 19m1 stop Orlando
$220Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Sun, Oct 25
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1:25 pm - 4:40 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
2h 15mnonstop
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3:50 pm - 8:09 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 19m1 stop Orlando
$245Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Fri, Oct 23
Breeze Airways Logo
1:25 pm - 4:40 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
2h 15mnonstop
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5:20 pm - 7:06 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
2h 46mnonstop
$277Breeze Airways
Mon, Oct 19 - Fri, Oct 23
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1:25 pm - 4:40 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
2h 15mnonstop
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5:20 pm - 7:06 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
2h 46mnonstop
$287Breeze Airways
Wed, Oct 21 - Fri, Oct 23
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6:00 am - 3:47 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
8h 47m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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3:05 pm - 10:32 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 27m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$316JetBlue
Wed, Dec 23 - Wed, Dec 30
Southwest Logo
5:05 pm - 11:35 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 30m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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6:15 pm - 10:05 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 50m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$339Southwest
Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Nov 17
JetBlue Logo
7:35 am - 2:23 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 48m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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3:25 pm - 10:27 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 02m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$342JetBlue
Wed, Dec 23 - Wed, Dec 30
Southwest Logo
2:35 pm - 11:35 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
8h 00m2 stops Nashville Intl Baltimore/Washington
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6:15 pm - 10:05 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 50m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$345Southwest
Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29
American Airlines Logo
3:27 pm - 10:36 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 09m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:00 am - 8:20 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 20m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$346American Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27
American Airlines Logo
6:35 pm - 11:59 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
4h 24m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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7:58 pm - 12:12 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 14m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$351American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for New Orleans to Richmond flights

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Orleans to Richmond. It’s 18% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 67% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to Richmond?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to Richmond at $268 round-trip.
•September ($655) and April ($423) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 144% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for New Orleans to Richmond flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$63
Beat the crowds with an average 45% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 31% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from New Orleans to Richmond

When to book flights from New Orleans to Richmond

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New Orleans to Richmond 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 Richmond flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 1:25 pm and lands at 3:40 pm
    • Latest: departs at 1:25 pm and lands at 3:40 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 15m.

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from New Orleans to Richmond takes 2h 15m, covering 905 miles.

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

    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 Richmond flight?

    Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Richmond range from $261 to $436, with an average of $336 over the past 12 months. Anything below $261 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from New Orleans to Richmond?

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $268 round-trip and layover options via Jacksonville (JAX) at $269.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from New Orleans to Richmond?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $100–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from New Orleans to Richmond?

    The Airbus A220-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Breeze Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 190 variants.

  • Have flight prices from New Orleans to Richmond 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 $220 to $1,359. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from New Orleans to Richmond are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $116, which is 50% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Richmond Byrd Intl Airport (RIC)?

    Richmond Byrd Intl Airport (RIC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $32 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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

    Flights from New Orleans to Richmond usually depart from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) and arrive at Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 45% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 51% on flights from New Orleans to Richmond. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $277 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $563, a difference of $286.

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

  • What airlines fly from New Orleans to Richmond?

    Only Breeze Airways operates flights between New Orleans and Richmond.

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

    Flying via Jacksonville (JAX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 16m, compared with 4h 38m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 4h 41m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

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

    Richmond 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 Richmond?

    Some of the most popular sights in Richmond are Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Hippodrome Theater and St. John's Episcopal Church. These are among the most viewed places in Richmond on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on New Orleans to Richmond flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Breeze Airways: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking New Orleans to Richmond 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average $277, about $286 less than Sunday fares (51% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New Orleans to Richmond trip for October. Fares historically average $268 round-trip in that month - typically $387 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Richmond Byrd Intl Airport.

    • Candlewood Suites Richmond Airport By IHG
    • DoubleTree by Hilton Richmond Airport
    • Super 8 by Wyndham Richmond Airport VA

Prefer to fly direct from New Orleans to Richmond?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Richmond Byrd Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Richmond Byrd Intl

Monday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Friday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

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Direct returns

Richmond Byrd Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Monday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Friday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

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