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Cheapest round-trip
$234
Typical prices: $177-$306
JetBlue
Wed 8/26Wed 9/2
JFK - MSY • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$124
Typical prices: $100-$223
Delta
Tue 8/25
JFK - MSY • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from John F Kennedy Intl to New Orleans (JFK-MSY)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from John F Kennedy Intl to New Orleans 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 John F Kennedy Intl to New Orleans

Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 2
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9:00 am - 11:24 am-
3h 24mnonstop
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12:14 pm - 4:24 pm-
3h 10mnonstop
$234JetBlue
Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 2
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6h 02m
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3h 10mnonstop
$242Multiple Airlines
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$242Multiple Airlines
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3h 24mnonstop
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3h 10mnonstop
$245JetBlue
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$246Frontier
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3h 09mnonstop
$247Delta
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$247Delta
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17h 33m
$249Frontier
Tue, Aug 25 - Wed, Aug 26
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11:31 am - 5:11 pm-
6h 40m
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12:29 pm - 9:00 pm-
7h 31m
$267American Airlines
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7h 52m
$267American Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for John F Kennedy Intl to New Orleans flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to New Orleans?

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 York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to New Orleans departing in August.

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to New Orleans from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport usually cost between $217 and $352 in August.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $234 on JetBlue (Aug 26-Sep 2).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York John F Kennedy Airport to New Orleans?

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

For New York John F Kennedy Airport to New Orleans, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Thursday is the most expensive. Flying from New Orleans back to New York John F Kennedy Airport, the best deals are generally found on Friday, with Monday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to New Orleans?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to New Orleans, 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 York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to New Orleans is September, where tickets cost $184 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $346 and $341 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to New Orleans?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to New Orleans, 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 York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to New Orleans, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 19% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 20 weeks before departure.

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Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$124
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 10% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
Flight from New York John F Kennedy Airport to New Orleans

When to book flights from John F Kennedy Intl to New Orleans

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from John F Kennedy Intl to New Orleans 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 New York John F Kennedy Airport to New Orleans flights

  • What is the carry-on luggage for American Airlines?

    When traveling with American Airlines, you can bring one bag and one personal item on board. The bag must not exceed 22 inches × 14 inches × 9 inches in dimension and should fit in the overhead bin. The personal item, which could be a purse or a laptop bag, should be under 18 × 14 × 8 inches and must fit under the seat in front of you.

  • Which is the arrival terminal at New Orleans Louis Armstrong?

    MSY has one terminal with four concourses: Concourse A, B, C, and D. Your arrival location will depend on the airline you use. For instance, if you are flying with Delta or American Airlines, you will land in Concourse C.

  • What are the towns I can easily get to from New Orleans Louis Armstrong?

    MSY is the primary airport serving New Orleans and is 11 miles west of downtown New Orleans. Other towns served by the airport include Kenner, Westwego, Waggaman, and Harahan.

  • What is the most convenient way to travel from New Orleans Louis Armstrong without a car?

    Taking the bus from the airport is the most convenient public transport from MSY to downtown New Orleans. Buses are available at Level 1 Baggage Claim outside Door 2, Zones B4 and B5. The journey downtown takes about 50 minutes.

  • What is the cheapest flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to New Orleans?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to New Orleans was $124 for a one-way ticket and $234 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between New York John F Kennedy Airport and New Orleans?

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

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

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

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York John F Kennedy Airport to New Orleans?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport to New Orleans?

    oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between New York John F Kennedy Airport and New Orleans, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from New York John F Kennedy Airport to New Orleans?

    There are nonstop flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport to New Orleans on a daily basis.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from New York to New Orleans are Delta and JetBlue. With an average price for the route of $297 and an overall rating of 7.8, Delta is the most popular choice. JetBlue is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $319 and an overall rating of 7.2.

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

    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 York John F Kennedy Airport to New Orleans.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New Orleans from New York John F Kennedy Airport 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 York John F Kennedy Airport to New Orleans?

    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 Orleans with an airline and back to New York John F Kennedy Airport with another airline. Booking your flights between New York John F Kennedy Airport and MSY can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

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

    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 Orleans from New York John F Kennedy Airport 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 York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to New Orleans

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $182 or less one-way and $263 or less round-trip.
  • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) has five operational terminals: Terminal 1, Terminal 4, Terminal 5, Terminal 7, and Terminal 8. On your flight from (JFK) to New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY), your departure terminal will depend on the airline you’re flying with. If you are flying with JetBlue, you will depart from Terminal 5. If journeying with Delta Air Lines, your departure terminal at JFK will be Terminal 4.
  • You don’t need to worry about struggling in JFK if you have limited mobility. The airport provides wheelchair services; you must communicate at least 48 hours before your flight for coordination. In every terminal, there is one wheelchair-accessible restroom. Moreover, travelers with disabilities are assigned the parking garage that is closest to the terminal entrances so they don’t have a hard time.
  • If you want to travel sustainably on the JFK-MSY route, consider flying with Delta Airlines or American Airlines, as they are among the most eco-friendly in the world. Both airlines are committed to reducing carbonization in the atmosphere and are converting their fleets into modern fuel-efficient ones. They are also proficient with waste management and recycling plastic products.
  • Suppose you are traveling with an infant. If that is the case, then Delta Air Lines would be perfect for you. This is because children under the age of 2 travel for free on the lap of the accompanying adult within the United States. Bassinets are free of charge onboard for kids that are not more than 20 lbs heavy and 26 inches long; requesting them before the flight is advisable.
  • You can bring a liquid, aerosol, or gel on your JFK flight to MSY, provided it is a 3.4-ounce container. You must put the container in a transparent, resealable bag with a maximum capacity of one liter.

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New York John F Kennedy Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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New Orleans Louis Armstrong to New York John F Kennedy Intl

Monday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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