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Cheapest round-trip
$159
Typical prices: $283-$480
Breeze Airways
Thu 12/6Mon 12/10
ROC - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$115
Typical prices: $128-$245
Breeze Airways
Wed 11/21
ROC - MSY • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Rochester and New Orleans. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 54% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $264 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 57m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Rochester to New Orleans (ROC-MSY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Rochester to New Orleans

Sun, Dec 6 - Thu, Dec 10
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2:37 pm - 6:45 pmROC  Greater Rochester Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 08m1 stop Charleston
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8:15 am - 1:57 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
4h 42m1 stop Charleston
$159Breeze Airways
Sun, Dec 6 - Thu, Dec 10
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2:37 pm - 6:45 pmROC  Greater Rochester Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 08m1 stop Charleston
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8:15 am - 1:57 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
4h 42m1 stop Charleston
$161Breeze Airways
Sun, Dec 6 - Thu, Dec 10
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2:37 pm - 6:45 pmROC  Greater Rochester Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 08m1 stop Charleston
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9:26 am - 6:09 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
31h 43m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Fort Lauderdale
$220Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Thu, Dec 10
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2:37 pm - 6:45 pmROC  Greater Rochester Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 08m1 stop Charleston
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11:11 am - 6:09 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
29h 58m2 stops Tampa Fort Lauderdale
$232Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
American Airlines Logo
6:47 pm - 12:12 amROC  Greater Rochester Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 25m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:00 am - 12:27 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
5h 27m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$267American Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
American Airlines Logo
6:20 pm - 11:00 pmROC  Greater Rochester Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 40m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:00 am - 12:09 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
5h 09m1 stop Philadelphia
$267American Airlines
Fri, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 11
Southwest Logo
5:35 pm - 10:10 pmROC  Greater Rochester Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 35m1 stop Chicago Midway
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5:05 am - 11:05 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
5h 00m1 stop Chicago Midway
$267Southwest
Mon, Dec 14 - Thu, Dec 17
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 12:01 pmROC  Greater Rochester Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:20 am - 11:01 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
4h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$267Delta
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
Delta Logo
5:15 am - 10:43 amROC  Greater Rochester Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 28m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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6:21 pm - 12:10 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
4h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$267Delta
Thu, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 25
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5:35 am - 12:25 pmROC  Greater Rochester Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 50m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Houston Hobby
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5:05 am - 11:05 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
5h 00m1 stop Chicago Midway
$272Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Rochester to New Orleans flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Rochester to New Orleans typically range from $283 to $480. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $159, on Breeze Airways.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Rochester to New Orleans. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 4% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Rochester to New Orleans at $266 round-trip.
•November ($509) and March ($488) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 91% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Rochester to New Orleans the cheapest?

Flights from Rochester to New Orleans are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 54% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Rochester to New Orleans flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$115
Beat the crowds with an average 23% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 25% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Rochester to New Orleans

When to book flights from Rochester to New Orleans

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Rochester to New Orleans:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Rochester to New Orleans takes 00m, covering 1,141 miles.

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

    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 Rochester to New Orleans flight?

    Round-trip flights from Rochester to New Orleans range from $283 to $480, with an average of $354 over the past 12 months. Anything below $283 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Rochester to New Orleans flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 55% above the $354 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Rochester to New Orleans 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 $159 to $1,378. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Rochester to New Orleans are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $152.

  • What car rental options are available at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $62 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Priceless
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

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

    Flights from Rochester to New Orleans usually depart from Greater Rochester Intl (ROC) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

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

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

    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Charleston (CHS) - 11% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 11% on flights from Rochester to New Orleans. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $332 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $370, a difference of $38.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Charleston (CHS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 57m, compared with 5h 05m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 5h 20m via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA).

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

    New Orleans is 1 hour behind Rochester (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in New Orleans?

    Some of the most popular sights in New Orleans are New Orleans Morial Convention Center, Caesars Superdome and Canal Street. These are among the most viewed places in New Orleans on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Rochester to New Orleans 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $332, about $38 less than Monday fares (10% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 54% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Rochester to New Orleans trip for January. Fares historically average $266 round-trip in that month - typically $243 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).

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