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Cheapest round-trip
$179
Typical prices: $269-$456
American Airlines
Wed 11/7Sat 11/10
ROC - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$90
Typical prices: $128-$251
Southwest
Fri 11/2
ROC - MSY • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
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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When to book
21 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 53% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 25% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top layover airports
New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK)
Cheapest • Avg $248 (round-trip)
Charleston (CHS)
Shortest trip • 4h 55m (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

Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10
American Airlines Logo
6:07 pm - 10:59 pmROC  Greater Rochester Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 52m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
5:30 pm - 11:45 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
5h 15m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$179American Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Wed, Dec 9
Southwest Logo
5:55 am - 10:10 amROC  Greater Rochester Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 15m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
4:00 pm - 9:55 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
4h 55m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$180Southwest
Mon, Dec 7 - Wed, Dec 9
Southwest Logo
5:55 am - 10:10 amROC  Greater Rochester Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 15m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
3:05 pm - 9:55 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
5h 50m2 stops Nashville Intl Baltimore/Washington
$185Southwest
Fri, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 10
American Airlines Logo
7:15 pm - 11:59 pmROC  Greater Rochester Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 44m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:09 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
5h 09m1 stop Philadelphia
$201American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Thu, Dec 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:23 pm - 8:41 amROC  Greater Rochester Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
38h 18m2 stops Raleigh-Durham Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 1:57 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
4h 42m1 stop Charleston
$218Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 23 - Tue, Mar 2
Breeze Airways Logo
2:37 pm - 6:45 pmROC  Greater Rochester Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 08m1 stop Charleston
Breeze Airways Logo
8:15 am - 1:57 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
4h 42m1 stop Charleston
$219Breeze Airways
Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 14
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:15 amROC  Greater Rochester Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 15m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:33 am - 4:39 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
5h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$223United Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 14
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:15 amROC  Greater Rochester Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 15m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 4:39 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
10h 39m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$228United Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
Breeze Airways Logo
12:06 pm - 7:29 pmROC  Greater Rochester Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 23m1 stop Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
Breeze Airways Logo
7:00 am - 6:25 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
10h 25m1 stop Tampa
$232Breeze Airways
Fri, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:59 pm - 8:41 amROC  Greater Rochester Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
38h 42m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 1:57 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ROC Greater Rochester Intl
4h 42m1 stop Charleston
$255Multiple Airlines
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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 $269 to $456. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $179, on American Airlines.

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, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Rochester to New Orleans. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 7% 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 $256 round-trip.
•March ($488) and April ($432) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 90% 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 53% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Rochester to New Orleans flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$90
Beat the crowds with an average 10% drop 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?

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

  • 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 $269 to $456, with an average of $343 over the past 12 months. Anything below $269 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 56% above the $343 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 $179 to $1,401. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x 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 $157.

  • 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 starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Priceless
    • 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
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 12% 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 17% on flights from Rochester to New Orleans. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $310 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $370, a difference of $60.

    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 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 55m, compared with 5h 09m 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 Caesars Superdome, New Orleans Morial Convention Center 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $310, about $60 less than Monday fares (16% 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 53% 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 $256 round-trip in that month - typically $232 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

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