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Cheapest round-trip
$214
Typical prices: $340-$560
Frontier
Fri 11/2Mon 11/5
SLC - MSY • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$499
Typical prices: $439-$644
Delta
Sun 1/21Tue 1/30
SLC - MSY • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 3h 17m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 62% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 21% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $197 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 07m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Salt Lake City to New Orleans (SLC-MSY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Salt Lake City to New Orleans

Mon, Nov 2 - Thu, Nov 5
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8:00 am - 4:13 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 13m2 stops Denver Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:08 pm - 12:17 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SLC Salt Lake City
8h 09m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Denver Intl
$214Frontier
Mon, Nov 2 - Thu, Nov 5
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8:00 am - 4:13 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 13m2 stops Denver Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:08 pm - 12:17 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SLC Salt Lake City
8h 09m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Denver Intl
$215Frontier
Wed, Oct 21 - Thu, Oct 22
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9:28 am - 5:10 amSLC  Salt Lake City-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
18h 42m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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5:25 pm - 12:19 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SLC Salt Lake City
7h 54m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Denver Intl
$257Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Mon, Dec 14
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2:07 pm - 5:10 amSLC  Salt Lake City-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
14h 03m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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11:18 am - 1:12 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SLC Salt Lake City
26h 54m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$262Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
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2:00 pm - 9:50 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 50m1 stop Houston Hobby
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6:15 am - 11:05 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SLC Salt Lake City
5h 50m1 stop Houston Hobby
$332Southwest
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
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12:45 pm - 11:00 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 15m1 stop Chicago Midway
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6:15 am - 2:30 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SLC Salt Lake City
9h 15m2 stops Houston Hobby Austin Bergstrom
$337Southwest
Mon, Nov 2 - Thu, Nov 5
American Airlines Logo
11:08 am - 9:35 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 27m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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10:53 am - 10:00 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SLC Salt Lake City
12h 07m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$383American Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
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7:00 am - 6:56 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
10h 56m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:41 am - 3:57 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SLC Salt Lake City
11h 16m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$383American Airlines
Tue, Jan 5 - Sun, Jan 10
Delta Logo
8:05 am - 11:27 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
14h 22m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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1:45 pm - 4:30 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SLC Salt Lake City
3h 45mnonstop
$461Delta
Tue, Jan 5 - Tue, Jan 12
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8:05 am - 11:27 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
14h 22m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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1:45 pm - 4:30 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SLC Salt Lake City
3h 45mnonstop
$461Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Salt Lake City to New Orleans flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Salt Lake City to New Orleans?

Round-trip flights from Salt Lake City to New Orleans start at $214. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $340 to $560. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $214 on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Salt Lake City to New Orleans?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Salt Lake City to New Orleans, it is 30% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 18% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Salt Lake City to New Orleans?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Salt Lake City to New Orleans at $358 round-trip.
•July ($579) and April ($558) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 61% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Salt Lake City to New Orleans the cheapest?

Flights from Salt Lake City to New Orleans are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 62% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Salt Lake City to New Orleans

 
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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on MSY

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.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on SLC

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Key details for Salt Lake City to New Orleans flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$106
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 27% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 10% increase in price.
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Your Salt Lake City to New Orleans flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Salt Lake City to New Orleans?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Salt Lake City to New Orleans:

    • Earliest: departs at 9:27 am and lands at 12:44 pm
    • Latest: departs at 9:37 am and lands at 12:54 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 17m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Salt Lake City to New Orleans?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Salt Lake City to New Orleans:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Salt Lake City to New Orleans?

    A nonstop flight from Salt Lake City to New Orleans takes 3h 17m, covering 1,426 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to New Orleans flight?

    Round-trip flights from Salt Lake City to New Orleans range from $340 to $560, with an average of $454 over the past 12 months. Anything below $340 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Salt Lake City to New Orleans flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 50% above the route average of $454. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $197 round-trip via Los Angeles (LAX), compared to $539 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$90 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 Salt Lake City to New Orleans?

    The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and JetBlue. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Salt Lake City to New Orleans spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Salt Lake City to New Orleans flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Salt Lake City 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 $214 to $1,652. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Salt Lake City to New Orleans flights?

    Delta is the only airline on the Salt Lake City to New Orleans route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Salt Lake City to New Orleans looking right now?

    One-way fares from Salt Lake City to New Orleans are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $180, which is 39% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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
    • Priceless
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Salt Lake City to New Orleans?

    Flights from Salt Lake City to New Orleans usually depart from Salt Lake City (SLC) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Salt Lake City to New Orleans pass through?

    One-stop flights from Salt Lake City to New Orleans most commonly connect through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Houston Hobby (HOU) - 4% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Salt Lake City to New Orleans route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 41%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $319 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $539: a $220 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines are available from Salt Lake City to New Orleans?

    Only Delta operates flights between Salt Lake City and New Orleans.

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

    Flying via Dallas Love Field (DAL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 07m, compared with 5h 19m via Houston Hobby (HOU) and 5h 51m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

  • What is the time difference between Salt Lake City and New Orleans?

    New Orleans is 1 hour ahead of Salt Lake City (Central Time vs Mountain 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.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Salt Lake City to New Orleans flights?

    Among airlines operating Salt Lake City to New Orleans flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Salt Lake City to New Orleans flights?

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

    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

  • Is Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) a hub?

    Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) is a hub for Delta Air Lines that offers both international and domestic flights. The airline has a huge airport presence and offers clients a comprehensive and extensive network of flight interconnectivity. Other airlines that operate a noteworthy number of flights are Alaska and Southwest Airlines, but they have no hubs at the airport.

  • How can I get downtown from Louis Armstrong, New Orleans International Airport (MSY)?

    If you are looking for a cheaper way of getting downtown from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), hop onto a Veterans-Airport (E1) bus that takes roughly 50 minutes. You can also take a taxi, a faster option, to the loading zone outside Baggage Claim Level 1, Door 7 at the Arrivals Curb. The journey takes about 18 minutes over 11 miles via taxi.

  • Can infants travel with American Airlines?

    Infants are allowed to fly on American Airlines from the tender age of 2. Infants fly without additional fees on their guardian's laps in the same cabin class booked by the guardian. It's important to note that guardian must be 16 years old and above. Additionally, infants as young as 48 hours old can travel, but guardians must submit a medical clearance form that they have fully and duly signed.

  • Can I order a special meal on Delta Air Lines?

    Delta Air Lines offers special meals on board upon advance notice. The notice must be placed up to 24 h before your flight's departure. A wide range of meals varies from low-cholesterol, low-sodium, vegetarian and diabetic. On reaching the Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) it is pertinent to inform them about the meal you ordered and confirm with the flight attendant upon boarding the flight.

Your guide to booking Salt Lake City to New Orleans flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $319 - about $220 less than Sunday (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 62% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Salt Lake City to New Orleans trip for November. Fares historically average $358 round-trip in that month - typically $221 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Los Angeles Airport (LAX) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $197 round-trip on this route - about $342 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • Traveling children aged 5 and 14 can fly alone under the unaccompanied minor services provided by United Airlines. These minors must be booked on direct flights from Salt Lake City (SLC) to New Orleans (MSY). All minors aged between 15 and 17 who can fly solo are regular passengers, but can use the unaccompanied minor service at an additional fee.
  • Time-bared passengers can hop into a taxi downtown or board a TRAX Light Rail. Taxis are the fastest means of getting to the airport. It takes roughly 15 to 20 minutes to get to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), located 7.5 miles from downtown. TRAX Light Rail is cheaper, but will take approximately 20 to 25 minutes.
  • If you are seeking to get to New Orleans from Salt Lake City, you can book a flight with Southwest Airlines. The airline has a policy for regulating the flying of expectant mothers. Future mothers can fly as regular passengers from week 1 to week 28. After the 28th week, all expectant mothers are required to submit a valid medical clearance certificate from a doctor. SouthWest advises against flying after 38 weeks.
  • If you are traveling with United Airlines, it is essential to note that you can carry checked baggage on Economy and Premium Economy weighing up to 50 lbs. If your reservation is Business Class, First Class, or Polaris Business Class, you can have baggage weighing up to 70 lbs. The maximum dimension of checked baggage allowed is 30 × 20 × 12 inches, plus the wheels and handles.
  • American Airlines provide special services for senior citizens from Salt Lake City to New Orleans. All senior citizens are allowed to board their flights earlier than everyone else. If you have a challenge in hearing and vision, it is pertinent to notify the airline in advance for assistance. Additionally, dedicated flight attendants are willing and committed to offering wheelchair services over long distances within the airport premises.

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

Delta

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Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

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New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Salt Lake City

Monday

Delta

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

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