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Cheapest round-trip
$349
Typical prices: $418-$655
American Airlines
Thu 12/13Thu 12/20
SCE - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$319
Typical prices: $347-$396
United Airlines
Sun 1/28
SCE - MSY • 1 stop
When to travel
May
Cheapest • 24% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Cheapest • Avg $447 (round-trip)
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Shortest trip • 5h 13m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from State College to New Orleans (SCE-MSY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from State College to New Orleans

Sun, Dec 13 - Sun, Dec 20
American Airlines Logo
3:07 pm - 9:34 pmSCE  State College University Park-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 27m1 stop Philadelphia
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:20 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SCE State College University Park
7h 20m1 stop Philadelphia
$349American Airlines
Sun, Dec 13 - Sun, Dec 20
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:16 pmSCE  State College University Park-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 16m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 2:08 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SCE State College University Park
5h 08m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$384United Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11
American Airlines Logo
4:22 pm - 8:47 pmSCE  State College University Park-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 25m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
10:17 am - 3:57 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SCE State College University Park
4h 40m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$399American Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:16 pmSCE  State College University Park-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 16m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 2:13 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SCE State College University Park
5h 13m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$404United Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11
American Airlines Logo
2:28 pm - 10:57 pmSCE  State College University Park-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 29m2 stops Philadelphia Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
7:43 am - 6:43 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SCE State College University Park
10h 00m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Philadelphia
$409American Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Thu, Nov 19
American Airlines Logo
4:22 pm - 10:59 pmSCE  State College University Park-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 37m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:06 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SCE State College University Park
7h 06m1 stop Philadelphia
$429American Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Thu, Nov 19
American Airlines Logo
2:28 pm - 10:57 pmSCE  State College University Park-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 29m2 stops Philadelphia Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:06 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SCE State College University Park
7h 06m1 stop Philadelphia
$434American Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
United Airlines Logo
5:40 pm - 11:52 pmSCE  State College University Park-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 2:13 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SCE State College University Park
5h 13m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$459United Airlines
Sat, Jan 9 - Wed, Jan 13
United Airlines Logo
3:00 pm - 8:02 pmSCE  State College University Park-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 02m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 2:08 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SCE State College University Park
8h 08m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$464United Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
United Airlines Logo
5:40 pm - 11:52 pmSCE  State College University Park-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 7:04 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SCE State College University Park
11h 04m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$464United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for State College to New Orleans flights

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

Round-trip flights from State College to New Orleans typically range from $418 to $655. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $349, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from State College to New Orleans. It’s 26% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 32% higher.

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

•May is the cheapest month to fly from State College to New Orleans at $412 round-trip.
•September ($1,951) and July ($948) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 373% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for State College to New Orleans flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$319
Beat the crowds with an average 50% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 63% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from State College to New Orleans

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from State College 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 State College 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 State College to New Orleans?

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

  • How long is a flight from State College to New Orleans?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from State College to New Orleans. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 13m and 6h in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from State College 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 State College to New Orleans flight?

    Round-trip flights from State College to New Orleans range from $418 to $655, with an average of $546 over the past 12 months. Anything below $418 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from State College 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 $349 to $2,154. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from State College to New Orleans are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $532, which is 34% above 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
    • Hertz
    • Priceless
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

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

    Flights from State College to New Orleans usually depart from State College University Park (SCE) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

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

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

    • Philadelphia (PHL) - 56% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 16% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 44% on flights from State College to New Orleans. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $408 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $726, a difference of $318.

    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 State College to New Orleans?

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 13m, compared with 5h 58m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 6h via Philadelphia (PHL).

  • What is the time difference between State College and New Orleans?

    New Orleans is 1 hour behind State College (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 State College 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Friday flights average $408, about $318 less than Monday fares (44% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your State College to New Orleans trip for May. Fares historically average $412 round-trip in that month - typically $1,539 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).

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