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$89+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Cancún (CUN)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — CUN
Mar 30 — Apr 61
Sun 3/30
Sun 4/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Cancun are usually found in February or September, booked 24 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Cancún

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to Cancún (CUN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated March 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$225
(Priceline)

One-way from

$89
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$479

Good round-trip deal

$260 or less

Good one-way deal

$103 or less
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Cancún
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Cancún. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 25, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/168:56 pmMSY - CUN
1 stop16h 12mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/1910:21 amCUN - MSY
Nonstop1h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/24$225
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/158:56 pmMSY - CUN
1 stop16h 12mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/229:55 amCUN - MSY
1 stop8h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$300
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/142:05 pmMSY - CUN
1 stop6h 15mDelta
Wed 5/213:35 pmCUN - MSY
1 stop7h 56mDelta
Deal found 3/23$351
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/205:12 amMSY - CUN
1 stop6h 48mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/257:50 amCUN - MSY
1 stop7h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$396
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/1110:19 amMSY - CUN
2 stops14h 36mAeromexico
Fri 4/188:33 amCUN - MSY
2 stops15h 00mAeromexico
Deal found 3/24$411

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans to Cancún that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Cancún that are best for you.

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New Orleans

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Cancún

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New OrleansCancún

MSY - CUN

MSYCUN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 5/16

8:56 pm-1:08 pm

1 stop16h 12m

Cancun

Mon 5/19

10:21 am-12:16 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$225

New OrleansCancún

MSY - CUN

MSYCUN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/15

8:56 pm-1:08 pm

1 stop16h 12m

Cancun

Thu 5/22

9:55 am-6:05 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$300

New OrleansCancún

MSY - CUN

MSYCUN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 5/14

10:50 am-8:20 pm

1 stop9h 30m

Cancun

Tue 5/20

8:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$351

New OrleansCancún

MSY - CUN

MSYCUN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/20

5:12 am-12:00 pm

1 stop6h 48m

Cancun

Sun 5/25

7:50 am-3:24 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$396

New OrleansCancún

MSY - CUN

MSYCUN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 4/11

10:19 am-12:55 am

2 stops14h 36m

Cancun

Fri 4/18

8:33 am-11:33 pm

2 stops15h 00m

$411

New OrleansCancún

MSY - CUN

MSYCUN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 4/22

7:35 am-9:34 am

Nonstop1h 59m

$89

New OrleansCancún

MSY - CUN

MSYCUN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 5/11

2:05 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$156

New OrleansCancún

MSY - CUN

MSYCUN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 5/10

3:58 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops21h 42m

$176

New OrleansCancún

MSY - CUN

MSYCUN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 4/17

7:00 am-8:34 pm

2 stops13h 34m

$179

New OrleansCancún

MSY - CUN

MSYCUN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 6/4

9:27 pm-11:27 am

1 stop14h 00m

$192

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from New Orleans to Cancún in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
ScholarTripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Cancún flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on New Orleans-Cancún flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New Orleans-Cancún flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Cancún flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for New Orleans-Cancún flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Cancún

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Orleans to Cancún

How far ahead should I book a flight from New Orleans to Cancún?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Cancún. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New Orleans to Cancún, you should look to book at least 24 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to Cancún?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Cancún (average of $360). Flying from New Orleans to Cancún in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MSY to CUN?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Cancún. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 25, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from New Orleans to Cancún in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 30% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Orleans to Cancún?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Cancún. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New Orleans to Cancún flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Cancún by month

Plan your trip to Cancún by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cancún ranges from 1.1 - 11.1 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.1 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Cancún when rainfall is around 1.1 in.

Temperature in Cancún by month

Plan your trip to Cancún by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cancún, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 86.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 75.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cancún

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cancún. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cancún. Reviews last updated March 25, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Orleans to Cancún, such as Southwest, Delta and Aeromexico. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,890 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,700 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,878 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Orleans to Cancún. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this New Orleans to Cancún flight route?

    Within the past month, 17 users have taken a look at flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Cancun.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New Orleans to Cancún round-trip?

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Cancún, with prices starting at $225. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and Frontier, with the lowest prices starting at $351 and $389, respectively. Spirit Airlines is priced at 47% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Orleans to Cancún one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $89. Delta flights start at $156 while deals on American Airlines start at $176 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New Orleans to Cancún?

    While on average a flight from New Orleans to Cancún is generally $239, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $89. When looking at the most popular route, (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Cancun), you can expect to pay $203 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Orleans to Cancún that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Orleans to Cancún flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Orleans to Cancún?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Orleans to Cancún.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Orleans to Cancún?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans to Cancún by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to Cancún?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Cancún (average of $360). Flying from New Orleans to Cancún in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from New Orleans to Cancún

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Cancún. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$209Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$216Average$339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AeromexicoCheapest$329Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$365Average$505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$396Average$523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$504Average$610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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