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$69+ Cheap flights from New Orleans to Indianapolis (MSY - IND)

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 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — IND
Apr 29 — May 61
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Indianapolis are usually found in June or October, booked 20 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Indianapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to Indianapolis (IND). 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 April 24, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$146
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$69
(FlightHub)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$257
Provider with most accurate pricing for New Orleans Louis Armstrong-Indianapolis flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for New Orleans Louis Armstrong-Indianapolis flights.
From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Indianapolis
One-way flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Indianapolis
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($45 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

Find flight deals from New Orleans to Indianapolis

Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Indianapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Indianapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/156:14 amMSY - IND
1 stop5h 06mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/175:31 pmIND - MSY
1 stop4h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/23$146
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/305:00 pmMSY - IND
1 stop27h 06mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/711:21 amIND - MSY
1 stop22h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$256
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/3011:55 amMSY - IND
1 stop7h 17mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/45:40 amIND - MSY
2 stops8h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$326
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Fri 10/101:05 pmMSY - IND
1 stop4h 11mDelta
Mon 10/136:25 pmIND - MSY
1 stop4h 53mDelta
Deal found 4/23$347
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/149:35 amMSY - IND
1 stop4h 50mSouthwest
Sun 9/216:50 amIND - MSY
2 stops6h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 4/22$352
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/85:49 pmMSY - IND
2 stops34h 51mAlaska Airlines
Mon 5/127:00 amIND - MSY
2 stops32h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/23$715

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Indianapolis that are best for you.

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New OrleansIndianapolis

MSY - IND

MSYIND

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/15

6:14 am-12:20 pm

1 stop5h 06m

Indianapolis

Sat 5/17

5:31 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop4h 48m

$146

New OrleansIndianapolis

MSY - IND

MSYIND

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 5/30

11:55 am-8:12 pm

1 stop7h 17m

Indianapolis

Wed 6/4

5:40 am-1:16 pm

2 stops8h 36m

$326

New OrleansIndianapolis

MSY - IND

MSYIND

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 10/10

1:05 pm-6:16 pm

1 stop4h 11m

Indianapolis

Mon 10/13

6:25 pm-10:18 pm

1 stop4h 53m

$347

New OrleansIndianapolis

MSY - IND

MSYIND

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 9/14

9:35 am-3:25 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Indianapolis

Sun 9/21

6:50 am-12:35 pm

2 stops6h 45m

$352

New OrleansIndianapolis

MSY - IND

MSYIND

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/8

5:49 pm-5:40 am

2 stops34h 51m

Indianapolis

Mon 5/12

7:00 am-2:45 pm

2 stops32h 45m

$715

New OrleansIndianapolis

MSY - IND

MSYIND

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 5/2

11:12 am-7:00 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$69

New OrleansIndianapolis

MSY - IND

MSYIND

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 7/10

7:10 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop3h 47m

$109

New OrleansIndianapolis

MSY - IND

MSYIND

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 5/25

5:00 am-3:15 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$169

New OrleansIndianapolis

MSY - IND

MSYIND

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 5/2

5:00 am-8:35 pm

3 stops38h 35m

$173

New OrleansIndianapolis

MSY - IND

MSYIND

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/8

5:00 am-5:09 pm

2 stops11h 09m

$244

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Deals found on 4/23

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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 Indianapolis in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 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-Indianapolis flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on New Orleans-Indianapolis flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New Orleans-Indianapolis flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Indianapolis flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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-Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Indianapolis from New Orleans with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Indianapolis. Price data was last updated on April 18, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New Orleans to Indianapolis, you should look to book at least 20 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 Indianapolis?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Indianapolis (average of $297). Flying from New Orleans to Indianapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $362). 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 IND?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Indianapolis. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 24, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New Orleans to Indianapolis as you normally would.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Indianapolis. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Indianapolis by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Indianapolis ranges from 2.3 - 5.1 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Indianapolis when rainfall is around 2.3 in.

Temperature in Indianapolis by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Indianapolis, 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 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 28.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Indianapolis

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Indianapolis. 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 Indianapolis. Reviews last updated April 24, 2025.

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Related info for your journey

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($146), United Airlines ($326), and Delta ($347) offers the cheapest pricing from New Orleans to Indianapolis. These flights start at 52% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $69. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from New Orleans to Indianapolis for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans to Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Indianapolis (average of $297). Flying from New Orleans to Indianapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $362). 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 Indianapolis

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Indianapolis. 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 April 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$58Average$184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$101Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$272Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$316Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$336Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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