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$71+ Cheap flights from New Orleans to Louisville (MSY - SDF)

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 3/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — SDF
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Louisville Intl are usually found in May or July, booked 21 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Louisville

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to Louisville (SDF). 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 February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$122
(Priceline)

One-way from

$71
(Priceline)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$248

Good one-way deal

$72 or less
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Louisville
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Louisville. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 4/117:30 amMSY - SDF
Nonstop1h 53mBreeze Airways
Mon 4/143:25 pmSDF - MSY
Nonstop2h 00mBreeze Airways
Deal found 2/20$122
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 4/117:30 amMSY - SDF
Nonstop1h 53mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/146:12 pmSDF - MSY
1 stop5h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$143
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Wed 3/195:20 amMSY - SDF
1 stop10h 18mSpirit Airlines
Wed 3/265:33 pmSDF - MSY
1 stop4h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$144
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Mon 3/176:25 amMSY - SDF
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Wed 3/193:10 pmSDF - MSY
2 stops8h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$264
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sat 5/242:20 pmMSY - SDF
1 stop5h 31mDelta
Tue 5/276:05 amSDF - MSY
1 stop28h 21mDelta
Deal found 2/20$330
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Wed 5/145:00 amMSY - SDF
2 stops8h 30mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/173:27 pmSDF - MSY
1 stop7h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$349

Find flights from New Orleans to Louisville within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans to Louisville 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 February 20, 2025.

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New OrleansLouisville

MSY - SDF

MSYSDF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 4/11

7:30 am-10:23 am

Nonstop1h 53m

Louisville Intl

Mon 4/14

3:25 pm-4:25 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$122

New OrleansLouisville

MSY - SDF

MSYSDF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 4/11

7:30 am-10:23 am

Nonstop1h 53m

Louisville Intl

Mon 4/14

6:12 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop5h 07m

$143

New OrleansLouisville

MSY - SDF

MSYSDF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 3/19

5:20 am-4:38 pm

1 stop10h 18m

Louisville Intl

Wed 3/26

5:33 pm-9:27 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$144

New OrleansLouisville

MSY - SDF

MSYSDF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 3/17

6:25 am-12:35 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Louisville Intl

Wed 3/19

3:10 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops8h 05m

$264

New OrleansLouisville

MSY - SDF

MSYSDF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 5/14

5:00 am-2:30 pm

2 stops8h 30m

Louisville Intl

Sat 5/17

3:27 pm-9:44 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$349

New OrleansLouisville

MSY - SDF

MSYSDF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 3/3

2:56 pm-11:21 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Louisville Intl

Wed 3/5

6:00 am-9:11 am

1 stop4h 11m

$459

New OrleansLouisville

MSY - SDF

MSYSDF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 3/17

7:30 am-10:23 am

Nonstop1h 53m

$71

New OrleansLouisville

MSY - SDF

MSYSDF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 3/17

9:34 pm-6:21 pm

1 stop19h 47m

$103

New OrleansLouisville

MSY - SDF

MSYSDF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 2/26

6:05 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop25h 27m

$156

New OrleansLouisville

MSY - SDF

MSYSDF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 2/24

4:25 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$159

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

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Travel insights for flights from New Orleans to Louisville

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from New Orleans to Louisville including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Louisville. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New Orleans to Louisville, you should look to book at least 21 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 Louisville?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Louisville (average of $299). Flying from New Orleans to Louisville in April is currently the most expensive (average of $369). 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 SDF?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Louisville. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 68% on flights from New Orleans to Louisville by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Rainfall in Louisville by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Louisville ranges from 3.1 - 5.3 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.3 in. September is typically the driest time to visit Louisville when rainfall is around 3.1 in.

Temperature in Louisville by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Louisville, 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 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Louisville

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Louisville. 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 Louisville. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Breeze Airways and Delta from New Orleans to Louisville have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
150 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Related info for your journey

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

    According to our current data, Breeze Airways ($122), Spirit Airlines ($144), and Southwest ($264) offers the cheapest pricing from New Orleans to Louisville. These flights start at 57% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $71 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Breeze Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from $103 and $159, respectively.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from New Orleans to Louisville? While on average our users pay $126, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $62. The most popular route (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Louisville Intl), is priced around $144.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Louisville (average of $299). Flying from New Orleans to Louisville in April is currently the most expensive (average of $369). 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 Louisville

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Louisville. 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$109Average$204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$118Average$184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$180Average$296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$208Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$217Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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