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$49+ Cheap flights from New Orleans to Minneapolis (MSY - MSP)

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 5/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — MSP
Mar 31 — Apr 71
Mon 3/31
Mon 4/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Minneapolis St Paul are usually found in October or April, booked 25 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Minneapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to Minneapolis (MSP). 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 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$97
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$49
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$381

Good round-trip deal

$222 or less

Good one-way deal

$179 or less
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Minneapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Minneapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Fri 4/256:55 pmMSY - MSP
Nonstop2h 51mSun Country Air
Mon 4/283:07 pmMSP - MSY
Nonstop2h 41mSun Country Air
Deal found 3/25$97
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/13:57 pmMSY - MSP
Nonstop2h 51mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/62:45 pmMSP - MSY
1 stop6h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$141
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/112:44 pmMSY - MSP
Nonstop2h 53mDelta
Thu 5/812:45 pmMSP - MSY
Nonstop2h 38mDelta
Deal found 3/24$159
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/15:15 amMSY - MSP
1 stop5h 05mSouthwest
Mon 5/52:40 pmMSP - MSY
1 stop4h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 3/24$179
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/223:09 pmMSY - MSP
1 stop22h 31mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/292:45 pmMSP - MSY
1 stop6h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/23$185
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.
Sat 5/39:16 amMSY - MSP
2 stops8h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/46:33 amMSP - MSY
1 stop6h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$204
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/107:47 pmMSY - MSP
1 stop27h 44mFrontier
Sun 4/136:00 amMSP - MSY
1 stop12h 47mFrontier
Deal found 3/25$248
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Thu 12/45:20 amMSY - MSP
2 stops9h 02mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/1111:05 amMSP - MSY
1 stop6h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/25$304

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans to Minneapolis 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 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Minneapolis that are best for you.

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New OrleansMinneapolis

MSY - MSP

MSYMSP

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 4/25

6:55 pm-9:46 pm

Nonstop2h 51m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 4/28

3:07 pm-5:48 pm

Nonstop2h 41m

$97

New OrleansMinneapolis

MSY - MSP

MSYMSP

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/1

3:57 pm-6:48 pm

Nonstop2h 51m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 5/6

2:45 pm-8:49 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$141

New OrleansMinneapolis

MSY - MSP

MSYMSP

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/1

6:07 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop2h 53m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 5/5

2:25 pm-5:02 pm

Nonstop2h 37m

$159

New OrleansMinneapolis

MSY - MSP

MSYMSP

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/1

5:15 am-10:20 am

1 stop5h 05m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 5/5

2:40 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop4h 15m

$179

New OrleansMinneapolis

MSY - MSP

MSYMSP

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 4/22

3:09 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop22h 31m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 4/29

2:45 pm-8:49 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$185

New OrleansMinneapolis

MSY - MSP

MSYMSP

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 5/3

9:16 am-5:46 pm

2 stops8h 30m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 5/4

6:33 am-1:12 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$204

New OrleansMinneapolis

MSY - MSP

MSYMSP

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 4/10

7:47 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop27h 44m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 4/13

6:00 am-6:47 pm

1 stop12h 47m

$248

New OrleansMinneapolis

MSY - MSP

MSYMSP

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 7/25

5:15 am-2:28 pm

2 stops9h 13m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 7/28

5:15 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$330

New OrleansMinneapolis

MSY - MSP

MSYMSP

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 5/9

9:55 am-12:46 pm

Nonstop2h 51m

$49

New OrleansMinneapolis

MSY - MSP

MSYMSP

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/15

5:30 am-4:51 pm

1 stop11h 21m

$85

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from New Orleans to Minneapolis in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice 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-Minneapolis flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on New Orleans-Minneapolis flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New Orleans-Minneapolis flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Minneapolis 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-Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Minneapolis from New Orleans with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

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

Booking 25 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New Orleans to Minneapolis. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Minneapolis (average of $247). Flying from New Orleans to Minneapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 MSP?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Minneapolis. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 26, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from New Orleans to Minneapolis in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 68% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New Orleans to Minneapolis flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings 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 Minneapolis by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Minneapolis ranges from 0.8 - 4.3 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.3 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Minneapolis when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Minneapolis by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Minneapolis, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 15.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Minneapolis

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Minneapolis. 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 Minneapolis. Reviews last updated March 26, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from New Orleans to Minneapolis to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

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
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

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
7,891 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,608 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

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
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

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 Minneapolis. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from New Orleans to Minneapolis?

    To fly from New Orleans to Minneapolis, you need to book a flight from Louis Armstrong (MSY) to Minneapolis St Paul (MSP). Nonstop flights to Minneapolis St Paul from New Orleans Louis Armstrong take 2h 43m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 4 outbound flights from Louis Armstrong to Minneapolis St Paul offered by 7 different airlines.

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

    Within the past month, 4 users have taken a look at flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Minneapolis St Paul.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from New Orleans to Minneapolis is Sun Country Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $97 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Southwest, starting at $159 and $179 round-trip. These flights start at 68% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $49 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Sun Country Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $85 and $90, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New Orleans to Minneapolis?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from New Orleans to Minneapolis are Air France (100%), WestJet (95%) and KLM (95%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from New Orleans to Minneapolis is $102. On average you can expect to pay $275. The most popular route, (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Minneapolis St Paul), can usually be booked for $97.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Minneapolis (average of $247). Flying from New Orleans to Minneapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 7 airlines flying from New Orleans to Minneapolis

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Minneapolis. 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 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$79Average$168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$102Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$108Average$165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$180Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$291Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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