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$36+ Cheap flights from Alabama to New Orleans (MSY)

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BHM — MSY
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Thu 2/27
Thu 3/6
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FlightHub
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FlightHub
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Round-trip from

$72
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$36
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$498
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Cheapest flights from Alabama to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Alabama to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 22, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Tue 5/133:17 pmATL - MSY
Nonstop1h 31mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/147:14 pmMSY - ATL
Nonstop1h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/21$72
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/79:33 amBHM - MSY
1 stop5h 50mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/149:41 pmMSY - BHM
1 stop10h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/22$145
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Sat 3/83:17 pmPNS - MSY
2 stops15h 22mSpirit Airlines
Wed 3/125:30 amMSY - PNS
1 stop8h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/21$174
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/94:30 pmCHA - MSY
1 stop5h 09mDelta
Sat 9/139:57 amMSY - CHA
1 stop3h 38mDelta
Deal found 2/22$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Thu 2/275:00 amCHA - MSY
1 stop4h 38mAmerican Airlines
Fri 3/72:22 pmMSY - CHA
1 stop7h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/21$269
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Sat 3/87:59 pmVPS - MSY
1 stop16h 41mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/125:24 amMSY - VPS
3 stops25h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$281
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Fri 4/187:11 pmHSV - MSY
1 stop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/207:10 amMSY - HSV
1 stop5h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/21$298
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 6/56:10 pmPNS - MSY
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
Fri 6/66:10 pmMSY - PNS
1 stop4h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 2/21$307
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Fri 4/183:24 pmHSV - MSY
1 stop6h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/206:00 amMSY - HSV
2 stops32h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$323
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/125:34 pmCHA - MSY
2 stops27h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/152:11 pmMSY - CHA
1 stop7h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$334
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/86:40 amBHM - MSY
1 stop4h 05mSouthwest
Thu 3/1312:15 pmMSY - BHM
1 stop3h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$335
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/2811:55 amMGM - MSY
1 stop4h 57mDelta
Mon 3/315:30 amMSY - MGM
1 stop5h 45mDelta
Deal found 2/22$356

Find flights from Alabama to New Orleans within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Alabama to New Orleans 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 22, 2025.

Fly from

Alabama

Fly to

New Orleans

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AtlantaNew Orleans

ATL - MSY

ATLMSY

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 5/13

3:17 pm-3:48 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 5/14

7:14 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

$72

BirminghamNew Orleans

BHM - MSY

BHMMSY

Birmingham

Mon 4/7

9:33 am-3:23 pm

1 stop5h 50m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 4/14

9:41 pm-7:57 am

1 stop10h 16m

$145

PensacolaNew Orleans

PNS - MSY

PNSMSY

Pensacola

Sat 3/8

3:17 pm-6:39 am

2 stops15h 22m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 3/12

5:30 am-2:22 pm

1 stop8h 52m

$174

AtlantaNew Orleans

ATL - MSY

ATLMSY

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 3/11

7:15 am-4:30 pm

1 stop10h 15m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 3/21

8:15 am-11:58 pm

3 stops14h 43m

$218

ChattanoogaNew Orleans

CHA - MSY

CHAMSY

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Sat 4/12

8:18 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop4h 38m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 4/15

5:15 am-1:10 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$229

AtlantaNew Orleans

ATL - MSY

ATLMSY

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 4/12

8:35 am-9:07 am

Nonstop1h 32m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 4/12

5:53 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$243

AtlantaNew Orleans

ATL - MSY

ATLMSY

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 3/15

8:45 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 3/17

6:50 am-9:15 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$253

AtlantaNew Orleans

ATL - MSY

ATLMSY

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 3/8

7:44 am-2:35 pm

1 stop7h 51m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 3/12

11:12 am-6:47 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$277

ValparaisoNew Orleans

VPS - MSY

VPSMSY

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Sat 3/8

7:59 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop16h 41m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 3/12

5:24 am-7:07 am

3 stops25h 43m

$281

AtlantaNew Orleans

ATL - MSY

ATLMSY

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 3/17

8:58 am-2:25 pm

1 stop6h 27m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 3/24

3:25 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$293

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Travel insights for flights from Alabama to New Orleans

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Alabama to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Alabama to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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 AL to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from Alabama to New Orleans. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 22, 2025.

When flying from Alabama to New Orleans, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in New Orleans by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Orleans ranges from 3.3 - 6.4 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.4 in. October is typically the driest time to visit New Orleans when rainfall is around 3.3 in.

Temperature in New Orleans by month

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Orleans, 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 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Orleans. 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 New Orleans. Reviews last updated February 22, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and JetBlue from Alabama to New Orleans have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

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
4,396 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

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
8,203 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

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.

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,068 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

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
8,754 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

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
4,396 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

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.

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to New Orleans from Alabama?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Alabama to New Orleans. It is only a 11.4 mi journey from Louis Armstrong (MSY) to New Orleans’s city center.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $36. Users have also found prices from $94 and $124 on Frontier and Delta, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Alabama to New Orleans?

    Most travelers choose Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - New Orleans Louis Armstrong, Chattanooga Lovell Field - New Orleans Louis Armstrong or Birmingham - New Orleans Louis Armstrong when deciding on the best route from Alabama to New Orleans.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Alabama to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Alabama to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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 4 airlines flying from Alabama to New Orleans

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Alabama to New Orleans. 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 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$207Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$216Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$233Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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