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$36+ Cheap flights from Atlanta to New Orleans (ATL - MSY)

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 3/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ATL — MSY
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in March or June, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Atlanta to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Atlanta (ATL) to New Orleans (MSY). 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.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$73
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$36
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$183

Good round-trip deal

$108 or less

Good one-way deal

$99 or less
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Cheapest flights from Atlanta to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Atlanta to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/183:37 pmATL - MSY
Nonstop1h 38mSpirit Airlines
Tue 3/2510:22 pmMSY - ATL
Nonstop1h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$72
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/18:00 amATL - MSY
1 stop10h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/610:45 amMSY - ATL
Nonstop1h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$125
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/167:49 amATL - MSY
1 stop4h 31mFrontier
Tue 5/2010:45 amMSY - ATL
Nonstop1h 45mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$198

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AtlantaNew Orleans

ATL - MSY

ATLMSY

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 3/18

3:37 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 3/25

10:22 pm-12:50 am

Nonstop1h 28m

$72

AtlantaNew Orleans

ATL - MSY

ATLMSY

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 5/1

8:00 am-5:55 pm

1 stop10h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/6

10:45 am-1:30 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$125

AtlantaNew Orleans

ATL - MSY

ATLMSY

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 5/16

7:49 am-11:20 am

1 stop4h 31m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/20

10:45 am-1:30 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$198

AtlantaNew Orleans

ATL - MSY

ATLMSY

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 3/18

3:37 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$36

AtlantaNew Orleans

ATL - MSY

ATLMSY

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 3/19

10:05 am-10:46 am

Nonstop1h 41m

$128

AtlantaNew Orleans

ATL - MSY

ATLMSY

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 4/18

8:15 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop4h 41m

$132

AtlantaNew Orleans

ATL - MSY

ATLMSY

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 4/19

6:40 am-12:20 pm

2 stops6h 40m

$158

AtlantaNew Orleans

ATL - MSY

ATLMSY

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 5/18

6:00 am-2:51 pm

1 stop9h 51m

$161

AtlantaNew Orleans

ATL - MSY

ATLMSY

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 2/27

5:27 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$188

AtlantaNew Orleans

ATL - MSY

ATLMSY

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 2/23

6:00 am-9:36 pm

2 stops40h 36m

$218

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Atlanta to New Orleans in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice 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 Atlanta-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Atlanta-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Atlanta-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Atlanta-New Orleans 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 Atlanta-New Orleans 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 Atlanta to New Orleans

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Travel insights for flights from Atlanta to New Orleans

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

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

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

Booking 84 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Atlanta to New Orleans. 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 Atlanta to New Orleans?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Atlanta to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Atlanta 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 ATL to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from Atlanta 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 20, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Atlanta to New Orleans is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 29% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Atlanta to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on February 16, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Atlanta to New Orleans

Explore weekly flight availability from Atlanta to New Orleans. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

The most flights from ATL to MSY are scheduled on a Thursday (50 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (19 on average).

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

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

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 20, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and JetBlue from Atlanta to New Orleans to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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
3,070 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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 airports do I use to fly from Atlanta to New Orleans?

    Booking a flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) to New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is your only option if you wish to fly from Atlanta to New Orleans. On a typical day, there are 36 flights from Hartsfield-Jackson to Louis Armstrong, all of which are around 1h 31m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 6 airlines when you book a flight from Hartsfield-Jackson to New Orleans.

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

    Flights from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to New Orleans Louis Armstrong have been viewed 83 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Currently priced at $73, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Atlanta to New Orleans and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Frontier and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $198 and $243, respectively. You may be able to fly from Atlanta to New Orleans for 61% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $36 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $94 and Delta from $122 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Atlanta to New Orleans are Spirit Airlines (84%), Southwest (80%) and WestJet (77%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Atlanta to New Orleans is $29. On average you can expect to pay $399. The most popular route, (Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), can usually be booked for $61.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Atlanta to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Atlanta 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 6 airlines flying from Atlanta to New Orleans

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Atlanta 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 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$36Average$93FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$55Average$140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$119Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$186Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$226Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$246Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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