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$175+ Cheap flights from Birmingham to New Orleans (BHM - MSY)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — MSY
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Birmingham to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Birmingham (BHM) 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 November 20, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

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Cheapest in

August

Average price

$401

Round-trip from

$175
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Cheapest flights from Birmingham to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Birmingham to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 20, 2024.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/58:41 amBHM - MSY
1 stop9h 07mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/89:00 pmMSY - BHM
1 stop10h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$175
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/186:25 amBHM - MSY
1 stop5h 50mDelta
Wed 12/257:30 amMSY - BHM
1 stop4h 48mDelta
Deal found 11/19$278
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/213:01 pmBHM - MSY
1 stop6h 28mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/299:40 amMSY - BHM
1 stop6h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$354
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Wed 12/111:10 pmBHM - MSY
2 stops8h 35mSouthwest
Fri 12/1312:10 pmMSY - BHM
1 stop3h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 11/19$364
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/263:59 pmBHM - MSY
3 stops21h 48mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/18:08 pmMSY - BHM
2 stops18h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$458

Find flights from Birmingham to New Orleans within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Birmingham 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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BirminghamNew Orleans

BHM - MSY

BHMMSY

Birmingham

Thu 12/5

8:41 am-5:48 pm

1 stop9h 07m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 12/8

9:00 pm-7:45 am

1 stop10h 45m

$175

BirminghamNew Orleans

BHM - MSY

BHMMSY

Birmingham

Wed 12/18

6:25 am-12:15 pm

1 stop5h 50m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 12/25

7:30 am-12:18 pm

1 stop4h 48m

$278

BirminghamNew Orleans

BHM - MSY

BHMMSY

Birmingham

Wed 12/11

1:10 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops8h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 12/13

12:10 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop3h 50m

$364

BirminghamNew Orleans

BHM - MSY

BHMMSY

Birmingham

Wed 12/4

3:00 pm-9:14 pm

1 stop6h 14m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 12/11

5:00 am-9:20 am

1 stop4h 20m

$395

BirminghamNew Orleans

BHM - MSY

BHMMSY

Birmingham

Thu 11/28

3:59 pm-2:33 pm

2 stops22h 34m

$193

BirminghamNew Orleans

BHM - MSY

BHMMSY

Birmingham

Thu 11/28

6:00 am-9:45 pm

1 stop15h 45m

$259

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Birmingham to New Orleans in November.
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
KAYAKPrice 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 Birmingham, Alabama-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Birmingham, Alabama-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Birmingham, Alabama-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Birmingham, Alabama-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 Birmingham, Alabama-New Orleans flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Birmingham to New Orleans

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Birmingham 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 November 20, 2024.

When flying from Birmingham, Alabama to New Orleans, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 25% versus a flight at noon.

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 November 20, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Spirit Airlines, Delta and Southwest from Birmingham to New Orleans. 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
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,174 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Birmingham to New Orleans. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Birmingham, Alabama to New Orleans round-trip?

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to New Orleans, with prices starting at $175. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $278 and $364, respectively. Spirit Airlines is 62% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Birmingham 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 Birmingham, Alabama to New Orleans?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Birmingham, 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 2 airlines flying from Birmingham to New Orleans

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Birmingham 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$288Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$301Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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