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$56+ Cheap flights from Chesapeake, VA to New Orleans (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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — MSY
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Thu 2/27
Thu 3/6
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The best prices from Chesapeake to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in September or March, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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Round-trip from

$184
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$56
(Priceline)

Popular in

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September

Average price

$348
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Cheapest flights from Chesapeake to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chesapeake to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 22, 2025.

This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/304:58 pmORF - MSY
Nonstop2h 37mBreeze Airways
Mon 6/29:00 amMSY - ORF
Nonstop2h 19mBreeze Airways
Deal found 2/22$184
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/218:59 pmORF - MSY
1 stop26h 20mSpirit Airlines
Thu 4/248:57 amMSY - ORF
1 stop7h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/21$185
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/1511:21 amORF - MSY
1 stop24h 59mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/187:44 pmMSY - ORF
1 stop17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/22$189
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Sat 5/102:10 pmORF - MSY
2 stops7h 45mSouthwest
Tue 5/136:05 amMSY - ORF
1 stop4h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 2/22$242
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Thu 2/278:03 amORF - MSY
1 stop7h 30mDelta
Tue 3/45:28 amMSY - ORF
1 stop5h 43mDelta
Deal found 2/22$337
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Mon 4/76:10 amORF - MSY
1 stop5h 17mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/1411:55 amMSY - ORF
2 stops11h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$412
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Thu 3/276:42 amORF - MSY
1 stop4h 20mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/314:32 pmMSY - ORF
1 stop6h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/22$698

Find flights from Chesapeake to New Orleans within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chesapeake 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.

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Depart

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Price

NorfolkNew Orleans

ORF - MSY

ORFMSY

Norfolk

Fri 5/30

4:58 pm-6:35 pm

Nonstop2h 37m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 6/2

9:00 am-12:19 pm

Nonstop2h 19m

$184

NorfolkNew Orleans

ORF - MSY

ORFMSY

Norfolk

Mon 4/21

8:59 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop26h 20m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 4/24

8:57 am-5:49 pm

1 stop7h 52m

$185

NorfolkNew Orleans

ORF - MSY

ORFMSY

Norfolk

Thu 5/15

11:21 am-11:20 am

1 stop24h 59m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 5/18

7:44 pm-2:39 pm

1 stop17h 55m

$189

NorfolkNew Orleans

ORF - MSY

ORFMSY

Norfolk

Sat 5/10

2:10 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops7h 45m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/13

6:05 am-11:50 am

1 stop4h 45m

$242

NorfolkNew Orleans

ORF - MSY

ORFMSY

Norfolk

Fri 6/20

4:30 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop6h 46m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 6/23

6:30 am-12:53 pm

1 stop5h 23m

$367

NorfolkNew Orleans

ORF - MSY

ORFMSY

Norfolk

Wed 4/9

6:30 am-4:23 pm

2 stops10h 53m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 4/14

7:00 am-2:26 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$373

NorfolkNew Orleans

ORF - MSY

ORFMSY

Norfolk

Thu 3/27

6:42 am-10:02 am

1 stop4h 20m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 3/31

4:32 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$698

NorfolkNew Orleans

ORF - MSY

ORFMSY

Norfolk

Mon 5/5

4:58 pm-6:35 pm

Nonstop2h 37m

$56

NorfolkNew Orleans

ORF - MSY

ORFMSY

Norfolk

Mon 5/5

12:17 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop11h 02m

$70

NorfolkNew Orleans

ORF - MSY

ORFMSY

Norfolk

Thu 3/13

4:05 pm-9:18 pm

2 stops30h 13m

$149

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Travel insights for flights from Chesapeake to New Orleans

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

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

The best time to book flights from Chesapeake to New Orleans is 54 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chesapeake to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Chesapeake 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 C6E to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from Chesapeake 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.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Chesapeake to New Orleans as you normally would.

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

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

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

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 22, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Breeze Airways and Delta from Chesapeake to New Orleans have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
4,395 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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.

Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
150 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
4,395 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
4,395 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
4,395 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 11.4 mi from the city center, New Orleans Louis Armstrong is the airport most travelers will use when flying to New Orleans from Chesapeake. Booking flights from Chesapeake to Louis Armstrong (MSY) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Chesapeake from 7 different airlines.

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

    This flight path from Chesapeake to New Orleans Louis Armstrong was viewed by 7 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    $56 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 United Airlines, with prices starting from $70 and $199, respectively.

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

    While on average a flight from Chesapeake to New Orleans is generally $258, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $89. When looking at the most popular route, (Norfolk - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), you can expect to pay $111 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chesapeake to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Chesapeake 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 7 airlines flying from Chesapeake to New Orleans

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Chesapeake 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
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$103Average$205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$120Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$177Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$188Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$191Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$198Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$247Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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