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

Currently priced at $249, Delta will fly you from Knoxville to New Orleans and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $251 and $377, respectively. Users have found that Delta is 32% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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What are the most popular airlines that fly from Knoxville to New Orleans?

American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines are the most popular airlines when flying from Knoxville to New Orleans.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Knoxville to New Orleans?

Flying to your destination on a Wednesday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to New Orleans. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Knoxville to New Orleans?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 33 days in advance, which can save you up to 42% on flights from Knoxville to New Orleans compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 33 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $283. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $338.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Knoxville to New Orleans?

The best pricing can be found in the month of August. Prices to New Orleans from Knoxville average $371. You can even find prices in August for less than $371, as users have found deals to New Orleans from as low as $218. The month of March appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to New Orleans from Knoxville. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 26%.

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

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Mon 8/116:00 amTYS - MSY

1 stop14h 15mMultiple Airlines

Mon 8/186:30 amMSY - TYS

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Deal found 7/14

$203

Thu 8/215:45 amTYS - MSY

1 stop3h 13mDelta

Sun 8/246:25 amMSY - TYS

1 stop5h 43mDelta

Deal found 7/13

$249

Tue 8/52:48 pmTYS - MSY

1 stop5h 46mAmerican Airlines

Wed 8/611:20 amMSY - TYS

1 stop6h 34mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/13

$251

Wed 7/165:45 amTYS - MSY

1 stop5h 28mUnited Airlines

Sat 7/193:25 pmMSY - TYS

1 stop7h 02mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/13

$339

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Mon 8/116:00 amTYS - MSY

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Deal found 7/14

$203

Thu 8/215:45 amTYS - MSY

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Sun 8/246:25 amMSY - TYS

1 stop5h 43mDelta

Deal found 7/13

$249

Tue 8/52:48 pmTYS - MSY

1 stop5h 46mAmerican Airlines

Wed 8/611:20 amMSY - TYS

1 stop6h 34mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/13

$251

Thu 8/217:00 amTYS - MSY

2 stops11h 45mUnited Airlines

Sun 8/245:15 pmMSY - TYS

1 stop5h 29mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/14

$377

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Wed 7/165:45 amTYS - MSY

1 stop5h 28mUnited Airlines

Sat 7/193:25 pmMSY - TYS

1 stop7h 02mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/13

$339

Sat 7/196:08 pmTYS - MSY

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Deal found 7/13

$419

Mon 7/215:30 amTYS - MSY

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1 stop3h 43mDelta

Deal found 7/14

$294

Mon 7/216:34 amTYS - MSY

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$359

Mon 7/215:45 amTYS - MSY

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$976

Tue 8/52:48 pmTYS - MSY

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Wed 8/611:20 amMSY - TYS

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Deal found 7/13

$251

Mon 8/116:00 amTYS - MSY

1 stop14h 15mMultiple Airlines

Mon 8/186:30 amMSY - TYS

1 stop7h 14mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/14

$203

Thu 8/215:45 amTYS - MSY

1 stop3h 13mDelta

Sun 8/246:25 amMSY - TYS

1 stop5h 43mDelta

Deal found 7/13

$249

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Mon 7/286:00 amTYS - MSY

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$129

Sat 10/44:37 pmTYS - MSY

1 stop7h 23mAmerican Airlines

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2 stops14h 22mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/13

$367

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

The price you pay for your flight from Knoxville to New Orleans may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 77 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

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

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Knoxville to New Orleans in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 13% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Knoxville to New Orleans 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Knoxville to New Orleans. 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.

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,953 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,953 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,953 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,856 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,953 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

American Airlines

7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,953 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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What are the cheapest airlines flying from Knoxville to New Orleans round-trip?
Currently priced at $249, Delta will fly you from Knoxville to New Orleans and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $251 and $377, respectively. Users have found that Delta is 32% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
Can I find deals for flights from Knoxville to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Knoxville to New Orleans flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Knoxville to New Orleans?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Knoxville to New Orleans.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Knoxville to New Orleans?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Knoxville 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 Knoxville to New Orleans?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Knoxville 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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Delta	Cheapest$218	Average$352	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
American Airlines	Cheapest$228	Average$401	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
United Airlines	Cheapest$253	Average$408	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%

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