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$57+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to New Orleans (MSY)

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CMH — MSY
abr. 16 — abr. 231
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in June or March, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) 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 abril 11, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$116
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$57
(Priceline)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$306

Good round-trip deal

$129 or less

Good one-way deal

$97 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Columbus-New Orleans Louis Armstrong flight deals.
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From Columbus to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
One-way flight from Columbus to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($58 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Columbus to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Columbus to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 11, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 6/92:56 pmCMH - MSY
Nonstop2h 17mSpirit Airlines
jue. 6/124:50 pmMSY - CMH
1 stop4h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/10$116
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
sáb. 4/1211:29 amCMH - MSY
1 stop26h 39mFrontier
mar. 4/151:32 pmMSY - CMH
1 stop20h 18mFrontier
Deal found 4/10$188
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
lun. 4/1411:44 amCMH - MSY
1 stop25h 58mMultiple Airlines
vie. 4/189:22 amMSY - CMH
Nonstop2h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/10$204
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
sáb. 5/107:00 amCMH - MSY
1 stop3h 45mDelta
mié. 5/1410:50 amMSY - CMH
1 stop5h 24mDelta
Deal found 4/10$231
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
sáb. 9/276:45 amCMH - MSY
1 stop4h 15mSouthwest
mié. 10/19:30 amMSY - CMH
2 stops10h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 4/10$302
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
dom. 5/119:00 amCMH - MSY
1 stop5h 22mUnited Airlines
mié. 5/145:39 pmMSY - CMH
1 stop5h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/10$341
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/912:49 pmCMH - MSY
1 stop5h 21mSun Country Air
dom. 10/199:47 amMSY - CMH
1 stop7h 55mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/10$395

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to New Orleans that are best for you.

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Columbus

Fly to

New Orleans

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Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

lun. 6/9

2:56 pm-4:13 pm

Nonstop2h 17m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 6/12

4:50 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop4h 10m

$116

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

lun. 4/14

11:44 am-12:42 pm

1 stop25h 58m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

vie. 4/18

9:22 am-12:29 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

$204

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

sáb. 5/10

7:00 am-9:45 am

1 stop3h 45m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mié. 5/14

10:50 am-5:14 pm

1 stop5h 24m

$231

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

sáb. 6/28

7:05 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop5h 20m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

lun. 6/30

2:20 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops8h 30m

$337

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

dom. 5/11

9:00 am-1:22 pm

1 stop5h 22m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mié. 5/14

5:39 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop5h 02m

$341

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

dom. 5/4

9:57 am-4:09 pm

1 stop7h 12m

$57

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

dom. 4/13

7:08 pm-2:14 pm

1 stop20h 06m

$110

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

dom. 5/25

8:50 am-4:09 pm

2 stops8h 19m

$176

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

jue. 6/12

5:55 am-6:25 pm

2 stops13h 30m

$239

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Deals found on 4/9

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus Airport to New Orleans

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on April 4, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Columbus Airport to New Orleans is 89 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 Columbus Airport to New Orleans?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 abril 11, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Columbus Airport to New Orleans is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 51% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus Airport to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus Airport to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings 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 abril 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Columbus to New Orleans by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus 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 airport do you fly into for flights to New Orleans from Columbus?

    Most people fly into New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) if they book a flight to New Orleans from Columbus. On average, Louis Armstrong has 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day from 6 airlines. New Orleans Louis Armstrong is conveniently located just 11.4 mi from New Orleans’s city center.

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $116, was found to be the cheapest airline from Columbus Airport to New Orleans.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and United Airlines. These flights start at 62% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $57. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Columbus Airport to New Orleans for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus Airport to New Orleans?

    The cheapest flight price from Columbus Airport to New Orleans is $65. On average you can expect to pay $157. The most popular route, (Columbus - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), can usually be booked for $111.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus 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 Columbus Airport to New Orleans?

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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$58Average$165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$90Average$196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$256Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$263Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$279Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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