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$61+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to New Orleans (MSY)

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CMH — MSY
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
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The best prices from Columbus to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in June or July, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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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 November 20, 2024.

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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 November 20, 2024.

This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/87:40 pmCMH - MSY
1 stop14h 28mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/95:40 pmMSY - CMH
2 stops23h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/20$239
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Fri 12/68:57 pmCMH - MSY
2 stops23h 58mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/88:08 pmMSY - CMH
1 stop15h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$294
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/256:36 amCMH - MSY
1 stop4h 31mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/304:44 pmMSY - CMH
1 stop5h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/18$345
This United 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/116:00 amCMH - MSY
2 stops10h 08mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/162:10 pmMSY - CMH
1 stop6h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$416
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/279:40 pmCMH - MSY
1 stop3h 45mSouthwest
Mon 12/305:00 amMSY - CMH
1 stop5h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 11/20$450
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/59:15 amCMH - MSY
2 stops24h 34mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/96:31 pmMSY - CMH
2 stops27h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,051

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ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Sun 12/8

7:40 pm-9:08 am

1 stop14h 28m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 12/9

5:40 pm-6:24 pm

2 stops23h 44m

$239

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Fri 12/6

8:57 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops23h 58m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 12/8

8:08 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop15h 37m

$294

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Wed 2/12

8:45 am-12:59 pm

1 stop5h 14m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 2/16

5:17 am-10:32 am

1 stop4h 15m

$299

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Thu 2/13

7:44 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop4h 50m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 2/23

5:28 am-10:08 am

1 stop3h 40m

$361

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Wed 2/12

6:00 am-1:13 pm

2 stops8h 13m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 2/16

5:00 am-1:20 pm

2 stops7h 20m

$379

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Sat 2/8

2:40 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops6h 30m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 2/12

9:20 am-4:15 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$436

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Thu 1/9

9:08 pm-7:24 am

1 stop11h 16m

$61

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Fri 2/14

10:19 am-8:21 pm

1 stop11h 02m

$140

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Thu 1/23

6:00 am-1:13 pm

2 stops8h 13m

$191

ColumbusNew Orleans

CMH - MSY

CMHMSY

Columbus

Tue 11/26

2:11 pm-8:17 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$193

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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 November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 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 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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Travel insights for flights from Columbus to New Orleans

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

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 November 15, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Columbus Airport to New Orleans is 61 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 November 20, 2024.

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 evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 27% 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 November 10, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus Airport to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday 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 November 20, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and Spirit 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.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
123 reviews

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
123 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
123 reviews

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
123 reviews

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
123 reviews

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
123 reviews

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
123 reviews

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

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 $239, was found to be the cheapest airline from Columbus Airport to New Orleans.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and Delta. These flights start at 28% 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 $61. 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 $218. On average you can expect to pay $233. The most popular route, (Columbus - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), can usually be booked for $119.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Columbus Airport to New Orleans?

    Columbus Airport to New Orleans flights have a layover in Atlanta most of the time.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Atlanta?

    Most Atlanta visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, and World of Coca-Cola. Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre and World of Coca-Cola are located about 8.6 mi, 9.3 mi, and 8.6 mi, respectively from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers in need of a car in Atlanta can rent one for about $60 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Columbus Airport to New Orleans flights?

    The least popular layover on flights from Columbus Airport to New Orleans is Charlotte.

  • 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

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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
FrontierCheapest$58Average$179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$123Average$239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$256Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$281Average$534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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