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$49+ Cheap flights from Saint Paul, MN 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 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — MSY
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
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Cheap flight deals from Saint Paul to New Orleans

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$131
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$49
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$496
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Cheapest flights from Saint Paul to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Saint Paul to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/117:12 amMSP - MSY
Nonstop2h 41mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/155:30 amMSY - MSP
1 stop11h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$131
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sun 4/137:14 amMSP - MSY
Nonstop2h 41mSun Country Air
Fri 4/187:20 pmMSY - MSP
Nonstop2h 51mSun Country Air
Deal found 3/27$146
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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.
Mon 5/52:45 pmMSP - MSY
1 stop6h 04mSpirit Airlines
Fri 5/95:30 amMSY - MSP
1 stop10h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/28$184
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sat 4/266:00 amMSP - MSY
1 stop7h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/310:24 amMSY - MSP
2 stops7h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$204
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sun 4/62:42 pmMSP - MSY
1 stop23h 32mFrontier
Thu 4/104:58 pmMSY - MSP
1 stop20h 44mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$238
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Wed 8/612:45 pmMSP - MSY
Nonstop2h 37mDelta
Mon 8/114:10 pmMSY - MSP
Nonstop2h 53mDelta
Deal found 3/28$279

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Saint Paul 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 March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Saint Paul to New Orleans that are best for you.

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MinneapolisNew Orleans

MSP - MSY

MSPMSY

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 5/11

7:12 am-9:53 am

Nonstop2h 41m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/15

5:30 am-4:51 pm

1 stop11h 21m

$131

MinneapolisNew Orleans

MSP - MSY

MSPMSY

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 4/13

7:14 am-9:55 am

Nonstop2h 41m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 4/18

7:20 pm-10:11 pm

Nonstop2h 51m

$146

MinneapolisNew Orleans

MSP - MSY

MSPMSY

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 5/5

2:45 pm-8:49 pm

1 stop6h 04m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/8

5:30 am-4:51 pm

1 stop11h 21m

$171

MinneapolisNew Orleans

MSP - MSY

MSPMSY

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 5/8

12:45 pm-3:23 pm

Nonstop2h 38m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 5/11

5:25 am-10:10 am

1 stop4h 45m

$229

MinneapolisNew Orleans

MSP - MSY

MSPMSY

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 4/19

6:45 am-3:15 pm

2 stops8h 30m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 4/26

7:10 am-3:52 pm

2 stops8h 42m

$239

MinneapolisNew Orleans

MSP - MSY

MSPMSY

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 4/6

6:00 am-6:47 pm

1 stop12h 47m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 4/10

4:58 pm-1:42 pm

1 stop20h 44m

$246

MinneapolisNew Orleans

MSP - MSY

MSPMSY

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 5/11

7:12 am-9:53 am

Nonstop2h 41m

$49

MinneapolisNew Orleans

MSP - MSY

MSPMSY

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 4/23

2:45 pm-8:49 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$85

MinneapolisNew Orleans

MSP - MSY

MSPMSY

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 5/11

2:10 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$90

MinneapolisNew Orleans

MSP - MSY

MSPMSY

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 6/24

7:54 am-3:48 pm

1 stop7h 54m

$93

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Best time to book a flight from Saint Paul to New Orleans

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Saint Paul to New Orleans

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Saint Paul to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

Booking 83 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Saint Paul to New Orleans. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Saint Paul to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Saint Paul 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 SA1 to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from Saint Paul 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 March 28, 2025.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from Saint Paul to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Saint Paul to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on December 8, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Saint Paul to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday 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 March 28, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Saint Paul 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
4,274 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
348 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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 Saint Paul 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 Saint Paul?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY), located 11.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Saint Paul to New Orleans. 7 airlines have flights to Louis Armstrong from Saint Paul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Saint Paul to New Orleans Louis Armstrong should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 2 inbound flights from Saint Paul per day.

  • How popular is this Saint Paul to New Orleans flight route?

    Within the past month, 6 users have taken a look at flights from Saint Paul to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Sun Country Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $49. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Saint Paul to New Orleans for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Saint Paul to New Orleans?

    Consider KLM (100%), Air France (100%) or Aeromexico (100%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Saint Paul to New Orleans.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Saint Paul to New Orleans?

    While on average a flight from Saint Paul to New Orleans is generally $202, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $97. When looking at the most popular route, (Minneapolis St Paul - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), you can expect to pay $97 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Saint Paul 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 Saint Paul to New Orleans?

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

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Saint Paul 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$92Average$229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
FrontierCheapest$105Average$131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$120Average$202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$184Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$267Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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