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$80+ Cheap flights from New Orleans to Raleigh (MSY - RDU)

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 3/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — RDU
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Raleigh-Durham are usually found in September or June, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Raleigh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to Raleigh (RDU). 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 February 20, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$119
(Frontier)

One-way from

$80
(FlightHub)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$185

Good round-trip deal

$158 or less

Good one-way deal

$104 or less
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Raleigh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Raleigh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/154:48 pmMSY - RDU
1 stop4h 56mFrontier
Sun 5/186:25 amRDU - MSY
1 stop9h 53mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$119
This Lucky2Go deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Lucky2Go is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/158:00 amMSY - RDU
Nonstop2h 05mBreeze Airways
Mon 3/173:14 pmRDU - MSY
Nonstop2h 21mBreeze Airways
Deal found 2/20$124
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Thu 3/207:00 amMSY - RDU
Nonstop2h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/251:24 pmRDU - MSY
1 stop11h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$130
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Wed 3/199:34 pmMSY - RDU
1 stop11h 29mSpirit Airlines
Sun 3/231:24 pmRDU - MSY
1 stop11h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$151
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/122:32 pmMSY - RDU
1 stop8h 26mJetBlue
Sun 9/1412:25 pmRDU - MSY
1 stop5h 41mJetBlue
Deal found 2/19$265
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Fri 8/87:00 amMSY - RDU
1 stop7h 54mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/106:00 amRDU - MSY
1 stop5h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$315
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/116:30 amMSY - RDU
1 stop6h 40mDelta
Sun 7/138:30 amRDU - MSY
1 stop4h 28mDelta
Deal found 2/18$319
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/118:50 pmMSY - RDU
1 stop11h 35mSouthwest
Tue 7/156:05 amRDU - MSY
2 stops6h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 2/18$340
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/101:28 pmMSY - RDU
2 stops15h 43mAlaska Airlines
Mon 7/144:24 pmRDU - MSY
2 stops14h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/18$1,185

Find flights from New Orleans to Raleigh within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans to Raleigh 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 20, 2025.

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New OrleansRaleigh

MSY - RDU

MSYRDU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/15

4:48 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop4h 56m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 5/18

6:25 am-3:18 pm

1 stop9h 53m

$119

New OrleansRaleigh

MSY - RDU

MSYRDU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 3/15

8:00 am-11:05 am

Nonstop2h 05m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/17

3:14 pm-4:35 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

$124

New OrleansRaleigh

MSY - RDU

MSYRDU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 3/20

7:00 am-10:05 am

Nonstop2h 05m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/25

1:24 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop11h 04m

$130

New OrleansRaleigh

MSY - RDU

MSYRDU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 3/19

9:34 pm-10:03 am

1 stop11h 29m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 3/23

1:24 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop11h 04m

$151

New OrleansRaleigh

MSY - RDU

MSYRDU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 8/8

7:00 am-3:54 pm

1 stop7h 54m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 8/10

6:00 am-10:13 am

1 stop5h 13m

$315

New OrleansRaleigh

MSY - RDU

MSYRDU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 7/11

6:30 am-2:10 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 7/13

8:30 am-11:58 am

1 stop4h 28m

$319

New OrleansRaleigh

MSY - RDU

MSYRDU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 7/11

8:50 pm-9:25 am

1 stop11h 35m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 7/15

6:05 am-11:25 am

2 stops6h 20m

$340

New OrleansRaleigh

MSY - RDU

MSYRDU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 7/10

1:28 pm-6:11 am

2 stops15h 43m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 7/14

4:24 pm-5:32 am

2 stops14h 08m

$1,185

New OrleansRaleigh

MSY - RDU

MSYRDU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 3/20

9:34 pm-10:03 am

1 stop11h 29m

$80

New OrleansRaleigh

MSY - RDU

MSYRDU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 3/21

3:27 pm-9:16 pm

1 stop4h 49m

$85

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from New Orleans to Raleigh in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice 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 New Orleans-Raleigh flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on New Orleans-Raleigh flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New Orleans-Raleigh flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Raleigh 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 New Orleans-Raleigh 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 New Orleans to Raleigh

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Travel insights for flights from New Orleans to Raleigh

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

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

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

The best time to book flights from New Orleans to Raleigh is 85 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 New Orleans to Raleigh?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from New Orleans to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $316). 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 MSY to RDU?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Raleigh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New Orleans to Raleigh is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 50% on airfare.

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

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

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

Rainfall in Raleigh by month

Plan your trip to Raleigh by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Raleigh ranges from 2.9 - 4.7 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Raleigh when rainfall is around 2.9 in.

Temperature in Raleigh by month

Plan your trip to Raleigh by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Raleigh, 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Raleigh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Raleigh. 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 Raleigh. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Breeze Airways and Alaska Airlines from New Orleans to Raleigh. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

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
4,413 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

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
4,413 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

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.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,691 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

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
8,227 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

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
8,768 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,413 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

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.

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

    The New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Raleigh-Durham flight path was viewed by 12 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 flying from New Orleans to Raleigh round-trip?

    Frontier, at $119, was found to be the cheapest airline from New Orleans to Raleigh.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Breeze Airways and Spirit Airlines. These flights start at 40% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $80. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Breeze Airways, as they are both options that can get you from New Orleans to Raleigh for a low price.

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

    The cheapest flight price from New Orleans to Raleigh is $61. On average you can expect to pay $176. The most popular route, (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Raleigh-Durham), can usually be booked for $122.

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from New Orleans to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $316). 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 New Orleans to Raleigh

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Raleigh. 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 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$58Average$132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$104Average$180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$175Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$234Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$243Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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