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$30+ Cheap flights from New Orleans to Tampa (MSY - TPA)

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MSY — TPA
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 Tampa are usually found in May or October, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$61
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One-way from

$30
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Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$167

Good round-trip deal

$117 or less

Good one-way deal

$79 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Tampa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

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Thu 3/135:14 pmMSY - TPA
Nonstop1h 36mSpirit Airlines
Mon 3/1710:15 amTPA - MSY
Nonstop1h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$61
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.
Sat 3/226:00 amMSY - TPA
Nonstop1h 33mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/286:50 amTPA - MSY
1 stop13h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$95
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.
Sat 3/87:39 pmMSY - TPA
1 stop8h 52mFrontier
Mon 3/107:10 amTPA - MSY
1 stop13h 57mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$125
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.
Thu 4/37:20 amMSY - TPA
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Sat 4/59:25 pmTPA - MSY
Nonstop1h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 2/18$147
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Thu 3/139:35 amMSY - TPA
2 stops11h 40mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/175:20 pmTPA - MSY
1 stop6h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$323
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/48:05 amMSY - TPA
1 stop5h 20mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/48:47 pmTPA - MSY
1 stop4h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$433
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Tue 3/45:28 amMSY - TPA
1 stop3h 30mDelta
Tue 3/45:47 pmTPA - MSY
1 stop6h 42mDelta
Deal found 2/20$464

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New OrleansTampa

MSY - TPA

MSYTPA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 3/13

5:14 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

Tampa

Mon 3/17

10:15 am-11:00 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$61

New OrleansTampa

MSY - TPA

MSYTPA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 3/22

6:00 am-8:33 am

Nonstop1h 33m

Tampa

Fri 3/28

6:50 am-7:30 pm

1 stop13h 40m

$95

New OrleansTampa

MSY - TPA

MSYTPA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 3/8

7:39 pm-5:31 am

1 stop8h 52m

Tampa

Mon 3/10

7:10 am-8:07 pm

1 stop13h 57m

$125

New OrleansTampa

MSY - TPA

MSYTPA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 4/3

7:20 am-9:50 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Tampa

Sat 4/5

9:25 pm-10:10 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$147

New OrleansTampa

MSY - TPA

MSYTPA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 3/13

9:35 am-10:15 pm

2 stops11h 40m

Tampa

Mon 3/17

5:20 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$323

New OrleansTampa

MSY - TPA

MSYTPA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 3/4

8:05 am-2:25 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Tampa

Tue 3/4

8:47 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop4h 10m

$433

New OrleansTampa

MSY - TPA

MSYTPA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 3/4

5:28 am-9:58 am

1 stop3h 30m

Tampa

Tue 3/4

5:47 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$464

New OrleansTampa

MSY - TPA

MSYTPA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/29

10:00 am-9:01 pm

2 stops10h 01m

Tampa

Sun 6/1

5:41 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops25h 54m

$856

New OrleansTampa

MSY - TPA

MSYTPA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 3/19

6:00 am-8:33 am

Nonstop1h 33m

$30

New OrleansTampa

MSY - TPA

MSYTPA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 4/19

7:52 pm-5:31 am

1 stop8h 39m

$53

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 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 New Orleans-Tampa flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on New Orleans-Tampa flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New Orleans-Tampa flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Tampa 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-Tampa 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 Tampa

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Travel insights for flights from New Orleans to Tampa

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

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

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

The best time to book flights from New Orleans to Tampa is 52 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 Tampa?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Tampa (average of $208). Flying from New Orleans to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $270). 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 TPA?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Tampa. 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.

It’s typically best to fly out from New Orleans to Tampa in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 41% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New Orleans to Tampa flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New Orleans to Tampa

Explore weekly flight availability from New Orleans to Tampa. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

The most flights from MSY to TPA are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Tampa by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Tampa ranges from 1.6 - 7.8 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.8 in. November is typically the driest time to visit Tampa when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Tampa by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Tampa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, June 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 60.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Tampa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tampa. 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 Tampa. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Orleans to Tampa, such as Southwest, Breeze Airways and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up 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.

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.

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,071 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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Orleans to Tampa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from New Orleans to Tampa?

    To fly from New Orleans to Tampa, you need to book a flight from Louis Armstrong (MSY) to Tampa (TPA). Nonstop flights to Tampa from New Orleans Louis Armstrong take 1h 30m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 2 outbound flights from Louis Armstrong to Tampa offered by 5 different airlines.

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

    Flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Tampa have been viewed 27 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Currently priced at $61, Spirit Airlines will fly you from New Orleans to Tampa and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Frontier and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $125 and $147, respectively. These flights start at 60% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $30 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $53 and Southwest from $69 one-way.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $31. While the most popular route (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Tampa) can be booked for $61 on average our data indicates $164 when flying from New Orleans to Tampa.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Tampa (average of $208). Flying from New Orleans to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $270). 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 5 airlines flying from New Orleans to Tampa

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Tampa. 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
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$60Average$124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$152Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$156Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$178Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$208Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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