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September 2 - September 9

Cheapest

IND - New Orleans

$224

$205

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September 2 - September 29

Cheapest

IND - New Orleans

$192

$205

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September 2 - September 15

Cheapest

IND - New Orleans

$198

$205

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September 2 - September 22

Cheapest

IND - New Orleans

$193

$205

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September 4 - September 8

Cheapest

Best

IND - New Orleans

$233

$205

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September 2 - September 8

IND - New Orleans

$223

$206

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September 2 - September 30

IND - New Orleans

$192

$207

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September 2 - September 16

IND - New Orleans

$198

$207

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September 2 - September 23

IND - New Orleans

$193

$208

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July 8 - July 14

Earliest

IND - New Orleans

$240

$227

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Insights for flights from Indianapolis to New Orleans

Flights from Indianapolis to New Orleans cover a distance of 1140 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. Given this distance, you will typically find itineraries that involve connections rather than direct flights.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Indianapolis to New Orleans, fares typically range from $387–$547, with a median of $389. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. New deals for this route appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Indianapolis to New Orleans? The data indicates that May is often the most affordable month, with a median fare of $285. Other relatively inexpensive months include January, with a median fare of $385, and August, where the median fare is $389.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once. In fact, 0% of recent fares were non-stop. For the majority of itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

How long is the flight from Indianapolis to New Orleans? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 10h 24m. This duration reflects the prevalence of connecting itineraries on this route.

How much is a round trip from Indianapolis to New Orleans

Regular price: $184 - $387

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Indianapolis to New Orleans is $184 to $387. The current lowest deal is $205 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Sep 2-Sep 9.

now $205

Low $184

High $387

The cheapest time to fly from Indianapolis to New Orleans

Flights from Indianapolis to New Orleans are cheapest in May, with a median price of $285. The most expensive month to fly is April, with a median price of $792. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

May

Cheapest

Flights from $285

April

Most Expensive

Flights from $792

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Direct flights from Indianapolis to New Orleans

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Last-minute flights going from Indianapolis to New Orleans

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

IND - New Orleans

Indianapolis (IND) - New Orleans (MSY)

Allegiant Air

$284

$341

One-way

Fri, Jun 26

⌛ Last-Minute

IND - New Orleans

Indianapolis (IND) - New Orleans (MSY)

Frontier Airlines

$303

$310

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

IND - New Orleans

Indianapolis (IND) - New Orleans (MSY)

Frontier Airlines

$250

$260

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

IND - New Orleans

Indianapolis (IND) - New Orleans (MSY)

Frontier Airlines

$250

$274

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

IND - New Orleans

Indianapolis (IND) - New Orleans (MSY)

Frontier Airlines

$270

$289

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

IND - New Orleans

Indianapolis (IND) - New Orleans (MSY)

Frontier Airlines

$244

$295

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Indianapolis to New Orleans

4 nights

Sep 4 - Sep 8

$233 → $205

12%

7 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 9

$224 → $205

6 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 8

$223 → $206

6 nights

Jul 8 - Jul 14

$240 → $227

Popular Airports to fly from Indianapolis to New Orleans

Indianapolis - New Orleans route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares for Indianapolis to New Orleans are near the typical level at $205.

📅 Best time to fly

May is historically cheapest

Historically, May is the cheapest month to fly from Indianapolis to New Orleans, at $285.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 10h 24m with stops

Flights from Indianapolis to New Orleans typically take 10h 24m with two or more stops.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Frequent deals to New Orleans

Deals from Indianapolis to New Orleans are frequent, with over 1 deal per day historically.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers deals

Frontier Airlines has offered 71 deals from Indianapolis to New Orleans historically.

🎯 Booking tip

Book during cheaper months

Consider booking in May, January, or August for historically lower prices on this route.

Indianapolis main airports to depart from

Indianapolis International (IND)

Cheapest

Indianapolis International Airport is a good choice for flights from Indianapolis to New Orleans.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$205

New Orleans main airports to arrive at

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY)

Cheapest

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights to New Orleans.

📍 ~20 km from New Orleans (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$205

Airports nearby New Orleans used as alternative

Gulfport–Biloxi International (GPT)

Consider Gulfport–Biloxi International as a nearby alternative, offering direct access via the I-10 corridor.

📍 ~115 km from New Orleans (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$227

Baton Rouge Metropolitan (BTR)

Baton Rouge Metropolitan is a major regional hub and a practical alternative due to its proximity to New Orleans.

📍 ~120 km from New Orleans (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$291

Lafayette Regional (LFT)

Lafayette Regional is a reliable alternative for travelers on the western side of the New Orleans area.

📍 ~190 km from New Orleans (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$308

Mobile Regional (MOB)

Mobile Regional is a good alternative for eastbound travelers, providing a decent selection of legacy carriers.

📍 ~200 km from New Orleans (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$298

Pensacola International (PNS)

Cheapest

Pensacola International offers significantly more flight options and competitive pricing, despite a longer drive.

📍 ~280 km from New Orleans (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$214

Business & First Class Flight Deals to New Orleans

New Orleans, United States

32% AI deal score

$3,252

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New Orleans

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch a good offer.

Booking in advance, typically a few months before your desired departure, can often lead to better prices. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, so it's worth monitoring prices if your travel plans allow for flexibility. Mid-week departures may also be more economical.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes uncover different flight options or potentially lower fares. While it may add to your ground travel time, the savings on airfare could make it a worthwhile consideration. Always factor in the total cost and convenience.

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