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October 5 - October 27

Cheapest

MCI - New Orleans

$237

$182

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October 5 - October 20

Cheapest

MCI - New Orleans

$240

$182

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September 5 - October 2

MCI - New Orleans

$310

$199

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September 5 - September 29

MCI - New Orleans

$310

$199

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August 10 - August 21

MCI - New Orleans

$317

$231

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August 30 - September 22

MCI - New Orleans

$308

$233

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August 30 - September 25

MCI - New Orleans

$306

$233

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August 30 - September 29

MCI - New Orleans

$306

$233

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July 13 - July 17

Earliest

MCI - New Orleans

$253

$234

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September 26 - September 30

Best

MCI - New Orleans

$396

$242

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Insights for flights from Kansas City to New Orleans

Flights from Kansas City to New Orleans typically range from $327–$387, with a median of $352. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding cheap flights from Kansas City to New Orleans may require some flexibility or advance planning. New deals appear almost daily for this route, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Kansas City to New Orleans? The data shows that January is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $201. February also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $212. Following these, September presents another option with a median fare of $327.

A typical journey from Kansas City to New Orleans takes about 9h 13m, including connections. This duration reflects that most itineraries for this route connect at least once. In fact, 0% of recent fares were non-stop, meaning travelers should expect at least one stopover. The median number of connections for these itineraries is 2.

The route from Kansas City to New Orleans covers a distance of 1112 kilometers. This classifies it as a short-haul flight, meaning it is a relatively short distance that typically involves less travel time compared to medium or long-haul routes.

How much is a round trip from Kansas City to New Orleans

Regular price: $196 - $351

Prices for flights from Kansas City to New Orleans are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Kansas City to New Orleans is between $196 and $351. The current lowest deal is $182 with Frontier Airlines, valid for travel from October 5 to October 27, 2026.

now $182

Low $196

High $351

The cheapest time to fly from Kansas City to New Orleans

The cheapest month to fly from MKC to MSY is January, with a median price of $201. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $500. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $201

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $500

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Direct flights from Kansas City to New Orleans

Southwest Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Kansas City to New Orleans

Tue, Jun 16

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - New Orleans

Kansas City (MCI) - New Orleans (MSY)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$541

$530

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - New Orleans

Kansas City (MCI) - New Orleans (MSY)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$531

$528

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - New Orleans

Kansas City (MCI) - New Orleans (MSY)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$538

$438

One-way

Fri, Jun 26

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - New Orleans

Kansas City (MCI) - New Orleans (MSY)

American Airlines

$441

$335

One-way

Sun, Jun 28

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - New Orleans

Kansas City (MCI) - New Orleans (MSY)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$432

$386

One-way

Sun, Jun 28

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - New Orleans

Kansas City (MCI) - New Orleans (MSY)

United Airlines

$380

$406

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 26 - Sep 30

$396 → $242

39%

4 nights

Aug 25 - Aug 29

$369 → $243

34%

27 nights

Sep 5 - Oct 2

$310 → $199

36%

24 nights

Sep 5 - Sep 29

$310 → $199

36%

Popular Airports to fly from Kansas City to New Orleans

Kansas City - New Orleans route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Kansas City to New Orleans are above the typical level at $352.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in January for the best prices

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $201.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 9h 13m

The median flight duration for connecting flights from Kansas City to New Orleans is 9h 13m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Frequent deals, connecting flights only

Deals are frequent, with an average of 1.03 deals per day. All flights are connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines has a recent deal

A recent deal with Frontier Airlines was found for $182 from October 5 to October 27.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider booking in advance

Prices can fluctuate; booking in advance may help secure better fares for your trip.

Kansas City main airports to depart from

Kansas City International (MCI)

Cheapest

Kansas City International Airport is a good option for flights from Kansas City to New Orleans.

📍 ~25 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$182

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 from Kansas City.

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

💸 Flights from ~$182

Airports nearby New Orleans used as alternative

Gulfport–Biloxi International (GPT)

This airport is a useful alternative for its proximity and direct access via the I-10 corridor.

📍 ~100 km from New Orleans (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$288

Baton Rouge Metropolitan (BTR)

This airport is a practical alternative due to its very close proximity to the New Orleans metropolitan area.

📍 ~110 km from New Orleans (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$309

Lafayette Regional (LFT)

This airport is a reliable regional alternative for travelers on the western side of the New Orleans area.

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

💸 Flights from ~$375

Mobile Regional (MOB)

This airport is a good alternative for eastbound travelers with a decent selection of legacy carriers.

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

💸 Flights from ~$279

Pensacola International (PNS)

Cheapest

This airport offers significantly more flight options and competitive pricing compared to other regional alternatives.

📍 ~250 km from New Orleans (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$250

Business & First Class Flight Deals to New Orleans

New Orleans, United States

36% AI deal score

$3,694

From MCI

Elite

Aug 13

New Orleans, United States

36% AI deal score

$1,667

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. Also, looking into flights with layovers may sometimes offer lower fares than direct routes.

Booking flights in advance often provides more competitive prices, though last-minute deals can occasionally appear. Prices may fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time can help you identify a good booking window. Weekday travel can sometimes be more budget-friendly than weekend travel.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes lead to more affordable flight options or different schedules. While it may add to your ground travel time, the potential savings could be significant. Always factor in the additional transportation costs and time when considering alternative airports.

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