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August 30 - September 24

Cheapest
Earliest

TPA - New Orleans

$110

$139

Round trip

August 30 - September 10

Cheapest
Earliest

TPA - New Orleans

$118

$139

Round trip

October 24 - October 31

Cheapest

TPA - New Orleans

$152

$139

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October 21 - November 11

Cheapest

TPA - New Orleans

$133

$139

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October 21 - October 28

Cheapest

TPA - New Orleans

$152

$139

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October 21 - October 31

Cheapest

TPA - New Orleans

$141

$139

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October 31 - November 11

Cheapest

TPA - New Orleans

$147

$139

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October 24 - October 28

Cheapest

TPA - New Orleans

$157

$139

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October 24 - November 11

Cheapest

TPA - New Orleans

$134

$139

Round trip

September 27 - October 3

Cheapest
Best

TPA - New Orleans

$185

$139

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Tampa to New Orleans

For cheap flights from Tampa to New Orleans, fares typically range from $84–$141, with a median of $114. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Only 5% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding lower prices may require some flexibility or advance planning. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.
If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Tampa to New Orleans, January stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $70. Other cost-effective options include October, where the median fare is $104, and June, with a median of $106. Planning your trip during these months could lead to significant savings on your travel.
A typical journey from Tampa to New Orleans takes about 3h 16m, including connections. The route has a mixed direct flight share, meaning a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, while the rest connect once. Specifically, 69.8% of recent fares were for direct flights from Tampa to New Orleans, and connecting itineraries typically involve 1 stopover.
The flight distance between Tampa and New Orleans is 784 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This means you can expect a relatively quick journey, making it a convenient option for a getaway or business trip.

How much is a round trip from Tampa to New Orleans

Regular price: $88 - $295

Prices for flights from Tampa to New Orleans are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is typically between $88 and $295. The current lowest deal is $139 with Breeze Airways, for travel from Aug 30-Sep 24.

now $139

Low $88

High $295

The cheapest time to fly from Tampa to New Orleans

The cheapest month to fly from TPA to MSY is January, with a median price of $70. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $293. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $70

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $293

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Direct flights from Tampa to New Orleans

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Last-minute flights going from Tampa to New Orleans

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - New Orleans

American Airlines

Tampa (TPA) - New Orleans (MSY)

American Airlines

$236

$187

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - New Orleans

Breeze Airways

Tampa (TPA) - New Orleans (MSY)

Breeze Airways

$255

$231

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - New Orleans

Breeze Airways

Tampa (TPA) - New Orleans (MSY)

Breeze Airways

$255

$220

One-way

Sat, Jul 4

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - New Orleans

Breeze Airways

Tampa (TPA) - New Orleans (MSY)

Breeze Airways

$245

$185

One-way

Tue, Jul 21

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - New Orleans

Breeze Airways

Tampa (TPA) - New Orleans (MSY)

Breeze Airways

$220

$197

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - New Orleans

Breeze Airways

Tampa (TPA) - New Orleans (MSY)

Breeze Airways

$234

$195

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

$293  →  $185

37%

1 night

Sep 13 - Sep 14

$291  →  $188

35%

4 nights

Sep 24 - Sep 28

$297  →  $200

33%

5 nights

Sep 13 - Sep 18

$289  →  $193

33%

Popular Airports to fly from Tampa to New Orleans

Tampa - New Orleans route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Tampa to New Orleans are above the typical level of $114.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Tampa to New Orleans, with a median price of $70.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 3h 16m

The median flight time from Tampa to New Orleans is 3h 16m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Breeze Airways offers direct flights

Breeze Airways offers direct flights from Tampa to New Orleans.

🏆 Airline highlight

Breeze Airways has direct deals

Breeze Airways has 1 direct deal available for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Tampa to New Orleans are frequent, with over 1 deal per day.

Tampa main airports to depart from

Tampa International (TPA)

Cheapest

Tampa International offers a convenient departure point for flights to New Orleans.

📍 ~10 km from Tampa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$139

St. Pete–Clearwater International (PIE)

St. Pete–Clearwater International is an alternative for flights from the Tampa area to New Orleans.

📍 ~25 km from Tampa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$265

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 Tampa.

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

💸 Flights from ~$139

Airports nearby New Orleans used as alternative

Gulfport–Biloxi International (GPT)

Cheapest

Gulfport–Biloxi International is a useful alternative, especially if you are looking for a cheaper flight.

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

💸 Flights from ~$108

Baton Rouge Metropolitan (BTR)

Baton Rouge Metropolitan is a very close alternative, offering consistent service to major US hubs.

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

💸 Flights from ~$303

Lafayette Regional (LFT)

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$299

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 ~$347

Pensacola International (PNS)

Pensacola International offers significantly more flight options and competitive pricing compared to other regional alternatives.

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

💸 Flights from ~$118

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Sep 11

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81% AI deal score

$7,255

$2,963

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79% AI deal score

$6,816

$3,133

Save $3,683

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78% AI deal score

$6,528

$3,213

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78% AI deal score

$1,220

$665

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78% AI deal score

$1,237

$688

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77% AI deal score

$1,139

$660

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77% AI deal score

$1,149

$688

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77% AI deal score

$1,216

$693

Save $523

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77% AI deal score

$1,214

$693

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76% AI deal score

$1,243

$721

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75% AI deal score

$1,043

$688

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75% AI deal score

$1,037

$688

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74% AI deal score

$1,044

$721

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Jul 30

New Orleans, United States

73% AI deal score

$475

$243

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New Orleans, United States

73% AI deal score

$1,031

$721

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New Orleans, United States

71% AI deal score

$1,326

$877

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Jul 27

New Orleans, United States

68% AI deal score

$925

$688

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67% AI deal score

$895

$698

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67% AI deal score

$906

$719

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Jul 31

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67% AI deal score

$915

$721

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Jul 16

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67% AI deal score

$927

$721

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67% AI deal score

$911

$721

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Aug 12

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65% AI deal score

$3,467

$2,764

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49% AI deal score

$3,244

$2,813

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47% AI deal score

$3,198

$3,049

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46% AI deal score

$3,187

$3,159

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46% AI deal score

$3,203

$3,197

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42% AI deal score

$3,308

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41% AI deal score

$1,075

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41% AI deal score

$1,205

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41% AI deal score

$1,379

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40% AI deal score

$3,600

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39% AI deal score

$3,492

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39% AI deal score

$3,509

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39% AI deal score

$3,509

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39% AI deal score

$3,512

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39% AI deal score

$3,563

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39% AI deal score

$3,563

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39% AI deal score

$3,564

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39% AI deal score

$3,566

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39% AI deal score

$3,581

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39% AI deal score

$3,614

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39% AI deal score

$3,617

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39% AI deal score

$3,765

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39% AI deal score

$3,808

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38% AI deal score

$3,635

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38% AI deal score

$3,724

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38% AI deal score

$3,775

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38% AI deal score

$4,121

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New Orleans, United States

38% AI deal score

$4,133

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Aug 01

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38% AI deal score

$1,484

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New Orleans, United States

38% AI deal score

$1,487

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Jul 28

New Orleans, United States

37% AI deal score

$3,915

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37% AI deal score

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37% AI deal score

$3,927

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37% AI deal score

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37% AI deal score

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37% AI deal score

$3,937

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37% AI deal score

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37% AI deal score

$3,938

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37% AI deal score

$3,943

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37% AI deal score

$3,943

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37% AI deal score

$3,948

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New Orleans, United States

37% AI deal score

$1,149

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$1,149

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$1,149

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$1,149

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36% AI deal score

$1,149

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$1,149

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36% AI deal score

$1,181

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New Orleans, United States

35% AI deal score

$1,201

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$1,255

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35% AI deal score

$1,271

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35% AI deal score

$1,271

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35% AI deal score

$1,278

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35% AI deal score

$1,318

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35% AI deal score

$1,334

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New Orleans, United States

34% AI deal score

$1,546

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34% AI deal score

$2,167

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30% AI deal score

$2,796

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30% AI deal score

$2,796

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New Orleans, United States

30% AI deal score

$5,755

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New Orleans

Historically, the best time to purchase tickets for flights from Tampa to New Orleans is typically 60 or more days before departure, with an average price of $113. Booking 14-27 days out also presents a good option, with an average price of $121. Waiting until 0-6 days before departure usually results in a higher average price of $200. Planning ahead can lead to more favorable prices for this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Tampa to New Orleans is considered to be $84 or less. The median price for this route was $114. Prices typically range, with 75% of observed prices being $141 or less. Travelers aiming for a good deal should target prices around the $84 mark.

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Tampa to New Orleans, with a median price of $70. Other relatively inexpensive months include October, with a median price of $104, and June, with a median price of $106. The annual median price for this route is $114. Travelers looking for the lowest fares should consider flying in January.