What percentage of Nashville to New Orleans flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 20% of flights from Nashville to New Orleans were direct. This means that the majority of routes typically involve at least one stopover. For flights that include connections, the median number of stopovers has been 2. Travelers prioritizing direct routes should be aware of this historical distribution.

How long does it take to fly from Nashville to New Orleans?

A direct flight from Nashville to New Orleans typically takes about 1 hour and 35 minutes, covering a distance of 759 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases to approximately 5 hours and 15 minutes. Travelers should factor in these duration differences when planning their journeys. The presence of stopovers can significantly extend the overall travel time.

Should I set a price alert for Nashville to New Orleans flights?

Historically, deals for flights from Nashville to New Orleans have been classified as frequent. This suggests that price fluctuations and opportunities for good fares occur regularly. Setting a price alert could be beneficial for travelers seeking to secure a favorable price. Given the frequent nature of deals, an alert can help travelers track price changes over time.

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Nashville to New Orleans: Overview

Insights for flights from Nashville to New Orleans

For cheap flights from Nashville to New Orleans, fares typically range from $301–$425, with a median of $374. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, with 30% of recent fares classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Nashville to New Orleans? The data indicates that February is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $207. Following closely are March, with a median of $211, and January, with a median of $234.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 20% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of connections is 2.

How long is the flight from Nashville to New Orleans? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 6h 41m. For direct flights from Nashville to New Orleans, the median flight time is 1h 35m.

The distance between Nashville and New Orleans is 759 km, classifying this as a short-haul route. This means you can expect a relatively quick travel time, especially on non-stop services.

How much is a round trip from Nashville to New Orleans

Regular price: $313 - $459

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

The regular price range for flights from Nashville to New Orleans is typically between $313 and $459. The current lowest deal is $208 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Aug 12-Aug 22.

now $208

Low $313

High $459

The cheapest time to fly from Nashville to New Orleans

The cheapest month to fly from Nashville to New Orleans is February, with a median price of $209. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $620. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $209

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $620

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Nashville to New Orleans

Southwest Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Nashville to New Orleans

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

BNA - New Orleans

Nashville (BNA) - New Orleans (MSY)

Frontier Airlines

$830

$302

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

BNA - New Orleans

Nashville (BNA) - New Orleans (MSY)

Frontier Airlines

$660

$327

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

BNA - New Orleans

Nashville (BNA) - New Orleans (MSY)

Frontier Airlines

$626

$297

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

BNA - New Orleans

Nashville (BNA) - New Orleans (MSY)

JetBlue Airways

$635

$374

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

BNA - New Orleans

Nashville (BNA) - New Orleans (MSY)

Frontier Airlines

$612

$312

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

BNA - New Orleans

Nashville (BNA) - New Orleans (MSY)

Frontier Airlines

$536

$278

One-way

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

1 night

Aug 1 - Aug 2

$830 → $302

64%

3 nights

Aug 3 - Aug 6

$660 → $327

50%

3 nights

Aug 4 - Aug 7

$626 → $297

53%

2 nights

Aug 11 - Aug 13

$546 → $243

55%

Popular Airports to fly from Nashville to New Orleans

Nashville - New Orleans route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Nashville to New Orleans are below the typical level, with prices around $208.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Nashville to New Orleans, with a median price of $209.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 35m

Direct flights from Nashville to New Orleans typically take 1 hour and 35 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Southwest Airlines offers direct flights

Southwest Airlines offers direct flights from Nashville to New Orleans.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Nashville to New Orleans are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Nashville main airports to depart from

Nashville International (BNA)

Cheapest

Nashville International Airport is a great choice for flights from Nashville to New Orleans.

📍 ~12 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$220

New Orleans main airports to arrive at

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY)

Cheapest

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is the primary airport for flights to New Orleans.

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

💸 Flights from ~$220

Airports nearby New Orleans used as alternative

Baton Rouge Metropolitan (BTR)

Baton Rouge Metropolitan is a primary alternative for the Louisiana region with full cabin class availability.

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

💸 Flights from ~$284

Business & First Class Flight Deals to New Orleans

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New Orleans

Historically, booking flights from Nashville to New Orleans 60+ days in advance has yielded the lowest average prices, around $349. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches, with flights booked 28-59 days out averaging $351. For travelers booking within 7-13 days of departure, the average price rises significantly to $520. Across the trailing quarter, prices for last-minute bookings (within 7-13 days) were substantially higher than those booked further in advance.

Based on data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Nashville to New Orleans is typically around $301 or less. The median price for this route has been $374. Prices can range upward, with 75% of observed prices falling below $425. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target prices at or below the $301 threshold.

Historically, February has been the cheapest month to fly from Nashville to New Orleans, with a median price of $207. March also offers competitive prices, with a median of $211. January has shown a median price of $234, making these three months generally more affordable than the annual median price of $374. Travelers looking for lower fares should consider planning their trips during these months.

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Nashville to New Orleans: Overview

Insights for flights from Nashville to New Orleans

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 20% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of connections is 2.

The distance between Nashville and New Orleans is 759 km, classifying this as a short-haul route. This means you can expect a relatively quick travel time, especially on non-stop services.

How much is a round trip from Nashville to New Orleans

Regular price: $313 - $459

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

The regular price range for flights from Nashville to New Orleans is typically between $313 and $459. The current lowest deal is $208 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Aug 12-Aug 22.

now $208

Low $313

High $459

The cheapest time to fly from Nashville to New Orleans

February

Cheapest

Flights from $209

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $620

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Nashville to New Orleans

Southwest Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Nashville to New Orleans

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

BNA - New Orleans

Nashville (BNA) - New Orleans (MSY)

Frontier Airlines

$830

$302

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

BNA - New Orleans

Nashville (BNA) - New Orleans (MSY)

Frontier Airlines

$660

$327

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

BNA - New Orleans

Nashville (BNA) - New Orleans (MSY)

Frontier Airlines

$626

$297

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

BNA - New Orleans

Nashville (BNA) - New Orleans (MSY)

JetBlue Airways

$635

$374

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

BNA - New Orleans

Nashville (BNA) - New Orleans (MSY)

Frontier Airlines

$612

$312

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

BNA - New Orleans

Nashville (BNA) - New Orleans (MSY)

Frontier Airlines

$536

$278

One-way

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

1 night

Aug 1 - Aug 2

$830 → $302

64%

3 nights

Aug 3 - Aug 6

$660 → $327

50%

3 nights

Aug 4 - Aug 7

$626 → $297

53%

2 nights

Aug 11 - Aug 13

$546 → $243

55%

Popular Airports to fly from Nashville to New Orleans