What percentage of New Orleans to Atlanta flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 26.2% of flights from New Orleans to Atlanta were direct. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2. Travelers prioritizing direct routes may find fewer options, while those open to connecting flights will have more choices available.

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

The typical direct flight from New Orleans to Atlanta has a median duration of 1 hour and 53 minutes. This route covers a distance of 684 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to 5 hours and 16 minutes. Travelers should consider these durations when planning their journey.

How often do cheap flights from New Orleans to Atlanta come up?

Cheap flights from New Orleans to Atlanta are historically frequent. This route is classified as one with a consistent availability of deals. Travelers can typically find favorable prices without an extended wait. This frequency makes it easier to plan a trip to Atlanta from New Orleans.

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New Orleans to Atlanta: Overview

Insights for flights from New Orleans to Atlanta

Fares for cheap flights from New Orleans to Atlanta typically range from $119 to $577, with a median price of $355. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding deals may require some flexibility.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from New Orleans to Atlanta, April stands out as the most affordable month with a median fare of just $56. Other cost-effective options include September, where the median fare is $99, and August, with a median fare of $117.

A typical journey from New Orleans to Atlanta takes about 1h 53m. However, since most itineraries connect at least once, this median includes connecting flights. For connecting itineraries, the median journey time extends to 12h 12m, while direct flights from New Orleans to Atlanta have a median duration of 1h 53m.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 26.2% of recent fares being non-stop. When a connection is necessary, the majority of connecting itineraries typically involve 2 stopovers.

The distance between New Orleans and Atlanta is approximately 684 kilometers. This classifies the route as a short-haul flight, meaning you can expect a relatively brief travel time.

How much is a round trip from New Orleans to Atlanta

Regular price: $85 - $223

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

The regular price range for flights from New Orleans to Atlanta is between $85 and $223. The current lowest deal is $70 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 18-Sep 19.

now $70

Low $85

High $223

The cheapest time to fly from New Orleans to Atlanta

Flights from MSY to ATL are cheapest in April, with a median price of $82. The most expensive month to fly is January, with a median price of $1455. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $82

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,455

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from New Orleans to Atlanta

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Last-minute flights going from New Orleans to Atlanta

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Atlanta

New Orleans (MSY) - Atlanta (ATL)

Frontier Airlines

$466

$349

One-way

Thu, Aug 27

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Atlanta

New Orleans (MSY) - Atlanta (ATL)

Frontier Airlines

$431

$268

One-way

Thu, Aug 27

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Atlanta

New Orleans (MSY) - Atlanta (ATL)

Frontier Airlines

$448

$349

One-way

Mon, Sep 7

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Atlanta

New Orleans (MSY) - Atlanta (ATL)

Frontier Airlines

$251

$190

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Atlanta

New Orleans (MSY) - Atlanta (ATL)

Frontier Airlines

$90

$79

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Atlanta

New Orleans (MSY) - Atlanta (ATL)

Frontier Airlines

$112

$75

One-way

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

1 night

Aug 29 - Aug 30

$448 → $268

40%

4 nights

Aug 27 - Aug 31

$428 → $274

36%

3 nights

Aug 27 - Aug 30

$431 → $291

32%

1 night

Sep 23 - Sep 24

$232 → $97

58%

Popular Airports to fly from New Orleans to Atlanta

New Orleans - Atlanta route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for MSY to ATL are above the typical level, with a median price of $355.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from MSY to ATL, with a median price of $56.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 53m

Direct flights from MSY to ATL typically take 1 hour and 53 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

Connecting flights are more common, making up 73.8% of recent route options.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines has offered direct flights on the New Orleans to Atlanta route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals on flights from New Orleans to Atlanta appear frequently, so check often.

New Orleans main airports to depart from

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY)

Cheapest

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International is a convenient option for flights from New Orleans to Atlanta.

📍 ~19 km from New Orleans city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$69

Atlanta main airports to arrive at

Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International (ATL)

Cheapest

Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport is a primary gateway for travelers flying to Atlanta from New Orleans.

📍 ~13 km from city center (reachable by car, train, and bus)

💸 Flights from ~$63

Airports nearby Atlanta used as alternative

Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International (BHM)

Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International is a robust alternative with diverse carrier options for travelers avoiding Atlanta.

📍 ~230 km from Atlanta (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$253

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Atlanta, United States

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$841

$668

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Atlanta, United States

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$997

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From MSY

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Oct 27

Atlanta, United States

66% AI deal score

$768

$657

Save $111

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From MSY

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Atlanta, United States

66% AI deal score

$753

$657

Save $96

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Nov 18

Atlanta, United States

66% AI deal score

$799

$687

Save $112

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Atlanta, United States

66% AI deal score

$926

$740

Save $186

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Oct 31

Atlanta, United States

65% AI deal score

$754

$657

Save $97

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From MSY

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Nov 25

Atlanta, United States

65% AI deal score

$791

$687

Save $104

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Nov 26

Atlanta, United States

49% AI deal score

$966

$828

Save $138

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Sep 15

Atlanta, United States

48% AI deal score

$797

$736

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Atlanta, United States

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$746

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Atlanta

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from New Orleans to Atlanta is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price observed was $71. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees prices around $713, while booking 7-13 days out averages $676. Planning ahead by 28-59 days can result in significant savings compared to last-minute bookings.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from New Orleans to Atlanta is considered to be $119 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $355. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed fares being $577 or less. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target prices at or below the $119 threshold.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from New Orleans to Atlanta include April, with a median price of $56, and September, with a median price of $99. August also offered relatively lower prices, with a median of $117. The annual median price for this route is $355, indicating that these specific months offer considerable savings compared to the yearly average.

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New Orleans to Atlanta: Overview

Insights for flights from New Orleans to Atlanta

The distance between New Orleans and Atlanta is approximately 684 kilometers. This classifies the route as a short-haul flight, meaning you can expect a relatively brief travel time.

How much is a round trip from New Orleans to Atlanta

Regular price: $85 - $223

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

The regular price range for flights from New Orleans to Atlanta is between $85 and $223. The current lowest deal is $70 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 18-Sep 19.

now $70

Low $85

High $223

The cheapest time to fly from New Orleans to Atlanta

April

Cheapest

Flights from $82

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,455

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from New Orleans to Atlanta

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from New Orleans to Atlanta

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Atlanta

New Orleans (MSY) - Atlanta (ATL)

Frontier Airlines

$466

$349

One-way

Thu, Aug 27

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Atlanta

New Orleans (MSY) - Atlanta (ATL)

Frontier Airlines

$431

$268

One-way

Thu, Aug 27

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Atlanta

New Orleans (MSY) - Atlanta (ATL)

Frontier Airlines

$448

$349

One-way

Mon, Sep 7

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Atlanta

New Orleans (MSY) - Atlanta (ATL)

Frontier Airlines

$251

$190

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Atlanta

New Orleans (MSY) - Atlanta (ATL)

Frontier Airlines

$90

$79

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Atlanta

New Orleans (MSY) - Atlanta (ATL)

Frontier Airlines

$112

$75

One-way

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

1 night

Aug 29 - Aug 30

$448 → $268

40%

4 nights

Aug 27 - Aug 31

$428 → $274

36%

3 nights

Aug 27 - Aug 30

$431 → $291

32%

1 night

Sep 23 - Sep 24

$232 → $97

58%

Popular Airports to fly from New Orleans to Atlanta

New Orleans - Atlanta route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for MSY to ATL are above the typical level, with a median price of $355.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from MSY to ATL, with a median price of $56.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 53m

Direct flights from MSY to ATL typically take 1 hour and 53 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

Connecting flights are more common, making up 73.8% of recent route options.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines has offered direct flights on the New Orleans to Atlanta route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals on flights from New Orleans to Atlanta appear frequently, so check often.

New Orleans main airports to depart from

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY)

Cheapest

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International is a convenient option for flights from New Orleans to Atlanta.

📍 ~19 km from New Orleans city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$69

Atlanta main airports to arrive at

Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International (ATL)

Cheapest

Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport is a primary gateway for travelers flying to Atlanta from New Orleans.

📍 ~13 km from city center (reachable by car, train, and bus)

💸 Flights from ~$63

Airports nearby Atlanta used as alternative

Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International (BHM)

Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International is a robust alternative with diverse carrier options for travelers avoiding Atlanta.

Atlanta, United States

47% AI deal score

$791

$746

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Atlanta

Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Atlanta

Today’s best flight deals from New Orleans to Atlanta

New Orleans to Atlanta: Overview

Insights for flights from New Orleans to Atlanta

How much is a round trip from New Orleans to Atlanta

The cheapest time to fly from New Orleans to Atlanta

Direct flights from New Orleans to Atlanta

Last-minute flights going from New Orleans to Atlanta

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

Popular Airports to fly from New Orleans to Atlanta

New Orleans - Atlanta route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

April is historically the cheapest month to fly

Direct flights take 1h 53m

Connecting flights are more common

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear frequently on this route

New Orleans main airports to depart from

Atlanta main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Atlanta used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Atlanta

Best Elite deals to Atlanta

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Atlanta

How far in advance should I book a flight from New Orleans to Atlanta?

What is a good price for a flight from New Orleans to Atlanta?

Which months have the cheapest flights from New Orleans to Atlanta?

What percentage of New Orleans to Atlanta flights are direct?

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

How often do cheap flights from New Orleans to Atlanta come up?

Related routes

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Flights to Atlanta from other cities

New Orleans to Atlanta: Overview

Insights for flights from New Orleans to Atlanta

How much is a round trip from New Orleans to Atlanta

The cheapest time to fly from New Orleans to Atlanta

Direct flights from New Orleans to Atlanta

Last-minute flights going from New Orleans to Atlanta

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

Popular Airports to fly from New Orleans to Atlanta

New Orleans - Atlanta route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

April is historically the cheapest month to fly

Direct flights take 1h 53m

Connecting flights are more common

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear frequently on this route

New Orleans main airports to depart from

Atlanta main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Atlanta used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Atlanta

Best Elite deals to Atlanta

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Jan 08

Dec 18

Oct 27

Oct 03

Nov 18

Sep 11

Oct 31

Nov 25

Nov 26

Sep 15

Dec 02

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Atlanta

How far in advance should I book a flight from New Orleans to Atlanta?

What is a good price for a flight from New Orleans to Atlanta?

Which months have the cheapest flights from New Orleans to Atlanta?