Can I fly direct from New Orleans to Orlando?

Historically, direct flights are available from New Orleans to Orlando. Approximately 30% of flights on this route have been direct in the trailing 90 days. For journeys involving connections, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. While direct options exist, a significant portion of flights include at least one stop.

What's the flight time from New Orleans to Orlando?

The typical direct flight time from New Orleans to Orlando is approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes, covering a distance of 886 kilometers. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time extends to about 6 hours and 27 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of direct routes compared to those with connections.

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

Given that flight deals for the New Orleans to Orlando route are historically frequent, setting a price alert is a beneficial strategy. This route often sees price fluctuations, making it advantageous to monitor fares. An alert can help travelers identify when prices drop, potentially securing a more economical booking.

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Explore current cheapest deals departing from New Orleans to Orlando

2026-08-18 – 2026-08-19
MSY - Orlando
81% AI deal score
$263
$84
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2026-08-22 – 2026-08-29
MSY - Orlando
78% AI deal score
$241
$92
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2026-08-12 – 2026-08-17
MSY - Orlando
77% AI deal score
$254
$105
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2026-08-17 – 2026-08-20
MSY - Orlando
76% AI deal score
$264
$117
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2026-08-11 – 2026-08-13
MSY - Orlando
76% AI deal score
$276
$118
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2026-08-20 – 2026-08-22
MSY - Orlando
75% AI deal score
$261
$120
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2026-08-20 – 2026-08-27
MSY - Orlando
74% AI deal score
$244
$120
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2026-08-20 – 2026-08-24
MSY - Orlando
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$260
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MSY - Orlando
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New Orleans to Orlando: Overview

Insights for flights from New Orleans to Orlando

For cheap flights from New Orleans to Orlando, fares typically range from $153–$633, with a median of $359. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, and 0% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route, indicating frequent opportunities to find better prices.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from New Orleans to Orlando, January stands out with a median fare of $89. Other economical months include April, where the median fare is $115, and November, with a median of $132. These months offer the most favorable pricing for this route.

A typical journey from New Orleans to Orlando takes about 1h 50m. However, since most itineraries connect at least once, the median connecting journey time is 6h 32m. This means that while the direct flight is relatively short, you should account for longer travel times if your itinerary includes layovers.

The route from New Orleans to Orlando covers a distance of 886 kilometers. This classifies it as a short-haul flight, making it a relatively quick trip between the two cities.

How much is a round trip from New Orleans to Orlando

Regular price: $202 - $324

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

The regular price range for flights from New Orleans to Orlando is $202 to $324. The current lowest deal is $82 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Aug 24-Aug 29.

now $82

Low $202

High $324

The cheapest time to fly from New Orleans to Orlando

The cheapest month to fly from MSY to ORL is January, with a median price of $89. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $604. Prices are generally lower from January to September.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $89

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $604

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from New Orleans to Orlando

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from New Orleans to Orlando

Thu, Jul 30

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Orlando

New Orleans (MSY) - Orlando (MCO)

$288

$197

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Orlando

New Orleans (MSY) - Orlando (MCO)

$326

$162

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Orlando

New Orleans (MSY) - Orlando (MCO)

Breeze Airways

$321

$205

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Orlando

New Orleans (MSY) - Orlando (MCO)

$287

$189

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Orlando

New Orleans (MSY) - Orlando (MCO)

Breeze Airways

$307

$183

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Orlando

New Orleans (MSY) - Orlando (MCO)

Breeze Airways

$309

$205

One-way

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

1 night

Aug 18 - Aug 19

$261 → $84

68%

5 nights

Aug 24 - Aug 29

$250 → $82

67%

1 night

Aug 4 - Aug 5

$326 → $162

50%

2 nights

Aug 11 - Aug 13

$272 → $118

57%

Popular Airports to fly from New Orleans to Orlando

New Orleans - Orlando route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from MSY to ORL are at $424, above the typical level of $359.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest at $89.

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $89.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 50m.

Direct flights to Orlando from New Orleans typically take 1h 50m, while connecting flights average 6h 32m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route.

Connecting flights make up 70% of routes, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights.

Frontier Airlines has direct flights available from New Orleans to Orlando.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route.

Deals for flights from New Orleans to Orlando appear frequently, typically within a 30-day window.

New Orleans main airports to depart from

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY)

Cheapest

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is a good option for flights from New Orleans to Orlando.

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

💸 Flights from ~$130

Orlando main airports to arrive at

Orlando International (MCO)

Cheapest

Orlando International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from New Orleans to Orlando.

📍 ~14 km from Orlando city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$130

Airports nearby Orlando used as alternative

Tampa International (TPA)

Cheapest

Tampa International (TPA) is a major international hub, offering a wide variety of carriers for reliable long-haul flights.

📍 ~135 km from Orlando (approximately 1.5 to 2 hours drive depending on I-4 traffic)

💸 Flights from ~$137

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Orlando

74% AI deal score

$1,380

$946

Save $434

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Orlando

Historically, the best time to book flights from New Orleans to Orlando for the cheapest prices is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this booking window, the average price observed was $157. Booking too early, such as 60+ days out, saw average prices around $323, while booking within 0-6 days of departure typically resulted in an average price of $483. This trend suggests that waiting until closer to the departure date, but not too close, can yield more favorable fares.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from New Orleans to Orlando is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $153. The median price for this route historically stands at $359. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed fares being $633 or less. Therefore, aiming for a price under $153 generally indicates a favorable booking.

Historically, January, April, and November have offered some of the most competitive prices for flights from New Orleans to Orlando. January typically sees a median price of $89, while April's median price is around $115. November also presents a good option with a median price of $132. These months generally provide better value compared to the annual median price of $359 for this route.

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New Orleans to Orlando: Overview

Insights for flights from New Orleans to Orlando

The route from New Orleans to Orlando covers a distance of 886 kilometers. This classifies it as a short-haul flight, making it a relatively quick trip between the two cities.

How much is a round trip from New Orleans to Orlando

Regular price: $202 - $324

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

The regular price range for flights from New Orleans to Orlando is $202 to $324. The current lowest deal is $82 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Aug 24-Aug 29.

now $82

Low $202

High $324

The cheapest time to fly from New Orleans to Orlando

January

Cheapest

Flights from $89

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $604

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from New Orleans to Orlando

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from New Orleans to Orlando

Thu, Jul 30

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Orlando

New Orleans (MSY) - Orlando (MCO)

$288

$197

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Orlando

New Orleans (MSY) - Orlando (MCO)

$326

$162

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Orlando

New Orleans (MSY) - Orlando (MCO)

Breeze Airways

$321

$205

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Orlando

New Orleans (MSY) - Orlando (MCO)

$287

$189

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Orlando

New Orleans (MSY) - Orlando (MCO)

Breeze Airways

$307

$183

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Orlando

New Orleans (MSY) - Orlando (MCO)

Breeze Airways

$309

$205

One-way

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

1 night

Aug 18 - Aug 19

$261 → $84

68%

5 nights

Aug 24 - Aug 29

$250 → $82

67%

1 night

Aug 4 - Aug 5

$326 → $162

50%

2 nights

Aug 11 - Aug 13

$272 → $118

57%

Popular Airports to fly from New Orleans to Orlando