How many flights from New York to New Orleans are non-stop?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 8.1% of flights from New York to New Orleans were non-stop. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was typically 2. Travelers should consider this when planning their journey.

How long is the flight from New York to New Orleans?

A direct flight from New York to New Orleans typically takes 3 hours and 21 minutes, covering a distance of 1877 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration historically extends to 8 hours and 16 minutes. This represents a significant difference in travel time depending on whether the flight is direct or includes a stopover.

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

Cheap flights from New York to New Orleans are historically frequent. This route is classified as one with regular opportunities for finding good value fares. Travelers can typically expect to see favorable pricing options appear consistently.

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New York to New Orleans: Overview

Insights for flights from New York to New Orleans

A typical journey from New York to New Orleans takes about 3h 22m, including connections. Given that most itineraries on this route involve at least one stop, the median connecting flight time is significantly longer at 16h 13m, compared to 3h 22m for non-stop options. This indicates that while direct flights are available, connecting itineraries are more common and extend the overall travel duration.

For travelers looking for cheap flights from New York to New Orleans, prices right now are above the typical level. Fares for this route typically range from $400–$889, with a median price of $594. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price, suggesting that current offerings are not particularly favorable.

When is the cheapest time to fly from New York to New Orleans? Historically, June stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $280. Following closely, January also offers competitive prices, with a median fare of $287. May is another relatively inexpensive option, showing a median fare of $356.

Most itineraries for flights from New York to New Orleans connect at least once, with only 8.1% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of itineraries that do involve connections, travelers can expect a median of 2 stopovers. This means that while direct flights from New York to New Orleans are available, they represent a small portion of the overall flight options.

The distance between New York and New Orleans is approximately 1877 kilometers. This classifies the route as a medium-haul journey, meaning it is a mid-range flight that typically involves several hours in the air.

How much is a round trip from New York to New Orleans

Regular price: $148 - $270

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

The regular price range for this route is between $148 and $270. The current lowest deal is $163 with JetBlue Airways, for travel from Jan 20-Jan 26.

now $163

Low $148

High $270

The cheapest time to fly from New York to New Orleans

The cheapest month to fly from NYC to MSY is June, with a median price of $280. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $974. Generally, prices are lower from January to October.

June

Cheapest

Flights from $280

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $974

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from New York to New Orleans

JetBlue Airways

Last-minute flights going from New York to New Orleans

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

EWR - New Orleans

New York (EWR) - New Orleans (MSY)

Frontier Airlines

$460

$372

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

EWR - New Orleans

New York (EWR) - New Orleans (MSY)

Frontier Airlines

$452

$399

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LGA - New Orleans

New York (LGA) - New Orleans (MSY)

Frontier Airlines

$423

$328

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LGA - New Orleans

New York (LGA) - New Orleans (MSY)

Frontier Airlines

$414

$314

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LGA - New Orleans

New York (LGA) - New Orleans (MSY)

Frontier Airlines

$416

$327

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

LGA - New Orleans

New York (LGA) - New Orleans (MSY)

Frontier Airlines

$378

$305

One-way

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

1 night

Oct 27 - Oct 28

$463 → $364

21%

3 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 30

$452 → $373

17%

1 night

Oct 28 - Oct 29

$446 → $378

15%

4 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 31

$449 → $400

11%

Popular Airports to fly from New York to New Orleans

New York - New Orleans route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for flights from New York to New Orleans are above the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in June for prices around $280

Historically, June is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $280.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 3h 22m

Direct flights from New York to New Orleans typically take 3 hours and 22 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 8.1% of recent flights from New York to New Orleans are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

JetBlue Airways offers direct flights

JetBlue Airways has 1 direct deal available for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from New York to New Orleans are frequent, appearing often.

New York main airports to depart from

LaGuardia (LGA)

Cheapest

LaGuardia offers flights to New Orleans, providing a convenient option for travelers from New York.

📍 ~13 km from New York city center (reachable by car or public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$197

John F. Kennedy International (JFK)

John F. Kennedy International is a major hub for flights to New Orleans from the New York area.

📍 ~21 km from New York city center (reachable by car or public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$212

New York Stewart International Airport (SWF)

New York Stewart International Airport provides an alternative departure point for flights to New Orleans.

📍 ~88 km from New York city center (reachable by car or public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$286

Newark Liberty International (EWR)

Newark Liberty International offers flights to New Orleans, serving travelers in the broader New York region.

📍 ~14 km from New York city center (reachable by car or public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$220

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 New Orleans.

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

💸 Flights from ~$184

Airports nearby New Orleans used as alternative

Baton Rouge Metropolitan (BTR)

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$348

Business & First Class Flight Deals to New Orleans

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New Orleans

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from New York to New Orleans is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $569. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically saw average prices rise to $1151, while booking 7-13 days out resulted in an average price of $797. Prices for bookings made 28-59 days in advance averaged $648, and those made 60+ days out averaged $764.

A good price for a flight from New York to New Orleans is typically around $400 or less, based on historical data across the trailing quarter. The median price for this route has been $594. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed fares being $889 or less.

Historically, June has been one of the best months to fly from New York to New Orleans, with a median price of $280. January also offered favorable prices, with a median of $287. The annual median price for this route typically stands at $594, indicating significant potential savings during these months.

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New York to New Orleans: Overview

Insights for flights from New York to New Orleans

How much is a round trip from New York to New Orleans

Regular price: $148 - $270

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

The regular price range for this route is between $148 and $270. The current lowest deal is $163 with JetBlue Airways, for travel from Jan 20-Jan 26.

now $163

Low $148

High $270

The cheapest time to fly from New York to New Orleans

The cheapest month to fly from NYC to MSY is June, with a median price of $280. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $974. Generally, prices are lower from January to October.

June

Cheapest

Flights from $280

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $974

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from New York to New Orleans

JetBlue Airways

Last-minute flights going from New York to New Orleans

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

EWR - New Orleans

New York (EWR) - New Orleans (MSY)

Frontier Airlines

$460

$372

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

EWR - New Orleans

New York (EWR) - New Orleans (MSY)

Frontier Airlines

$452

$399

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LGA - New Orleans

New York (LGA) - New Orleans (MSY)

Frontier Airlines

$423

$328

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LGA - New Orleans

New York (LGA) - New Orleans (MSY)

Frontier Airlines

$414

$314

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LGA - New Orleans

New York (LGA) - New Orleans (MSY)

Frontier Airlines

$416

$327

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

LGA - New Orleans

New York (LGA) - New Orleans (MSY)

Frontier Airlines

$378

$305

One-way

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

1 night

Oct 27 - Oct 28

$463 → $364

21%

3 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 30

$452 → $373

17%

1 night

Oct 28 - Oct 29

$446 → $378

15%

4 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 31

$449 → $400

11%

Popular Airports to fly from New York to New Orleans