$21 Cheap flight deals from Orlando (ORL) to New Orleans (MSY)

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This Weekend's Flight Deals from Orlando to New Orleans

This weekend's flight prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sun, May 26 - Tue, May 28
MCO
Orlando Intl.
MSY
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
$179 Roundtrip, just found
$179
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sun, May 26 from Orlando Intl. to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl., returning Tue, May 28, priced at $179 just found

Airfares from $21 One Way, $41 Round Trip from Orlando to New Orleans

Prices starting at $41 for return flights and $21 for one-way flights to New Orleans were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Tue, Jun 4 - Tue, Jun 11
MCO
Orlando
MSY
New Orleans
$41 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$41
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jun 4 from Orlando to New Orleans, returning Tue, Jun 11, priced at $41 found 9 hours ago
Tue, Jun 4 - Sat, Jun 8
MCO
Orlando
MSY
New Orleans
$48 Roundtrip, just found
$48
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jun 4 from Orlando to New Orleans, returning Sat, Jun 8, priced at $48 just found
Tue, Jun 11 - Wed, Jun 12
MCO
Orlando
MSY
New Orleans
$53 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$53
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jun 11 from Orlando to New Orleans, returning Wed, Jun 12, priced at $53 found 15 hours ago
Sat, Sep 28 - Tue, Oct 1
MCO
Orlando
MSY
New Orleans
$188 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$188
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 28 from Orlando to New Orleans, returning Tue, Oct 1, priced at $188 found 2 days ago
Fri, Aug 2 - Mon, Aug 5
MCO
Orlando
MSY
New Orleans
$231 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$231
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Aug 2 from Orlando to New Orleans, returning Mon, Aug 5, priced at $231 found 10 hours ago

New Orleans economy flight packages

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Inn on St Ann
3.0-star property

Inn on St Ann

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)

Jul 9 - Jul 13

4 night stay

Orlando (MCO) to New Orleans (MSY)

Spirit Airlines • Roundtrip • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
per person
Dwayne was so friendly and helpful; he made our stay extra-special!

Reviewed on Oct 2, 2023

The Eleanor New Orleans
2.0-star property

The Eleanor New Orleans

No reviews

Jul 3 - Jul 7

4 night stay

Orlando (MCO) to New Orleans (MSY)

Spirit Airlines • Roundtrip • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
per person
NOPSI Hotel, New Orleans
4.5-star property

NOPSI Hotel, New Orleans

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,402 reviews)

Jul 12 - Jul 14

2 night stay

Orlando (MCO) to New Orleans (MSY)

Spirit Airlines • Roundtrip • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
per person
Strong on all counts save one. Our room was musty. We ended up buying scented candles to address the issue. Food was great, service amazing, friendly, helpful. Could use a few more options for non alcoholic drinks. That’s just me though.

Reviewed on Apr 13, 2024

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More About Flying To New Orleans from Orlando

Route Information for Flights from Orlando to New Orleans

Origin Airport IATA Code
ORL
Destination Airport IATA Code
MSY
Distance
550 mi
Direct Flight Airlines
Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines
Earliest Flight Arrival
12:20PM UTC
Latest Flight Arrival
1:20AM UTC

Fly from Orlando to New Orleans

When you fly from Orlando to New Orleans, you'll depart from Orlando International Airport (MCO) and arrive at your destination in about one hour and 22 minutes. Upon arrival, you'll be joyfully overwhelmed by the smells of gumbo and the sounds of jazz music. Although New Orleans is a modern city, it still retains much of its French history.

Attractions

If you visit during football season and have tickets, you might watch the NFL's New Orleans Saints play a home game at the Superdome. If you're into the arts, enjoy the New Orleans Opera at the Theatre for the Performing Arts. Louis Armstrong Park is located near the French Quarter in the Treme neighborhood. This is home to the New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park and Congo Square.

Hints and tips

Major highways in New Orleans include Interstate 10, Interstate 610 and the Lake Ponchartrain Causeway. The main airport is Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY). Major annual events include Mardi Gras in February, which is the city's version of Carnival. It features Fat Tuesday on the day and night before the start of Lent. Daytime highs in New Orleans range from 85 to 90 degrees with high humidity between May and September. Temperatures tend to stay close to 65 degrees between December and February.

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from Orlando to New Orleans?
Yes, if you’re jet-setting from MCO to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY), you’ll only have one flight number to remember. There are 3 airlines that offer nonstop services to select from. Some of the best include:

  • Southwest Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • Frontier Airlines

What is the shortest flight from Orlando to New Orleans?
Leave that movie marathon for the hotel room, because the trip from Orlando to New Orleans can be as quick as 1 hour and 45 minutes.
What airlines fly from Orlando to New Orleans most frequently?
Consider booking a ticket with Southwest Airlines (WN), which frequently services this route. This airline offers 95 flights every month between Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.) and Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY). If you can’t find the right flight there, check out Spirit Airlines (NK). This airline is a terrific alternative and has 56 flights between Orlando and New Orleans monthly.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won’t keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

Fare, taxes & fees: Fares include all taxes and fees, except baggage fees. Rates shown reflect fares found by other Orbitz users over the past 7 days. Due to rapidly changing airline prices & seat availability, these fares may no longer be available.

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Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.