Cheap Flight Deals From New Orleans (MSY) to Orlando (ORL) Starting at $29

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This Weekend's Flight Deals from New Orleans to Orlando

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.

Fri, Sep 29 - Sun, Oct 1
MSY
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
MCO
Orlando Intl.
$129 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$129
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 29 from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. to Orlando Intl., returning Sun, Oct 1, priced at $129 found 1 hour ago

Airfares from $29 One Way, $53 Round Trip from New Orleans to Orlando

Prices starting at $53 for return flights and $29 for one-way flights to Orlando were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Fri, Oct 20 - Mon, Oct 23
MSY
New Orleans
MCO
Orlando
$53 Roundtrip, just found
$53
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 20 from New Orleans to Orlando, returning Mon, Oct 23, priced at $53 just found
Fri, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 6
MSY
New Orleans
MCO
Orlando
$58 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$58
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 3 from New Orleans to Orlando, returning Mon, Nov 6, priced at $58 found 5 hours ago
Mon, Sep 25 - Wed, Oct 4
MSY
New Orleans
MCO
Orlando
$81 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$81
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 25 from New Orleans to Orlando, returning Wed, Oct 4, priced at $81 found 5 days ago
Fri, Dec 8 - Mon, Dec 11
MSY
New Orleans
MCO
Orlando
$177 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Dec 8 from New Orleans to Orlando, returning Mon, Dec 11, priced at $177 found 1 day ago
Sat, Oct 28 - Tue, Oct 31
MSY
New Orleans
MCO
Orlando
$193 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$193
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Sat, Oct 28 from New Orleans to Orlando, returning Tue, Oct 31, priced at $193 found 3 days ago

More About Flying To Orlando from New Orleans

Route Information for Flights from New Orleans to Orlando

Origin Airport IATA Code
MSY
Destination Airport IATA Code
ORL
Distance
550 mi
Direct Flight Airlines
Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines
Earliest Flight Arrival
2:55PM UTC
Latest Flight Arrival
4:12AM UTC

Explore the world-famous sights of central Florida by booking flights from New Orleans to Orlando. Use Orbitz to plan your trip and you’ll be enjoying Orlando’s rollercoasters, theme parks and attractions before you know it.


Popular Routes from New Orleans to Orlando

Linking two of the most iconic cities in the southern US, flights from New Orleans to Orlando are in demand throughout the year. Popular with visitors traveling to Orlando’s famous resorts and theme parks, the route gives passengers easy access to this unique part of Florida.

All of the services that connect New Orleans with Orlando depart from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International and land at Orlando International. Orlando is actually one of the most popular destinations for passengers flying from New Orleans, with around a quarter of a million people making the journey every year.

Airlines offering direct flights from New Orleans to Orlando include Spirit, Frontier and Southwest.


The Flight from New Orleans to Orlando

Flight time from New Orleans to Orlando is approximately one hour 45 minutes. However, as Orlando is one hour ahead of New Orleans, you’ll technically touch down around three hours after you take off.

On the way home, your flight will take a little longer. Planes travelling from east to west often encounter strong headwinds and this has an impact on how fast they can travel. On average, your return flight from Orlando to New Orleans will take 10 to 15 minutes longer than the outbound leg.

By road, the distance between New Orleans and Orlando is around 650 miles. However, as planes can fly straight over the Gulf of Mexico, the air route is considerably shorter.

As you’ll be flying over water for much of the journey, there won’t be a lot to see out of the plane window on the way. However, if you have a window seat, you may well be able to enjoy great views of Florida’s beaches and countryside as you approach Orlando.

Orlando International is one of the busiest airports in the US. A hub for Silver Airways and a focus city for Frontier, JetBlue, Southwest and Spirit, it offers an excellent choice of low cost flights to destinations around the country.

After you touch down at Orlando International, you can continue your journey by bus, taxi or hire car. A lot of the resorts and hotels in the area offer free shuttle services to guests arriving at the airport. Check your booking before you fly to see if a transfer is included in your trip.

Book flights to Orlando with Orbitz and save more of your vacation budget for exploring the city’s iconic attractions.


Other Flight Destinations in Florida

If you want to explore a little more of the Sunshine State, why not try one of these popular alternative routes?

Flights from New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale

Flights from New Orleans to Miami


Frequently asked questions

Am I able to catch a flight from New Orleans to Orlando now?
Check out our Covid-19 Travel Advisor for the most comprehensive info on quarantine requirements and travel restrictions when getting a flight from New Orleans to Orlando.
Are there non-stop flights from New Orleans to Orlando?
Yep, your amazing vacation is just a single flight away. Wonderful news, isn’t it? Book your favorite seat with one of the 3 carriers that fly straight from New Orleans, LA (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.) to MCO. Popular choices include:

  • Southwest Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • Frontier Airlines

What is the shortest flight from New Orleans to Orlando?
The journey from New Orleans to Orlando can be as quick as 1 hour and 45 minutes. With a leisurely flight time like this, why not organize a spontaneous getaway?
What airlines fly from New Orleans to Orlando most frequently?
Southwest Airlines (WN) offers 95 flights each month between Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport to Orlando Intl. Airport. Your next exciting adventure is just a few clicks away. If you can’t find the right flight there, take a look at the airfares with Spirit Airlines (NK). This carrier is a fantastic alternative and offers 56 flights from New Orleans to Orlando monthly.
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I cancel my flight to Orlando?
We get that traveling right now has its challenges, so it’s good to know that many reservations booked through us are able to be cancelled or changed. If your travel plans to Orlando have been affected by COVID-19, a lot of airlines are making things easier by offering credits to use at a later date. Just sign in to your account and you’ll quickly see what options are available. Our Customer Service Portal is the place to go for more information.
Are there flights to Orlando with flexible change policies?
In most cases you’ll have the option to reschedule your flight to Orlando without a change fee. All you have to do then is pay the difference between the old flight and the new one. Look for the “no change fees” filter and book with confidence.
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.

Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

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.