$75 Cheap Flights from Columbus (CMH) to New Orleans (MSY)

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Popular airlines from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)

Cheap Flights from Columbus to New Orleans (CMH-MSY)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $75 for one-way flights and $171 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Breeze Airways
Sat, Feb 7 - Tue, Feb 10
CMH
Columbus
MSY
New Orleans
$171 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$171
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Sat, Feb 7 from Columbus to New Orleans, returning Tue, Feb 10, priced at $171 found 2 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 20
CMH
Columbus
MSY
New Orleans
$173 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$173
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from Columbus to New Orleans, returning Sat, Sep 20, priced at $173 found 6 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 10
CMH
Columbus
MSY
New Orleans
$175 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$175
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Feb 3 from Columbus to New Orleans, returning Tue, Feb 10, priced at $175 found 15 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Aug 14 - Wed, Aug 20
CMH
Columbus
MSY
New Orleans
$177 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 14 from Columbus to New Orleans, returning Wed, Aug 20, priced at $177 found 6 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Aug 14 - Sun, Aug 17
CMH
Columbus
MSY
New Orleans
$181 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$181
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 14 from Columbus to New Orleans, returning Sun, Aug 17, priced at $181 found 13 hours ago
Breeze Airways
Thu, Nov 27 - Wed, Dec 3
CMH
Columbus
MSY
New Orleans
$183 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$183
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Thu, Nov 27 from Columbus to New Orleans, returning Wed, Dec 3, priced at $183 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Aug 14 - Sat, Aug 16
CMH
Columbus
MSY
New Orleans
$186 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$186
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 14 from Columbus to New Orleans, returning Sat, Aug 16, priced at $186 found 1 day ago
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Aug 17 - Thu, Aug 21
CMH
Columbus
MSY
New Orleans
$197 Roundtrip, just found
$197
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 17 from Columbus to New Orleans, returning Thu, Aug 21, priced at $197 just found
United
Fri, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 6
CMH
Columbus
MSY
New Orleans
$232 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$232
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Sep 5 from Columbus to New Orleans, returning Sat, Sep 6, priced at $232 found 2 days ago
American Airlines
Wed, Oct 8 - Sat, Oct 11
CMH
Columbus
MSY
New Orleans
$237 Roundtrip, just found
$237
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 8 from Columbus to New Orleans, returning Sat, Oct 11, priced at $237 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from Columbus (CMH) to New Orleans (MSY)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $68 - $451 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near New Orleans

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. MSY. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 20 minutes. Flights from $217
MSY
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center20 min
Flights from $217
Flights from Columbus (CMH) to New Orleans (MSY)
Origin airport
John Glenn Columbus Intl.
Destination airport
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Breeze Airways, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$171
Distance
807 mi

Columbus to New Orleans Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Columbus to New Orleans

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Columbus to New Orleans are during the month of February. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Columbus to New Orleans with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Columbus to New Orleans

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Columbus to New Orleans: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Columbus to New Orleans

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Columbus to New Orleans in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $75 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Columbus to New Orleans flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Columbus to New Orleans airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) cost?
You can score cheap return fares from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) starting from $116. Reserve your seat and get ready for takeoff. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Spirit Airlines flight leaving CMH on July 28 2025 and touching down at MSY. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from CMH to MSY?
The cheapest flights from CMH to MSY are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from CMH to MSY?
Take off from CMH to MSY with Spirit Airlines. This carrier currently has the lowest one-way fare for this route, starting at $58. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from CMH on October 17 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
There aren't any daily direct flights available from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY). But you can opt for flights with layovers. Filter your search on Expedia to include one or two stops, and you'll be soaring above the clouds in no time.
What day of the week has the most flights from CMH to MSY?
You'll usually find Tuesday the quietest day for flights, while Fridays tend to be the busiest.* However this can change from season to season and during peak travel times or public holidays.*Busiest/quietest day to travel is based on Expedia flight demand through January to December 2024.
What airline has the least delays from CMH to MSY?
With 80% of journeys generally arriving on schedule, Frontier Airlines has the best on-time performance for direct flights from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY). To keep track of your flight status and get notified about any changes, head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
To avoid possible delays on the John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) route, aim to travel before 3 PM. Later departures have a 22% higher chance of being canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from CMH to MSY shortly before your trip is usually more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your departure times and dates, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a CMH to MSY flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a CMH to MSY flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. What's more, having everything in one easy place takes the hassle out of planning your trip. Simply secure your flights and select from our wide range of hotels, then tailor your trip with extras like activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
If you booked your CMH to MSY flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it without fees. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal if you'd like more information.

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