$85 Cheap Flights from Louisville (SDF) to New Orleans (MSY)

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Cheap Flights from Louisville to New Orleans (SDF-MSY)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $85 for one-way flights and $181 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Sun, Feb 1 - Thu, Feb 5
SDF
Louisville
MSY
New Orleans
$181 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$181
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sun, Feb 1 from Louisville to New Orleans, returning Thu, Feb 5, priced at $181 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Feb 6 - Sun, Feb 8
SDF
Louisville
MSY
New Orleans
$182 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$182
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Feb 6 from Louisville to New Orleans, returning Sun, Feb 8, priced at $182 found 10 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Mon, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 11
SDF
Louisville
MSY
New Orleans
$183 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$183
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 8 from Louisville to New Orleans, returning Thu, Dec 11, priced at $183 found 2 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Feb 6 - Sun, Feb 8
SDF
Louisville
MSY
New Orleans
$189 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$189
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Feb 6 from Louisville to New Orleans, returning Sun, Feb 8, priced at $189 found 16 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Feb 6 - Sun, Feb 8
SDF
Louisville
MSY
New Orleans
$198 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$198
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Feb 6 from Louisville to New Orleans, returning Sun, Feb 8, priced at $198 found 6 days ago
Breeze Airways
Sun, Feb 8 - Thu, Feb 12
SDF
Louisville
MSY
New Orleans
$199 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$199
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Sun, Feb 8 from Louisville to New Orleans, returning Thu, Feb 12, priced at $199 found 1 day ago
Breeze Airways
Sun, Feb 8 - Thu, Feb 12
SDF
Louisville
MSY
New Orleans
$204 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$204
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Sun, Feb 8 from Louisville to New Orleans, returning Thu, Feb 12, priced at $204 found 1 day ago
United
Mon, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 11
SDF
Louisville
MSY
New Orleans
$229 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$229
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Dec 8 from Louisville to New Orleans, returning Thu, Dec 11, priced at $229 found 2 days ago
Delta
Sat, Nov 29 - Thu, Dec 4
SDF
Louisville
MSY
New Orleans
$233 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$233
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Nov 29 from Louisville to New Orleans, returning Thu, Dec 4, priced at $233 found 4 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Dec 17 - Wed, Jan 7
SDF
Louisville
MSY
New Orleans
$235 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$235
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 17 from Louisville to New Orleans, returning Wed, Jan 7, priced at $235 found 13 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Louisville (SDF) to New Orleans (MSY)

April is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $126 - $386 per traveler.

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 $360
MSY
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center20 min
Flights from $360

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $85 or cheap return flight from $181 from Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
February is the most affordable month to fly from SDF to MSY. Planning your trip for the off-season is often the key to scoring lower fares.
Which airlines fly direct from Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
When setting off from Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF), you can get on a direct flight to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) with Breeze Airways.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
Expedia's filter tool lets you easily compare different airlines, travel time and fares all in one place. Choose your preferences, then sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find out which carrier offers the cheapest SDF to MSY flight.
How many flights per day from Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
On average, Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) has 1 direct flights to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) every week. For more options, take advantage of Expedia's filter tool to discover flights with one or more stops. Squeeze in a visit to another city or simply break up your trip.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
More people fly between SDF and MSY at 12 PM than at any other time of day. Rather skip the crowds? Travel outside of rush hours and you're likely to save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SDF to MSY?
Travel on a Friday if you're searching for the largest selection of flights from Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY).
What is the earliest flight from Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF)'s first flight to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) leaves at approximately 12:33PM UTC-5. With a total flight time of 2h, you'll land at around 1:33PM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
Flights from SDF to MSY have an average travel time of 2 hours. The distance between these two airports is 620 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
To avoid possible delays on the Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) route, fly before 3 PM. Departures after this hour are 22% more likely to be 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.
What airports do you fly into for New Orleans from Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF)?
Browse your flight options from Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY). This is the only airport in New Orleans you can land at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from SDF to MSY are typically more expensive. For the best prices, start looking for flights early. That said, if you're flexible with your travel dates, you may score a cheap fare right before your journey.
Is it cheaper to book a SDF to MSY flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by securing a SDF to MSY flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage everything in one convenient place. Once you've chosen your preferred flights and accommodations, consider adding extras such as car rentals, activities and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
If you reserved your SDF to MSY flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the fare type 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.

Travel information

Origin airport
Louisville Intl.
Destination airport
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Breeze Airways, Delta, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$180
Distance
622 mi
Average flight time
4 hours 34 mins

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Louisville to New Orleans Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Louisville 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 Louisville to New Orleans are during the month of February. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Louisville to New Orleans with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Louisville 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 Louisville 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 Louisville to New Orleans in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $85 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 Louisville 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 Louisville 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.

 

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