$118 Cheap Flights from Carlsbad (CLD) to New Orleans (MSY)

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Cheap Flights from Carlsbad to New Orleans (CLD-MSY)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $118 for one-way flights and $235 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Tue, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 25
CLD
Carlsbad
MSY
New Orleans
$235 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$235
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 21 from Carlsbad to New Orleans, returning Sat, Oct 25, priced at $235 found 6 days ago
American Airlines
Wed, Jan 7 - Wed, Jan 14
CLD
Carlsbad
MSY
New Orleans
$265 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$265
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 7 from Carlsbad to New Orleans, returning Wed, Jan 14, priced at $265 found 3 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, Sep 20 - Wed, Sep 24
CLD
Carlsbad
MSY
New Orleans
$275 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$275
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 20 from Carlsbad to New Orleans, returning Wed, Sep 24, priced at $275 found 4 days ago
American Airlines
Sat, Sep 20 - Wed, Sep 24
CLD
Carlsbad
MSY
New Orleans
$304 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$304
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 20 from Carlsbad to New Orleans, returning Wed, Sep 24, priced at $304 found 4 days ago
American Airlines
Fri, Jan 9 - Mon, Jan 12
CLD
Carlsbad
MSY
New Orleans
$308 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$308
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jan 9 from Carlsbad to New Orleans, returning Mon, Jan 12, priced at $308 found 12 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, Jan 10 - Sun, Jan 18
CLD
Carlsbad
MSY
New Orleans
$313 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$313
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 10 from Carlsbad to New Orleans, returning Sun, Jan 18, priced at $313 found 4 days ago
American Airlines
Sun, Sep 21 - Thu, Sep 25
CLD
Carlsbad
MSY
New Orleans
$316 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$316
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 21 from Carlsbad to New Orleans, returning Thu, Sep 25, priced at $316 found 6 hours ago
American Airlines
Sun, Sep 21 - Thu, Sep 25
CLD
Carlsbad
MSY
New Orleans
$318 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$318
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 21 from Carlsbad to New Orleans, returning Thu, Sep 25, priced at $318 found 6 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 25
CLD
Carlsbad
MSY
New Orleans
$325 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$325
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 21 from Carlsbad to New Orleans, returning Sat, Oct 25, priced at $325 found 6 days ago
American Airlines
Sat, Sep 20 - Wed, Sep 24
CLD
Carlsbad
MSY
New Orleans
$334 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$334
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 20 from Carlsbad to New Orleans, returning Wed, Sep 24, priced at $334 found 4 days ago

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 $396
MSY
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center20 min
Flights from $396
Flights from Carlsbad (CLD) to New Orleans (MSY)
Origin airport
McClellan-Palomar
Destination airport
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines
Roundtrip price
$234
Distance
1600 mi

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) cost?
Discover the latest flight deals from CLD to MSY by entering your preferred travel dates and searching on Expedia. Easily compare prices by departure date if you have flexibility with your schedule and use handy filters to explore prices for your preferred journey. As a member of One Key™, our free loyalty program, you can use Price Tracking to watch fares and receive notifications if prices go up or down.
What is the cheapest month to fly from CLD to MSY?
The cheapest flights from CLD 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.
Which airlines fly direct from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
You can't fly directly from Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY). However, there are other airports with nonstop flights. Board your plane at San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) and travel straight to New Orleans without a layover.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from CLD to MSY?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare airlines and find the cheapest carrier that'll take you from CLD to MSY. Sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to snap up a great deal.
How many flights per day from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
You'll have to hop on a flight with a layover if you're traveling from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY). Direct flights don't operate daily on this route. However, simply filter your search to include one or two stops to discover an option that works for you.
What day of the week has the most flights from CLD to MSY?
Generally you'll find the most flight options available on a Friday. Tuesdays are often the quietest.* However, this can change based on the time of year, carrier and other factors.*Busiest/quietest day to travel is based on Expedia flight demand through January to December 2024.
What is the best time to fly from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
To reach Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) on time, opt for a flight that leaves from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**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 McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from CLD to MSY right before your trip is usually more expensive. However, if you're flexible with your departure times and dates, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a CLD to MSY flight and hotel package?
Securing a CLD to MSY flight and hotel package is typically cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels all in one place. Select from our extensive range of accommodations and then add car rentals, flights and activities to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
If you reserved your CLD to MSY flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal for more details.

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