$79 Cheap Flights from New York (JFK) to New Orleans (MSY)

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Cheap Flights from New York to New Orleans (JFK-MSY)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $79 for one-way flights and $157 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

JetBlue Airways
Thu, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 3
JFK
New York
MSY
New Orleans
$157 Roundtrip, just found
$157
Roundtrip
just found
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from New York to New Orleans, returning Mon, Nov 3, priced at $157 just found
JetBlue Airways
Thu, Aug 21 - Mon, Aug 25
JFK
New York
MSY
New Orleans
$158 Roundtrip, just found
$158
Roundtrip
just found
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from New York to New Orleans, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $158 just found
Delta
Mon, Aug 4 - Tue, Aug 19
JFK
New York
MSY
New Orleans
$167 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$167
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Aug 4 from New York to New Orleans, returning Tue, Aug 19, priced at $167 found 3 days ago
JetBlue Airways
Thu, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 6
JFK
New York
MSY
New Orleans
$172 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$172
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Thu, Oct 2 from New York to New Orleans, returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $172 found 1 hour ago
American Airlines
Fri, Aug 22 - Mon, Aug 25
JFK
New York
MSY
New Orleans
$173 Roundtrip, just found
$173
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 22 from New York to New Orleans, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $173 just found
American Airlines
Thu, Aug 21 - Mon, Aug 25
JFK
New York
MSY
New Orleans
$174 Roundtrip, just found
$174
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from New York to New Orleans, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $174 just found
American Airlines
Sat, Sep 27 - Sat, Oct 4
JFK
New York
MSY
New Orleans
$177 Roundtrip, found 22 hours ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 22 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 27 from New York to New Orleans, returning Sat, Oct 4, priced at $177 found 22 hours ago
JetBlue Airways
Wed, Oct 8 - Wed, Oct 15
JFK
New York
MSY
New Orleans
$178 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$178
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Wed, Oct 8 from New York to New Orleans, returning Wed, Oct 15, priced at $178 found 5 days ago
JetBlue Airways
Wed, Jul 30 - Sat, Aug 9
JFK
New York
MSY
New Orleans
$179 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$179
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Wed, Jul 30 from New York to New Orleans, returning Sat, Aug 9, priced at $179 found 3 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Jul 10 - Thu, Jul 17
JFK
New York
MSY
New Orleans
$278 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$278
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jul 10 from New York to New Orleans, returning Thu, Jul 17, priced at $278 found 6 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York (JFK) to New Orleans (MSY)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $116 - $207 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near New Orleans

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Select flight to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. MSY. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 20 minutes. Flights from $267
MSY
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center20 min
Flights from $267
Flights from New York (JFK) to New Orleans (MSY)
Origin airport
John F. Kennedy Intl.
Destination airport
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways
Roundtrip price
$151
Distance
1181 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 24 mins

New York to New Orleans Flights

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

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from New York 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 New York 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 New York to New Orleans in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $79 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 New York 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 New York 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 F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) cost?
You can book cheap return fares starting at $132 from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY). 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 JetBlue Airways and American Airlines flight leaving JFK on July 12 2025 and touching down at MSY. The price was last updated on June 21 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from JFK to MSY?
The cheapest flights from JFK 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 John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
Take your pick of 3 airlines that operate direct flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY). These include:
  • Delta Air Lines
  • JetBlue Airways
  • American Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from JFK to MSY?
With prices as low as $58 for a one-way journey from JFK to MSY, JetBlue Airways is currently the cheapest airline operating this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from JFK on August 19 2025. Prices were last updated on June 21 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
When departing from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK), you can take your pick from an average of 3 daily nonstop flights to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
More passengers fly between JFK and MSY at 8 AM than at any other point in the day. Prefer a quieter experience? Consider flying outside peak hours and there's a chance you'll save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from JFK to MSY?
Friday offers the most flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY). Consider traveling on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your schedule.
What is the earliest flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)'s earliest flight to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) is at approximately 7:25AM UTC-5. With a total flight time of 3h 35m, you'll arrive at around 10:00AM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
It takes approximately 3 hours and 40 minutes to fly the 1,200 mi from JFK to MSY.
What airline has the least delays from JFK to MSY?
Consider booking with Delta Air Lines if you'd like to fly straight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) without any interruptions. This carrier has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 85%. Want to be updated if anything changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
Book a flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations and delays. Departures later than this are on average 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 John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
Compare your flight options from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY). This is the only New Orleans airport you can fly into if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from JFK to MSY shortly before your getaway is generally more expensive. But if there's some wiggle room with your itinerary, you could snag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a JFK to MSY flight and hotel package?
Booking a JFK to MSY flight and hotel package tends to be cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your trip in one place. Pick from our wide range of accommodations and then add flights, car rentals 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 John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
Usually, it's possible to reschedule or cancel your JFK to MSY flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and if any costs are involved. You'll also find more information on our Customer Service portal.

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