$60 Cheap Flights from Kansas City (MCI) to New Orleans (MSY)

View $60 flight on Mon, Nov 10, 2025Opens in a new window

Popular airlines from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)

Cheap Flights from Kansas City to New Orleans (MCI-MSY)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $60 for one-way flights and $120 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Mon, Nov 10 - Thu, Nov 13
MCI
Kansas City
MSY
New Orleans
$120 Roundtrip, just found
$120
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 10 from Kansas City to New Orleans, returning Thu, Nov 13, priced at $120 just found
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Oct 30 - Fri, Nov 7
MCI
Kansas City
MSY
New Orleans
$151 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$151
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from Kansas City to New Orleans, returning Fri, Nov 7, priced at $151 found 5 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Nov 10 - Fri, Nov 14
MCI
Kansas City
MSY
New Orleans
$153 Roundtrip, just found
$153
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 10 from Kansas City to New Orleans, returning Fri, Nov 14, priced at $153 just found
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 8
MCI
Kansas City
MSY
New Orleans
$160 Roundtrip, just found
$160
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from Kansas City to New Orleans, returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $160 just found
American Airlines
Sun, Feb 1 - Wed, Feb 4
MCI
Kansas City
MSY
New Orleans
$165 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$165
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, Feb 1 from Kansas City to New Orleans, returning Wed, Feb 4, priced at $165 found 4 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Sun, Feb 1 - Wed, Feb 4
MCI
Kansas City
MSY
New Orleans
$170 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$170
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sun, Feb 1 from Kansas City to New Orleans, returning Wed, Feb 4, priced at $170 found 4 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Nov 10 - Fri, Nov 14
MCI
Kansas City
MSY
New Orleans
$172 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$172
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 10 from Kansas City to New Orleans, returning Fri, Nov 14, priced at $172 found 2 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, Jan 24 - Fri, Jan 30
MCI
Kansas City
MSY
New Orleans
$174 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$174
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 24 from Kansas City to New Orleans, returning Fri, Jan 30, priced at $174 found 3 days ago
Delta
Thu, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 14
MCI
Kansas City
MSY
New Orleans
$177 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Dec 11 from Kansas City to New Orleans, returning Sun, Dec 14, priced at $177 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Jan 17 - Tue, Jan 20
MCI
Kansas City
MSY
New Orleans
$240 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$240
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 17 from Kansas City to New Orleans, returning Tue, Jan 20, priced at $240 found 1 day ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City (MCI) to New Orleans (MSY)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $167 - $398 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 $120
MSY
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center20 min
Flights from $120
Flights from Kansas City (MCI) to New Orleans (MSY)
Origin airport
Kansas City Intl.
Destination airport
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$120
Distance
691 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 48 mins

Kansas City to New Orleans Flights

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Kansas City to New Orleans

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Kansas City 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 Kansas City 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 Kansas City to New Orleans in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $60 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 Kansas City 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 Kansas City 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.

 

*Terms apply.

 

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 Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) cost?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $60 or cheap return flight from $120 from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) 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 deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
The cheapest month to fly from MCI to MSY is November, when there's less demand. Off-peak season is usually when better flight deals are available between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
When jetting out of Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI), you can jump on a direct flight to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) with Southwest Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
To find the cheapest airline flying from MCI to MSY, use Expedia's filter tool. Tailor your search based on what matters most to you, such as preferred carriers and cabin class. You can then sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see the cheapest flights first.
How many flights per day from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
On average, just 1 direct flight departs daily from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY). Want more options? Use our filters to discover flights with layovers and add a new destination to your journey.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
More travelers fly between MCI and MSY at 2 PM than at any other point in the day. Rather skip the crowds? Try choosing a quieter departure window and you could save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from MCI to MSY?
If you depart on a Saturday, you'll get the widest range of choices for flights from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY).
What is the earliest flight from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
Take the earliest flight at around 2:25PM UTC-6, heading out of Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI). You'll be in the air for roughly 1h 55m, reaching Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) at approximately 4:20PM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
The average flight time from MCI to MSY is 1 hour and 55 minutes, covering a total distance of 690 mi.
What airline has the least delays from MCI to MSY?
Delta Air Lines has the best performance for on-time direct flights from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY), with an on-time score of 100%. Use the Expedia App to view your journey status before you leave and get immediate updates about any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
To reach Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) on time, select a flight that takes off from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) 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.
What airports do you fly into for New Orleans from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI)?
Compare your flight options from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY). This is the only airport in New Orleans you can fly into if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from MCI to MSY shortly before your journey is typically more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your departure times and dates, you could snag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a MCI to MSY flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by securing a MCI 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 it all in one convenient place. Once you've chosen your preferred accommodations and flights, you can add extras such as tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
If you reserved your MCI 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 ticket you have, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, go to our Customer Service portal for more information.

Explore a world of travel with Expedia

*Available to One Key members.