$101 Cheap Flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Cancun (CUN)

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Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Cancun (MSY-CUN)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $101 for one-way flights and $223 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Thu, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 2
MSY
New Orleans
CUN
Cancun
$223 Roundtrip, just found
$223
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from New Orleans to Cancun, returning Sun, Nov 2, priced at $223 just found
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Sep 19 - Fri, Sep 26
MSY
New Orleans
CUN
Cancun
$235 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$235
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 19 from New Orleans to Cancun, returning Fri, Sep 26, priced at $235 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Sep 30 - Sat, Oct 4
MSY
New Orleans
CUN
Cancun
$239 Roundtrip, just found
$239
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from New Orleans to Cancun, returning Sat, Oct 4, priced at $239 just found
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 2
MSY
New Orleans
CUN
Cancun
$244 Roundtrip, just found
$244
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from New Orleans to Cancun, returning Sun, Nov 2, priced at $244 just found
Spirit Airlines
Sun, Sep 21 - Sat, Sep 27
MSY
New Orleans
CUN
Cancun
$244 Roundtrip, just found
$244
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 21 from New Orleans to Cancun, returning Sat, Sep 27, priced at $244 just found
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 14
MSY
New Orleans
CUN
Cancun
$247 Roundtrip, just found
$247
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from New Orleans to Cancun, returning Sun, Sep 14, priced at $247 just found
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Sep 22 - Fri, Sep 26
MSY
New Orleans
CUN
Cancun
$374 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$374
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 22 from New Orleans to Cancun, returning Fri, Sep 26, priced at $374 found 1 hour ago
American Airlines
Sun, Sep 14 - Wed, Sep 17
MSY
New Orleans
CUN
Cancun
$380 Roundtrip, just found
$380
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 14 from New Orleans to Cancun, returning Wed, Sep 17, priced at $380 just found
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 15
MSY
New Orleans
CUN
Cancun
$388 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$388
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 7 from New Orleans to Cancun, returning Sat, Nov 15, priced at $388 found 1 hour ago
Aeromexico
Mon, Sep 22 - Fri, Sep 26
MSY
New Orleans
CUN
Cancun
$400 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$400
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Aeromexico flight, departing Mon, Sep 22 from New Orleans to Cancun, returning Fri, Sep 26, priced at $400 found 1 hour ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans (MSY) to Cancun (CUN)

May is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $206 - $583 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near Cancun

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

Select flight to Cancun Intl. CUN. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 18 minutes. Flights from $247
CUN
Cancun Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center18 min
Flights from $247
Flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Cancun (CUN)
Origin airport
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
Destination airport
Cancun Intl.
Airlines serving
Aeromexico, Air Canada, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$223
Distance
652 mi

New Orleans to Cancun Flights

The cheapest times to fly from New Orleans to Cancun

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

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from New Orleans to Cancun: 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 Orleans to Cancun

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 Orleans to Cancun in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $101 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 Orleans to Cancun 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 Orleans to Cancun 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 Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $101 or cheap return flight from $223 from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN)?
Planning your getaway for October may help you find better deals, as it's the cheapest month for flights between MSY and CUN. You'll often find the lowest prices during off-peak months.
Which airlines fly direct from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN)?
When setting off from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY), you can board a nonstop flight to Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) with Spirit Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN)?
To find the cheapest airline flying from MSY to CUN, use Expedia's filter tool. Tailor your search based on your travel needs, such as preferred carriers and cabin class. You can then sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to list the most affordable options first.
How many flights per day from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN)?
On average you can take your pick of 3 direct flights every week from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN). For greater flexibility, consider a flight with a layover. Enter your dates on Expedia and then filter your search to show one or two stops.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN)?
The 9 AM departures from MSY to CUN are typically the busiest. Greater demand means you'll likely pay more for these departures. If you want to save on your trip, pick a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from MSY to CUN?
If you travel on a Thursday, you'll get the biggest range of choices for flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN).
What is the earliest flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN)?
The earliest flight jetting off from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) is at around 9:58AM UTC-6. Board this flight and you'll touch down at Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) at approximately 12:58PM UTC-5. The entire trip takes 2h.
How long does it take to fly from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN)?
Flights from MSY to CUN have an average travel time of 2 hours. The total distance between these two airports is 650 mi.
What airline has the least delays from MSY to CUN?
With 100% of flights typically landing on schedule, Delta Air Lines has the best on-time performance for direct flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN). To monitor your flight status and get notified if anything changes, head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN)?
To avoid potential delays on the Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) route, travel before 3 PM. Later flights have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**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 Cancun from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
If you're on a direct flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Cancun, Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from MSY to CUN are typically more expensive. To secure the lowest prices, start searching for flights as early as possible. That being said, if you're flexible with your travel dates, you may find a cheap ticket right before your journey.
Is it cheaper to book a MSY to CUN flight and hotel package?
Opting for a MSY to CUN flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your travels all in one place. Choose from our extensive 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 Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN)?
It's generally possible to cancel or reschedule your MSY to CUN 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 allowed and if any costs are involved. You'll also find more information on our Customer Service portal.

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