$53 Cheap Flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Raleigh (RDU)

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Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Raleigh (MSY-RDU)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $53 for one-way flights and $106 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Thu, Jan 22 - Thu, Jan 29
MSY
New Orleans
RDU
Raleigh
$106 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$106
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 22 from New Orleans to Raleigh, returning Thu, Jan 29, priced at $106 found 1 day ago
Breeze Airways
Wed, Jan 21 - Thu, Jan 29
MSY
New Orleans
RDU
Raleigh
$114 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$114
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Wed, Jan 21 from New Orleans to Raleigh, returning Thu, Jan 29, priced at $114 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Feb 5 - Tue, Feb 10
MSY
New Orleans
RDU
Raleigh
$119 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$119
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Feb 5 from New Orleans to Raleigh, returning Tue, Feb 10, priced at $119 found 2 days ago
Breeze Airways
Thu, Feb 5 - Sun, Feb 8
MSY
New Orleans
RDU
Raleigh
$122 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$122
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Thu, Feb 5 from New Orleans to Raleigh, returning Sun, Feb 8, priced at $122 found 3 hours ago
Breeze Airways
Fri, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 8
MSY
New Orleans
RDU
Raleigh
$122 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$122
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Fri, Dec 5 from New Orleans to Raleigh, returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $122 found 4 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Feb 5 - Sun, Feb 8
MSY
New Orleans
RDU
Raleigh
$125 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$125
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Feb 5 from New Orleans to Raleigh, returning Sun, Feb 8, priced at $125 found 3 hours ago
Breeze Airways
Fri, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 8
MSY
New Orleans
RDU
Raleigh
$127 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$127
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Fri, Dec 5 from New Orleans to Raleigh, returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $127 found 4 hours ago
American Airlines
Sun, Jan 11 - Mon, Jan 12
MSY
New Orleans
RDU
Raleigh
$140 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$140
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jan 11 from New Orleans to Raleigh, returning Mon, Jan 12, priced at $140 found 4 days ago
United
Mon, Feb 2 - Sat, Feb 7
MSY
New Orleans
RDU
Raleigh
$149 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$149
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Feb 2 from New Orleans to Raleigh, returning Sat, Feb 7, priced at $149 found 2 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 8
MSY
New Orleans
RDU
Raleigh
$153 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$153
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Dec 5 from New Orleans to Raleigh, returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $153 found 4 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans (MSY) to Raleigh (RDU)

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $96 - $238 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Raleigh

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

Select flight to Raleigh - Durham Intl. RDU. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 20 minutes. Flights from $213
RDU
Raleigh - Durham Intl.
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Average driving time to city center20 min
Flights from $213
Flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Raleigh (RDU)
Origin airport
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
Destination airport
Raleigh - Durham Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Breeze Airways, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$106
Distance
778 mi
Average flight time
5 hours 25 mins

New Orleans to Raleigh Flights

The cheapest times to fly from New Orleans to Raleigh

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

 

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

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

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 Raleigh in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $53 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $53 or cheap return flight from $106 from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) 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 Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
The cheapest month to fly from MSY to RDU is January, when demand is low. Off-peak months are typically when better flight deals are available between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
You can fly nonstop from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) on a Breeze Airways flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
Use the filters on Expedia to compare different airlines and find the cheapest carrier that'll take you from MSY to RDU. Then, sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to snag a good deal.
How many flights per day from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
On average, you can pick from 4 direct weekly flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU). To increase your travel options, consider taking a flight with a layover. Just enter your details on Expedia and then filter your search to include one or more stops.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
Flights between MSY and RDU tend to be busiest at 7 AM. If you want a more relaxed trip and possibly cheaper tickets, choose a departure outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from MSY to RDU?
Travel on a Friday if you're searching for the best selection of flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU).
What is the earliest flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 7:00AM UTC-6, leaving from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY). You'll be traveling for around 2h 5m, touching down at Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) at approximately 10:05AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
It takes about 2 hours and 5 minutes to travel the 780 mi from MSY to RDU.
What airline has the least delays from MSY to RDU?
With 92% of flights typically arriving on schedule, Southwest Airlines has the best on-time performance for direct flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU). To keep track of your flight status and receive notifications if anything changes, head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
To avoid possible delays on the Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) route, travel 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 Raleigh from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
Explore your flight options from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU). This is the only Raleigh airport you can jet into if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from MSY to RDU are typically more expensive. To secure the best prices, start looking for flights well in advance. That said, if you're flexible with your travel plans, it's possible to land a cheap ticket right before you leave.
Is it cheaper to book a MSY to RDU flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a MSY to RDU flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better still, having everything in one convenient place takes the hassle out of planning your trip. Simply secure your flights and select from our extensive range of hotels, then personalize your trip with other add-ons like car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU)?
You can usually reschedule or cancel your MSY to RDU flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and if any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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