Cheap flights from New Orleans
Passenger air travel in New Orleans is served by Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, located 18 kilometers from the city center. The established route network offers travelers flights to numerous domestic and international destinations. The highest flight frequencies are recorded on routes to Atlanta, New York, and Chicago, as well as Dallas and Houston, where planes depart more than 100 times per week.
Currently, 26 airlines operate flights from the hub, including major carriers such as American Airlines, Spirit Airlines, and United Airlines. For easy trip planning, city cards with category filters are provided below. You can also explore the city guide or check the current weather before your departure.

New Orleans — Dallas

New Orleans — Atlanta


New Orleans — Orlando


New Orleans — Denver


New Orleans — Fort Lauderdale


New Orleans — Houston


New Orleans — Philadelphia


New Orleans — Washington, D.C.


New Orleans — New York City


New Orleans — Charlotte


New Orleans — Los Angeles


New Orleans — Chicago
Flight insights from New Orleans
Data-driven trends for direct flights from New Orleans — how often airlines fly, where they go, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent destinations
The most frequent direct destinations from New Orleans are Atlanta, New York City and Chicago. Atlanta leads with around 154 flights a week.
- Atlanta154 flights/week
- New York City133 flights/week
- Chicago127 flights/week
- Dallas125 flights/week
- Houston108 flights/week
Top countries
Most direct flights from New Orleans head to United States, Honduras and United Kingdom. United States alone accounts for about 96% of all direct routes.
- United Statesavg $84
- Hondurasavg $316
- United Kingdomavg $342
- Canadaavg $173
- Mexicoavg $248
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes from New Orleans range from Dallas at $27 to New York City at $100 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
- Atlantafrom $41
- New York Cityfrom $100
- Chicagofrom $85
- Dallasfrom $27
- Houstonfrom $83
Cheapest destinations
The cheapest destinations from New Orleans right now are Dallas from $27, Atlanta from $41 and Tampa from $43.
Longest direct flights
The longest direct flight from New Orleans is to London at about 10h 4m, followed by Seattle (4h 50m) and San Francisco (4h 28m).
- London10h 4m
- Seattle4h 50m
- San Francisco4h 28m
- Los Angeles3h 57m
- Las Vegas3h 37m
Popular destinations from New Orleans
Frequently asked questions
- Which airports serve New Orleans?
- The main aviation hub serving the city is Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. It is located approximately 18 kilometers from the downtown area, providing convenient access to the region's entire transport infrastructure.
- What are the most popular destinations from New Orleans?
- Flights to Atlanta are in highest demand, with 154 flights per week. Other popular routes include New York (133 flights), Chicago (127 flights), and Dallas (125 flights per week).
- How many airlines fly from New Orleans?
- Regular air service from the city is provided by 26 airlines. The largest carriers with the highest number of departures include American Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta.
- Which destinations from New Orleans are suitable for a beach holiday?
- For those planning a trip to the coast, direct flights to Florida cities are available. Popular options include Fort Lauderdale and Orlando, each with 74 weekly flights, as well as Miami with a frequency of 57 departures per week.
- How can I find cheap flights from New Orleans?
- To find the best deals, we recommend using the filters on this page to sort destinations by interest. You should also consider low-cost carriers like Spirit Airlines or Frontier Airlines, which offer competitive fares on many domestic routes.