On this page, you can find and buy flights from New York to New Orleans. The distance between the cities is 1,881 km, and the frequency of flights reaches 38 per week, providing a wide range of departure times.
Flights on this route are operated by JetBlue, United Airlines, and Delta Air Lines. Ticket prices are dynamic, so to find the best deals, we recommend checking how to get to the airport and options for getting to the city center after arrival.
The table shows direct flights New York City → New Orleans on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 3 h 10 min. Regular flights are operated by Delta, United Airlines, JetBlue and American Airlines. Departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport and LaGuardia Airport airports, arrivals at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for New York City — New Orleans by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 306 in b, and the most expensive are around AED 485 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
New York City → New Orleans, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 544 | low | May | AED 694 | high | Sep | AED 507 | low |
| Feb | AED 601 | medium | Jun | AED 619 | medium | Oct | AED 601 | medium |
| Mar | AED 694 | high | Jul | AED 619 | medium | Nov | AED 525 | low |
| Apr | AED 676 | high | Aug | AED 525 | low | Dec | AED 676 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate at the destination is characterized by hot summers and mild winters. The warmest and rainiest month is August, with an average temperature of 31.1°C, while the coolest weather occurs in January, when temperatures drop to 9.2°C.
Flight costs vary significantly throughout the year. The most budget-friendly options are available in August, starting AED 250, while fares peak in June, starting AED 922.
The optimal choice for a trip is November: it is the driest month with a comfortable temperature of around 20°C and tickets starting AED 306. It is best to avoid July and August if you are sensitive to high humidity and frequent rainfall.
More than 10 airlines operate on this route, including major carriers such as United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and American Airlines. Most flights are direct, providing a quick connection between these major cities, while JetBlue offers competitive flight frequencies. Below is the current schedule; click on any carrier's card to view route details and available days of the week.
Flights New York City — New Orleans depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport, LaGuardia Airport and Westchester County Airport and arrive at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
Aircraft cover the distance of 1,881 km in approximately 3 hours. Travel time may vary slightly depending on weather conditions and the specific flight.
Regular flights are operated by airlines such as JetBlue, United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines. A full list of carriers is available in the schedule table on this page.
Yes, there are about 38 flights per week on this route, most of which are direct, allowing you to reach your destination without transfers.
Flights from New York arrive at Louis Armstrong International Airport (MSY), which handles the majority of Louisiana's air traffic.
It is recommended to book tickets in advance and monitor price trends. The best deals are often found for flights in August and November.
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