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Cheap Flight Deals from Austin Bergstrom to Louis Armstrong (AUS-MSY)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Austin Bergstrom to Louis Armstrong that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Austin to New Orleans

Recommended round-trip deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly from Austin to New Orleans.
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12:12 pm - 7:36 pmAUS-MSY
7h 24m1 stop
3:14 pm - 8:42 amMSY-AUS
17h 28m1 stop
$137Frontier
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Fri, Apr 11 - Mon, Apr 14
6:10 am - 6:43 pmAUS-MSY
12h 33m1 stop
7:43 pm - 11:32 pmMSY-AUS
27h 49m1 stop
$149Frontier
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Sat, Feb 15 - Fri, Feb 21
5:42 pm - 7:19 pmAUS-MSY
1h 37mnonstop
10:15 am - 11:50 amMSY-AUS
1h 35mnonstop
$183Delta
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Wed, Apr 9 - Tue, Apr 22
8:00 am - 9:35 amAUS-MSY
1h 35mnonstop
10:50 am - 12:25 pmMSY-AUS
1h 35mnonstop
$201Delta
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Tue, May 6 - Sat, May 10
8:25 pm - 9:45 pmAUS-MSY
1h 20mnonstop
6:00 am - 7:35 amMSY-AUS
1h 35mnonstop
$209Southwest
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Sat, Feb 15 - Mon, Feb 17
9:00 am - 1:06 pmAUS-MSY
4h 06m1 stop
6:00 am - 11:28 amMSY-AUS
5h 28m1 stop
$215American Airlines
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Wed, Feb 12 - Sat, Feb 15
9:20 pm - 10:40 pmAUS-MSY
1h 20mnonstop
11:50 am - 1:25 pmMSY-AUS
1h 35mnonstop
$249Southwest
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Fri, Feb 14 - Fri, Feb 21
12:20 pm - 4:24 pmAUS-MSY
4h 04m1 stop
5:00 am - 8:44 amMSY-AUS
3h 44m1 stop
$276United Airlines
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Wed, May 7 - Sun, May 11
4:21 pm - 7:38 pmAUS-MSY
3h 17m1 stop
5:15 am - 8:37 amMSY-AUS
3h 22m1 stop
$289United Airlines
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Sat, May 24 - Wed, May 28
6:59 pm - 11:08 pmAUS-MSY
4h 09m1 stop
7:35 pm - 11:51 pmMSY-AUS
4h 16m1 stop
$325American Airlines
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Sat, Feb 15 - Mon, Feb 17

Flights from Austin to New Orleans - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Austin to New Orleans to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.
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Planning a trip from Austin to New Orleans? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Austin to New Orleans?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Austin to New Orleans clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to New Orleans on a Wednesday and more expensive on a Friday. On your return trip to Austin, you should consider flying back on a Thursday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Austin to New Orleans?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Austin to New Orleans, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Austin to New Orleans is September, where tickets cost $242 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are October and February, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $360 and $329 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Austin to New Orleans?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Austin to New Orleans, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Austin to New Orleans, you should book around 4 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 19 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

September

High season

October

Cheapest flight

$55
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 14% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 28% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Austin to New Orleans

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Austin to New Orleans based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Austin to New Orleans

  • Where are the ATMs located at MSY Airport?

    ATM machines are located throughout the terminal, both pre and post-security. Additionally, you can utilize the services of the Whitney Bank in Concourse C.

  • Can you rent a car at MSY Airport?

    There's a Consolidated Car Rental Facility at MSY. Take a shuttle to the facility at the Long Term Parking Garage. Just exit the terminal on Level 1 to get there. Some of the car rental agencies available include National, Hertz, Thrifty, Payless, Alamo, Budget, and Avis, all of which you can book through KAYAK.

  • Which airline should you fly with from AUS to MSY?

    If you want to save time, book your nonstop flight early with American Airlines or Southwest Airlines. American Airlines and United Airlines both have lounges you can access with your airline ticket at AUS. There's also a United Lounge at MSY.

  • What services are available at New Orleans Airport?

    There's a Mother's Room to care for babies, luggage storage in Level 1, live music, a meditation room on Level 2, and pet relief areas located both airside and landside. Smoking areas are available at the upper and lower ramps outside the terminal.

  • Which terminal will I use at AUS for this route?

    Austin Airport has two terminals. You will use the Barbara Jordan terminal, where you'll find all the airlines flying this route.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Austin to New Orleans?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Austin to New Orleans was $55 for a one-way ticket and $137 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Austin and New Orleans?

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Austin to New Orleans?

    On your way to New Orleans, you’ll fly out from Austin Bergstrom. You’ll be landing at New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Austin to New Orleans?

    Delta, American Airlines, JetBlue, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Austin to New Orleans flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Austin to New Orleans?

    The Boeing 737-700 Passenger/BBJ1 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Austin to New Orleans flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Austin to New Orleans?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Austin and New Orleans.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Austin to New Orleans?

    There are nonstop flights from Austin to New Orleans on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Austin to New Orleans, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Austin to New Orleans are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $296 and an overall rating of 8.1, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $222 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Austin to New Orleans?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Austin to New Orleans.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Austin to New Orleans?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New Orleans from Austin is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Austin to New Orleans?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to New Orleans with an airline and back to Austin with another airline. Booking your flights between Austin and MSY can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Austin to New Orleans?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to New Orleans from Austin up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Austin to New Orleans

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $155 or less one-way and $221 or less round-trip.
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) is about 14 miles from downtown Austin. One of the most convenient ways to get there is via the Capital Metro Airport Bus that runs to and from the airport every 15min or so along Route 20.
  • Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) is also approximately 14 miles from downtown New Orleans. To get to New Orleans City Center, take the RTA's Airport Express bus number 202 from the airport terminals. The JET E1 Veterans bus can also get you there.
  • There are three parking options at Austin Airport if you'd rather drive yourself there. The Red Garage charges approximately $20 per day, the Blue Garage around $10 per day, and the Economy Parking Lot about $8 per day.
  • You'll find several non-stop flights with American Airlines and Southwest. Most of their frequent flights, though, make one stop before landing in New Orleans. For this route, you can also book one-stop flights with Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Spirit Airlines, and Alaska Airlines.
  • If your flight is delayed at Austin Airport, there are several on-site hotels. The Hyatt Place Austin Airport is located on the airport grounds and provides free shuttles. Alternatively, opt for the Hilton Austin Airport, which is also on the airport grounds and offers free shuttles to the hotel.
  • If you only have a few hours to your flight at AUS, you can go in search of the arts by local artists displayed throughout the airport or attend the live music performances on stage that usually take place at several venues in the airport between 3:30 pm and 5:30 pm. Get a foot or chair massage at Knot Anymore at gates 7 and 13 of the Barbara Jordan Terminal, or go to the observation deck adjacent to the runway.
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Prefer to fly direct from Austin to New Orleans?

Find which airlines fly direct from Austin Bergstrom Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Austin Bergstrom to New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Monday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Tuesday

Delta, Southwest

Delta, Southwest

Wednesday

Delta, Southwest

Delta, Southwest

Thursday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Saturday

Southwest, Delta

Southwest, Delta

Sunday

Delta, Southwest

Delta, Southwest

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Direct returns

New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Austin Bergstrom

Monday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Tuesday

Delta, Southwest

Delta, Southwest

Wednesday

Delta, Southwest

Delta, Southwest

Thursday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Saturday

Southwest, Delta, KLM

Southwest, Delta, +1 more

Sunday

Delta, Southwest

Delta, Southwest

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Top 5 airlines serving from Austin to New Orleans

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Austin to New Orleans. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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8.1
SouthwestOverall score based on 4659 reviews
8.1Comfort
8.7Crew
7.2Food
8.2Boarding
7.7Entertainment
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Fine, but how to board on SW versus othrr airlines, is just lame. Goood staff though and all was solid otherwise.

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Dec 2024AUS - OAK
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Fine, but how to board on SW versus othrr airlines, is just lame. Goood staff though and all was solid otherwise.

The last 30 min or so, they put the heat on full. We thought we were being basted.

Exceptional crew! Friendly and professional. Pleasant attitude and treated everyone with respect.

The plane wasn’t full, so we got the best seats

My experience was find with Southwest. The only issue I have is...at the exact time for me to check in...I don't understand how I always end up in C.

With early bird check in, I might start flying southwest again.

Very helpful, convenient, nice crew members, no extra fees, helped us saving 4 hrs of travel by booking is on an earlier flight

Because of storms in St Louis, plane was diverted to Kansas City. After about 1 hour stay went back to st Louis to finally reach distanation. Made for long day. But southwest took care of us. Can't fight mother nature

We stood on the tarmac for over an hour. Very bad turbulence the whole ride. Very to get to the restroom.

Our first flight was so delayed that we had 10 mins to board the next one. We requested if the flight attendant could allow us off there plane first and they denied our request even though I have seen this done before. Luck was on our side that we didn’t miss our next flight.

Great service. Great staff. Boarding was a little slow, but I think there was a service dog slowing things down.

Flight left early and arrived early. the whole trip was excellent.

Seats were really tight and the seat belts did not give enough slack.

I like in St George and prefer to fly out of CDC than SGU. Hopefully, they will continue the flights out of Cedar

Broken jer bridge. Poor communication about it. Lost 2 of 4 luggage pieces

Overall, it was okay. Seat was a little cramped. Would’ve liked more substantial snacks or opportunity to buy some.

Newer plane, relatively easy boarding, not a full flight and was told that we could not be moved up because of weight and balance issues. Otherwise, a very good experience.

Other then mechanical/ computer problem and 3.5 hours flight delay the flight was great. I guess that what happened when you fly an old airplane now a day.

I was with one of the last zones to board. It was kind of annoying to finally get called to board and my whole section was already on the plane. Clearly they boarded with previous zones. So by the time I got on board, there were no spaces for my luggage above my head. I had to put my luggage 4+ rows behind me, which meant that I had to wait even longer to get off the plane, since I had to wait for those rows to clear the aisle before I could retrieve my luggage and exit the plane. This also held up the plane cleaners, as they couldn't service my row until I cleared it, so they were all standing there waiting for me, while I'm standing there waiting for the other passengers to clear the aisle. Anyways, I wasn't in a rush this time, so I just waited, but I could see that being a problem in the future. Now, I could have checked my luggage, of course, but coincidentally, a friend of mine on the same flight got their luggage damaged (wheel completely knocked off) and was told by the Baggage Attendant in the airport that Delta doesn't "cover wheel damage" on luggage. This was disappointing to hear. I'm glad I didn't check mine through. If it were my luggage, I'd be highly frustrated to hear that. It makes me not want to check my luggage in the future.

The dear was very limited in space. I could put my water bottle in seat basket. Also, there was no inflight entertainment in the delta app?

Oh my gosh, I loved my experience with United! they made me want to travel more often.

How badly can you screw up baggage claim? We were told to go to baggage claim too for our bags from this flight. Another flights bags were there. They finished up. More bags from a different flight arrived. Our bags did not Finally the baggage claim belt stopped working and and are flight was still listed on the arrivals for that baggage claim 2. And then nothing It turns out that they had been delivered not only the United baggage claim but far away on a Delta baggage claim No I never told us. It was only the people looking around who had been on the flight But I’m sure there was plenty of time for the employees to raffle through the bags and steal whatever they wanted

Sucks ! All three flights I was on this trip were delayed.

There was no USB plug in my section of the plane. So I could not charge my phone. Also, there was no screen to watch movie or anything like that. Wish I had known that in advance, I would’ve brought my iPad.

Long wait before take off without an update for 20 minutes. Flight was good otherwise.

Flight crew was amazing! I don't like that the Polaris seats are side-by-side.

Everything was awful Flight attendant was condescending, rude and not helpful at all. Small outdated plane. No service, uncomfortable seats. Flight attendant was really the worst. He used hand gestures to communicate instead of words and whenever he used words he was condescending.

The entertainment would not work. The comfort of the seats leaves something to be desired, pretty uncomfortable.

Short flying. The seats do not recline at all and very uncomfortable.

Delayed over an hour due to paperwork not being filed correctly. Forced to change planes.

The service and food needs to improve to catch up with other international flights

Small plane, so no entertainment. Hour delay! Nobody explained wht the delay was all about.

Same problems with delays in Dallas. This was weather related and due to the incoming flight being delayed. This was the flight that was delayed due to a missing flashlight which turned out not to be missing.

We boarded after several delays due to mechanical failure and a gate change. The seat cushion in the exit row was very compressed and offered no cushion, making the four-hour journey reasonably uncomfortable. The WiFi worked for a few people, but for most, it did not, and you cannot get entertainment unless you can connect—American Airlines flights do not have seatback screens, and you must use your mobile phone.

Only thing that I liked it that I got to my destination safely, otherwise American Airlines stinks.

Improvements in communication and empathy are absolutely necessary for American Airlines staff (top down). It’s like they are numb to the needs of their customers.

Good communication at the gate and very nice crew in the flight

My seat was wonky...hard and not much padding. I sat next to the Jumpseat for the flight attendant. Thoroughly enjoyed not have a third seat in that row! Flight attendants were amazing. I couldn't answer the "food quality" question as there is no food served on my short flight. I commend the pilot as I know it was super gusty when we landed. Thanks

AA is always pretty solid. Was on time all the way around today so can’t complain!

American was having a problem with their kiosks when I arrived which made the check-in and bag drop process unusually long. Additionally, they only had one person working check-in. Eventually, the kiosks were fixed and everything else went smoothly.

Great! First time flying with Spirit and I definitely loved it!

Very difficult. Flew out on Dec 24th and it was a mess. They know it is going to be the busiest time of the year and they had no organization. Finally they called for people going on certiam flights so they could get them thru thw line then we had to rush to our gate to get in li e to board.We missed our flight do to being stuck at the border of Mexico. They would not work with us to make an affordable price so we had to wait a day with no where to go and pay 280 more for our flights. I would think that a complimentary drink would be nice. But we had to pay 4.49 for a coke. Not an overall good experience

The flight itself was good. Definitely a no frills flight. Pay for what on flight, drink, snack. Flight was delayed to start with, then after boarding and doors closed, still sat there for another 40mins before backing out for departure. When heading back home, there were 2 delays that put me back home 2hrs later than expected. Both times I had people waiting.

I couldn't understand the crew when they announced it was a new plane and there was therefore no wifi, huh? Seriously lame for 2025!

I did not fly Spirit. Connie fraudulently used my email to book her flight. I do not know Connie!

Boarding attendant was rude. Crew on the plan were more interested in talking amongst themselves and did not ask parentage if they needed anything or even walk down the isles.

Flight was ok with exception of the multiple delays. As with all Spirit flights, the sights are extremely uncomfortable and lack leg space. However, the price savings is the plus.

Easy! As long as you don’t mind no frills, our flight was enjoyable and on time

Okay for the most part but Good boarding and on time

The gate employees and the flight crew were friendly and professional. Afterboarding we waited 20 minutes for another flight; a complimentary beverage would have ben appreciated for the inconvenience.

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