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Cheap Flight Deals from Nashville to New Orleans (BNA-MSY)

 
These are the cheapest deals for flights from Nashville to New Orleans currently on KAYAK along with options from the most popular airlines KAYAK users selected for this route. 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 Nashville to New Orleans

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2:52 pm - 4:26 pmBNA-MSY
1h 34mnonstop
12:19 pm - 1:47 pmMSY-BNA
1h 28mnonstop
$85Spirit Airlines
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Mon, Jan 13 - Thu, Jan 16
4:14 pm - 5:39 pmBNA-MSY
1h 25mnonstop
6:34 pm - 7:59 pmMSY-BNA
1h 25mnonstop
$94Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Dec 25 - Tue, Dec 31
11:41 am - 1:06 pmBNA-MSY
1h 25mnonstop
2:01 pm - 3:26 pmMSY-BNA
1h 25mnonstop
$95Spirit Airlines
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Thu, Dec 12 - Fri, Dec 13
12:33 pm - 9:25 pmBNA-MSY
8h 52m1 stop
6:34 pm - 7:59 pmMSY-BNA
1h 25mnonstop
Thu, Dec 19 - Sat, Dec 21
11:41 am - 1:06 pmBNA-MSY
1h 25mnonstop
3:16 pm - 1:54 pmMSY-BNA
22h 38m1 stop
Thu, Dec 12 - Sat, Dec 14
5:00 am - 9:41 amBNA-MSY
4h 41m1 stop
7:10 am - 1:32 pmMSY-BNA
6h 22m1 stop
$245American Airlines
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Sat, Feb 15 - Thu, Feb 20
8:45 pm - 10:30 pmBNA-MSY
1h 45mnonstop
7:45 am - 9:15 amMSY-BNA
1h 30mnonstop
$256Southwest
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Thu, Dec 12 - Sat, Dec 14
8:50 am - 10:35 amBNA-MSY
1h 45mnonstop
7:50 am - 9:25 amMSY-BNA
1h 35mnonstop
$257Southwest
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Fri, Jan 24 - Sat, Jan 25
7:00 pm - 11:48 pmBNA-MSY
4h 48m1 stop
6:02 pm - 12:21 amMSY-BNA
6h 19m1 stop
$265American Airlines
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Sat, Mar 1 - Tue, Mar 4
11:19 am - 4:24 pmBNA-MSY
5h 05m1 stop
6:30 am - 10:14 amMSY-BNA
3h 44m1 stop
$283Delta
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Flights from Nashville to New Orleans - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Nashville to New Orleans to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

The average price of all flights from Nashville to New Orleans clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
For Nashville to New Orleans, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Saturday is the most expensive. Flying from New Orleans back to Nashville, the best deals are generally found on Friday, with Sunday being the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Nashville 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 Nashville to New Orleans is December, where tickets cost $198 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and April, where the average cost of tickets is $355 and $318 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Nashville to New Orleans, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Nashville to New Orleans, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 45 days before departure.

Good to know

Low season

August

High season

October

Cheapest flight

$41
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 5% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 18% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Nashville to New Orleans

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Nashville to New Orleans based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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 Nashville to New Orleans

  • How far is Nashville International airport from downtown Nashville?

    Nashville International Airport is only about 9 miles away from downtown. There are plenty of ways you can get here, but the quickest would be through a taxi or private airport shuttle. These are, however, expensive when compared to the bus, so if you’re traveling on a budget, that would be the best one. The bus can be boarded at Fulton Station. While you’re there, take the 18 towards Airport Via Elm Hill, and you’ll arrive at the airport in no less than 40min.

  • How can I get wheelchair services at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport?

    Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) offers wheelchair services to all passengers with limited mobility. The best way to get access to these services would be by informing your airline during booking. You can do so by ticking the ‘special needs’ box. That way, the airline can then put it on your reservation record such that the moment your plane lands, you’ll have someone to help you from the gate to baggage claim and ground transportation.

  • Is public transport available from MSY Airport?

    There are two public transport options available for anyone going from MSY airport to downtown: JET and RTA. Both can be accessed from the outer curb outside Level 3 Ticket Lobby. The taxi provides a more convenient means of transport from the airport as they’ll drop you anywhere downtown. However, they are expensive compared to the bus service.

  • Which airline offers in-flight Wi-Fi?

    Multiple airlines provide passengers with in-flight Wi-Fi. They include Delta, American Airlines, and Spirit Airlines. However, it is worth noting that the service is not the same. For example, the in-flight Wi-Fi on Spirit Airlines is only good for basic web browsing, while Delta and American Airlines allow you to stream movies and TV shows. Another difference is the cost. Delta and Spirit Airlines provide their Wi-Fi for free, while passengers on board an American Airlines flight will be required to pay a small fee to enjoy the services.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Nashville to New Orleans was $41 for a one-way ticket and $85 for a round-trip.

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

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Nashville to New Orleans. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

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

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

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

    The Airbus A320 (sharklets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Nashville to New Orleans flight route.

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Nashville to New Orleans are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $362 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 $313 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Nashville 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 Nashville to New Orleans.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New Orleans from Nashville 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 Nashville 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 Nashville with another airline. Booking your flights between Nashville 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 Nashville 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 Nashville 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 Nashville to New Orleans

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $89 or less one-way and $155 or less round-trip.
  • If you plan on parking your car at the Nashville International Airport (BNA), consider some of the offsite parking options. They are usually cheaper than the parking lots inside the airport, and you get a free shuttle to your terminal, so there’s nothing to lose.
  • If you want to hang out at the BNA Airport lounges as you wait to board your flight, book with Delta or American Airlines. Both airlines have a lounge at the airport on the North and South Terminals, respectively.
  • If you’re traveling with an infant and are looking for somewhere to tend to your child at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), you’ll be happy to know that each terminal has a set of private lactating rooms. The one on Terminal D, which is convenient for arriving passengers, is located between Gates D3 and D5 and features padded chairs and electric outlets.
  • If you need any help while at MSY Airport, don’t hesitate to visit the customer care desk. It is located on the Level 1 baggage claim and is open from 8 am and 8 pm.
  • Nashville International Airport has two kids’ play areas where the kids can hang around as you wait to board your plane. They are located on the far ends of Concourse A and B.
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Prefer to fly non-stop from Nashville to New Orleans?

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

Nonstop departures

Nashville Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Monday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Tuesday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Wednesday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Thursday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Friday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Saturday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Sunday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

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Nonstop returns

New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Nashville Intl

Monday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Tuesday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Wednesday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Thursday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Friday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Saturday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Sunday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

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Top 5 airlines serving from Nashville to New Orleans

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Nashville 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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SouthwestOverall score based on 5005 reviews
8.2Boarding
8.7Crew
7.7Entertainment
8.1Comfort
7.2Food
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This was a nicer flight - not fully booked and so we were able to spread out.

10.0 ExcellentJohn, Nov 2024LAS - IND
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This was a nicer flight - not fully booked and so we were able to spread out.

We had a nice flight. Boarding was easy, our seats were comfortable and the on board service was pleasant.

Planes are aged. The wifi is unreliable and on many fights, no-existent. The flight attendants were very good.

I had a wonderful flight, but the only thing that annoyed me was how crowded TSA was. I still believe airports and all planes work together to bunch everyone together to drive up cost.

Easy to book and to get check in and get on and off.

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

Excellent experience. WiFi worked on this leg of My trip

Flight was great, but golf bag never made it until later in the day. Even though I had a nonstop flight it was placed on a different one. They made it right with flight credits and I was able to get it the same day.

It seems as though the provisions are even less. Although SWA used to be an economy Airline, that isn't really the case anymore. I paid over $700. for a round trip to Denver and I could have flown just about any airline for the price. The drinks are now in a 6-ounce cup and with ice I'm sure a can would fill more than 2 cups. However, I am very proud of SWA for using paper rather than continuing to contribute to the millions of plastic cups being used each day. I've thought of this fr many years and am so glad to see it come to fruition, if not by only SWA so far.

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

I sat in comfort plus. It was fine. Seats were comfortable. I got drinks and snacks.

Crew was nice. Flight was timely. Seats could be better as well as the food considering it’s first class.

Left on time and arrived early this extending our 31 minute transfer. Bags made it also!

Good and consistent Printer in lounge did not work for me :(

Most of my discomfort was going through TSA. However, the Delta seats had inadequate leg room and I tried my very best to connect to the wi-fi and it was a cumbersome process that finally gave me the info that I needed to sign in AFTER I had completed the flight...Why make it so difficult to use? That said I really really appreciate the pilot taking a little extra time to avoid a bad storm area and both landings in Atlanta and Orlando were flawless to my delight!!!

Delayed in taking off because no flight crew. The in seat entertainment was working properly.

I upgraded to first class only to find out that I still had no access to the sky lounge without a sky miles card or AmEx (something that should be emphasized outside of the fine print!) Also, no food or drink service provided during the flight, so I basically paid 4x more just for “free” checked baggage and a bigger seat. Not worth it.

Delta was really good about being transparent with why we were delayed it’s just that’s the plane was really old and outdated and a lot of the comfort and amenities we know Delta to have did not shine through

Bottom seat cushion is almost non existent. Very uncomfortable seat.

Delta was great the entertainment was outdated. Screen was very small and didn’t work.

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.

The flight attendants were unhelpful. It was a packed flight, and usually a flight attendant would help find a spot in the bin for your carry on or shift things around. Neither made any effort to do so. Also, I had to then check my bag. I was told it would be on the carousel in YYZ, but it came up on the jetway. So lucky I saw others standing around for their bags. I would have walked straight past this and on to the carousel. They could have at least told me that they had given me wrong information. Very unsatisfactory.

Made all groups except 2 check despite ample bin space. Inflight WiFi and entertainment didn’t work most of the time.

The check-in process is not the best They should have agents in site to help with any problem especially a rebook. Why does one have to get on the phone when there were at least 8 agents around that could have help?! Flying is stressful as it is and having someone willing to do their customer service will ease some of the stress.

It was a good flight. Nothing comes to mind about how it could have been better. It was a newer plane, seemed like a great upgrade from your older ones. Staff was very good as well.

boarding was uneventful. Snack was pathetic. A tiny fruit bar. Entertainment was limited to just select movies on your own tablet or phone. No live TV. I recently flew Jetblue and they had unlimited snacks and live satellite TV the entire flight. My seat was an exit seat, 20A. It was super uncomfortable. It felt cramped and the middle seat was taken up by a large woman who pushed into my shoulder and arm. Horrible flight.

They canceled our flight and left us stranded to figure it out

Cabin was pitch black, even during meal service. The reading lights for seat 2E/F did not work, and seat 2E did not recline.

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

Plane still had screens for watching movies. Good selection too.

Finding the gate was very confusing. Our boarding pass listed one gate and the staff verbally told us a different gate.

Plenty of overhead space but forced to check my carry-ons both legs

My flight attendant was attentive! The elderly person next to me was flatulent and the flight attendant could see that I was in distress and brought me some face masks

It was as expected for such a short flight. No complaints

The departing flight from Newark to Charlotte was fine. It was the returning flight from Charlotte to Newark that was awful. We had scheduled an 8:35pm return flight time. We got delayed TEN times all the way to 5am in the morning! We were told over 4 different excuses as to why the flight kept getting delayed. First it was the flight crew needed to rest, then it was something technical with the plane, then it was something with air traffic control, and finally it was because they couldn’t find a captain and had to wait until the morning so the captain could get some rest. It was terrible sleeping overnight in the airport. They offered a $12 meal voucher. That was it! And the only place open in the middle of the night was Dunkin’ Donuts who didn’t even accept the voucher. They should have cancelled the flight much earlier on in the evening instead of just stringing us along hour by hour with more delays. Not professional and unacceptable. There was no refund for inconvenience. I probably will not be flying American Airlines again.

This leg they tried and did well with what they had to work from.

It was nice being on a flight that had working wifi. The boarding was quick - why don’t all airlines have small boarding groups window to aisle? Makes so much sense!!! I was disappointed to be the first person stopped to have to gate check my carryon. Especially when there was plenty of overhead space at the back! But I get it…keeps it moving. Crew was nice.

The flight was as good as it gets when flying. On time departure and arrival plus no lost luggage.

My boarding pass wouldn't pull up in the app very easily and had to really dig through my email. That caused a delay in TSA..

Packed commercial flight was as comfortable as can be expected

Average, boarding was ok, the eye scanner broken mid way through boarding they ahd to do it manually. Did not eat any food, Not even water was offered for free.

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.

I upgraded my ticket at the ticket counter and was not informed of the huge bottleneck at TSA pre check. It took me over an hour to get through the line at this small airport and although I ran to the gate and reached it prior to scheduled departure, it had already pushed pack. I missed the flight. Spirit rebooked me on a flight to Orlando that evening, which would require me to then rent a car and drive to FLL. For scheduling reasons, I determined it be would better to rent a car in Pensacola and drive it to my destination in FLL. Spirit called me that evening and asked me if I was going to board the plane. I explained no, for scheduling reasons. The person apologized and said I would receive a refund, but I have not heard back. Certainly, I ought to be refunded the upgrade I paid for at the counter.

The staff from LAX to New Orleans were rude but the staff from New Orleans to LAX were nice!

Did what they needed to do. Brought us from point A to point B timely and without issue. Boarding through deplaning smooth.

Direct 2.5 hour flight good. Free snacks and coffee, water, or soft drinks not available...bad.

Atlanta airport gate area floor and nearly all seats disgusting. Spirit airlines crew fantastic!!

Over 2 hour delay due to “weather” but all other flights were taking off with no issues. We felt lied to the entire time as well.

Everything was excellent and as expected. The boarding process was great but deboarding was a bit slow. No fault of the crew; it just seemed like the passengers didn’t want to leave! 😂

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Nashville to New Orleans found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
12/20Fri
nonstopSpirit Airlines
1h 25mBNA-MSY
$41
2/21Fri
nonstopSpirit Airlines
1h 34mBNA-MSY
$42
2/18Tue
1 stopDelta
3h 39mBNA-MSY
$108
1/21Tue
nonstopSouthwest
1h 40mBNA-MSY
$128
12/18Wed
1 stopDelta
4h 55mBNA-MSY
$137
3/6Thu
nonstopSouthwest
1h 40mBNA-MSY
$176
1/18Sat
2 stopsUnited Airlines
13h 38mBNA-MSY
$213
2/19Wed
2 stopsUnited Airlines
13h 34mBNA-MSY
$217
11/30Sat
1 stopAmerican Airlines
5h 19mBNA-MSY
$287
12/6Fri
1 stopAmerican Airlines
5h 29mBNA-MSY
$387

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Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Nashville to New Orleans that are departing in the next 10 days.
11/25Mon
nonstopSpirit Airlines
1h 39mBNA-MSY
11/30Sat
nonstopSpirit Airlines
1h 29mMSY-BNA
$196
11/23Sat
nonstopSpirit Airlines
1h 39mBNA-MSY
11/26Tue
nonstopSpirit Airlines
1h 29mMSY-BNA
$198
11/26Tue
nonstopSpirit Airlines
1h 39mBNA-MSY
12/2Mon
nonstopSpirit Airlines
1h 29mMSY-BNA
$199
11/25Mon
nonstopSpirit Airlines
1h 39mBNA-MSY
11/27Wed
nonstopSpirit Airlines
1h 29mMSY-BNA
$236
11/23Sat
multi-stop
24h 00mBNA-MSY
11/26Tue
nonstop
1h 29mMSY-BNA
$244
11/25Mon
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
27h 34mBNA-MSY
11/30Sat
nonstopSpirit Airlines
1h 29mMSY-BNA
$262
11/26Tue
nonstopSpirit Airlines
1h 39mBNA-MSY
12/1Sun
nonstopSpirit Airlines
1h 29mMSY-BNA
$266
11/25Mon
nonstop
1h 39mBNA-MSY
11/27Wed
multi-stop
16h 09mMSY-BNA
$314
11/25Mon
nonstopSouthwest
1h 40mBNA-MSY
11/25Mon
nonstopSouthwest
1h 30mMSY-BNA
$676
11/25Mon
multi-stopUnited Airlines
4h 43mBNA-MSY
11/25Mon
multi-stopUnited Airlines
22h 05mMSY-BNA
$831

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