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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 186
Typical prices: C$ 414-C$ 614
Frontier
Tue 13/11Sat 17/11
BUF - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 211
Typical prices: C$ 215-C$ 411
Delta
Fri 26/10
BUF - MSY • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Buffalo and New Orleans. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 38% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
August
Cheapest • 23% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 377 (round-trip)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 5h 00m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Buffalo to New Orleans (BUF-MSY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Buffalo to New Orleans

Fri, 13 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
Frontier Logo
1:48 p.m. - 4:13 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
27h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:08 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BUF Buffalo
19h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
C$ 186Frontier
Tue, 6 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov
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7:00 a.m. - 12:50 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 50m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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6:00 a.m. - 1:19 p.m.MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BUF Buffalo
6h 19m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
C$ 274JetBlue
Sat, 24 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
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12:30 p.m. - 7:40 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 10m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Nashville Intl
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7:55 a.m. - 2:35 p.m.MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BUF Buffalo
5h 40m1 stop Nashville Intl
C$ 286Southwest
Tue, 6 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov
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12:35 p.m. - 4:55 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 20m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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8:55 a.m. - 6:10 p.m.MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BUF Buffalo
8h 15m2 stops Houston Hobby Baltimore/Washington
C$ 288Southwest
Sat, 24 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
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12:30 p.m. - 7:40 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 10m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Nashville Intl
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5:55 a.m. - 3:20 p.m.MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BUF Buffalo
8h 25m2 stops Orlando Baltimore/Washington
C$ 293Southwest
Wed, 28 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
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6:55 a.m. - 1:05 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 10m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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10:15 a.m. - 7:02 p.m.MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BUF Buffalo
7h 47m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 297JetBlue
Fri, 13 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
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1:48 p.m. - 4:13 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
27h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:15 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BUF Buffalo
21h 00m2 stops Orlando Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
C$ 321Frontier
Mon, 12 Oct - Thu, 22 Oct
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7:35 p.m. - 12:14 a.m.BUF  Buffalo-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 39m1 stop Philadelphia
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6:00 a.m. - 12:46 p.m.MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BUF Buffalo
5h 46m1 stop Philadelphia
C$ 367American Airlines
Sat, 10 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
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7:53 p.m. - 11:59 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 06m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:00 a.m. - 12:46 p.m.MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BUF Buffalo
5h 46m1 stop Philadelphia
C$ 403American Airlines
Sat, 10 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
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7:35 p.m. - 12:14 a.m.BUF  Buffalo-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 39m1 stop Philadelphia
American Airlines Logo
8:06 a.m. - 3:58 p.m.MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BUF Buffalo
6h 52m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
C$ 403American Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Buffalo to New Orleans flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Buffalo to New Orleans with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Buffalo to New Orleans?

Round-trip flights from Buffalo to New Orleans start at C$ 186. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from C$ 414 to C$ 614. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 186 on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Buffalo to New Orleans?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Buffalo to New Orleans and is 11% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 5% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • August is the cheapest month to fly from Buffalo to New Orleans at C$ 395 round-trip.
  • November (C$ 654) and April (C$ 572) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 65% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Buffalo to New Orleans the cheapest?

Flights from Buffalo to New Orleans are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 38% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Buffalo to New Orleans flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

C$ 211
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 3% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (4% more expensive on average)
Flights from Buffalo to New Orleans

When to book flights from Buffalo to New Orleans

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Buffalo 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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Your Buffalo to New Orleans flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Buffalo to New Orleans?

    Flights from Buffalo to New Orleans usually depart from Buffalo (BUF) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Buffalo to New Orleans?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Buffalo to New Orleans.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Buffalo to New Orleans pass through?

    One-stop flights from Buffalo to New Orleans most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 24% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) – 11% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Buffalo to New Orleans?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 16% on the Buffalo to New Orleans route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 457 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at C$ 540, a difference of C$ 83. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which popular places can I visit in New Orleans?

    Some of the most popular sights in New Orleans are New Orleans Morial Convention Center, Bourbon Street, and Caesars Superdome. These are among the most viewed places in New Orleans on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Buffalo to New Orleans flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 38% above the route average of C$ 510. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long does a flight from Buffalo to New Orleans take?

    A direct flight from Buffalo to New Orleans takes 0h 00m, covering 2,842 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Buffalo to New Orleans?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Buffalo to New Orleans changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 186 to C$ 1,627. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Buffalo to New Orleans looking right now?

    One-way fares from Buffalo to New Orleans are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 228, which is 23% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Buffalo to New Orleans?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 00m, compared with 5h 13m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 5h 15m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Buffalo and New Orleans?

    New Orleans is 1 hour behind Buffalo (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 35 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Priceless
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Buffalo to New Orleans flight?

    Round-trip flights from Buffalo to New Orleans range from C$ 414 to C$ 614, with an average of C$ 510 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 414 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Buffalo to New Orleans flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average C$ 457 – about C$ 83 less than Monday (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 38% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Buffalo to New Orleans trip for August. Fares historically average C$ 395 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 260 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).

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