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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 329
Typical prices: C$ 422-C$ 614
Frontier
Tue 4/12Fri 14/12
BUF - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 168
Typical prices: C$ 228-C$ 442
Frontier
Tue 11/12
BUF - MSY • 1 stop
Direct flights
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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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 41% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 19% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 395 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 02m (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, 4 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
Frontier Logo
1:15 p.m. - 8:38 a.m.BUF  Buffalo-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
20h 23m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Frontier Logo
6:05 p.m. - 12:20 p.m.MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BUF Buffalo
41h 15m2 stops Orlando Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
C$ 329Frontier
1 day ago
Thu, 10 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
Southwest Logo
2:45 p.m. - 9:35 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
6:20 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BUF Buffalo
4h 45m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
C$ 376Southwest
3+ days ago
Mon, 7 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
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12:06 p.m. - 4:16 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 10m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
5:20 a.m. - 11:05 a.m.MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BUF Buffalo
4h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
C$ 376Delta
1 day ago
Mon, 7 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
Delta Logo
6:00 a.m. - 12:01 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:11 p.m. - 12:04 a.m.MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BUF Buffalo
5h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
C$ 376Delta
2 days ago
Sat, 12 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec
Southwest Logo
1:10 p.m. - 7:55 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 45m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
6:20 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BUF Buffalo
4h 45m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
C$ 376Southwest
3+ days ago
Sat, 12 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec
Southwest Logo
2:30 p.m. - 8:55 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
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1:05 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BUF Buffalo
7h 55m2 stops Dallas Love Field Baltimore/Washington
C$ 383Southwest
3+ days ago
Tue, 24 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
United Airlines Logo
6:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.BUF  Buffalo-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 15m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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9:35 a.m. - 6:10 p.m.MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BUF Buffalo
7h 35m1 stop Newark
C$ 414United Airlines
2 days ago
Fri, 15 Jan - Sun, 24 Jan
American Airlines Logo
6:08 p.m. - 10:59 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 51m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
6:30 a.m. - 12:03 p.m.MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BUF Buffalo
4h 33m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
C$ 452American Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, 15 Jan - Sun, 24 Jan
American Airlines Logo
6:08 p.m. - 10:59 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 51m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
6:30 a.m. - 12:03 p.m.MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BUF Buffalo
4h 33m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
C$ 490American Airlines
2 days ago
Thu, 28 Jan - Sun, 7 Feb
American Airlines Logo
6:00 a.m. - 2:18 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 18m1 stop New York LaGuardia
American Airlines Logo
6:30 a.m. - 12:03 p.m.MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-BUF Buffalo
4h 33m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
C$ 559American Airlines
20 hours ago
Booking Insights

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 with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Buffalo to New Orleans typically range from C$ 422 to C$ 614. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 329, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Buffalo to New Orleans. It's 17% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

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$ 414 round-trip.
•April (C$ 579) and May (C$ 562) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 39% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Buffalo to New Orleans the cheapest?

Flights from Buffalo to New Orleans are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 41% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Buffalo to New Orleans flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

C$ 168
Beat the crowds with an average 40% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 56% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • 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.

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

    A direct flight from Buffalo to New Orleans takes 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 another form of identification, such as a driver's licence.

  • 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$ 422 to C$ 614, with an average of C$ 508 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 422 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 39% above the C$ 508 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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$ 329 to C$ 1,229. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x 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$ 231, which is 26% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 averaging C$ 87 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Priceless
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

  • 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 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) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) – 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Buffalo to New Orleans. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 422 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at C$ 557, a difference of C$ 134.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • 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 02m, compared with 5h 05m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 5h 16m 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.

  • Which popular places can I visit in New Orleans?

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

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 and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Tuesday flights average C$ 422, about C$ 134 less than Wednesday fares (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 41% 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$ 414 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 165 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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