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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 254
Typical prices: C$ 217-C$ 423
Breeze Airways
Mon 3/12Fri 7/12
MSY - FLL • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 275
Typical prices: C$ 205-C$ 418
JetBlue
Fri 26/1Sat 27/1
MSY - FLL • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with JetBlue and Southwest. Average duration is 1h 52m
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When to book
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 35% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 45% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 389 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 11m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale (MSY-FLL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale

Thu, 3 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
Breeze Airways Logo
9:40 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FLL Fort Lauderdale
5h 50m1 stop Jacksonville
Breeze Airways Logo
4:40 p.m. - 10:09 p.m.FLL  Fort Lauderdale-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 29m1 stop Tampa
C$ 254Breeze Airways
1 day ago
Sun, 10 Jan - Fri, 15 Jan
Breeze Airways Logo
5:54 p.m. - 12:59 a.m.MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FLL Fort Lauderdale
6h 05m1 stop Tampa
Breeze Airways Logo
4:35 p.m. - 10:09 p.m.FLL  Fort Lauderdale-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 34m1 stop Tampa
C$ 257Breeze Airways
2 days ago
Thu, 3 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
Breeze Airways Logo
9:40 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FLL Fort Lauderdale
5h 50m1 stop Jacksonville
Breeze Airways Logo
4:40 p.m. - 10:09 p.m.FLL  Fort Lauderdale-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 29m1 stop Tampa
C$ 268Breeze Airways
16 hours ago
Fri, 11 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
Breeze Airways Logo
6:03 p.m. - 12:16 a.m.MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FLL Fort Lauderdale
5h 13m1 stop Tampa
Breeze Airways Logo
4:40 p.m. - 10:09 p.m.FLL  Fort Lauderdale-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 29m1 stop Tampa
C$ 274Breeze Airways
1 day ago
Tue, 26 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan
JetBlue Logo
7:40 a.m. - 10:29 a.m.MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FLL Fort Lauderdale
1h 49mdirect
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2:46 p.m. - 3:56 p.m.FLL  Fort Lauderdale-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
2h 10mdirect
C$ 275JetBlue
2 days ago
Thu, 3 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
Breeze Airways Logo
5:51 p.m. - 12:49 a.m.MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FLL Fort Lauderdale
5h 58m1 stop Tampa
Breeze Airways Logo
4:40 p.m. - 10:09 p.m.FLL  Fort Lauderdale-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 29m1 stop Tampa
C$ 283Breeze Airways
2 days ago
Thu, 10 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
Breeze Airways Logo
9:40 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FLL Fort Lauderdale
5h 50m1 stop Jacksonville
Breeze Airways Logo
4:40 p.m. - 10:09 p.m.FLL  Fort Lauderdale-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 29m1 stop Tampa
C$ 288Breeze Airways
16 hours ago
Wed, 6 Jan - Wed, 6 Jan
Southwest Logo
6:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FLL Fort Lauderdale
4h 15m1 stop Orlando
Southwest Logo
2:15 p.m. - 3:35 p.m.FLL  Fort Lauderdale-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
2h 20mdirect
C$ 289Southwest
3+ days ago
Mon, 21 Dec - Tue, 29 Dec
Breeze Airways Logo
6:03 p.m. - 12:16 a.m.MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FLL Fort Lauderdale
5h 13m1 stop Tampa
Breeze Airways Logo
9:15 a.m. - 12:06 p.m.FLL  Fort Lauderdale-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
3h 51m1 stop Tampa
C$ 293Breeze Airways
4 hours ago
Sun, 10 Jan - Fri, 15 Jan
Breeze Airways Logo
5:54 p.m. - 12:59 a.m.MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FLL Fort Lauderdale
6h 05m1 stop Tampa
Breeze Airways Logo
4:35 p.m. - 10:09 p.m.FLL  Fort Lauderdale-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 34m1 stop Tampa
C$ 300Breeze Airways
1 day ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale flights

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

Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale typically range from C$ 217 to C$ 423. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 254, on Breeze Airways.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale. It's 17% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 13% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale at C$ 170 round-trip.
•October (C$ 404) and November (C$ 388) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 136% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale the cheapest?

Flights from New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 35% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

C$ 159
Beat the crowds with an average 38% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 31% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale

When to book flights from New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:45 am and lands at 7:37 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:25 pm and lands at 10:17 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 52m.

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

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

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

    A direct flight from New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale takes 1h 52m, covering 1,742 km.

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

    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 New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale flight?

    Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale range from C$ 217 to C$ 423, with an average of C$ 312 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 217 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 23% above the C$ 312 route average. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale?

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Direct fares average C$ 304 round-trip, compared to C$ 389 via a layover through Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 63–C$ 140 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by JetBlue. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320 (sharklets) variants.

  • How are flight departures from New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale 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$ 254 to C$ 1,033. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale flights?

    JetBlue is the only airline on the New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

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

    One-way fares from New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 176, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL)?

    Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 41 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Dollar

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

    Flights from New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale usually depart from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) and arrive at Fort Lauderdale (FLL).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 41% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) – 36% of one-stop connections
    • Tampa (TPA) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) – 8% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 260 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 352, a difference of C$ 92.

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

  • Which airlines fly from New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale?

    2 airlines operate flights between New Orleans and Fort Lauderdale. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • JetBlue
    • Southwest

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

    Flying via Lambert-St Louis (STL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 11m, compared with 5h 20m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and 5h 33m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What is the time difference between New Orleans and Fort Lauderdale?

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

  • Which popular places can I visit in Fort Lauderdale?

    Some of the most popular sights in Fort Lauderdale are Las Olas Beach, Fort Lauderdale Beach Park, and Broward Center for the Performing Arts. These are among the most viewed places in Fort Lauderdale on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale flights?

    Among airlines operating New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale flights:

    • JetBlue: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Southwest: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale 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 Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average C$ 260, about C$ 92 less than Sunday fares (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 35% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale trip for February. Fares historically average C$ 170 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 233 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Fort Lauderdale Airport.

    • Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ft. Lauderdale Airport/Cruise By IHG
    • Crowne Plaza Ft. Lauderdale Airport/Cruise By IHG
    • Hyatt Place Ft Lauderdale Cruise Port

Prefer to fly direct from New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale?

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

Direct departures

New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Fort Lauderdale

Monday

JetBlue,Southwest

JetBlue,Southwest

Tuesday

JetBlue,Southwest

JetBlue,Southwest

Wednesday

JetBlue,Southwest

JetBlue,Southwest

Thursday

JetBlue,Southwest

JetBlue,Southwest

Friday

JetBlue,Southwest

JetBlue,Southwest

Saturday

JetBlue,Southwest

JetBlue,Southwest

Sunday

JetBlue,Southwest

JetBlue,Southwest

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Direct returns

Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Monday

JetBlue,Southwest

JetBlue,Southwest

Tuesday

JetBlue,Southwest

JetBlue,Southwest

Wednesday

JetBlue,Southwest

JetBlue,Southwest

Thursday

JetBlue,Southwest

JetBlue,Southwest

Friday

JetBlue,Southwest

JetBlue,Southwest

Saturday

JetBlue,Southwest

JetBlue,Southwest

Sunday

JetBlue,Southwest

JetBlue,Southwest

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