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Cheap Flight Deals from New Orleans to Tampa (MSY-TPA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from New Orleans to Tampa 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 New Orleans to Tampa

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from New Orleans to Tampa.
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Southwest Logo
MSY-TPA
1h 35mdirect
Southwest Logo
TPA-MSY
1h 40mdirect
Southwest
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Breeze Airways Logo
MSY-TPA
1h 35mdirect
Breeze Airways Logo
TPA-MSY
1h 40mdirect
Breeze Airways
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Spirit Airlines Logo
MSY-TPA
1h 37mdirect
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TPA-MSY
1h 38mdirect
Spirit Airlines
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Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from New Orleans to Tampa

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are specific to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
Southwest

Southwest allows two free checked bags up to 50 pounds each, ideal for travelers with extra luggage.


Southwest's EarlyBird Check-In offers earlier boarding, enhancing seat selection chances.

Read more about Southwestby Blane Bachelor
Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seat offers 20-inch width and 11” extra legroom for added comfort.


Spirit's Wi-Fi offers gate-to-gate connectivity, ideal for staying online throughout your flight.

Airports
MSY

Book your parking in advance on the MSY website to secure a spot and pay ahead, saving time on departure day.

Read more about MSYby Daniel Scheffler
TPA

For quick access, use the Blue Express lanes at TPA if you're traveling with carry-ons only, avoiding potential traffic delays.

Read more about TPAby Stefanie Waldek
Our travel experts
Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Southwest

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Joe Cortez

Joe Cortez

Expert on Spirit Airlines

Joe Cortez

Joe Cortez

Joe Cortez is a seasoned managing editor in aviation with over a decade of industry experience. His work has been featured on prominent platforms such as FlyerTalk and TripSavvy, establishing him as a respected voice in aviation journalism.

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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on MSY

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on TPA

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for New Orleans to Tampa flights

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

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from New Orleans to Tampa, 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 New Orleans to Tampa is October, where tickets cost C$ 161 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are February and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 347 and C$ 342 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from New Orleans to Tampa, 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 New Orleans to Tampa, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.


Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
High seasonApril
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 46% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (30% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from New Orleans to Tampa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New Orleans to Tampa 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 New Orleans to Tampa

  • Can I park at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)?

    Yes. New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport offers multiple parking options that travelers can take advantage of. You can utilize the long-term parking lot with valet option, or you can opt for a self-parking option. Alternatively, you can use the short-term parking lots throughout the airport’s terminals. Additionally, MSY offers exceptional airport shuttle services picking up passengers at every passenger terminal.

  • How far is New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) from New Orleans city center?

    New Orleans' Louis Armstrong Airport is approximately 11miles. The airport is connected to the city center through various means of transport. Driving, using taxis or rideshare are the most efficient ways to travel, and takes about 19min to get to the airport. Alternatively, you can opt for public transportation, a bus which takes approximately 40min to reach MSY.

  • What is the most efficient way to travel from TPA to downtown Tampa?

    It takes approximately 11min to travel to downtown Tampa using a taxi, car rental, or rideshare app. Alternatively, you can opt for the airport shuttle bus which is less expensive and takes approximately 30min to cover the same distance. The shuttle bus runs between the airport and downtown every 15-30min.

  • Is it possible to find accommodation near or at Tampa International Airport (TPA)?

    Yes. Tampa International Airport (TPA) features exceptional hotels offering top-notch services such as complimentary airport shuttle transfers, a swimming pool, and a fitness center. So, if you’re arriving late at TPA, look no further than Tampa Airport Marriott Hotel. Located at 0.4 miles, it is easily accessible. You will avoid the late-night fuss and wake up re-energized.

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

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

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

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

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

    There are direct flights from New Orleans to Tampa on a daily basis.

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

    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 New Orleans to Tampa.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Tampa from New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Tampa?

    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 Tampa with an airline and back to New Orleans with another airline.

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

    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 Tampa from New Orleans up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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

  • Take advantage of the multiple lounges at New Orleans Louis Armstrong airport when traveling through MSY to Tampa International Airport. The lounges offer a wide range of comprehensive services including showers and meals. However, they have different rules and regulations, so be sure to confirm with your airline before you book the services.
  • Passengers traveling with an infant will find at least an outstanding nursing suite in every terminal at MSY. The nursing suites are equipped with strollers, baby changing tables, a sink and comfortable seating. This is to ensure that kids get comfortable before their flight to TPA.
  • If you’re a passenger with limited mobility flying out of New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport, it is possible to request special assistance. Contact your airline before your scheduled flight time to inform them how best they can help. This way, you will have extra assistance and wheelchair service waiting on the ground upon your arrival at TPA.
  • TPA has a free express shuttle service that stops at every passenger terminal, car rentals, hotel shuttle stops, and car parking lots picking up and dropping off passengers. The shuttle regularly runs every 30min.
  • You can never run out of things to do at TPA while waiting for airport transfers. You can check out the art in the Airport gallery situated before pre-security or treat yourself to a massage, pedicures, or manicures at Terminal Getaway Spa. Alternatively, you can treat yourself to a nice meal in one of the restaurants.

Prefer to fly direct from New Orleans to Tampa?

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

Direct departures

New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Tampa

Monday

Southwest,Spirit Airlines,Breeze Airways

Southwest,Spirit Airlines, +1 more

Tuesday

Southwest

Southwest

Wednesday

Southwest

Southwest

Thursday

Southwest,Spirit Airlines,Breeze Airways

Southwest,Spirit Airlines, +1 more

Friday

Southwest,Spirit Airlines,Breeze Airways

Southwest,Spirit Airlines, +1 more

Saturday

Southwest,Spirit Airlines

Southwest,Spirit Airlines

Sunday

Southwest,Spirit Airlines,Breeze Airways

Southwest,Spirit Airlines, +1 more

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Direct returns

Tampa to New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Monday

Southwest,Spirit Airlines,Breeze Airways

Southwest,Spirit Airlines, +1 more

Tuesday

Southwest

Southwest

Wednesday

Southwest

Southwest

Thursday

Southwest,Spirit Airlines,Breeze Airways

Southwest,Spirit Airlines, +1 more

Friday

Southwest,Spirit Airlines,Breeze Airways

Southwest,Spirit Airlines, +1 more

Saturday

Southwest,Spirit Airlines

Southwest,Spirit Airlines

Sunday

Southwest,Spirit Airlines,Breeze Airways

Southwest,Spirit Airlines, +1 more

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