$53 Cheap Flights from Baltimore (BWI) to New Orleans (MSY)

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Cheap Flights from Baltimore to New Orleans (BWI-MSY)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $53 for one-way flights and $106 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Mon, May 12 - Thu, May 15
BWI
Baltimore
MSY
New Orleans
$106 Roundtrip, just found
$106
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, May 12 from Baltimore to New Orleans, returning Thu, May 15, priced at $106 just found
Spirit Airlines
Sun, May 11 - Fri, May 16
BWI
Baltimore
MSY
New Orleans
$124 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$124
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sun, May 11 from Baltimore to New Orleans, returning Fri, May 16, priced at $124 found 9 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, May 29 - Sun, Jun 1
BWI
Baltimore
MSY
New Orleans
$131 Roundtrip, just found
$131
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 29 from Baltimore to New Orleans, returning Sun, Jun 1, priced at $131 just found
Spirit Airlines
Mon, May 12 - Thu, May 15
BWI
Baltimore
MSY
New Orleans
$134 Roundtrip, just found
$134
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, May 12 from Baltimore to New Orleans, returning Thu, May 15, priced at $134 just found
Spirit Airlines
Thu, May 29 - Sat, May 31
BWI
Baltimore
MSY
New Orleans
$139 Roundtrip, just found
$139
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 29 from Baltimore to New Orleans, returning Sat, May 31, priced at $139 just found
Spirit Airlines
Fri, May 2 - Fri, May 9
BWI
Baltimore
MSY
New Orleans
$143 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$143
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 2 from Baltimore to New Orleans, returning Fri, May 9, priced at $143 found 11 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Tue, May 13 - Fri, May 16
BWI
Baltimore
MSY
New Orleans
$149 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$149
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 13 from Baltimore to New Orleans, returning Fri, May 16, priced at $149 found 1 hour ago
Sun Country Airlines
Sun, Oct 5 - Thu, Oct 9
BWI
Baltimore
MSY
New Orleans
$257 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$257
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Sun, Oct 5 from Baltimore to New Orleans, returning Thu, Oct 9, priced at $257 found 3 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Jul 1 - Wed, Jul 2
BWI
Baltimore
MSY
New Orleans
$263 Roundtrip, just found
$263
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 1 from Baltimore to New Orleans, returning Wed, Jul 2, priced at $263 just found
United
Tue, Jul 22 - Wed, Jul 23
BWI
Baltimore
MSY
New Orleans
$290 Roundtrip, just found
$290
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Tue, Jul 22 from Baltimore to New Orleans, returning Wed, Jul 23, priced at $290 just found
Flights from Baltimore (BWI) to New Orleans (MSY)
Origin airport
Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall
Destination airport
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$106
Distance
998 mi

Baltimore to New Orleans Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Baltimore to New Orleans

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Baltimore to New Orleans are during the month of May. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Baltimore to New Orleans with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Baltimore to New Orleans

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Baltimore to New Orleans: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Baltimore to New Orleans

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Baltimore to New Orleans in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $53 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Baltimore to New Orleans flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Baltimore to New Orleans airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) cost?
Snag cheap return fares starting at $106 from Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Spirit Airlines flight leaving BWI on May 19 2025 and touching down at MSY. The price was last updated on April 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from BWI to MSY?
The cheapest flights from BWI to MSY are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
If you’re departing from Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), you can jump on a direct flight to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) with Southwest Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from BWI to MSY?
At the moment, the cheapest airline offering one-way flights from BWI to MSY is Spirit Airlines. You can jet off on this route from $53. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from BWI on July 16 2025. Prices were last updated on April 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
When taking off from Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), you can choose from an average of 3 daily direct flights to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
More people fly between BWI and MSY at 5 PM than at any other time of day. Rather skip the crowds? Travel outside of rush hours and you’re likely to save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from BWI to MSY?
Friday has the most flights from Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY). Consider taking off on this day and you’ll have a greater chance of finding a departure that works with your plans.
What is the earliest flight from Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
The first flight of the day leaving Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) is at around 8:15AM UTC-5. Hop on this flight and you’ll touch down at Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) at approximately 10:20AM UTC-6. The total time in the air is 3h 5m.
How long does it take to fly from Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
The average flight duration from BWI to MSY is 2 hours and 59 minutes, covering a distance of 1,000 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
Choose a flight from Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the risk of delays and cancellations. Departures after this time have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for New Orleans from Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)?
Browse your flight options from Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY). This is the only New Orleans airport you can jet into if you’re taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from BWI to MSY are generally more expensive. For the best rates, start searching for flights as soon as possible. That said, if your travel plans are flexible, you may land a cheap fare right before you leave.
Is it cheaper to book a BWI to MSY flight and hotel package?
Securing a BWI to MSY flight and hotel package tends to be cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your trip in one place. Choose from our impressive range of hotels and then add flights, car rentals and activities to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
If you booked your BWI to MSY flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the fare type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, go to our Customer Service portal for further details.

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