$61 Cheap Flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Richmond (RIC)

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Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Richmond (MSY-RIC)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $61 for one-way flights and $122 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Breeze Airways
Thu, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 7
MSY
New Orleans
RIC
Richmond
$122 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$122
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from New Orleans to Richmond, returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $122 found 1 day ago
Breeze Airways
Thu, Sep 4 - Thu, Sep 11
MSY
New Orleans
RIC
Richmond
$127 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$127
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from New Orleans to Richmond, returning Thu, Sep 11, priced at $127 found 2 days ago
Breeze Airways
Thu, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 14
MSY
New Orleans
RIC
Richmond
$132 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$132
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from New Orleans to Richmond, returning Sun, Sep 14, priced at $132 found 3 days ago
Breeze Airways
Thu, Aug 7 - Sun, Aug 10
MSY
New Orleans
RIC
Richmond
$137 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$137
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Thu, Aug 7 from New Orleans to Richmond, returning Sun, Aug 10, priced at $137 found 6 days ago
Breeze Airways
Thu, Aug 7 - Sun, Aug 10
MSY
New Orleans
RIC
Richmond
$142 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$142
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Thu, Aug 7 from New Orleans to Richmond, returning Sun, Aug 10, priced at $142 found 6 days ago
Breeze Airways
Thu, Aug 7 - Sun, Aug 10
MSY
New Orleans
RIC
Richmond
$147 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$147
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Thu, Aug 7 from New Orleans to Richmond, returning Sun, Aug 10, priced at $147 found 6 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, May 7 - Sun, May 11
MSY
New Orleans
RIC
Richmond
$164 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$164
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 7 from New Orleans to Richmond, returning Sun, May 11, priced at $164 found 2 days ago
JetBlue Airways
Fri, Aug 22 - Sun, Aug 24
MSY
New Orleans
RIC
Richmond
$180 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$180
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Fri, Aug 22 from New Orleans to Richmond, returning Sun, Aug 24, priced at $180 found 3 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, May 14 - Sat, May 17
MSY
New Orleans
RIC
Richmond
$237 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$237
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 14 from New Orleans to Richmond, returning Sat, May 17, priced at $237 found 2 days ago
Delta
Wed, May 14 - Sat, May 17
MSY
New Orleans
RIC
Richmond
$237 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$237
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, May 14 from New Orleans to Richmond, returning Sat, May 17, priced at $237 found 2 days ago
Flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Richmond (RIC)
Origin airport
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
Destination airport
Richmond Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Breeze Airways, Delta, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$121
Distance
904 mi

New Orleans to Richmond Flights

The cheapest times to fly from New Orleans to Richmond

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 New Orleans to Richmond are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from New Orleans to Richmond with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from New Orleans to Richmond: 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 New Orleans to Richmond

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 New Orleans to Richmond in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $61 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 New Orleans to Richmond 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 New Orleans to Richmond 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 Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) cost?
Score cheap return tickets from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) starting at $132. Grab your seat and start your adventure. 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 Breeze flight leaving MSY on May 1 2025 and touching down at RIC. The price was last updated on April 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from MSY to RIC?
The cheapest flights from MSY to RIC 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 Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC)?
When flying out of Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY), you can hop on a nonstop flight to Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) with Breeze Airways.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from MSY to RIC?
Right now, the cheapest carrier operating one-way flights from MSY to RIC is Breeze. You can jet off on this route from $71. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from MSY on July 10 2025. Prices were last updated on April 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC)?
On average, there are 2 nonstop flights departing from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) every week. If you don’t find one that fits your travel plans, think about taking a flight with a layover. Filter your search results on Expedia to include one or two stops and select the best alternative.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC)?
Flights between MSY and RIC are busiest at 8 AM. If you want a more relaxed experience and potentially cheaper tickets, look for a time when demand is lower.
What day of the week has the most flights from MSY to RIC?
Thursday has the most flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC). Consider leaving on this day and you’ll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your itinerary.
What is the earliest flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC)?
Take the earliest flight at around 8:15AM UTC-6, departing from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY). You’ll be flying for around 2h 21m, arriving at Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) at approximately 11:36AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC)?
The average flight duration from MSY to RIC is 2 hours and 21 minutes, covering a total distance of 910 mi.
What airline has the least delays from MSY to RIC?
Breeze Airways has the strongest track record for on-time direct flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC), with an on-time score of 94%. Use the Expedia App to look up your flight schedule before you leave and receive notifications about any changes.
What is the best time to fly from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC)?
To land at Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) without delays, book a flight that leaves from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**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 Richmond from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
If you’re on a direct flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Richmond, Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) last-minute?
Holding off until right before your break to book a flight from MSY to RIC often results in higher prices. While you may come across some last-minute deals, they’re not always guaranteed. Be flexible with your travel plans for the best chance of getting a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a MSY to RIC flight and hotel package?
You’ll typically save money by booking a MSY to RIC flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it’s easy to manage it all in one convenient place. After choosing your ideal flights and accommodations, you can add extras such as car rentals, activities and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC)?
Typically, you’re able to reschedule or cancel your MSY to RIC flight. However, additional fees may apply, especially if you booked more than 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline’s fees and policies on flight changes, or if you need further information, head to our Customer Service portal.

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