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Columbus.$166 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 May, returning Mon, 2 Jun.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Mon, 26 May, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $166, select.
Columbus.$166 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Jul, returning Mon, 7 Jul.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Fri, 4 Jul, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 7 Jul, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $166, select.
Columbus.$166 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 May, returning Mon, 26 May.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Fri, 23 May, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 26 May, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $166, select.
Columbus.$166 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Jun, returning Mon, 30 Jun.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Mon, 23 Jun, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 30 Jun, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $166, select.
Columbus.$197 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Jun, returning Mon, 15 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Fri, 27 Jun, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $197, select.
Columbus.$217 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Jun, returning Tue, 1 Jul.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Fri, 27 Jun, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $217, select.
Columbus.$248 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Sep, returning Mon, 8 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Mon, 8 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 8 Sep, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $248, select.
Columbus.$248 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Jun, returning Mon, 4 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Fri, 27 Jun, arriving in Port Columbus.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 4 Aug, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $248, select.

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New Orleans to Columbus: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$166
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs, 9 mins
Most popular airlineSpirit Airlines
Average flights per week3

Finding cheap flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Columbus: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Columbus: Port Columbus and Columbus Rickenbacker.
The best price we found for a return flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Columbus is $166. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 9 minutes is the average flight time from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Columbus.
Spirit Airlines flies direct from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Columbus.
As of May 2025, there are 3 flights per week flying from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Columbus.
The cheapest month to fly from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Columbus is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport, the cheapest airport near Columbus is Port Columbus – which is 10.8 km away from the centre of Columbus. We've found flights into this airport from $166.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Columbus on Friday, 23 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 9 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Columbus but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Columbus is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 16°C. July is typically the warmest month in Columbus, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -7°C. The rainiest month is May.
Currently, Spirit Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Columbus.

Flying from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Columbus: what you need to know

  • Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 20 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Columbus.

  • Columbus is one hour ahead of New Orleans, where Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is located. Columbus observes the UTC-4 timezone.

  • For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your MSY to Columbus flight.

  • If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.

  • You can book a direct Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Columbus ticket. Start your journey at MSY and arrive at John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH).

  • Book your ticket with Spirit Airlines. This leading carrier operates direct flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Columbus.

  • Located around 19 kilometres from central New Orleans, MSY can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.

  • Searching for a hotel close to MSY? If you're catching an early flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Columbus, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:

  • 81.19% of flights leaving Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. Given its strong on-time stats, delays are unlikely when jetting out of MSY.

  • You'll find MSY at 900 Airline Highway.

How to find the cheapest flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Columbus

  • $83 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Columbus flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is $166. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.

  • Get cheap flights from MSY to Columbus by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Columbus tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • You don't need to check back constantly to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's an extra saving on cheap flights from MSY to Columbus.

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Airports in Columbus

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)

  • The distance from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to central Columbus is roughly 13 kilometres. It'll take you about 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Consider booking a hotel near CMH if you're coming in on a late flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Columbus. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Travel at your own speed with a John Glenn Columbus International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Budget or Avis and discover more of Columbus and beyond.

  • To get the best possible deal, book your ride from John Glenn Columbus International Airport a few weeks before your flight from MSY to Columbus. Rates generally rise as your departure date approaches.

  • You'll find CMH at 4600 International Gateway.

Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)

  • Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK) is around 26 kilometres from central Columbus. After your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Columbus, it'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 20 minutes or so.

  • Unpack your bags not long after your MSY to Columbus flight at Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East. This comfy accommodation option is a short drive from LCK.

Best time to go to Columbus

  • Travel to Columbus during the high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Columbus in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.

  • Lock in a Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Columbus flight ticket with a departure in July to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MSY to Columbus in January when temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).

More about Columbus

  • After booking your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Columbus, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Columbus:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Ohio Statehouse, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens and German Village are leading attractions which should be on any good Columbus itinerary.

Explore more of United States

  • Chicago is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Columbus. Around 451 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.

  • Around 274 kilometres west of Columbus, Indianapolis is another essential stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.

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