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Flight deals from Tampa International to New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Tampa International to New Orleans Louis Armstrong? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
New Orleans.$137 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 May, returning Sun, 1 Jun.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Tampa International on Sat, 31 May, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Sun, 1 Jun, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $137, select.
New Orleans.$145 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Jun, returning Fri, 6 Jun.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Tampa International on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Fri, 6 Jun, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $145, select.
New Orleans.$180 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 May, returning Sat, 31 May.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Wed, 28 May, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $180, select.
New Orleans.$193 per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 Aug, returning Fri, 22 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Tampa International on Sat, 16 Aug, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Fri, 22 Aug, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $193, select.
New Orleans.$231 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Oct, returning Wed, 29 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Tampa International on Thu, 23 Oct, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Wed, 29 Oct, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $231, select.
New Orleans.$231 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Oct, returning Mon, 3 Nov.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Tampa International on Wed, 29 Oct, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $231, select.
New Orleans.$232 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Nov, returning Mon, 10 Nov.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Tampa International on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $232, select.
New Orleans.$232 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Jul, returning Mon, 14 Jul.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Tampa International on Mon, 7 Jul, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Mon, 14 Jul, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $232, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Tampa International to New Orleans Louis Armstrong

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Tampa International to New Orleans Louis Armstrong flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from $180
Jun
from $145
Jul
from $232
Aug
from $193
Sep
from $233
Oct
from $231
Nov
from $232
Dec
from $500
Jan
from $484
Feb
from $533
Mar
from $752
Apr
from $485

Direct flights from Tampa International to New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tampa International to New Orleans Louis Armstrong: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Tampa International to New Orleans below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

Tampa to New Orleans: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$137
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time1 hr, 42 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week20

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Tampa International to New Orleans Louis Armstrong is $137. 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.
1 hour and 42 minutes is the average flight time from Tampa International to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Breeze Airways fly direct from Tampa International to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
As of May 2025, there are 20 flights per week flying from Tampa International to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
The cheapest month to fly from Tampa International to New Orleans Louis Armstrong is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Tampa International Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport on Saturday, 31 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 42 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 New Orleans Louis Armstrong 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 New Orleans is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Spirit Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

Travelling from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Tampa International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • The timezone in New Orleans is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Tampa.

  • Every week, there are 28 Tampa International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport flights. If you want to jet off as soon as possible, take the 06:00 Southwest Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 22:40 with Southwest Airlines.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your TPA to MSY flight.

  • Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Spirit Airlines is your gateway to discovering New Orleans (and maybe even some other great corners of United States!). Browse the direct flights from Tampa International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport offered by this carrier.

  • Spirit Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.

  • Spirit Airlines stands out as the most punctual carrier for TPA to MSY flights, with 88.24% of its services arriving as scheduled.

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

  • $69 is the best price for a one-way Tampa International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $137. These fares can change based on demand and availability.

  • Book six months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from TPA to MSY.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Tampa International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.

  • There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from TPA to MSY.

  • Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Tampa International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Tampa International Airport (TPA)

  • The address for TPA is 5507 West Spruce Street.

  • 78.59% of flights departing from Tampa International Airport arrive at their destination on time.

  • To reach Tampa International Airport from central Tampa, it takes about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The journey when using public transport typically takes 55 minutes.

  • Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near TPA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Tampa International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)

Getting from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to central New Orleans

  • You'll find MSY at 900 Airline Highway.

  • Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is roughly 24 kilometres from central New Orleans. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.

  • It takes roughly 50 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Tampa International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is May, while October is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to New Orleans based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Lock in your flight from Tampa International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport for August if you want to explore New Orleans during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from TPA to MSY in January. Average temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.

Explore more of United States

  • New Orleans is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 121 kilometres north-west of New Orleans, a visit to Baton Rouge will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Louisiana State Capitol, Louisiana's Old State Capitol and Shaw Centre for the Arts.

  • If you want to check out another corner of United States, head for Montgomery, roughly 451 kilometres north-east of New Orleans. Civil Rights Memorial, Rosa Parks Museum and Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church are among its highlights.

Plan the rest of your trip from Tampa to New Orleans

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