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Airfares from $72 One Way, $143 Round Trip from Nashville to New Orleans

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Route Information for Flights from Nashville to New Orleans

Origin Airport IATA Code
BNA
Destination Airport IATA Code
MSY
Distance
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Travel from Nashville to New Orleans

Orbitz.com can help travelers locate cheap flights from Nashville to New Orleans. Nashville is most commonly known for being the center of the music industry. The busy atmosphere of the city is not entirely different from that of New Orleans, which is well-known for being the birthplace of jazz.

Nashville, Tennessee

The Nashville International Airport is located approximately three miles from downtown Nashville on Terminal Drive. It is a joint civil and military airport, which was originally called Berry Field. There are several options for parking at the airport. Short-term parking is available near the main terminal, and economy parking and long-term parking can be reached by shuttle. An overflow lot is available for peak travel times, and valet services are available for an extra charge. Aside from private vehicles, travelers can arrive at the airport by car rental. Other options include taxis, limos, buses, and shuttle services.

Flying to New Orleans

Travelers arriving in New Orleans by the Nashville international Airport will arrive at the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. It is located on Airline Drive approximately eleven miles from downtown. There are many options for getting around New Orleans. Taxis cost around $33 from the airport to downtown, shuttle services can take you to and from your hotel, cars and limos are available to rent, and the Airport-Downtown Express bus system offers rides around the city for around $2 a trip. The peak time to visit New Orleans is from February to May. This includes Mardi Gras and the New Orleans Jazz Festival. Average daytime high temperatures during this time are from the low 50s to the mid-60s. The off-season is from June to September when temperatures can get extremely hot, which makes sightseeing uncomfortable. Visitors to the city will enjoy a wide variety of things to do, including touring the National WWII Museum, taking a stroll through City Park, or going shopping along Frenchman Street in the heart of the city.

Planning your Trip

Both New Orleans and Nashville are cities that are ideal for individuals who love music. From one bustling city to the next, Orbitz.com can help travelers locate cheap flights from Nashville to New Orleans, and it can help locate the best deals on travel packages and accommodations.

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from Nashville to New Orleans?
There sure is. You can fly direct from Nashville to New Orleans with Southwest Airlines. It’s the only airline with nonstop services from Nashville, TN (BNA-Nashville Intl.) to New Orleans, LA (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.).
What is the shortest flight from Nashville to New Orleans?
It can take just 2 hours and 30 minutes to jet from BNA to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport. Relax and enjoy the trip, because you’ll be walking through arrivals in next to no time.
What airlines fly from Nashville to New Orleans most frequently?
Southwest Airlines operates the most services from Nashville to New Orleans, with 65 flights every month.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won’t keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

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