$130 Cheap flight deals from Columbia (CAE) to New Orleans (MSY)

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Airfares from $130 One Way, $249 Round Trip from Columbia to New Orleans

Prices starting at $249 for return flights and $130 for one-way flights to New Orleans were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sat, Aug 23 - Fri, Aug 29
CAE
Columbia
MSY
New Orleans
$249 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$249
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Aug 23 from Columbia to New Orleans, returning Fri, Aug 29, priced at $249 found 12 hours ago
Sat, Aug 23 - Fri, Aug 29
CAE
Columbia
MSY
New Orleans
$249 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$249
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 23 from Columbia to New Orleans, returning Fri, Aug 29, priced at $249 found 12 hours ago
Tue, Jul 15 - Sat, Jul 19
CAE
Columbia
MSY
New Orleans
$250 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$250
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Jul 15 from Columbia to New Orleans, returning Sat, Jul 19, priced at $250 found 3 days ago
Thu, Jul 17 - Mon, Jul 21
CAE
Columbia
MSY
New Orleans
$269 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$269
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jul 17 from Columbia to New Orleans, returning Mon, Jul 21, priced at $269 found 1 day ago
Fri, Jun 6 - Tue, Jun 10
CAE
Columbia
MSY
New Orleans
$271 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$271
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jun 6 from Columbia to New Orleans, returning Tue, Jun 10, priced at $271 found 1 day ago

More About Flying To New Orleans from Columbia

Route Information for Flights from Columbia to New Orleans

Origin Airport IATA Code
CAE
Destination Airport IATA Code
MSY
Distance
Direct Flight Airlines
Earliest Flight Arrival
Latest Flight Arrival

Find Cheap Flights from Columbia to New Orleans

Columbia Metropolitan Airport

Locating cheap flights from Columbia may seem like a challenge, but Orbitz.com helps travelers search a variety of domestic and international flights from the city at one time to locate discount airfares. The Columbia Metropolitan Airport is located seven and a half miles from downtown Columbia at 3250 Airport Boulevard, West Columbia, South Carolina, and it is serviced by four major airlines:, American Eagle, Delta, United Airlines and US Airways.

Parking at the Airport

The Columbia Metropolitan Airport offers a multilevel garage, with a maximum daily fee of $12, and a surface lot, with a maximum daily fee of $8. Shorter-term parking fees are assessed in 20-minute increments. Travelers also have the option of paying a weekly rate of $66 for parking. Shuttle services provide transportation to and from the parking areas.

Transportation to the Airport

Orbitz.com helps travelers book car rentals to travel to the airport. To avoid parking fees, travelers can drop the cars off at designated locations before boarding their flights. Nearby hotels offer free shuttle services to and from the airport. Limo and sedan rentals are available by the hour as well. Taxi services provide metered transportation, and the city bus is available at a flat rate.

Restaurants at the Columbia Metropolitan Airport

Travelers who arrive at the airport early may decide to grab a bite to eat before boarding the plane. The Columbia Metropolitan Airport offers a variety of restaurant options for breakfast, including Gleaton's Restaurant, which offers a selection of breakfast items and coffee, and Creative Croissants, which serves gourmet coffee, croissants and pastries. To see all the airport has to offer, begin by booking cheap flights from Columbia through Orbitz.com.

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport

Use Orbitz.com to help you find cheap flights to New Orleans. Louis Armstrong International Airport is the major airport that serves the city. It is located 10 miles west of downtown New Orleans in the city of Kenner, Louisiana. The airport services over 8.5 million passengers each year. Louis Armstrong International Airport is a hub for American Airlines, JetBlue, Delta, and Southwest Airlines. To get low fares, use Orbitz.com when booking a flight to New Orleans.

Transportation at Louis Armstrong International Airport

Louis Armstrong International Airport has several transportation and parking options for visitors. The airport offers over 3,000 parking spaces for both short-term and long-term parking. Rates for short-term parking start at $2 an hour, and long-term parking prices are as low as $13 a day. Ground transportation includes airport shuttles, Amtrak, taxis, and public transportation. Taxi cabs from the airport to the city's center usually charge a flat rate of $33 per person.

Weather in New Orleans

New Orleans generally has a subtropical climate. Winters are usually very cool, with temperatures averaging 50 degrees. Pack light sweaters and coats. Spring and fall tend to be pleasant, with temperatures averaging 79 degrees. Summers can get very hot and humid, with temperatures reaching as high as 95 degrees. Be alert when travelling to New Orleans during hurricane season, which lasts from August to November.

Popular Attractions in New Orleans

New Orleans is home to a plethora of tourist attractions. Visitors to the city can tour the historic French Quarter and Garden District, which both offer sightseeing tours, as well as fantastic shopping. Audubon Park is another popular attraction. Its lush greenery stretches across Uptown New Orleans, right across the street from Tulane and Loyola Universities. If you are visiting during Mardi Gras season, which starts in February, you can watch a variety of parades traveling from Uptown New Orleans to the French Quarter. You can book cheap flights to New Orleans with the help of Orbitz.com.

Frequently asked questions

What is the shortest flight from Columbia to New Orleans?
It can zip by in as little as 2 hours and 24 minutes. If you strongly believe your vacation hours should be spent ‘vacationing’ instead of flying, you’ll enjoy the journey from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport.
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.

Fare, taxes & fees: Fares include all taxes and fees, except baggage fees. Rates shown reflect fares found by other Orbitz users over the past 7 days. Due to rapidly changing airline prices & seat availability, these fares may no longer be available.

Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.