What is the cheapest airline that flies from Kansas City to New Orleans Louis Armstrong?

Frontier is the most popular carrier operating from Kansas City to New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Kansas City to New Orleans?

Flights connecting via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 4h 34m.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Kansas City to New Orleans?

Flights via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $207.

How many flights depart from Kansas City to New Orleans on average per day?

As of November 2025, there are 1 flights per day flying from Kansas City to New Orleans. The most common time of day flights depart is 9:00AM, with 87% of flights taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from Kansas City to New Orleans on average per week?

The number of flights available between Kansas City and New Orleans is 7 per week as of November 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 43% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Kansas City and New Orleans?

Houston (IAH) was the most common stop: 25% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What airlines fly to New Orleans?

Southwest, American Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to New Orleans from Kansas City according to our data. Southwest is the first choice among our users, with 48% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to New Orleans. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to New Orleans on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Kansas City to New Orleans?

Atlanta (ATL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 0h 55m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Kansas City Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport?

Prices for flights from Kansas City Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Kansas City Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Kansas City Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport is 5 as of November 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Kansas City Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Kansas City Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New Orleans?

The cheapest month to fly to New Orleans from Kansas City is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $310, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit New Orleans during the month of October, then departing from Kansas City during the month August is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $335.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New Orleans?

The cheapest day to depart from Kansas City to New Orleans is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $323. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Kansas City to New Orleans for around $450.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to New Orleans?

The cheapest time of day to fly to New Orleans is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $256. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to New Orleans, so prices are often more expensive at around $504 per ticket.

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How far in advance should I book a flight to New Orleans?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New Orleans from Kansas City when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New Orleans for around $374 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New Orleans from Kansas City for as low as $324 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Kansas City to New Orleans Louis Armstrong flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Kansas City to New Orleans Louis Armstrong flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Kansas City to New Orleans flights?

You could potentially save up to 12% on your flight if you consider stops on a Kansas City to New Orleans flight.

How have Kansas City to New Orleans flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Kansas City to New Orleans flights are approximately 13% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to New Orleans from Kansas City in the past 72 hours is $501. The best round-trip flight deal from Kansas City to New Orleans found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $302.

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How far is Kansas City to New Orleans Louis Armstrong by plane?
New Orleans Louis Armstrong is 679.5 mi away from Kansas City. Typically, this will take 5h 15m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Kansas City Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport?
Prices for flights from Kansas City Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Kansas City Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Kansas City Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport is 5 as of November 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Kansas City Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Kansas City Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
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Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Kansas City to New Orleans is Boeing 737-700 Passenger/BBJ1 (winglets) (39.51% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) (20.99%), Boeing 737 MAX 8 (18.52%), and Boeing 737-900 (4.94%).
What is the most popular airline from Kansas City to New Orleans?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Kansas City to New Orleans is Southwest, representing 62% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are American Airlines at 14%, United Airlines at 9%, and Delta at 8%.

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Southwest Flights From Kansas City to New Orleans
Southwest operates around 7 flights from Kansas City to New Orleans every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been $383, but momondo users have found Southwest deals from Kansas City to New Orleans from as low as $281 round-trip. Southwest has been scored 8.0/10 in 4,254 reviews.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New Orleans?

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The cheapest day to depart from Kansas City to New Orleans is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $323. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Kansas City to New Orleans for around $450.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to New Orleans?

The cheapest time of day to fly to New Orleans is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $256. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to New Orleans, so prices are often more expensive at around $504 per ticket.

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There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Kansas City to New Orleans Louis Armstrong flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Kansas City to New Orleans flights?

You could potentially save up to 12% on your flight if you consider stops on a Kansas City to New Orleans flight.

How have Kansas City to New Orleans flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Kansas City to New Orleans flights are approximately 13% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Kansas City to New Orleans Louis Armstrong?

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Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Kansas City and New Orleans?

Houston (IAH) was the most common stop: 25% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Kansas City to New Orleans?

Flights via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $207.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Kansas City to New Orleans?

Flights connecting via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 4h 34m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Kansas City to New Orleans?

Atlanta (ATL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 0h 55m.

How many flights depart from Kansas City to New Orleans on average per day?

As of November 2025, there are 1 flights per day flying from Kansas City to New Orleans. The most common time of day flights depart is 9:00AM, with 87% of flights taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from Kansas City to New Orleans on average per week?

The number of flights available between Kansas City and New Orleans is 7 per week as of November 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 43% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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