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

Houston (IAH) was the most common stop: 69% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Dallas (DFW) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 01m.

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

Flights via Dallas (DFW) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $365.

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

Flights connecting via Houston (HOU) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 4h 23m.

What airlines fly to Cancún?

Spirit Airlines, United Airlines and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cancún from New Orleans according to our data. Spirit Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 53% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Cancún. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Cancún on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Breeze Airways and Spirit Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Cancun

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

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

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

The number of operators available for flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Cancun Airport is 7 as of November 2025.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Cancun Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cancun Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Cancun Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $292 to $540. The lowest price recently found on this route was $251.

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New Orleans and Cancún?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cancún?

If you don’t want to visit Cancún in October, then you should wait until August to fly from New Orleans, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $299.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cancún?

The cheapest day to depart from New Orleans to Cancún is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as $263. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around $373. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Cancún.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Cancún is at noon. Flights from New Orleans to Cancún during this time can be as low as $273. Flights to Cancún are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of $471. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Cancun flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Cancún?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cancún from New Orleans when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cancún for around $381 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cancún from New Orleans for as low as $277 on momondo.

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

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

How have New Orleans to Cancún flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for New Orleans to Cancún flights are approximately 45% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to Cancún from New Orleans in the past 72 hours is $100. The best round-trip flight deal from New Orleans to Cancún found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $259.

The fastest flight from New Orleans to Cancún takes 2h 00m

Direct flights go from New Orleans to Cancún on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The only airline offering direct flights is Spirit Airlines.

There is 1 airport near Cancún: Cancun (CUN)

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How far is New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Cancun by plane?
A flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Cancun will travel around 639.9 mi. Typically, this will take 2h 00m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Cancun Airport?
Prices for flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Cancun Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Cancun Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Cancun Airport is 7 as of November 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Cancun Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Cancun Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cancun Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Cancun Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from New Orleans to Cancún?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from New Orleans to Cancún is Airbus A320-100/200, representing 62.50% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A321neo at 9.05%, Airbus A321 (sharklets) at 8.19%, and Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 at 3.88%.
What is the most popular airline from New Orleans to Cancún?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from New Orleans to Cancún is Spirit Airlines (60% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are United Airlines (15%), American Airlines (14%), and Southwest (5%).

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JetBlue	PriceFrom $140	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,902 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New Orleans and Cancún?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cancún?

If you don’t want to visit Cancún in October, then you should wait until August to fly from New Orleans, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $299.

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

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

How have New Orleans to Cancún flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for New Orleans to Cancún flights are approximately 45% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Breeze Airways and Spirit Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Cancun

What airlines fly to Cancún?

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

Houston (IAH) was the most common stop: 69% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Flights via Dallas (DFW) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $365.

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

Flights connecting via Houston (HOU) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 4h 23m.

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

Dallas (DFW) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 01m.

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