Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Buffalo to New Orleans?

Flights via Charlotte (CLT) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 30m.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Buffalo to New Orleans?

Baltimore (BWI) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 64% of one-stop itineraries from Buffalo to New Orleans on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Buffalo to New Orleans?

New York (JFK) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of C$ 359.

What’s the fastest layover option from Buffalo to New Orleans?

Flights via Charlotte (CLT) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 4h 22m.

How long is the flight from Buffalo to New Orleans?

Delta and United Airlines can get you from Buffalo to New Orleans in just under 5h 02m. Your travel time can differ by up to 57m. The distance from Buffalo to New Orleans is about 1765 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Buffalo to New Orleans round-trip?

Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to New Orleans, with prices starting at C$ 285. Another option worth looking into is Southwest, starting at C$ 390 round trip. American Airlines is priced at 40% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Orleans ranges from 83.0 - 163.0 mm per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 163.0 mm. October is typically the driest time to visit New Orleans when rainfall is around 83.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Orleans, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from BUF to MSY?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Buffalo to New Orleans as you normally would.

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Tue 14/412:09 p.m.

BUF

MSY

1 stop5h 06m

Delta

Fri 17/47:51 a.m.

MSY

BUF

1 stop6h 48m

Delta

Deal found 23/2C$ 324

Wed 18/35:29 p.m.

BUF

MSY

1 stop6h 02m

United Airlines

Tue 24/32:13 p.m.

MSY

BUF

2 stops8h 43m

United Airlines

Deal found 21/2C$ 331

Sun 8/31:00 p.m.

BUF

MSY

1 stop22h 51m

Multiple Airlines

Fri 13/37:10 p.m.

MSY

BUF

2 stops39h 40m

Multiple Airlines

Deal found 23/2C$ 332

Fri 1/55:50 p.m.

BUF

MSY

1 stop5h 52m

United Airlines

Sun 10/58:00 a.m.

MSY

BUF

1 stop5h 10m

United Airlines

Deal found 23/2C$ 368

Tue 26/55:52 p.m.

BUF

MSY

1 stop5h 49m

United Airlines

Sat 30/511:57 a.m.

MSY

BUF

2 stops8h 06m

United Airlines

Deal found 22/2C$ 378

Sat 4/46:08 p.m.

BUF

MSY

1 stop6h 32m

Delta

Wed 8/44:45 p.m.

MSY

BUF

1 stop5h 10m

Delta

Deal found 22/2C$ 380

Thu 4/67:00 a.m.

BUF

MSY

1 stop6h 55m

United Airlines

Mon 8/62:01 p.m.

MSY

BUF

1 stop6h 02m

United Airlines

Deal found 22/2C$ 387

Mon 16/311:59 a.m.

BUF

MSY

2 stops23h 28m

Multiple Airlines

Thu 19/310:55 a.m.

MSY

BUF

1 stop24h 10m

Multiple Airlines

Deal found 22/2C$ 391

Mon 8/66:00 a.m.

BUF

MSY

1 stop5h 24m

United Airlines

Fri 12/69:53 a.m.

MSY

BUF

2 stops10h 10m

United Airlines

Deal found 24/2C$ 405

Sun 8/37:38 p.m.

BUF

MSY

1 stop5h 02m

Delta

Fri 13/37:49 a.m.

MSY

BUF

1 stop7h 02m

Delta

Deal found 23/2C$ 414

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Round-trip from	C$ 324
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Average price	C$ 532

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Buffalo to New Orleans

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BuffaloNew Orleans

BUF - MSY

BUFMSY

Buffalo

Mon 16/3

7:38 p.m.-11:40 p.m.

1 stop5h 02m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 19/3

9:48 a.m.-3:51 p.m.

1 stop5h 03m

C$ 324

BuffaloNew Orleans

BUF - MSY

BUFMSY

Buffalo

Mon 8/6

7:40 p.m.-11:23 p.m.

1 stop4h 43m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 12/6

5:05 p.m.-11:03 p.m.

1 stop4h 58m

C$ 380

BuffaloNew Orleans

BUF - MSY

BUFMSY

Buffalo

Sun 8/3

7:38 p.m.-11:40 p.m.

1 stop5h 02m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 13/3

7:49 a.m.-3:51 p.m.

1 stop7h 02m

C$ 414

BuffaloNew Orleans

BUF - MSY

BUFMSY

Buffalo

Mon 8/6

6:00 a.m.-10:24 a.m.

1 stop5h 24m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 12/6

12:07 p.m.-11:59 p.m.

2 stops10h 52m

C$ 440

BuffaloNew Orleans

BUF - MSY

BUFMSY

Buffalo

Tue 10/3

2:49 p.m.-7:48 p.m.

1 stop5h 59m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 14/3

2:25 p.m.-8:46 p.m.

1 stop5h 21m

C$ 524

BuffaloNew Orleans

BUF - MSY

BUFMSY

Buffalo

Thu 19/3

7:35 p.m.-12:05 a.m.

1 stop5h 30m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 23/3

4:05 p.m.-12:10 a.m.

2 stops7h 05m

C$ 540

BuffaloNew Orleans

BUF - MSY

BUFMSY

Buffalo

Wed 18/3

5:29 p.m.-10:31 p.m.

1 stop6h 02m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 20/3

5:00 a.m.-4:42 p.m.

2 stops10h 42m

C$ 570

BuffaloNew Orleans

BUF - MSY

BUFMSY

Buffalo

Thu 13/8

9:40 a.m.-5:40 p.m.

2 stops9h 00m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 16/8

6:50 a.m.-12:25 p.m.

1 stop4h 35m

C$ 585

BuffaloNew Orleans

BUF - MSY

BUFMSY

Buffalo

Mon 16/3

2:49 p.m.-11:59 p.m.

2 stops10h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 19/3

5:00 a.m.-2:14 p.m.

2 stops8h 14m

C$ 595

BuffaloNew Orleans

BUF - MSY

BUFMSY

Buffalo

Wed 13/5

7:40 p.m.-11:54 p.m.

1 stop5h 14m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 19/5

5:13 p.m.-11:59 p.m.

1 stop5h 46m

C$ 611

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Buffalo to New Orleans?

The price you pay for your flight from Buffalo to New Orleans may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 7 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Buffalo to New Orleans?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to New Orleans (average of C$ 156). Flying from Buffalo to New Orleans in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 350). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Buffalo to New Orleans, such as Southwest and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,300 reviews

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,300 reviews

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Very good

4,300 reviews

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

American Airlines

7.2

Good

11,344 reviews

Southwest

8.0

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4,300 reviews

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

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How long is the flight from Buffalo to New Orleans?
Delta and United Airlines can get you from Buffalo to New Orleans in just under 5h 02m. Your travel time can differ by up to 57m. The distance from Buffalo to New Orleans is about 1765 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Buffalo to New Orleans round-trip?
Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to New Orleans, with prices starting at C$ 285. Another option worth looking into is Southwest, starting at C$ 390 round trip. American Airlines is priced at 40% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
Can I find deals for flights from Buffalo to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Buffalo to New Orleans flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Buffalo to New Orleans?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Buffalo to New Orleans.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Buffalo to New Orleans?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Buffalo to New Orleans by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Buffalo to New Orleans?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to New Orleans (average of C$ 156). Flying from Buffalo to New Orleans in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 350). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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