New Orleans from Atlanta, Oct 23–25: $1,076 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, because
- Nonstop on Frontier, 1h 40m
- Hilton Garden Inn New Orleans Convention Center, rated 8.3 by 1,365 guests
- Free cancellation at Hilton Garden Inn New Orleans Convention Center
The catch: Heads-up for these dates: Hurricane season.
Worth it if you want to walk, eat and see things; skip it if you want to switch off.
Nonstop flights on Frontier from Atlanta to New Orleans cost $207 per person for Oct 23–25, 2026 when we checked. Three places to stay start at $288 a night for the 2-night stay. The total, before you go: $989 for two, flights and Hilton Garden Inn New Orleans Convention Center with taxes and fees. Prices move; every link below shows the live price.
The total, before you go
$1,076 for two · 2 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $414 |
| Hilton Garden Inn New Orleans Convention Center, 2 nights, two guests, taxes in | $575 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | $87 |
| The total, before you go | $1,076 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $240 |
Not in it: seat picks on basic fares and a checked bag (about $60 each way per bag on Frontier, $240 for two round trip); the resort fee is counted above. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
$207 per person, round trip
$414 for two, taxes and fees included · Frontier · nonstop · 1h 40m
Out Fri, Oct 23, 3:30 PM – Fri, Oct 23, 4:10 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier | $207 | nonstop | 1h 40m |
| Frontier | $300 | 1 stop | 10h 57m |
| Frontier | $276 | 1 stop | 5h 29m |
Prices checked Oct 15, 2026, 9:33 PM EDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why New Orleans
Why we picked it: New Orleans is the best value we priced for the weekend: $207 round trip, nonstop.
New Orleans runs on jazz, Creole and Cajun cooking, centuries-old architecture and a festival calendar that peaks at Mardi Gras.
Weather in New Orleans, Oct 23–25
Highs 79–82°F, little rain expected
| Day | High | Low | Rain chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 23 | 79 °F | 65 °F | 4% |
| Sat, Oct 24 | 81 °F | 66 °F | 4% |
| Sun, Oct 25 | 82 °F | 68 °F | 6% |
Where to stay in New Orleans
Hilton Garden Inn New Orleans Convention Center
$575 for 2 nights, two guests · $288 a night
See roomsHyatt House New Orleans Downtown
$674 for 2 nights, two guests · $337 a night
See roomsHyatt Place New Orleans Convention Center
$651 for 2 nights, two guests · $326 a night
See roomsAll hotels in New Orleans for these dates
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Where in New Orleans
- French Quarter: Historic heart with balconies, jazz clubs and Bourbon Street.
- Central Business District / Warehouse District: Modern hotels, museums and restaurants a short walk from the Quarter.
- Garden District: Grand mansions and oak-lined streets along the streetcar line.
- Marigny / Bywater: Frenchmen Street music clubs and colourful shotgun houses.
What to do in New Orleans
Signature experiences
- Hear live jazz on Frenchmen Street or at Preservation Hall
- Eat beignets at Café du Monde and gumbo in the Quarter
- Ride the St. Charles streetcar through the Garden District
- Tour the National WWII Museum
- Take a swamp tour to see alligators
- Visit the above-ground tombs of St. Louis Cemetery
Tours and tickets in New Orleans
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Atlanta | Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International (ATL) |
|---|---|
| Airports in New Orleans | Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY) |
| Flight time | 1h 40m nonstop |
| Distance | 424 miles each way |
| Time difference | -1 hour |
What 2 nights in New Orleans costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $414 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (Hilton Garden Inn New Orleans Convention Center) | $575 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | $520 |
| Total for two | $1,509 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for an upscale destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: Atlanta to New Orleans
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $207 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $165 (Oct 12, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $212 |
| Price checks | 12 |
Good to know
- Passport: no passport needed for travelers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for New Orleans.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
- Hurricane season
Questions readers ask
How much does 2 nights in New Orleans from Atlanta cost?
About $1,509 for two: $414 in flights, $575 for the hotel and $520 for food, getting around and tickets.
What is the weather like in New Orleans Oct 23–25?
Highs 79–82°F, little rain expected
Do I need a passport for New Orleans?
No. No passport needed for travelers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for New Orleans.
How long is the flight from Atlanta to New Orleans?
1h 40m nonstop on Frontier, on the fare we found.
Is $207 a good price for Atlanta to New Orleans?
It is 2% below the typical $212 per person we see on this route, which is why it made the list.
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