New Orleans from Buffalo, Oct 30–Nov 1: $1,471 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- $198 per person below the typical fare on this route
- Lowest in 30 days on this route
- Le Meridien New Orleans, rated 8.4 by 2,495 guests
The catch: Not nonstop: a stop on the way, 6h 6m in all.
Worth it if you want to walk, eat and see things; skip it if you want to switch off.
Round-trip flights on JetBlue from Buffalo to New Orleans cost $395 per person for Oct 30–Nov 1, 2026 when we checked, $198 below the typical fare on this route. Three places to stay start at $165 a night for the 2-night stay. The total, before you go: $1,380 for two, flights and Le Meridien New Orleans with taxes and fees. Prices move; every link below shows the live price.
The total, before you go
$1,471 for two · 2 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $790 |
| Le Meridien New Orleans, 2 nights, two guests, taxes in | $590 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | $91 |
| The total, before you go | $1,471 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $180 |
$198 per person below the typical fare on this route.
Not in it: seat picks on basic fares and a checked bag (about $45 each way per bag on JetBlue, $180 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
$395 per person, round trip
$790 for two, taxes and fees included · JetBlue · 1 stop · 6h 6m
Out Fri, Oct 30, 12:08 PM – Fri, Oct 30, 5:14 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| JetBlue | $395 | 1 stop | 6h 6m |
| Southwest | $395 | 1 stop | 5h 15m |
| American | $395 | 1 stop | 5h 6m |
Prices checked Oct 15, 2026, 10:38 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: $395 round trip, 42% under the typical price.
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 30–Nov 1
Typical highs 70–72°F, lows near 59°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 30 | 72 °F | 60 °F | Overcast |
| Sat, Oct 31 | 70 °F | 58 °F | Clear |
| Sun, Nov 1 | 70 °F | 58 °F | Overcast |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in New Orleans
Le Meridien New Orleans
$590 for 2 nights, two guests · $295 a night
See roomsDrury Plaza Hotel New Orleans
$836 for 2 nights, two guests · $418 a night
See roomsSuper 8 by Wyndham New Orleans
$329 for 2 nights, two guests · $165 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 Buffalo | Buffalo Niagara International (BUF) |
|---|---|
| Airports in New Orleans | Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY) |
| Flight time | 6h 6m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 1,087 miles each way |
| Time difference | -1 hour |
What 2 nights in New Orleans costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $790 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (Le Meridien New Orleans) | $590 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | $520 |
| Total for two | $1,900 |
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: Buffalo to New Orleans
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $395 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $395 (Oct 16, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $593 |
| Price checks | 13 |
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 Buffalo cost?
About $1,900 for two: $790 in flights, $590 for the hotel and $520 for food, getting around and tickets.
What is the weather like in New Orleans Oct 30–Nov 1?
Typical highs 70–72°F, lows near 59°F this time of year
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 Buffalo to New Orleans?
6h 6m with 1 stop on JetBlue, on the fare we found.
Is $395 a good price for Buffalo to New Orleans?
It is 33% below the typical $593 per person we see on this route, which is why it made the list.
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