New Orleans from Fort Lauderdale, Nov 13–16: $1,184 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- $77 per person below the typical fare on this route
- HI New Orleans Hostel, rated 9 by 2,639 guests
- Typical highs 67–70°F, lows near 56°F this time of year
The catch: Not nonstop: 2 stops on the way, 18h 24m in all.
Worth it if you want to walk, eat and see things; skip it if you want to switch off.
A round trip from Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans costs $225 per person ($450 for two) for Nov 13–16, 2026. That's 3 nights on JetBlue (B6), and this fare has 2 stops, so it isn't nonstop. Typical highs run 67–70°F, and the best-value hotel, HI New Orleans Hostel, is $734 for the stay.
The total, before you go
$1,184 for two · 3 nights · flights, hotel, taxes & fees
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $450 |
| HI New Orleans Hostel, 3 nights, two guests, taxes in | $734 |
| The total, before you go | $1,184 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $180 |
$77 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); a resort fee, if the hotel has one, is collected at the desk. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
$225 per person, round trip
$450 for two, taxes and fees included · JetBlue · 2 stops · 18h 24m
Out Fri, Nov 13, 9:59 PM – Fri, Nov 13, 11:05 PM · back Mon, Nov 16, 8:57 PM – Tue, Nov 17, 2:15 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| JetBlue | $225 | 2 stops | 18h 24m |
| JetBlue | $247 | nonstop | 2h 6m |
| JetBlue | $251 | 1 stop | 7h 19m |
Prices checked Oct 14, 2026, 8:45 AM EDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
At $225 per person round trip, this fare is $77 below the typical fare on this route. Our earlier checks put that typical fare at $302 per person, so you're paying 25% less, which is why it carries the "25% below typical" badge. We checked 12 offers, and fares ranged from $225 to $364 per person, so this one sits at the low end. In mid-November, New Orleans usually sees highs of 67–70°F and lows near 56°F. That's good walking weather for the French Quarter and the Garden District. Heads-up: hurricane season runs through November. For two people, flights come to $450. Add $734 for the HI New Orleans Hostel and $780 for daily spending, and the whole long weekend is $1,964 for two. Prices are all-in as we found them and can change.
The kind of trip this is
This is a city getaway built around food, music and history. Expect beignets in the morning, a streetcar ride and a museum in the afternoon, then jazz clubs at night. It suits couples and small groups of friends who like to eat well and stay out a little late. The pace is easy. The city is compact enough that you can walk a lot of it, and three nights cover the main sights without rushing.
Weather in New Orleans, Nov 13–16
Typical highs 67–70°F, lows near 56°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Nov 13 | 67 °F | 57 °F | Rain |
| Sat, Nov 14 | 67 °F | 55 °F | Clear |
| Sun, Nov 15 | 70 °F | 55 °F | Clear |
| Mon, Nov 16 | 70 °F | 57 °F | Overcast |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in New Orleans
We picked three places for the 3 nights, and none of them offers free cancellation. HI New Orleans Hostel is the best value. It's $734 for the stay ($245 a night) for a Private Queen Ensuite, with a review score of 9 from 2,639 reviews, and it's in Downtown New Orleans. Drury Plaza Hotel New Orleans is top rated, with 9.3 from 1,556 reviews. It's also Downtown and costs $869 ($290 a night) with breakfast included. Hotel St. Pierre French Quarter is our budget pick inside the Quarter at $809 ($270 a night), scored 7.7 from 788 reviews. The French Quarter is the historic heart of the city, with balconies, jazz clubs and Bourbon Street. For the Frenchmen Street music clubs at night, Marigny / Bywater is a short trip away.
HI New Orleans Hostel
$734 for 3 nights, two guests · $245 a night
See roomsDrury Plaza Hotel New Orleans
$869 for 3 nights, two guests · $290 a night
See roomsHotel St. Pierre French Quarter
$809 for 3 nights, two guests · $270 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
- Hear live jazz on Frenchmen Street or at Preservation Hall
- Eat beignets at Café du Monde, then gumbo in the Quarter
- Ride the St. Charles streetcar past the Garden District mansions and oak-lined streets
- 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 Fort Lauderdale | Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (FLL) |
|---|---|
| Airports in New Orleans | Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY) |
| Flight time | 18h 24m (2 stops) |
| Distance | 661 miles each way |
| Time difference | -1 hour |
What 3 nights in New Orleans costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $450 |
| Hotel, 3 nights (HI New Orleans Hostel) | $734 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 3 days for two | $780 |
| Total for two | $1,964 |
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: Fort Lauderdale to New Orleans
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $225 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $224 (Oct 14, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $302 |
| Price checks | 11 |
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
- You don't need a passport, and you'll pay in US dollars.
- New Orleans is 1 hour behind Fort Lauderdale. The trip is 661 miles, from FLL to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY).
- The $225 fare has 2 stops. We also saw a nonstop JetBlue fare at $247 per person, taking 2h 6m.
- The return leaves Monday, Nov 16 at 8:57 PM and lands Tuesday, Nov 17 at 2:15 PM.
- None of the three hotels offers free cancellation, and November is still hurricane season.
Questions readers ask
How much is the flight?
When we checked, it was $225 per person round trip, or $450 for two, all-in. That's $77 below the typical fare of $302 on this route. Fares can change.
Is there a nonstop option?
The $225 fare has 2 stops. We also found a nonstop JetBlue fare at $247 per person. It leaves Friday, Nov 13 at 9:59 PM and takes 2h 6m.
Do I need a passport?
No. It's a domestic trip, and you'll pay in US dollars. New Orleans is 1 hour behind Fort Lauderdale.
What is the weather like?
Typical highs are 67–70°F and lows are near 56°F. These are averages for this time of year: Nov 13 usually leans rainy, and Nov 14–15 lean clear. November is still hurricane season.
Is 3 nights enough?
It covers the main things: jazz on Frenchmen Street, beignets at Café du Monde, the St. Charles streetcar and the National WWII Museum. Add a swamp tour if you have a free morning.
What does the whole trip cost for two?
About $1,964 for two: $450 in flights, $734 for the HI New Orleans Hostel and $780 in spending, which works out to $130 per person a day.
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