Orlando from New Orleans, Oct 23–25: round trip from $268
A nonstop Frontier round trip from New Orleans to Orlando is $268 per person, or $536 for two, for Oct 23–25, 2026, a 2-night weekend. The forecast shows highs of 84°F to 90°F with a small chance of rain. Our best-value hotel is $250 for the stay, which works out to $125 a night.
The flight
$328 $268 per person, round trip
the typical fare on this route
$536 for two, taxes and fees included · Frontier · nonstop · 1h 56m
Out Fri, Oct 23, 2:34 PM – Fri, Oct 23, 5:30 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier | $268 | nonstop | 1h 56m |
| Breeze | $278 | nonstop | 1h 48m |
| Frontier | $268 | nonstop | 1h 54m |
Prices checked Oct 12, 2026, 2:54 PM CDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Your trip for two
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $536 |
| Days Inn by Wyndham Orlando Conv. Center/International Dr, 2 nights | $250 |
| Trip total for two | $786 |
Regular: $906 You pay: $786 Saved: $120
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Why go now
At $268 per person round trip, this fare is $60 below the typical fare on this route. That's 18% under the $328 median of our earlier checks. For two people it's $536 on a nonstop Frontier flight that leaves New Orleans at 2:34 PM on Friday, Oct 23 and lands in Orlando at 5:30 PM. We saw 12 offers ranging from $268 to $458, and this fare is at the bottom of that range. Late October is when the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival and the Halloween events run. The forecast calls for highs between 84°F and 90°F, and the chance of rain each day is between 17% and 30%. Add the $250 Days Inn stay and a $520 spending budget, and the weekend comes to $1,306 for two. Prices are all-in as we found them and can change.
The kind of trip this is
This is a fast-paced theme-park weekend. You fly in Friday afternoon, spend all of Saturday in a park and squeeze in Sunday morning before you head home. It suits a couple or two friends who care more about rides, fireworks and festival food than downtime. With 2 nights, pick one park and do it properly instead of trying to cover both Disney and Universal.
Weather in Orlando, Oct 23–25
Highs 84–90°F, a small chance of rain
| Day | High | Low | Rain chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 23 | 84 °F | 69 °F | 24% |
| Sat, Oct 24 | 88 °F | 72 °F | 30% |
| Sun, Oct 25 | 90 °F | 72 °F | 17% |
Where to stay in Orlando
Days Inn by Wyndham Orlando Conv. Center/International Dr is the best value. It's $250 for both nights ($125 a night) for a room with two double beds, rated 7.8 from 2,073 reviews, room only. It's listed in the Universal Orlando area, the part of town that's walkable to Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure and Epic Universe. Holiday Inn Express Orlando - South Park by IHG is the top rated at 9.4 from 239 reviews. It's $411 for the stay ($206 a night) for a king room, with breakfast included. Westgate Town Center Resort, in Celebration, is the budget pick: $272 total ($136 a night) for a Deluxe Studio Villa, rated 8.5 from 1,757 reviews. All three had free cancellation when we checked. International Drive is the central strip for outlet malls, restaurants and attractions.
Days Inn by Wyndham Orlando Conv. Center/International Dr
$250 for 2 nights, two guests · $125 a night
See roomsHoliday Inn Express Orlando - South Park by IHG
$411 for 2 nights, two guests · $206 a night
See roomsWestgate Town Center Resort
$272 for 2 nights, two guests · $136 a night
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Where in Orlando
- Walt Disney World Resort: On-site hotels with early park entry and free transport.
- Lake Buena Vista: Hotels a short shuttle from Disney with lower rates.
- Universal Orlando area: Walkable to Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure and Epic Universe.
- International Drive: Central strip with outlet malls, restaurants and attractions.
- Kissimmee: Vacation villas with private pools for larger families.
What to do in Orlando
- Watch the fireworks over Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom on Saturday night.
- Ride Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure at Universal.
- Spend a full day exploring the Epic Universe park.
- Eat your way around EPCOT's World Showcase during the Food & Wine Festival.
- Take a kayak or airboat tour on the Wekiva River for a break from the parks.
Also worth it
- Explore the Epic Universe park
- Spend a day at EPCOT's World Showcase
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Getting there and around
| Airports in New Orleans | Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Orlando | Orlando International (MCO), Orlando Sanford International (SFB) |
| Flight time | 1h 56m nonstop |
| Distance | 524 miles each way |
| Time difference | +1 hour |
What 2 nights in Orlando costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $536 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (Days Inn by Wyndham Orlando Conv. Center/International Dr) | $250 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | $520 |
| Total for two | $1,306 |
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: New Orleans to Orlando
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $268 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $196 (Oct 12, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $328 |
| Price checks | 11 |
Good to know
- Passport: not needed for US citizens; a government ID is enough.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
- EPCOT Food & Wine Festival and Halloween events
- No passport needed, and you'll pay in US dollars.
- Orlando is 1 hour ahead of New Orleans, so set your watch forward when you land.
- The flight takes 1h 56m to cover 524 miles from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY) to Orlando International (MCO).
- All three hotels had free cancellation when we checked. Only the Holiday Inn Express includes breakfast.
- October brings the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival and Halloween events, so expect busy parks.
Questions readers ask
How much is the flight?
We found $268 per person round trip, or $536 for two, nonstop on Frontier. It's all-in, with taxes and fees included. Breeze had a nonstop for $278 per person. Fares change, so check the live price before you book.
What is the weather like that weekend?
The forecast for Friday is 84°F with drizzle and a 24% chance of rain. Saturday looks overcast at 88°F with a 30% chance. Sunday should be mostly clear at 90°F with a 17% chance. Lows are 69°F to 72°F.
Is 2 nights enough?
It's enough for one park day plus a Sunday morning. The flight lands at 5:30 PM on Friday, so Saturday is your full day. If you want both Disney and Universal, you'll need a longer trip.
What does the whole weekend cost for two?
We estimate $1,306 for two: $536 for flights, $250 for the Days Inn and $520 for spending, which works out to $130 per person per day. Park tickets aren't in our data, so budget for them separately.
Do I need a passport?
No. It's a domestic trip within the United States, and you'll pay in US dollars.
Which airport do I fly into?
The fare we found lands at Orlando International (MCO). Orlando Sanford International (SFB) also serves the area.
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