New Orleans from Rochester, Nov 26–29: $1,810 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- Hilton Garden Inn New Orleans Convention Center, rated 8.3 by 1,365 guests
- Typical highs 63–69°F, lows near 53°F this time of year
- No passport needed
The catch: Not nonstop: a stop on the way, 6h 1m 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 United. Operated by Republic Airways DBA United Express from Rochester to New Orleans cost $583 per person for Nov 26–29, 2026 when we checked. Three places to stay start at $186 a night for the 3-night stay. The total, before you go: $1,724 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
$1,810 for two · 3 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $1,166 |
| Hilton Garden Inn New Orleans Convention Center, 3 nights, two guests, taxes in | $558 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | $86 |
| The total, before you go | $1,810 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $160 |
Not in it: seat picks on basic fares and a checked bag (about $40 each way per bag on United, $160 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
$583 per person, round trip
$1,166 for two, taxes and fees included · United. Operated by Republic Airways DBA United Express · 1 stop · 6h 1m
Out Thu, Nov 26, 5:50 AM – Thu, Nov 26, 10:51 AM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| United. Operated by Republic Airways DBA United Express | $583 | 1 stop | 6h 1m |
| American. Operated by PSA Airlines as American Eagle | $677 | 1 stop | 5h 44m |
| United. Operated by Republic Airways DBA United Express | $583 | 1 stop | 5h 56m |
Prices checked Oct 16, 2026, 4:39 AM 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 these dates: $583 round trip, 7% 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, Nov 26–29
Typical highs 63–69°F, lows near 53°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Nov 26 | 69 °F | 57 °F | Rain |
| Fri, Nov 27 | 65 °F | 51 °F | Clear |
| Sat, Nov 28 | 63 °F | 52 °F | Overcast |
| Sun, Nov 29 | 63 °F | 51 °F | Overcast |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in New Orleans
Hilton Garden Inn New Orleans Convention Center
$558 for 3 nights, two guests · $186 a night
See roomsPelham Hotel
$739 for 3 nights, two guests · $246 a night
See roomsCambria Hotel New Orleans Downtown Warehouse District
$699 for 3 nights, two guests · $233 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 Rochester | Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International (ROC) |
|---|---|
| Airports in New Orleans | Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY) |
| Flight time | 6h 1m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 1,142 miles each way |
| Time difference | -1 hour |
What 3 nights in New Orleans costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $1,166 |
| Hotel, 3 nights (Hilton Garden Inn New Orleans Convention Center) | $558 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 3 days for two | $780 |
| Total for two | $2,504 |
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: Rochester to New Orleans
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $583 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $492 (Oct 12, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $603 |
| Price checks | 9 |
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 3 nights in New Orleans from Rochester cost?
About $2,504 for two: $1,166 in flights, $558 for the hotel and $780 for food, getting around and tickets.
What is the weather like in New Orleans Nov 26–29?
Typical highs 63–69°F, lows near 53°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 Rochester to New Orleans?
6h 1m with 1 stop on United. Operated by Republic Airways DBA United Express, on the fare we found.
Is $583 a good price for Rochester to New Orleans?
It is 3% below the typical $603 per person we see on this route, which is why it made the list.
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