Frontier Adds New Routes, Boosts Existing Flights to New Orleans for Mardi Gras 2026

Frontier is ramping up its route network, adding new flights just in time for Mardi Gras 2026.

The ultra-low-cost carrier is launching 12 new routes to New Orleans from cities across the country — plus boosting frequency on 10 existing routes — to make it easier (and cheaper) for travelers to join the festivities.

Let’s take a look.

Frontier Adds 12 New Routes and More Service to New Orleans Ahead of Mardi Gras

Frontier Airlines will ramp up flights to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) just in time for Mardi Gras.

The carrier will operate nonstop service from 22 cities nationwide, including 12 brand-new routes and expanded frequencies on 10 existing ones, giving travelers more ways to reach the Big Easy for one of the country’s biggest celebrations.

Here are the start dates and frequencies of these new routes to New Orleans:

Beyond the 12 new routes — stretching from Las Vegas (LAS) to New York City — Frontier is also adding more flights on existing routes to New Orleans, offering travelers greater flexibility and more convenient schedules throughout the Mardi Gras season.

Here are the existing routes receiving increased flight frequency to New Orleans:

“Mardi Gras is one of the most iconic celebrations in the U.S., and we are excited to provide celebrants from across the country with easy, affordable access to the Big Easy this February,” said Josh Flyr, vice president of network and operations design at Frontier Airlines.

Final Thoughts

Frontier’s Mardi Gras expansion makes it easier — and cheaper — to join the party in New Orleans next February. With 12 new routes and increased frequency on existing routes, travelers have plenty of low-cost ways to enjoy the festivities in the Big Easy.