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R10 762+ Cheap flights to New Orleans

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— MSY
Sep 9 — Sep 161
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to New Orleans in 2026

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Cheapest flights to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 10 August 2026.

Tue 24/1119:35 -
2 stops35h 24m
Mon 30/1119:55 -
1 stop30h 30m
Deal found 6/8R18 253
Sun 23/821:55 -
1 stop32h 43m
Tue 1/911:16 -
2 stops25h 24m
Deal found 8/8R18 882
Tue 24/1121:40 -
2 stops28h 43m
Mon 30/1118:02 -
2 stops30h 18m
Deal found 6/8R19 155
Thu 12/1119:35 -
2 stops36h 23m
Mon 16/1119:55 -
1 stop30h 30m
Deal found 5/8R19 784
Thu 10/1219:40 -
2 stops30h 44m
Wed 30/1217:05 -
2 stops34h 20m
Deal found 9/8R20 541
Tue 22/919:00 -
2 stops35h 53m
Tue 29/97:00 -
3 stops28h 30m
Deal found 8/8R25 729
Thu 12/1122:00 -
1 stop28h 47m
Mon 16/1111:27 -
1 stop23h 08m
Deal found 5/8R31 480
Sun 23/822:00 -
2 stops25h 13m
Tue 1/97:00 -
3 stops28h 30m
Deal found 8/8R34 831
Thu 10/1219:40 -
1 stop29h 20m
Wed 30/1217:05 -
2 stops34h 20m
Deal found 9/8R34 863

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Find the latest flights to New Orleans in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 10 August 2026.

Return from

R18 253

One-way from

R10 762

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March

Average price

R25 084
24/11-30/11
  • 24/11-30/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 65h 54m total
  • Johannesburg to New Orleans
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1/11
  • 1/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 55h 03m total
  • Johannesburg to New Orleans
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price (R4 102 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R478 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgNew Orleans

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

JNBMSY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/8

21:55-23:38

1 stop32h 43m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 1/9

11:16-19:40

2 stops25h 24m

R18 882

JohannesburgNew Orleans

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

JNBMSY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

21:40-18:23

2 stops28h 43m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 30/11

18:02-8:20

2 stops30h 18m

R19 155

JohannesburgNew Orleans

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

JNBMSY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/2

19:35-17:08

2 stops29h 33m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 8/2

10:00-10:25

2 stops40h 25m

R19 687

JohannesburgNew Orleans

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

JNBMSY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

19:35-23:58

2 stops36h 23m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 16/11

11:15-10:25

2 stops39h 10m

R19 784

JohannesburgNew Orleans

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

JNBMSY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/12

19:40-18:24

2 stops30h 44m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 30/12

17:05-11:25

2 stops34h 20m

R20 541
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgNew Orleans

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

JNBMSY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/11

17:00-16:03

3 stops55h 03m

R10 762

JohannesburgNew Orleans

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

JNBMSY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/12

13:45-18:16

2 stops36h 31m

R13 646

JohannesburgNew Orleans

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

JNBMSY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/8

21:15-20:00

1 stop29h 45m

R14 693

JohannesburgNew Orleans

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

JNBMSY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/8

21:55-20:33

1 stop29h 38m

R22 394
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgNew Orleans

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

JNBMSY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/12

19:40-17:00

1 stop29h 20m

R32 962

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Everything you need to know about your flight to New Orleans

How long is the flight to New Orleans?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to New Orleans takes 29 hours 33 minutes. Flights to New Orleans from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to New Orleans?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to New Orleans are Virgin Atlantic, KLM and British Airways.

United Airlines
United Airlines
From R15 160
Virgin Atlantic
Virgin Atlantic
From R14 063
KLM
KLM
From R15 744
British Airways
British Airways
From R16 082

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to New Orleans?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to New Orleans are Virgin Atlantic, United Airlines and KLM.

Rainfall in New Orleans by month

Plan your trip to New Orleans by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Orleans ranges from 83.0 - 163.0 mm per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 163.0 mm. October is typically the driest time to visit New Orleans when rainfall is around 83.0 mm.

Temperature in New Orleans by month

Plan your trip to New Orleans by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Orleans, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Orleans. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to New Orleans. Reviews last updated 10 August 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown KLM,Virgin Atlantic, andUnited Airlines to the United States to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 555 reviews
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Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 555 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
694 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 555 reviews
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Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
10 101 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 155 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.

FAQs about flying to New Orleans

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to New Orleans?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY), located 18,4 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to New Orleans.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to New Orleans if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to New Orleans on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to New Orleans?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Virgin Atlantic is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to New Orleans.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in New Orleans?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in New Orleans. One-way flights to New Orleans Louis Armstrong typically cost R4 809, while return flights cost around R10 710.

  • Does New Orleans Louis Armstrong have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at New Orleans Louis Armstrong can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to New Orleans Louis Armstrong?

    Yes. New Orleans Louis Armstrong has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hilton New Orleans Airport is the closest property to New Orleans Louis Armstrong (0,0 km away from New Orleans Louis Armstrong).

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