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R12 943+ 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 31/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— MSY
Jun 8 — Jun 151
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 9 May 2026.

Tue 18/821:15
JNB
-
MSY
1 stop29h 45m
British Airways
Sat 12/921:50
MSY
-
JNB
1 stop28h 35m
British Airways
Deal found 7/5R19 882
Mon 25/521:55
JNB
-
MSY
1 stop31h 50m
Delta
Thu 20/816:28
MSY
-
JNB
2 stops33h 17m
Delta
Deal found 6/5R21 719
Mon 25/512:40
JNB
-
MSY
2 stops39h 51m
Qatar Airways
Thu 20/812:42
MSY
-
JNB
2 stops32h 18m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/5R22 703
Fri 19/612:40
JNB
-
MSY
2 stops37h 21m
Qatar Airways
Fri 26/619:56
MSY
-
JNB
2 stops30h 04m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/5R22 818
Sun 31/519:25
JNB
-
MSY
2 stops32h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 28/1119:55
MSY
-
JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5R22 999
Tue 18/820:55
JNB
-
MSY
2 stops31h 51m
Qatar Airways
Sat 12/913:29
MSY
-
JNB
2 stops31h 31m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/5R23 228
Tue 18/821:15
JNB
-
MSY
1 stop29h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 12/919:28
MSY
-
JNB
2 stops54h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5R23 474
Sun 31/519:25
JNB
-
MSY
2 stops32h 55m
British Airways
Sat 28/1115:29
MSY
-
JNB
2 stops34h 56m
British Airways
Deal found 4/5R23 573
Thu 18/612:40
JNB
-
MSY
2 stops37h 26m
Qatar Airways
Thu 25/611:57
MSY
-
JNB
2 stops33h 03m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/5R23 852
Sun 21/620:55
JNB
-
MSY
2 stops33h 48m
Qatar Airways
Sun 28/619:56
MSY
-
JNB
2 stops30h 04m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/5R23 868

Find flight deals to New Orleans

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 9 May 2026.

Return from

R21 719

One-way from

R12 943

Popular in

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February

Average price

R20 883
Delta
  • Delta
  • 25/5-20/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 65h 07m total
  • Johannesburg to New Orleans
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 31/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 06m total
  • Johannesburg to New Orleans
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R1 563 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R493 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgNew Orleans

JNB - MSY

JNBMSY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

21:55-22:45

1 stop31h 50m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 20/8

16:28-8:45

2 stops33h 17m

R21 719

JohannesburgNew Orleans

JNB - MSY

JNBMSY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

12:40-21:31

2 stops39h 51m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 20/8

12:42-4:00

2 stops32h 18m

R22 703

JohannesburgNew Orleans

JNB - MSY

JNBMSY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/6

12:40-19:01

2 stops37h 21m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 26/6

19:56-9:00

2 stops30h 04m

R22 818

JohannesburgNew Orleans

JNB - MSY

JNBMSY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 31/5

19:25-21:20

2 stops32h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 28/11

19:55-10:25

1 stop30h 30m

R22 999

JohannesburgNew Orleans

JNB - MSY

JNBMSY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 31/5

19:25-21:20

2 stops32h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 28/11

15:29-10:25

2 stops34h 56m

R23 573

JohannesburgNew Orleans

JNB - MSY

JNBMSY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/6

20:55-23:43

2 stops33h 48m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 28/6

19:56-9:00

2 stops30h 04m

R23 868
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgNew Orleans

JNB - MSY

JNBMSY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/6

21:15-18:17

2 stops28h 02m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 28/6

21:45-7:00

1 stop26h 15m

R31 906

JohannesburgNew Orleans

JNB - MSY

JNBMSY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 31/5

19:00-23:26

3 stops35h 26m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 28/11

8:00-20:30

2 stops28h 30m

R33 038

JohannesburgNew Orleans

JNB - MSY

JNBMSY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/6

21:15-18:22

2 stops28h 07m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 26/6

21:45-9:25

1 stop28h 40m

R35 843
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgNew Orleans

JNB - MSY

JNBMSY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 31/5

19:50-5:56

2 stops41h 06m

R12 943

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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 45 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 British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and KLM.

United Airlines
United Airlines
From R15 437
British Airways
British Airways
From R16 145
Virgin Atlantic
Virgin Atlantic
From R14 320
KLM
KLM
From R16 031

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 9 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown KLM,United Airlines, andVirgin Atlantic 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
1 513 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7,8
Good
1 513 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 513 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 696 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 513 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Virgin Atlantic
7,4
Good
688 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 513 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 960 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 513 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

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.

  • 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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