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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to New Orleans

JNB — MSY
Nov 2 — Nov 91
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Popular in

September

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R14 867
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R5 929 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 471 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2026
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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to New Orleans

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to New Orleans?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to New Orleans (average of R14 867). Flying from Johannesburg to New Orleans in September is currently the most expensive (average of R27 250). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines,Virgin Atlantic, andBritish Airways from Johannesburg to New Orleans to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
10 280 reviews
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Crew

8,1

Boarding

7,7

Food

6,7

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Asha,Sept 2026

LGA - IAH

The flight was on time and boardi g was very organized and timely. Snacks are awful and having one little glass of juice was terrible. Fortunately, I had my water to keep me hydrated.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
10 280 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
10 280 reviews
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Crew

8,1

Boarding

7,7

Food

6,7

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Asha,Sept 2026

LGA - IAH

The flight was on time and boardi g was very organized and timely. Snacks are awful and having one little glass of juice was terrible. Fortunately, I had my water to keep me hydrated.
Virgin Atlantic
7,4
Good
694 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
10 280 reviews
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Crew

8,1

Boarding

7,7

Food

6,7

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Asha,Sept 2026

LGA - IAH

The flight was on time and boardi g was very organized and timely. Snacks are awful and having one little glass of juice was terrible. Fortunately, I had my water to keep me hydrated.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 243 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
10 280 reviews
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Crew

8,1

Boarding

7,7

Food

6,7

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Asha,Sept 2026

LGA - IAH

The flight was on time and boardi g was very organized and timely. Snacks are awful and having one little glass of juice was terrible. Fortunately, I had my water to keep me hydrated.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly into New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) if they book a flight to New Orleans from Johannesburg. On average, Louis Armstrong has 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day from 3 airlines. New Orleans Louis Armstrong is conveniently located just 18,4 km from New Orleans’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to New Orleans round-trip?

    Currently priced at R14 549, Virgin Atlantic will fly you from Johannesburg to New Orleans and back. In addition to Virgin Atlantic, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and British Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R16 331 and R16 508, respectively. Virgin Atlantic is priced at 34% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to New Orleans flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to New Orleans?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to New Orleans.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to New Orleans?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to New Orleans by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to New Orleans?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to New Orleans (average of R14 867). Flying from Johannesburg to New Orleans in September is currently the most expensive (average of R27 250). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Johannesburg to New Orleans

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 549AverageR15 893FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR16 331AverageR24 757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 508AverageR19 280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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