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Cheap flights to New Orleans from £205

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 9/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — MSY
30 Apr — 7 May1
1 adult
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Tue 7/5

Flights to New Orleans in 2024

Find the latest flights to New Orleans in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 925,685 searches and data was last updated on 25 April 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£594

Return from

£392

One-way from

£205
High demand for flights, 8% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 0% potential price drop
Average for return flights in April 2024
From London to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
One-way flight from London to New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY)

Cheap flights to New Orleans in April & May 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to New Orleans in April and May 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 925,685 searches and data was last updated on 25 April 2024.
Check out some of the flights available from low prices to New Orleans in April and May 2024. Prices refresh often so be sure to come back soon for more deals.
Wed 29/514:00LGW - MSY
1 stop34h 11mMultiple Airlines
Fri 13/915:50MSY - LGW
1 stop33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4£392
Thu 30/514:00LGW - MSY
1 stop23h 19mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/705:00MSY - LGW
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4£441
Tue 7/514:00LGW - MSY
1 stop14h 17mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/506:55MSY - LGW
1 stop21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£453
Wed 8/514:00LGW - MSY
1 stop27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/521:05MSY - LGW
1 stop30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£484
Tue 7/514:00LGW - MSY
1 stop14h 17mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/505:15MSY - LGW
1 stop22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£488
Tue 7/514:00LGW - MSY
1 stop14h 17mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/515:35MSY - LGW
2 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£493
Wed 8/514:00LGW - MSY
1 stop27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/505:15MSY - LGW
1 stop22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£494
Wed 8/514:00LGW - MSY
1 stop23h 04mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/515:35MSY - LGW
2 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£502
Tue 7/514:00LGW - MSY
1 stop14h 17mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/508:57MSY - LGW
2 stops19h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£509

New Orleans 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for New Orleans in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 925,685 searches and data were last updated on 25 April 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals to New Orleans in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Wed 29/514:00LGW - MSY
1 stop34h 11mMultiple Airlines
Fri 13/915:50MSY - LGW
1 stop33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4£392
Fri 7/610:00LGW - MSY
1 stop17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/619:39MSY - LGW
1 stop29h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£440
Thu 30/514:00LGW - MSY
1 stop23h 19mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/705:00MSY - LGW
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4£441
Tue 4/614:00LGW - MSY
1 stop31h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/619:53MSY - LGW
2 stops32h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4£443
Tue 7/514:00LGW - MSY
1 stop14h 17mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/506:55MSY - LGW
1 stop21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£453
Wed 8/514:00LGW - MSY
1 stop27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/521:05MSY - LGW
1 stop30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£484
Tue 7/514:00LGW - MSY
1 stop14h 17mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/505:15MSY - LGW
1 stop22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£488
Tue 7/514:00LGW - MSY
1 stop14h 17mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/515:35MSY - LGW
2 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£493
Wed 8/514:00LGW - MSY
1 stop27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/505:15MSY - LGW
1 stop22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£494

Flights to New Orleans departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to New Orleans, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 925,685 searches and data was last updated on 25 April 2024.
Users travelling to New Orleans last-minute should check out these flights departing soon. Make sure to double check the price, time, and destination to confirm all are correct.
Wed 1/513:05LHR - MSY
1 stop15h 33mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/509:19MSY - LHR
2 stops14h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 24/4£537
Wed 1/512:15LHR - MSY
1 stop15h 12mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/507:00MSY - LHR
2 stops17h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 24/4£542
Wed 1/512:00LHR - MSY
1 stop16h 38mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/510:50MSY - LHR
1 stop14h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 24/4£564
Wed 1/514:00LGW - MSY
1 stop16h 21mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/522:28MSY - LGW
1 stop29h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4£565
Wed 1/512:00LHR - MSY
1 stop14h 50mBritish Airways
Wed 8/518:33MSY - LHR
1 stop11h 37mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/4£574
Wed 1/514:00LGW - MSY
1 stop23h 04mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/519:54MSY - LGW
2 stops32h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4£587
Wed 1/515:35LHR - MSY
1 stop14h 18mFinnair
Sat 11/518:33MSY - LHR
1 stop11h 37mFinnair
Deal found 24/4£718
Wed 1/515:35LHR - MSY
1 stop14h 18mFinnair
Sat 11/521:40MSY - LHR
Nonstop9h 00mFinnair
Deal found 24/4£720
Wed 1/512:15LHR - MSY
1 stop15h 12mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/521:40MSY - LHR
Nonstop9h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 24/4£726

One-way flights to New Orleans

Explore one-way flight options to New Orleans for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 925,685 searches and data was last updated on 25 April 2024.
These are some of the best available deals on flights to New Orleans. If you're in need of a round-trip flight to New Orleans instead, make sure to update the search form at the top of page.
Thu 9/507:45STN - MSY
2 stops29h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4£205
Thu 9/511:10LGW - MSY
2 stops25h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4£213
Thu 9/511:10LGW - MSY
3 stops39h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4£238
Thu 9/510:45LGW - MSY
1 stop20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4£245
Sun 9/608:30LGW - MSY
2 stops28h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4£250
Sun 9/608:15LGW - MSY
3 stops40h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4£268
Wed 4/914:00LGW - MSY
1 stop30h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4£273
Sun 9/619:30LTN - MSY
3 stops45h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4£287
Tue 3/910:00LGW - MSY
1 stop29h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4£287

Direct flights to New Orleans

Wed 8/516:05LHR - MSY
Nonstop9h 45mBritish Airways
Wed 15/521:40MSY - LHR
Nonstop9h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 25/4£557
Wed 8/516:05LHR - MSY
Nonstop9h 45mIberia
Wed 15/521:40MSY - LHR
Nonstop9h 00mIberia
Deal found 24/4£570
Fri 12/716:05LHR - MSY
Nonstop9h 50mBritish Airways
Thu 18/721:45MSY - LHR
Nonstop8h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 25/4£688
Fri 31/516:05LHR - MSY
Nonstop9h 45mBritish Airways
Sun 16/621:45MSY - LHR
Nonstop8h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 25/4£692
Thu 11/716:05LHR - MSY
Nonstop9h 50mBritish Airways
Fri 19/721:45MSY - LHR
Nonstop8h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 25/4£696
Wed 4/916:05LHR - MSY
Nonstop10h 00mBritish Airways
Sat 28/921:55MSY - LHR
Nonstop8h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/4£699
Thu 11/716:05LHR - MSY
Nonstop9h 50mFinnair
Wed 17/721:45MSY - LHR
Nonstop8h 55mFinnair
Deal found 25/4£707
Fri 12/716:05LHR - MSY
Nonstop9h 50mBritish Airways
Fri 19/721:45MSY - LHR
Nonstop8h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 25/4£717
Thu 11/716:05LHR - MSY
Nonstop9h 50mBritish Airways
Sun 21/721:45MSY - LHR
Nonstop8h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 25/4£721

Average price of flights to New Orleans by month

Plan your trip to New Orleans by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to New Orleans is currently £252 while a return flight costs £529. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to New Orleans (average of £696). Flying to New Orleans in August will prove the most costly (average of £895). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

£574

February

£603

March

£627

April

£639

May

£649

June

£697

July

£702

August

£719

September

£625

October

£619

November

£580

December

£559

Peak season:

Spring is typically the peak season in New Orleans, so make sure you arrange and purchase your flight tickets in advance to avoid overpaying. Spring generally runs from February through to May, offering mild weather conditions as well as quite a few events. The Mardi Gras season also runs from January to March, so expect a steep increase in the cost of flights to New Orleans around then.

Off season:

One of the quietest times of the year is actually the summer, where temperatures can get very hot. June to September should be avoided unless you genuinely love the sun and the heat. The temperatures don’t begin to cool down until late September so make sure to keep this in mind when you’re searching for your flight tickets. In fact, due to the lack of tourism during the summer, you’re likely to find the cheapest flights to New Orleans without too much effort.

Temperature and rainfall in New Orleans by month

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

MSY

Temperature

11 - 28 °C

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).

When is the best time to book a flight to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.

You’ll usually see very little variance in the price of flight tickets from late May all the way up to late September. August is theoretically the month which provides the cheapest flights to New Orleans, however the savings are usually only a couple of pounds cheaper than other months of the year. Make sure you aim to book your flight tickets 2 months in advance at a minimum, but even further ahead if you want to visit the Mardi Gras festivals. Flexibility with help you find the cheapest flights to New Orleans, so if you have the luxury to be flexible, make sure to use it to your advantage when searching for flight tickets.

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When is the cheapest time to fly to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to New Orleans should consider flying on Monday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.
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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 25 April 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with JetBlue, United Airlines and Iberia to New Orleans by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very Good
10,975 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible flight crew that skipped our row for service multiple times.

8.1
Very Good
10,975 reviews
8.1
Very Good
10,975 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible flight crew that skipped our row for service multiple times.

7.9
Good
1,628 reviews
8.1
Very Good
10,975 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible flight crew that skipped our row for service multiple times.

7.8
Good
1,383 reviews
8.1
Very Good
10,975 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible flight crew that skipped our row for service multiple times.

7.7
Good
747 reviews
8.1
Very Good
10,975 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible flight crew that skipped our row for service multiple times.

7.6
Good
4,618 reviews
8.1
Very Good
10,975 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible flight crew that skipped our row for service multiple times.

What is good to know if travelling to New Orleans?

New Orleans airport overview

As the largest commercial airport serving the New Orleans and southeast Louisiana area, Louis Armstrong International Airport (MSY) welcomes around eight million passengers each year. The airport is located 19km (11.5 miles) west of New Orleans, and is the second lowest-lying international airport in the world, sitting merely 1.4m (4.5 feet) above sea level.

Flights to Louis Armstrong International arrive daily from across the United States, with occasional flights arriving from Canada and South America. Some of the major airlines that operate at the airport include Continental Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest Airlines among a number of others.

If you’re spending some time at the airport, you’ll be pleasantly surprised by the efficiency you’ll encounter here. Queuing won’t take up too much time, and staff are friendly and happy to help. There’ll be enough to keep you occupied, although if you’re waiting in Concourse D, then you’ll have to make do with limited refreshment options.

  • How long is the flight to New Orleans?

    Flights from London to New Orleans: 12 hours 45 minutes. Flights from Manchester to New Orleans: 14 hours 50 minutes. Flights from Birmingham to New Orleans: 16 hours 00 minutes. Flights from Glasgow to New Orleans: 15 hours 45 minutes.

  • Which airlines operate flights to New Orleans?

    You’ll find several airlines provide flights to New Orleans, with the major ones being American, British Airways, Delta and Virgin. Deciding which airline to book your flight tickets from can be a little tricky but if you allow yourself plenty of time in advance you should be able to compare a couple and decide who offers you the best value for money. Virgin can be more expensive, however they do provide a great level of service and comfort.

  • How to get from the airport to the city centre?

    You can jump on a public airport bus which stops directly outside the airport to get into the centre. This is the easiest and cheapest method, however you could also decide to jump into a taxi. On average you’ll be looking at around $36 for 1 or 2 people and then $15 a person if it’s more than that (as a rough pricing guide.) Make sure you agree on the price before you get into the taxi to ensure you don’t get ripped off. Once you’ve booked your flights to New Orleans you can arrange your transportation in advance. You can also hop into the Airport shuttle for around $25 a person one way.

  • What does MSY mean?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport is MSY. This code is created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use IATA codes to identify the departing or arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

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

    Most people fly into New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) if they book a flight to New Orleans. Louis Armstrong is conveniently located just 11.4 mi from New Orleans’s city center. On average, New Orleans Louis Armstrong has 1 flight from London per day from 10 airlines.

  • 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, Finnair 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 Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in New Orleans. One-way flights to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport typically cost £40, while return flights cost around £47.

  • How much is a return flight to New Orleans?

    A return flight to New Orleans will typically cost around £82, however they can be found for as little as £58.

  • Where does the fastest flight to New Orleans depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to New Orleans, London offers the quickest one-way flight (9 hours 45 minutes).

  • Does New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport have car hire?

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

  • Are there hotels close to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport?

    Yes. New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hilton New Orleans Airport is the closest property to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (0.0 mi away from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport).

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