What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Edinburgh to New Orleans?

London (LHR) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 29% of one-stop itineraries from Edinburgh to New Orleans on Cheapflights.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Edinburgh to New Orleans?

Flights via Washington, D.C. (IAD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 30m.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Edinburgh to New Orleans?

Flights via Washington, D.C. (IAD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 12h 24m.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Edinburgh to New Orleans?

Washington, D.C. (IAD) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £685.

How long is the flight from Edinburgh to New Orleans?

Airlines like United Airlines and Lufthansa fly from Edinburgh to New Orleans in about 12h 58m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10m. Airlines will cover a distance of 4410 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

British Airways, at £538, was found to be the cheapest airline from Edinburgh to New Orleans.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Finnair and United Airlines. These flights start at 22% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Edinburgh to New Orleans?

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Edinburgh to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Orleans ranges from 83.0 - 163.0 inches 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.

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).

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

The most popular airlines flying from Edinburgh to New Orleans are Air Canada, Finnair and JetBlue. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Edinburgh to New Orleans?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh 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.

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Edinburgh Turnhouse to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in November or January, booked 12 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to New Orleans

Round-trip from	£548
One-way from	£293
Popular in	August
Cheapest in	November
Average price	£643

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6 total stops
62h 18m total
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51h 15m total
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£8 potential savings vs. average return price).

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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 September 2025.

Fri 31/1022:55EDI - MSY

3 stops26h 29mMultiple Airlines

Fri 7/1116:31MSY - EDI

3 stops35h 49mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/9£548

Mon 6/1012:30EDI - MSY

1 stop12h 58mUnited Airlines

Mon 20/1011:50MSY - EDI

2 stops16h 45mUnited Airlines

Deal found 16/9£605

Mon 6/1006:00EDI - MSY

2 stops23h 38mMultiple Airlines

Mon 20/1013:18MSY - EDI

2 stops18h 02mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/9£609

Fri 31/1011:30EDI - MSY

1 stop13h 08mLufthansa

Fri 7/1112:01MSY - EDI

2 stops13h 54mLufthansa

Deal found 16/9£615

Fri 31/1011:30EDI - MSY

2 stops17h 14mUnited Airlines

Fri 7/1112:01MSY - EDI

2 stops13h 54mUnited Airlines

Deal found 16/9£634

Thu 9/1006:00EDI - MSY

2 stops19h 01mDelta

Thu 23/1017:10MSY - EDI

2 stops17h 25mDelta

Deal found 15/9£651

Thu 9/1009:25EDI - MSY

1 stop16h 35mBritish Airways

Thu 23/1021:50MSY - EDI

1 stop13h 50mBritish Airways

Deal found 15/9£683

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Fri 31/1022:55EDI - MSY

3 stops26h 29mMultiple Airlines

Fri 7/1116:31MSY - EDI

3 stops35h 49mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/9£548

Mon 6/1012:30EDI - MSY

1 stop12h 58mUnited Airlines

Mon 20/1011:50MSY - EDI

2 stops16h 45mUnited Airlines

Deal found 16/9£605

Fri 31/1011:30EDI - MSY

1 stop13h 08mLufthansa

Fri 7/1112:01MSY - EDI

2 stops13h 54mLufthansa

Deal found 16/9£615

Mon 6/1006:00EDI - MSY

2 stops23h 38mMultiple Airlines

Mon 20/1013:18MSY - EDI

2 stops18h 02mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/9£609

Fri 6/309:25EDI - MSY

1 stop13h 00mUnited Airlines

Tue 10/310:34MSY - EDI

2 stops15h 21mUnited Airlines

Deal found 13/9£630

Fri 6/312:30EDI - MSY

1 stop12h 24mLufthansa

Tue 10/313:00MSY - EDI

1 stop12h 55mLufthansa

Deal found 13/9£630

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Mon 6/1012:30EDI - MSY

1 stop12h 58mUnited Airlines

Mon 20/1011:50MSY - EDI

2 stops16h 45mUnited Airlines

Deal found 16/9£605

Mon 6/1006:00EDI - MSY

2 stops23h 38mMultiple Airlines

Mon 20/1013:18MSY - EDI

2 stops18h 02mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/9£609

Thu 9/1006:00EDI - MSY

2 stops19h 01mDelta

Thu 23/1017:10MSY - EDI

2 stops17h 25mDelta

Deal found 15/9£651

Thu 9/1009:25EDI - MSY

1 stop16h 35mBritish Airways

Thu 23/1021:50MSY - EDI

1 stop13h 50mBritish Airways

Deal found 15/9£683

Fri 31/1022:55EDI - MSY

3 stops26h 29mMultiple Airlines

Fri 7/1116:31MSY - EDI

3 stops35h 49mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/9£548

Fri 31/1011:30EDI - MSY

1 stop13h 08mLufthansa

Fri 7/1112:01MSY - EDI

2 stops13h 54mLufthansa

Deal found 16/9£615

Fri 31/1011:30EDI - MSY

1 stop13h 08mUnited Airlines

Fri 7/1112:45MSY - EDI

1 stop15h 45mUnited Airlines

Deal found 16/9£634

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22:55-20:24

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12:30-19:28

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New Orleans Louis Armstrong

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06:00-23:38

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New Orleans Louis Armstrong

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New Orleans Louis Armstrong

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12:01-07:55

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EDI - MSY

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09:25-16:25

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New Orleans Louis Armstrong

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10:34-06:55

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EdinburghNew Orleans

EDI - MSY

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Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 6/3

12:30-18:54

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New Orleans Louis Armstrong

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13:00-06:55

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EDI - MSY

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16:25-13:40

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£293

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06:50-17:55

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Edinburgh to New Orleans?

Booking 11 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Edinburgh to New Orleans. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to New Orleans (average of £724). Flying from Edinburgh to New Orleans in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,029). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from EDI to MSY?

It’s optimal to fly from Edinburgh to New Orleans in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 10% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, Finnair, andUnited Airlines from Edinburgh to New Orleans by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

KLM

7.8

Good

1,386 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

KLM

7.8

Good

1,386 reviews

KLM

7.8

Good

1,386 reviews

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1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Finnair

7.6

Good

1,324 reviews

KLM

7.8

Good

1,386 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,924 reviews

KLM

7.8

Good

1,386 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Lufthansa

6.8

Okay

7,407 reviews

KLM

7.8

Good

1,386 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

British Airways

6.7

Okay

7,363 reviews

KLM

7.8

Good

1,386 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from Edinburgh to New Orleans?
Airlines like United Airlines and Lufthansa fly from Edinburgh to New Orleans in about 12h 58m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10m. Airlines will cover a distance of 4410 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Edinburgh to New Orleans round-trip?
British Airways, at £538, was found to be the cheapest airline from Edinburgh to New Orleans.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Finnair and United Airlines. These flights start at 22% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
Can I find deals for flights from Edinburgh to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Edinburgh to New Orleans flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Edinburgh to New Orleans?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Edinburgh to New Orleans.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Edinburgh to New Orleans?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to New Orleans?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to New Orleans (average of £724). Flying from Edinburgh to New Orleans in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,029). 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 8 airlines flying from Edinburgh to New Orleans

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
British Airways	Cheapest£538	Average£702	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights
Finnair	Cheapest£551	Average£612	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Finnair flights
United Airlines	Cheapest£562	Average£703	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
KLM	Cheapest£575	Average£692	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
JetBlue	Cheapest£579	Average£631	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%	Search JetBlue flights
Virgin Atlantic	Cheapest£610	Average£745	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Lufthansa	Cheapest£616	Average£758	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights
Air Canada	Cheapest£749	Average£909	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Air Canada flights

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Edinburgh Turnhouse to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in November or January, booked 12 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Monday

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Edinburgh to New Orleans?

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What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Edinburgh to New Orleans?

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Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Edinburgh to New Orleans?

Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, Finnair, andUnited Airlines from Edinburgh to New Orleans by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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