$902+ 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 4/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— MSY
21 Jul — 28 Jul1
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 21 June 2026.

Tue 4/809:30
SYD
-
MSY
2 stops28h 16m
Lufthansa
Tue 11/810:24
MSY
-
SYD
2 stops29h 31m
Lufthansa
Deal found 20/6$1,463
Tue 4/809:15
SYD
-
MSY
1 stop27h 25m
Delta
Tue 11/808:08
MSY
-
SYD
1 stop31h 42m
Delta
Deal found 20/6$1,503
Sat 1/810:20
SYD
-
MSY
1 stop23h 13m
United Airlines
Sat 8/814:01
MSY
-
SYD
3 stops49h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 17/6$1,524
Thu 5/1114:05
SYD
-
MSY
1 stop35h 23m
American Airlines
Mon 9/1118:17
MSY
-
SYD
2 stops45h 43m
American Airlines
Deal found 18/6$1,540
Tue 21/709:15
SYD
-
MSY
2 stops28h 22m
Delta
Mon 27/708:03
MSY
-
SYD
1 stop31h 47m
Delta
Deal found 19/6$1,672
Sat 1/810:20
SYD
-
MSY
1 stop23h 13m
Air New Zealand
Sat 8/819:04
MSY
-
SYD
1 stop20h 51m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 17/6$1,680
Fri 24/709:10
SYD
-
MSY
2 stops29h 59m
American Airlines
Tue 28/712:22
MSY
-
SYD
2 stops27h 43m
American Airlines
Deal found 16/6$1,709

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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 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 21 June 2026.

Return from

$1,463

One-way from

$902
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 4/8-11/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 57h 47m total
  • Sydney to New Orleans
4/10
  • 4/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 48h 15m total
  • Sydney to New Orleans

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 4/8

09:15-21:40

1 stop27h 25m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 11/8

08:08-06:50

1 stop31h 42m

$1,503

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 1/8

10:20-18:33

1 stop23h 13m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 8/8

14:01-07:00

3 stops49h 59m

$1,524

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/11

14:05-08:28

1 stop35h 23m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/11

18:17-09:00

2 stops45h 43m

$1,540

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 21/7

09:15-21:51

1 stop27h 36m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 27/7

08:03-06:50

1 stop31h 47m

$1,672
Fastest return journey

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 24/7

09:10-00:09

2 stops29h 59m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 28/7

12:22-07:05

2 stops27h 43m

$1,709
Cheapest one-way

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 4/10

20:50-05:05

3 stops48h 15m

$902
Fastest single journey

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 2/7

10:20-18:33

1 stop23h 13m

$909

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 2/7

09:30-21:34

2 stops27h 04m

$917

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 3/10

18:20-05:00

3 stops49h 40m

$1,162

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 2/7

09:15-18:50

1 stop24h 35m

$1,303

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What are the cheapest airlines that fly to New Orleans?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to New Orleans are Delta and United Airlines.

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 21 June 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Delta and United 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.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Rakshith,May 2026

TPE - SEA

I got middle seat, but it was cheap $340 for Taipei to PDX ,

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Rakshith,May 2026

TPE - SEA

I got middle seat, but it was cheap $340 for Taipei to PDX ,

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Rakshith,May 2026

TPE - SEA

I got middle seat, but it was cheap $340 for Taipei to PDX ,

FAQs about flying to New Orleans

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

    If you book a flight to New Orleans, you will be flying into Louis Armstrong, which is the city’s only airport. New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is located 18.4 km from the centre of 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, United Airlines 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 $127, while return flights cost around $426.

  • How much is a return flight to New Orleans?

    A return flight to New Orleans will typically cost around $487, however they can be found for as little as $426.

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

    For those looking to save time traveling to New Orleans, Sydney Kingsford Smith offers the quickest one-way flight (18 hours 41 minutes).

  • 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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