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$981+ 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 16/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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5 Apr — 12 Apr1
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 6 March 2026.

Thu 12/306:05
SYD
-
MSY
2 stops25h 57m
Qantas Airways
Mon 16/316:47
MSY
-
SYD
2 stops27h 28m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 1/3$1,513
Fri 17/412:00
SYD
-
MSY
1 stop21h 51m
American Airlines
Fri 24/417:21
MSY
-
SYD
1 stop22h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/3$1,726
Sun 22/306:05
SYD
-
MSY
2 stops24h 07m
Qantas Airways
Fri 27/315:02
MSY
-
SYD
2 stops26h 28m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,746
Mon 20/409:30
SYD
-
MSY
2 stops27h 15m
United Airlines
Mon 27/415:48
MSY
-
SYD
2 stops24h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,785
Mon 27/409:20
SYD
-
MSY
2 stops40h 44m
Air Canada
Fri 1/512:01
MSY
-
SYD
2 stops28h 19m
Air Canada
Deal found 2/3$1,812
Fri 17/409:20
SYD
-
MSY
2 stops22h 52m
Air Canada
Fri 24/412:00
MSY
-
SYD
2 stops28h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/3$1,864
Tue 17/306:05
SYD
-
MSY
2 stops25h 57m
Qantas Airways
Sat 21/317:15
MSY
-
SYD
2 stops28h 40m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,900
Thu 12/313:05
SYD
-
MSY
1 stop18h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/318:00
MSY
-
SYD
2 stops46h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/3$1,968

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 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 6 March 2026.

Return from

$1,726

One-way from

$981

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$3,660
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 17/4-24/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 25m total
  • Sydney to New Orleans
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16/6
  • 16/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 37h 40m total
  • Sydney to New Orleans
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price ($556 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 9% potential price decrease ($170 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 20/4

09:30-21:45

2 stops27h 15m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 27/4

15:48-07:00

2 stops24h 12m

$1,785

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/3

06:05-16:02

2 stops25h 57m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 21/3

17:15-13:55

2 stops28h 40m

$1,900

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 22/3

09:40-23:56

1 stop30h 16m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 27/3

15:04-07:30

1 stop24h 26m

$2,396

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 17/4

09:55-19:22

2 stops24h 27m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 24/4

14:14-08:45

3 stops27h 31m

$2,503

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 22/4

09:10-16:36

2 stops22h 26m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 26/4

19:37-06:55

1 stop20h 18m

$2,547

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 22/4

10:20-18:27

1 stop23h 07m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 26/4

18:58-06:55

1 stop20h 57m

$2,557

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 27/4

10:20-18:27

1 stop23h 07m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 1/5

14:25-07:00

2 stops25h 35m

$2,608
Fastest return journey

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 27/4

12:00-16:36

1 stop19h 36m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 1/5

17:21-06:55

1 stop22h 34m

$2,639

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/3

13:05-21:26

1 stop24h 21m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 21/3

17:15-06:55

1 stop21h 40m

$2,666
Cheapest one-way

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 16/6

06:20-05:00

3 stops37h 40m

$981

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What are the cheapest airlines that fly to New Orleans?

The cheapest airline flying from Sydney to New Orleans is 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 6 March 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,403 reviews
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Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gerry,Jan 2026

YVR - DEN

Seats were uncomfortable. Second leg of my flight on United had much more comfortable seats
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,403 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,403 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gerry,Jan 2026

YVR - DEN

Seats were uncomfortable. Second leg of my flight on United had much more comfortable seats

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, Air New Zealand 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 $425.

  • How much is a return flight to New Orleans?

    A return flight to New Orleans will typically cost around $486, however they can be found for as little as $425.

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

    For those looking to save time traveling to New Orleans, Melbourne offers the quickest one-way flight (23 hours 36 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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