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$1,105+ Cheap flights to New Orleans

— MSY
19 Oct — 26 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to New Orleans in 2026

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Cheapest flights to New Orleans

Fri 6/1111:15 -
2 stops38h 17m
Tue 10/1105:39 -
1 stop32h 16m
Deal found 15/9$1,730
Thu 15/1010:10 -
2 stops24h 46m
Wed 28/1014:36 -
2 stops26h 24m
Deal found 16/9$1,741
Thu 15/1010:30 -
2 stops22h 35m
Wed 28/1014:12 -
1 stop24h 48m
Deal found 16/9$1,746
Fri 16/1018:50 -
1 stop26h 15m
Fri 23/1022:07 -
2 stops42h 48m
Deal found 18/9$1,866
Fri 16/1010:10 -
2 stops23h 24m
Fri 23/1015:45 -
2 stops24h 20m
Deal found 18/9$1,876
Fri 16/1011:20 -
1 stop27h 31m
Fri 23/1008:05 -
1 stop31h 50m
Deal found 18/9$2,107
Fri 6/1111:20 -
2 stops40h 03m
Tue 10/1116:00 -
2 stops24h 35m
Deal found 16/9$2,533

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Return from

$1,730

One-way from

$1,105

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$1,543
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 6/11-10/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 70h 33m total
  • Sydney to New Orleans
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 20/11-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 01m total
  • Sydney to New Orleans
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($137 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($99 potential savings vs. average return price).
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SydneyNew Orleans

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 20/11

09:15-13:16

1 stop21h 01m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,105

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 20/11

18:55-05:30

3 stops51h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,283

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 15/10

11:20-22:51

1 stop27h 31m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 28/10

17:26-07:00

1 stop21h 34m

$1,746

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/11

14:05-10:06

1 stop37h 01m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 10/11

17:58-09:00

2 stops46h 02m

$1,835

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 16/10

11:20-22:51

1 stop27h 31m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 23/10

08:05-07:55

1 stop31h 50m

$2,107

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/11

11:20-10:23

2 stops40h 03m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 10/11

15:43-09:35

2 stops24h 52m

$2,535

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/11

22:10-20:02

2 stops38h 52m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 10/11

10:33-19:20

2 stops39h 47m

$2,652

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 9/10

09:55-11:48

2 stops65h 53m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 14/10

08:06-07:20

2 stops31h 14m

$2,670

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/11

21:35-23:52

3 stops43h 17m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 10/11

07:00-19:25

3 stops67h 25m

$2,790

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What are the cheapest airlines that fly to New Orleans?

The cheapest airline flying from Sydney to New Orleans is Delta.

Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Delta 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.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,589 reviews
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Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Jennifer,Sept 2026

ORD - LGA

The flight crew was 30 minutes late to an am flight and then that caused a delay
Delta
7.8
Good
8,589 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,589 reviews
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Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Jennifer,Sept 2026

ORD - LGA

The flight crew was 30 minutes late to an am flight and then that caused a delay

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 $116, while return flights cost around $419.

  • How much is a return flight to New Orleans?

    A return flight to New Orleans will typically cost around $480, however they can be found for as little as $419.

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

    For those looking to save time traveling to New Orleans, Brisbane offers the quickest one-way flight (23 hours 25 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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