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$991+ 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 9/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— MSY
28 Mar — 4 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 26 February 2026.

Sat 25/417:50
SYD
-
MSY
1 stop26h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/411:18
MSY
-
SYD
2 stops33h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/2$1,701
Fri 10/409:00
SYD
-
MSY
2 stops35h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 17/420:20
MSY
-
SYD
1 stop44h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2$1,903
Fri 27/211:20
SYD
-
MSY
2 stops43h 09m
Air Canada
Tue 3/316:00
MSY
-
SYD
2 stops48h 35m
Air Canada
Deal found 24/2$1,961
Fri 10/409:20
SYD
-
MSY
2 stops51h 25m
Air Canada
Fri 17/420:30
MSY
-
SYD
2 stops43h 50m
Air Canada
Deal found 24/2$1,965
Sat 21/1114:05
SYD
-
MSY
1 stop19h 14m
Qantas Airways
Mon 30/1117:05
MSY
-
SYD
1 stop20h 50m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 24/2$2,010
Fri 10/409:15
SYD
-
MSY
1 stop29h 41m
Delta
Fri 17/407:08
MSY
-
SYD
1 stop32h 42m
Delta
Deal found 24/2$2,050
Sat 21/1111:20
SYD
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MSY
2 stops46h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 30/1114:21
MSY
-
SYD
2 stops26h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2$2,105

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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 26 February 2026.

Return from

$1,701

One-way from

$991

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Average price

$2,129
25/4-30/4
  • 25/4-30/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 60h 26m total
  • Sydney to New Orleans
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9/5
  • 9/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 27h 00m total
  • Sydney to New Orleans
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price ($538 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 9% potential price decrease ($168 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 25/4

11:55-21:32

2 stops24h 37m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 30/4

14:14-10:40

3 stops29h 26m

$2,355

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

$2,357

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 22/4

17:50-23:59

2 stops21h 09m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 6/5

17:21-06:55

1 stop22h 34m

$4,345

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 19/4

14:05-22:47

2 stops47h 42m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 8/5

07:15-11:45

2 stops37h 30m

$12,100

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 22/4

10:20-23:15

1 stop27h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/5

17:21-07:00

2 stops22h 39m

$12,999

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 22/4

10:20-23:15

1 stop27h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 6/5

18:41-06:55

1 stop21h 14m

$12,999

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 9/5

17:50-05:50

1 stop27h 00m

$991

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 28/4

10:15-05:30

3 stops58h 15m

$4,332

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 27/4

07:40-20:58

2 stops52h 18m

$6,288

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 26/4

14:05-20:58

2 stops45h 53m

$6,305

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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 26 February 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
9,348 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

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
9,348 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,348 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

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, Virgin Australia 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 $126, while return flights cost around $421.

  • How much is a return flight to New Orleans?

    A return flight to New Orleans will typically cost around $481, however they can be found for as little as $421.

  • 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 (22 hours 34 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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