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$1,146+ 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.
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26 Apr — 3 May1
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 27 March 2026.

Thu 7/509:20
SYD
-
MSY
2 stops27h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 14/512:01
MSY
-
SYD
2 stops28h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3$1,352
Wed 20/509:20
SYD
-
MSY
2 stops40h 36m
Air Canada
Wed 27/505:15
MSY
-
SYD
2 stops35h 05m
Air Canada
Deal found 23/3$1,357
Wed 6/509:20
SYD
-
MSY
2 stops27h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 13/514:14
MSY
-
SYD
2 stops26h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3$1,358
Wed 6/509:30
SYD
-
MSY
2 stops27h 02m
United Airlines
Wed 13/518:41
MSY
-
SYD
1 stop21h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 22/3$1,789
Mon 20/709:20
SYD
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MSY
2 stops38h 26m
Air Canada
Fri 24/719:13
MSY
-
SYD
2 stops45h 07m
Air Canada
Deal found 22/3$1,815
Fri 8/509:20
SYD
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MSY
2 stops64h 30m
Air Canada
Fri 15/511:50
MSY
-
SYD
2 stops28h 30m
Air Canada
Deal found 24/3$1,857
Mon 20/712:00
SYD
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MSY
1 stop20h 07m
American Airlines
Fri 24/718:14
MSY
-
SYD
2 stops46h 16m
American Airlines
Deal found 22/3$1,859
Mon 27/417:50
SYD
-
MSY
1 stop26h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/521:46
MSY
-
SYD
2 stops42h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3$1,865
Thu 7/512:00
SYD
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MSY
1 stop25h 47m
American Airlines
Thu 14/510:34
MSY
-
SYD
1 stop29h 21m
American Airlines
Deal found 23/3$1,878
Mon 27/409:20
SYD
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MSY
2 stops46h 46m
Air Canada
Sun 10/511:50
MSY
-
SYD
2 stops28h 30m
Air Canada
Deal found 25/3$1,881

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 27 March 2026.

Return from

$1,352

One-way from

$1,146

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March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$3,269
7/5-14/5
  • 7/5-14/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 55h 31m total
  • Sydney to New Orleans
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9/5
  • 9/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 49m total
  • Sydney to New Orleans
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($346 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($135 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 6/5

09:30-21:32

2 stops27h 02m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 13/5

18:41-06:55

1 stop21h 14m

$1,789
Fastest return journey

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 11/5

10:20-17:37

2 stops22h 17m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 18/5

18:41-06:55

1 stop21h 14m

$2,098

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 6/5

09:20-17:10

2 stops22h 50m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 13/5

09:32-07:20

3 stops30h 48m

$2,202

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 11/5

17:30-08:32

3 stops30h 02m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 18/5

17:21-07:30

2 stops23h 09m

$2,589

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 6/5

21:05-23:29

3 stops41h 24m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 13/5

07:00-19:10

3 stops45h 10m

$3,553

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 6/5

21:10-21:32

2 stops39h 22m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 13/5

15:54-22:05

2 stops39h 11m

$4,034

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

$4,434

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 11/5

21:10-21:32

2 stops39h 22m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 18/5

15:54-06:05

2 stops47h 11m

$4,458

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 22/4

09:30-16:12

2 stops21h 42m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 6/5

07:00-07:00

3 stops33h 00m

$5,637
Cheapest one-way

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 9/5

17:50-05:39

1 stop26h 49m

$1,146

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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 27 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
9,492 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
9,492 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,492 reviews
Check prices

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, 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 $129, while return flights cost around $432.

  • How much is a return flight to New Orleans?

    A return flight to New Orleans will typically cost around $494, however they can be found for as little as $432.

  • 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 (22 hours 17 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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