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Find cheap flights from Milwaukee to New Orleans from $89

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Milwaukee to New Orleans departing on 5/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap flight deals from Milwaukee to New Orleans (MKE-MSY)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Milwaukee to New Orleans that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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5:15 am - 2:50 pmMKE-MSY
9h 35m1 stop
4:10 pm - 11:51 pmMSY-MKE
7h 41m1 stop
$136Spirit Airlines
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Wed, May 22 - Sat, May 25
8:26 am - 9:15 pmMKE-MSY
12h 49m1 stop
10:45 pm - 8:44 amMSY-MKE
9h 59m1 stop
$138Frontier
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Tue, May 21 - Tue, May 28
5:15 am - 4:43 pmMKE-MSY
11h 28m1 stop
8:47 pm - 7:26 amMSY-MKE
10h 39m1 stop
Wed, May 15 - Wed, May 22
5:15 am - 6:11 pmMKE-MSY
12h 56m1 stop
9:34 am - 10:56 amMSY-MKE
25h 22m1 stop
Thu, May 9 - Tue, May 14
12:43 pm - 5:18 pmMKE-MSY
4h 35m1 stop
12:43 pm - 5:23 pmMSY-MKE
4h 40m1 stop
$253American Airlines
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Sat, Sep 7 - Wed, Sep 11
12:20 pm - 6:49 pmMKE-MSY
6h 29m1 stop
5:30 am - 11:12 amMSY-MKE
5h 42m1 stop
$256Delta
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Wed, Sep 25 - Tue, Oct 1
10:16 am - 6:08 pmMKE-MSY
7h 52m2 stops
9:28 am - 5:23 pmMSY-MKE
7h 55m1 stop
$259American Airlines
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Sat, Sep 7 - Wed, Sep 11
6:45 pm - 11:31 pmMKE-MSY
4h 46m1 stop
2:40 pm - 9:38 pmMSY-MKE
6h 58m1 stop
$274Delta
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Mon, Sep 23 - Sat, Sep 28
5:15 am - 9:36 amMKE-MSY
4h 21m1 stop
3:30 pm - 10:47 pmMSY-MKE
7h 17m1 stop
$326United Airlines
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Sat, Sep 28 - Sat, Sep 28
5:46 pm - 10:01 pmMKE-MSY
4h 15m1 stop
10:36 am - 5:00 pmMSY-MKE
6h 24m1 stop
$356United Airlines
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Wed, Sep 25 - Fri, Sep 27

Flights from Milwaukee to New Orleans - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Milwaukee to New Orleans to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Milwaukee to New Orleans?

The average price of all flights from Milwaukee to New Orleans clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
For Milwaukee to New Orleans, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Friday is the most expensive. Flying from New Orleans back to Milwaukee, the best deals are generally found on Tuesday, with Monday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Milwaukee to New Orleans?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Milwaukee to New Orleans, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Milwaukee to New Orleans is August, where tickets cost $322 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and June, where the average cost of tickets is $499 and $448 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Milwaukee to New Orleans?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Milwaukee to New Orleans, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Milwaukee to New Orleans, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 49 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Milwaukee to New Orleans?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the last 3 days, Spirit Airlines offered the best one-way deal for that route, at $89. KAYAK users also found Milwaukee to New Orleans round-trip flights on Spirit Airlines from $136 and on Frontier from $138.

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Low season

July

High season

April

Cheapest flight

$89
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 8% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Milwaukee to New Orleans

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Milwaukee to New Orleans based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Milwaukee to New Orleans

  • Which airlines operating from Milwaukee to New Orleans consider persons with reduced mobility?

    Travelers with limited mobility are welcome to travel on this route since all airlines operate flights with accessible services. For instance, if you book your ticket with Sun Country Air, the team will provide peerless services, including wheelchair support and meet-and-assist services from MKE to MSY. Also, the staff will help you access lavatories and help you deplane.

  • Which other nearby cities can I travel to from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport?

    After landing at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport, you can travel to several cities and nearby towns. The airport is a major transportation hub with great transport networks. You can conveniently travel to Avondale, Metairie, Grand Isle, Kenner, and Jefferson. You can conveniently get to the destinations by bus, taxi, or car rental.

  • How convenient is it to land in New Orleans late at night?

    If you arrive late at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport, you can find a comfortable place to nap for the rest of the night. However, due to a lot of noise and bright lights, getting a hotel to sleep in is always an unbeatable option. Contempra Inn and India House Hostel offer affordable accommodation and convenient airport access.

  • How can I be eco-friendly when traveling from Milwaukee to New Orleans?

    If you want to be eco-friendly when traveling from Milwaukee to New Orleans, consider traveling with United Airlines. The carrier is committed to implementing policies to reduce its environmental impact. The airline launched "flight for the planet," as the most eco-friendly air journey. The airline also pledged to reduce carbon emissions by 50% by 2050.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Milwaukee to New Orleans?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Milwaukee to New Orleans was $89 for a one-way ticket and $136 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Milwaukee and New Orleans?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Milwaukee to New Orleans. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Milwaukee to New Orleans?

    Milwaukee and New Orleans are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Milwaukee from Milwaukee-Mitchell and will be arriving at New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Milwaukee to New Orleans?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Milwaukee to New Orleans?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Milwaukee and New Orleans, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to New Orleans from Milwaukee?

    Atlanta is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Milwaukee to New Orleans.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Milwaukee to New Orleans, Delta or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Milwaukee to New Orleans are Delta and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $356 and an overall rating of 8.0, Delta is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $421 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Milwaukee to New Orleans?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Milwaukee to New Orleans.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Milwaukee to New Orleans?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New Orleans from Milwaukee is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Milwaukee to New Orleans?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to New Orleans with an airline and back to Milwaukee with another airline. Booking your flights between Milwaukee and MSY can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Milwaukee to New Orleans?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to New Orleans from Milwaukee up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from MKE to New Orleans

  • Flights from Milwaukee to New Orleans originate at Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport (MKE) and end at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY). This route is operated by Delta, Sun Country Air, United Airlines, American Airlines, Frontier, and Spirit Airlines.
  • The most common layover cities when traveling from Milwaukee to New Orleans include Washington, D.C., Seattle, Philadelphia, Orlando, Pensacola, Phoenix, Atlanta, Charlotte, Dallas, Detroit, Denver, Chicago, Houston, Fort Lauderdale, Las Vegas, Minneapolis, Los Angeles, and Nashville. The layover cities vary based on different airlines and flight routes and specific schedules.
  • Since United Airlines has a hub at MSY, consider traveling with the carrier to gain a priority pass into the United Lounge. The lounge has unlimited amenities, including refreshments, entertainment, digital magazines, comfortable seating, and complimentary food, drinks, and snacks. A business center is also available in the lounge for your convenience.
  • Suppose you wish to travel with your family from Milwaukee to New Orleans; consider booking your flight ticket with Delta Air Lines. The carrier has kid-friendly flights, including discounted airfare for infants and children. The airline allows families to sit together on board, with priority boarding for families with small kids and infants. It also provides designated baby meals and original toys.
  • If you live far from MKE and have an early morning flight, consider booking a nearby hotel to escape the stress of commuting in the morning. Multiple hotels offer affordable accommodation services and are also conveniently close to the airport. The hotels to consider include Red Lotus Inn, Econo Lodge Milwaukee Airport, and Motel 6 Milwaukee, WI-Glendale.
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Top 5 airlines serving from Milwaukee to New Orleans

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Milwaukee to New Orleans. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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8.0
DeltaOverall score based on 11004 reviews
8.6crew
7.9comfort
8.0entertainment
7.5food
8.2boarding
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I'm a larger, athletic guy (6'2", 260lbs powerlifter) and I found the seats incredibly uncomfortable with minimal leg room, especially in a window seat. Now, I full understand that being smaller may change my view but even if I was 80lbs less, my legs would be the same size and I was sandwiched between my seat and the seat in front of me.

6.0 GoodDan, Apr 2024LGA - DEN
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I'm a larger, athletic guy (6'2", 260lbs powerlifter) and I found the seats incredibly uncomfortable with minimal leg room, especially in a window seat. Now, I full understand that being smaller may change my view but even if I was 80lbs less, my legs would be the same size and I was sandwiched between my seat and the seat in front of me.

Horrible. This was not first class. This was a connecting flight whi h was late. My original flight never came. I hated the fact that delta gave me a connecting flight from New York to Orlando Florida. No meals and the television screens were not working. There wasn't even any power to charge your phones. This is NOT FIRST CLASS DELTA!!! Do better next time!

This flight was ridiculous. I had to have a connecting flight from New York to orlando Florida??? The flight left late and because it was a short flight there was no first class amenities. I had one alcohol drink. The flight crew was fine, but it sure did not feel like first class. Delta to me dropped the ball by giving me a connecting flight. By the time we got to Raleigh we would have missed the next flight. Lucky for me the flight never came so now I was stuck waiting for a later flight that came in late also.

Our flight was delayed in Atlanta. The staff could have gave us an explanation for the delay and how long it would be.

I liked the ease of checking in, luggage check in, wheel chair assistance, boarding and flight.

On my way home I had a layover. The flight from ATL to CLT was amended 5x while I was waiting. I could have driven home sooner. Overall from Dallas, Tx to Charlotte, NC I started my trip at 4:30pm, I didn’t get home until past midnight. I know things happen, but 5x to make me run back and forth in an airport from different terminals is excessive. I also upgraded to comfort + , I didn’t feel it was worth it. There was no benefit

On my way home I had a layover. The flight from ATL to CLT was amended 5x while I was waiting. I could have driven home sooner. Overall from Dallas, Tx to Charlotte, NC I started my trip at 4:30pm, I didn’t get home until past midnight. I know things happen, but 5x to make me run back and forth in an airport from different terminals is excessive.

They did a fine job. Can't wait to use Delta in the future.

There was a loud squeaky sound the whole time we were flying.

Had a broken tray in business class. Crew just shrugged it off.

Due to one crew member not showing up to work, our flight was significantly delayed causing us to miss our connecting flight in Houston to Mississippi causing us to be delayed by more than 6 hours and missing our event all together. Very disappointing. All because ONE crew member called in sick. United did grant us a $15 meal voucher, which was a small but appreciated concession that I wasn’t able to use because I ordered my lunch and paid for it before applying the concession, and the staff said it was too late to use it. Ugh! We also had a TWO delay coming back from Mississippi, but that was on American Airlines and it was due to weather, so not their fault. Anyway, not at all impressed with United’s handling of our flight and the HUGE disappointment of missing our important family event for our 90 year old mother. All that money and all that stress and emotions for nothing. Having to wait the hour to bring an employee from LAX seemed like something that should not have happened. Why don’t you have a local back-up? Santa Ana is not a little airport in a rural area.

Flight delayed from Cape Town to Washington then got diverted to miami and in miami we had to fend for ourselves , im still trying to get to Shreveport now

delay several times and wait extra long to board. no entertainment service because there are problem for some rows. always encounter some delays for the last flight of the day.

I just wrote a text which was supposed to be for the flight from Denver to spokane not Frankfurt to Denver.

On time every leg of the journey and exceptional staff at counter, gate, and on board. I haven’t travelled in US for a long time and was genuinely surprised how pleasant this was.

The delays (5 hrs) were a comedy of errors, and the multiple safety issues encountered were very concerning.

flight delays, staff only communicating when pushed, food service lasting a grand total of 7 minutes, stuck in seat from 45mins into flight until landing

Crew was great and did their best to make us comfortable and captain came out at the beginning to announce why the flight was delayed, weather situation up ahead, and kept us updated throughout the flight.

they made me check my carryon. There was space in the overhead bins.

Nice flight, nice crew but no cookie or napkin with my seltzer.

This flight is frequently delayed. The connections seemingly are more frequently delayed. I’ve missed connections as a result twice on the same route to charlotte then Charleston. Final destination arrival has been the next day, twice in a row. No pilots, no crew. Too many excuses. Unfortunately, my days with American are over.

Entertainment was okay not because anything was wrong but it is a short flight so having no wifi is annoying but understandable. Crew was outstanding as usual

Those seats were way too narrow. I had the middle seat, one person was a very skinny person and we still couldn’t avoid touching each other anytime one of us moved. The other person was larger and we were basically sitting in each others lap the entire flight. There was zero entertainment. The flight was long enough to justify tvs, but no. Gotta sit there in your infant seat and twiddle your thumbs.

The Flight attendant had an attitude and didn't allow anyone any time to prepare for landing despite being absent throughout the entire trip

Flight boarded without pilots. Sat on plane for 3 hrs. after over an hour late boarding. Plane never took off. Had to deplane near midnight. Line for rebooking was 3 hours + long. I had to leave.

The flight was great but board was a nightmare. The gate was changed 4 times during the layover period

The experience was great and much better than the flight going out. of course I was in first class but the service was excellent

Cold air blew constantly on my legs almost making me numb.

Missed the flight because of them and up geting a rental car

Delayd flight out of atl as always miss my conection in dfw no flight untill next day

Spirit canceled the flight in March and never notified me!

Seats suck, not enough room, overcrowded planes, hectic situation all together.

Pretty good. Would’ve been excellent if we would have left on time and the crew wasn’t late.

I do not like the customer service, I had an emergency and needed to cancel a pet reservation right after I had booked it and they would not do anything but issue a credit. I haven't flown in years as I have 7 kids and don't have spare time. I want my $125 back on my card please

Spirit airline tries to screw you at every opportunity. Spirit wanted 65$ for an extra pound in the suitcase Made me open the suitcase at the counter to remove 1 pound. Staff very cold and rude Will never fly spirit again and will recommend same to family and friends

Delayed..4 times...completely disorganized boarding. After 5 hours they scrambled to move ppl off plane bc they overbooked. Then they didn't have a cabin crew. WiFi on plane didn't work. Zero amenities. Once we boarded we sat on tarmac for an hour. Explore all alternate options including purchasing a pair of hiking boots and walking to your destination instead of flying spirit.

what I like about Spirit is that the pilot and crew are good communicators. The plane itself - well, its a budget airline and you get what is expected, But I generally just feel safer, somehow, when I know more about what is going on - and Spirit has always done a good job of telling me what is going on: why the delay, why the turbulence, why this and that... and that means a lot to me.

I paid just under 200 for flight and luggage, then paid 200 to change the flight, then paid 100 for a carry on. Then the cancelled the flight. Of the 500 I spent they refunded 250. I bought a delta flight for 270 never flew with spirit, but spirit kept 250, not even refunding the 100 for the carry on though they cancelled the flight (for weather on a day with only a slight rain ).

Flight attendants heavily pushed their affinity credit card. Very annoying

They charged me 212.00 for a heavy check in bag at the gate. The pricing and process was so confusing - as if it was designed to purposefully gouge customers who need to board plane. That experience combined with the outrageous price charged will prevent me from ever flying Spirit again. And I’ll be sure to tell the story to anyone who cares to hear.

I purchased a carry on bag online…was supposed to cost $72 but after a whole slew of bs charges, the total was over $175.00. Because of these hidden charges, I will not even consider flying Frontier ever again. It’s just not worth the hassle. I’m scratching this company off my list forever.

Flight was OK. Seats were good no cell phone charges on the plane no TVs or entertainment.

There were 3 leg for the trip and each leg was delayed by 90 minutes or more. The boarding process takes forever with people waiting on the jetway even though most folks do not have carry-on. The whole process is poorly managed.

Flight cancelled and was told by a rude gate agent that they don’t accommodate on other airlines. Had to wait 5 hours for a connecting flight that had a 7 hour layover. Would not allow bags to be checked early so we couldn’t go through security .Had to rent a car for the afternoon to store bags and get a meal. Also incurred a hotel fee. No apology or reason given for the cancellation- just rudeness.

They cancelled the flight then did nothing to help us rebook. It was awful - I won’t fly with them again

The process of buying the ticket and navigating all the hidden charges that Frontier throws at you was a terrible experience. The actual airport experience and flying was fine.

The truck that was refueling the plane drove away with the hose still connected to the plane and ripped part of the plane off with it

Not have to pay for every single item to take a flight. Seating and delays sucked.

Flight was cancelled and I had to spend the night in the airport lugging my suitcase around

If you don’t check in 24 hours in advance, they will charge you $110 to check your bag instead of the $30. I did not get an email with this information and did not check in. In addition, my flight home was cancelled at layover and I had to spend the night in the airport, and then have another layover at another airport before making it home. Will not fly frontier again.

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Milwaukee to New Orleans found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
5/23Thu
1 stopSpirit Airlines
6h 00mMKE-MSY
$89
5/23Thu
1 stopSpirit Airlines
6h 00mMKE-MSY
$93
5/5Sun
1 stopSpirit Airlines
12h 21mMKE-MSY
$103
5/9Thu
1 stopSpirit Airlines
15h 01mMKE-MSY
$109
6/20Thu
1 stopFrontier
6h 35mMKE-MSY
$129
5/15Wed
2 stopsAmerican Airlines
7h 23mMKE-MSY
$133
6/9Sun
1 stopAmerican Airlines
5h 33mMKE-MSY
$157
5/3Fri
1 stopDelta
4h 50mMKE-MSY
$257
5/3Fri
1 stopDelta
4h 50mMKE-MSY
$298
5/23Thu
3 stopsUnited Airlines
12h 49mMKE-MSY
$803

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Last minute flights from Milwaukee to New Orleans

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Milwaukee to New Orleans that are departing in the next 10 days.
4/29Mon
multi-stopFrontier
23h 16mMKE-MSY
5/2Thu
multi-stopFrontier
18h 31mMSY-MKE
$130
4/29Mon
multi-stop
23h 16mMKE-MSY
5/3Fri
multi-stop
5h 32mMSY-MKE
$192
4/28Sun
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
11h 04mMKE-MSY
4/30Tue
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
8h 58mMSY-MKE
$272
4/28Sun
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
12h 13mMKE-MSY
4/30Tue
multi-stopSpirit Airlines
19h 00mMSY-MKE
$335
4/27Sat
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
8h 46mMKE-MSY
4/30Tue
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
7h 14mMSY-MKE
$596
4/29Mon
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
8h 46mMKE-MSY
5/2Thu
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
5h 28mMSY-MKE
$599
4/25Thu
multi-stopUnited Airlines
10h 54mMKE-MSY
4/28Sun
multi-stopUnited Airlines
7h 50mMSY-MKE
$844
4/25Thu
multi-stopUnited Airlines
10h 54mMKE-MSY
4/28Sun
multi-stopUnited Airlines
9h 51mMSY-MKE
$1,161
4/29Mon
multi-stopDelta
6h 56mMKE-MSY
5/2Thu
multi-stopDelta
6h 50mMSY-MKE
$1,892
4/25Thu
multi-stopDelta
8h 22mMKE-MSY
4/28Sun
multi-stopDelta
6h 50mMSY-MKE
$3,909

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Milwaukee - New Orleans Flights

Departure:

Milwaukee (MKE)United States

Destination:

New Orleans (MSY)United States

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New Orleans - Milwaukee

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