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Cheapest round-trip
$339
Typical prices: $309-$448
United Airlines
Sun 11/25Thu 11/29
MFE - MSY • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between McAllen and New Orleans. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 16% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH)
Cheapest • Avg $404 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 5h 24m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from McAllen to New Orleans (MFE-MSY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from McAllen to New Orleans

Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29
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5:15 pm - 9:43 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 28m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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5:00 am - 8:54 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
3h 54m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$339United Airlines
Fri, Apr 2 - Wed, Apr 7
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5:20 am - 10:06 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 46m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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9:18 am - 2:51 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
5h 33m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$409American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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5:00 am - 10:05 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:28 pm - 11:14 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
4h 46m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$429American Airlines
Tue, Jan 5 - Sat, Jan 9
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7:15 am - 11:04 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
3h 49m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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7:00 am - 11:27 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
4h 27m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$439United Airlines
Sat, Apr 17 - Tue, Apr 20
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7:00 am - 10:45 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
3h 45m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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2:12 pm - 7:20 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
5h 08m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$439United Airlines
Fri, Apr 2 - Wed, Apr 7
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5:15 pm - 11:15 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 00m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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2:12 pm - 5:45 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
3h 33m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$494United Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29
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9:32 pm - 7:12 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
33h 40m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:55 pm - 9:30 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
14h 35m1 stop Orlando
$576Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Fri, Nov 20
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9:19 pm - 5:30 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
32h 11m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Los Angeles
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8:05 pm - 2:57 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
18h 52m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$594Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Fri, Nov 20
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6:32 am - 11:39 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 07m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:31 pm - 8:55 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
14h 24m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$677American Airlines
Fri, Apr 2 - Wed, Apr 7
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12:47 pm - 10:08 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
21h 21m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
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6:43 pm - 11:10 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
16h 27m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$727Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for McAllen to New Orleans flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from McAllen to New Orleans?

Round-trip flights from McAllen to New Orleans typically range from $309 to $448. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $339, on United Airlines.

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Key details for McAllen to New Orleans flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$339
Beat the crowds with an average 86% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 30% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from McAllen to New Orleans

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Your McAllen to New Orleans flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from McAllen to New Orleans?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from McAllen to New Orleans.

  • How long is a flight from McAllen to New Orleans?

    A nonstop flight from McAllen to New Orleans takes 00m, covering 553 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from McAllen to New Orleans?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a McAllen to New Orleans flight?

    Round-trip flights from McAllen to New Orleans range from $309 to $448, with an average of $368 over the past 12 months. Anything below $309 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from McAllen to New Orleans changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $339 to $1,701. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • What car rental options are available at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $62 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Priceless
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from McAllen to New Orleans?

    Flights from McAllen to New Orleans usually depart from McAllen Miller Intl (MFE) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from McAllen to New Orleans pass through?

    Connecting flights from McAllen to New Orleans most commonly pass through:

    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 62% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 38% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from McAllen to New Orleans?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 55% on flights from McAllen to New Orleans. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $242 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $537, a difference of $295.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from McAllen to New Orleans?

    Flying via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 09m, compared with 5h 24m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What popular places can I visit in New Orleans?

    Some of the most popular sights in New Orleans are New Orleans Morial Convention Center, Caesars Superdome and Canal Street. These are among the most viewed places in New Orleans on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking McAllen to New Orleans flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $242, about $295 less than Saturday fares (55% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your McAllen to New Orleans trip for January. Fares historically average $309 round-trip in that month - typically $524 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).

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