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Cheapest round-trip
$337
Typical prices: $263-$440
United Airlines
Wed 11/21Wed 11/28
MFE - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$225
Typical prices: $133-$308
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/5
MFE - MSY • 3 stops
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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October
Cheapest • 22% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Austin Bergstrom (AUS)
Cheapest • Avg $312 (round-trip)
Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH)
Shortest trip • 3h 58m (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

Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28
United Airlines Logo
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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5:26 pm - 9:58 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
4h 32m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$337United Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
American Airlines Logo
6:12 pm - 11:27 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 15m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:41 am - 10:32 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
4h 51m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$338American Airlines
Mon, Oct 5 - Tue, Oct 20
American Airlines Logo
5:42 am - 10:11 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 29m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
7:46 pm - 12:12 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
4h 26m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$353American Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
United Airlines Logo
5:20 am - 8:36 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
3h 16m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
3:44 pm - 9:58 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
6h 14m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$369United Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3
American Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 10:58 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 3:27 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
6h 27m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$369American Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3
Delta Logo
5:20 am - 2:21 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 01m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:21 am - 6:21 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
12h 00m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Austin Bergstrom
$379Delta
Sun, Nov 22 - Wed, Nov 25
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 10:05 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
10:50 am - 3:34 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
4h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$390American Airlines
Wed, Feb 10 - Sun, Feb 14
American Airlines Logo
4:02 pm - 11:03 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 01m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
7:48 pm - 12:04 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
4h 16m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$390American Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3
American Airlines Logo
11:21 am - 5:43 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 22m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
11:16 am - 3:27 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
4h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$398American Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 10
American Airlines Logo
6:07 pm - 10:57 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 50m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:39 am - 10:31 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
4h 52m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$398American 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 start at $337. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $263 to $440. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $337 on United Airlines.

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Key details for McAllen to New Orleans flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$225
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 8% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.
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When to book flights from McAllen to New Orleans

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from McAllen 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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Your McAllen to New Orleans flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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).

  • 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.

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

    One-stop flights from McAllen to New Orleans most commonly connect through:

    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 62% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Austin Bergstrom (AUS) - 5% of one-stop connections

    Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 45% on the McAllen to New Orleans route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $242 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $440, a difference of $198. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in New Orleans?

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

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

    A nonstop flight from McAllen to New Orleans takes 0h 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.

  • 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 $337 to $2,192. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from McAllen to New Orleans looking right now?

    One-way fares from McAllen to New Orleans are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $310, which is 24% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 3h 58m, compared with 4h 11m via Austin Bergstrom (AUS) and 4h 57m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • 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 starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Priceless
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

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

    Round-trip flights from McAllen to New Orleans range from $263 to $440, with an average of $336 over the past 12 months. Anything below $263 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $242 - about $198 less than Friday (45% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your McAllen to New Orleans trip for October. Fares historically average $263 round-trip in that month - typically $274 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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