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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Milwaukee to New Orleans:

• Earliest: departs at 9:05 am and lands at 11:36 am
• Latest: departs at 12:20 pm and lands at 2:51 pm.

The flight takes about 2h 31m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Milwaukee to New Orleans:

• Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Milwaukee to New Orleans takes 2h 31m, covering 904 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to New Orleans range from $359 to $518, with an average of $418 over the past 12 months. Anything below $359 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 55% above the $418 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $324 round-trip via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), compared to $809 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $90–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

One-way fares from Milwaukee to New Orleans are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $148, which is 29% below the typical average for this route.

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

• Dollar
• Hertz
• Priceless
• Thrifty
• Budget

Flights from Milwaukee to New Orleans usually depart from Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

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

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 39% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 15% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 10% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 8% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from Milwaukee to New Orleans. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $356 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $498, a difference of $142.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

2 airlines operate flights between Milwaukee and New Orleans. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Delta
• Southwest

Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 11m, compared with 4h 15m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 4h 27m via Lambert-St Louis (STL).

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.

Among airlines operating Milwaukee to New Orleans flights:

• Southwest: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Southwest: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

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.

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.

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.

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.