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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$300
Typical prices: $334-$472
Frontier
Thu 8/20Mon 8/24
MKE - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$1,009
Delta
Sat 12/5Mon 12/7
MKE - MSY • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Milwaukee and New Orleans. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $353 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 12m (one-way)
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 61% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 16% price drop
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Cheap Flights 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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Recent round-trip flight deals from Milwaukee to New Orleans

Thu, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 24
Frontier Logo
12:10 pm - 5:32 pm
MKE
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MSY
29h 22m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:17 pm - 11:13 am
MSY
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MKE
16h 56m
1 stop
$300Frontier
Thu, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 24
Frontier Logo
12:10 pm - 5:32 pm
MKE
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MSY
29h 22m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
7:11 pm - 11:13 am
MSY
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MKE
16h 02m
2 stops
$309Frontier
Wed, Sep 30 - Mon, Oct 5
Southwest Logo
3:40 pm - 10:35 pm
MKE
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MSY
6h 55m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:30 am - 10:40 am
MSY
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MKE
5h 10m
1 stop
$320Southwest
Wed, Aug 19 - Wed, Aug 19
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 1:20 pm
MKE
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MSY
7h 05m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:32 pm - 10:39 pm
MSY
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MKE
5h 07m
1 stop
$320United Airlines
Sun, Sep 6 - Wed, Sep 9
Southwest Logo
8:35 am - 1:35 pm
MKE
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MSY
5h 00m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
8:20 am - 1:25 pm
MSY
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MKE
5h 05m
1 stop
$321Southwest
Thu, Sep 17 - Sat, Sep 19
Delta Logo
12:45 pm - 8:08 pm
MKE
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MSY
7h 23m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:15 am - 11:40 am
MSY
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MKE
6h 25m
1 stop
$325Delta
Sat, Oct 10 - Tue, Oct 13
Delta Logo
9:35 am - 4:08 pm
MKE
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MSY
6h 33m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:20 am - 11:29 am
MSY
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MKE
6h 09m
1 stop
$325Delta
Thu, Aug 20 - Thu, Aug 27
American Airlines Logo
11:32 am - 6:10 pm
MKE
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MSY
6h 38m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
12:44 pm - 7:59 pm
MSY
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MKE
7h 15m
1 stop
$325American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 14
American Airlines Logo
3:11 pm - 9:06 pm
MKE
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MSY
5h 55m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
3:35 pm - 10:08 pm
MSY
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MKE
6h 33m
1 stop
$325American Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 9:29 am
MKE
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MSY
4h 29m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
3:45 pm - 10:39 pm
MSY
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MKE
6h 54m
1 stop
$325United Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Milwaukee to New Orleans flights

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.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Milwaukee to New Orleans departing in August.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to New Orleans from Milwaukee usually cost between $334 and $472 in August.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $300 on Frontier (Aug 20-Aug 24).

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 round-trip 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 October, where tickets cost $348 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $516 and $514 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip 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 week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Milwaukee to New Orleans, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 61% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 11 weeks before departure.

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Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$129
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 9% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 23% 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 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Milwaukee to New Orleans was $129 for a one-way ticket and $300 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?

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Milwaukee to New Orleans are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $412 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $365 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • 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.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Milwaukee 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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