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Cheapest round-trip
$339
Typical prices: $306-$448
United Airlines
Sun 11/25Tue 11/27
MSY - MFE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$330
Typical prices: $168-$383
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/16
MSY - MFE • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between New Orleans and McAllen. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • Avg $394 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 37m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New Orleans to McAllen (MSY-MFE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New Orleans to McAllen

Wed, Nov 25 - Fri, Nov 27
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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
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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
$339United Airlines
Tue, Dec 29 - Fri, Jan 1
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5:00 am - 9:11 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
4h 11m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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7:25 pm - 11:15 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
3h 50m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$339United Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Tue, Nov 24
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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
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9:30 am - 4:08 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 38m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$354United Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
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5:39 am - 11:07 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
5h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:28 pm - 10:59 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 31m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$369American Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
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2:12 pm - 5:59 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
3h 47m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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5:00 am - 8:48 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
3h 48m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$369United Airlines
Tue, Dec 29 - Thu, Dec 31
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6:33 pm - 11:59 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
5h 26m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:44 pm - 11:59 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 15m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$400American Airlines
Wed, Dec 30 - Thu, Dec 31
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7:48 pm - 11:59 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
4h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:44 pm - 11:59 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 15m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$400American Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Nov 25
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7:35 am - 1:38 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
6h 03m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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4:19 pm - 9:38 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 19m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$429American Airlines
Tue, Dec 29 - Wed, Dec 30
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7:48 pm - 11:59 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
4h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:39 am - 10:08 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 29m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$461American Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Fri, Nov 20
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8:00 pm - 11:07 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
15h 07m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:58 pm - 5:10 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
31h 12m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$497Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for New Orleans to McAllen flights

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

Round-trip flights from New Orleans to McAllen typically range from $306 to $448. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $339, on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Orleans to McAllen?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Orleans to McAllen. It’s 19% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 54% higher.

Key details for New Orleans to McAllen flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$330
Beat the crowds with an average 76% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 20% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from New Orleans to McAllen

When to book flights from New Orleans to McAllen

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

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

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

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

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

    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 New Orleans to McAllen flight?

    Round-trip flights from New Orleans to McAllen range from $306 to $448, with an average of $388 over the past 12 months. Anything below $306 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from New Orleans to McAllen 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 $2,285. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from New Orleans to McAllen are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $391, which is 63% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at McAllen Miller Intl Airport (MFE)?

    McAllen Miller Intl Airport (MFE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $52 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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

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

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

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

    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 77% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 23% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 47% on flights from New Orleans to McAllen. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $318 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $598, a difference of $280.

    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 New Orleans to McAllen?

    Flying via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 11m, compared with 4h 37m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

Your guide to booking New Orleans to McAllen 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average $318, about $280 less than Monday fares (47% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New Orleans to McAllen trip for January. Fares historically average $217 round-trip in that month - typically $281 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to McAllen Miller Intl Airport.

    • Wyndham Garden McAllen at La Plaza Mall
    • DoubleTree Suites by Hilton McAllen
    • OYO Hotel Mcallen Airport South

More options for your flight from New Orleans to McAllen

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