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Cheapest round-trip
$239
Typical prices: $331-$446
Delta
Sat 12/1Sat 12/8
MSY - MKE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$96
Typical prices: $165-$378
Frontier
Wed 11/7
MSY - MKE • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between New Orleans and Milwaukee. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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October
Cheapest • 26% price drop
June
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Top layover airports
Austin Bergstrom (AUS)
Cheapest • Avg $224 (round-trip)
Nashville Intl (BNA)
Shortest trip • 4h 03m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Milwaukee (MSY-MKE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New Orleans to Milwaukee

Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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4:38 pm - 9:51 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
5h 13m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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12:52 pm - 5:16 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$239Delta
Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 10
Southwest Logo
8:05 pm - 11:55 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
3h 50m1 stop Nashville Intl
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10:20 am - 4:30 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 10m1 stop Nashville Intl
$266Southwest
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
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5:30 am - 10:40 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
5h 10m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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1:05 pm - 7:40 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 35m1 stop Kansas City
$266Southwest
Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 10
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8:05 pm - 11:55 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
3h 50m1 stop Nashville Intl
Southwest Logo
10:20 am - 4:30 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 10m1 stop Nashville Intl
$266Southwest
Fri, Oct 16 - Sat, Oct 17
Delta Logo
4:25 pm - 9:13 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 48m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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2:59 pm - 8:41 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$297Delta
Wed, Oct 28 - Sun, Nov 1
Frontier Logo
3:15 pm - 9:16 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
18h 01m1 stop Orlando
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10:15 am - 8:10 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 55m1 stop Orlando
$308Frontier
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
United Airlines Logo
7:04 am - 11:28 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 24m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:00 am - 4:08 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 08m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$324United Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Thu, Nov 26
Delta Logo
5:18 pm - 11:54 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
6h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 2:23 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 23m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$325Delta
Fri, Oct 16 - Sat, Oct 17
United Airlines Logo
2:21 pm - 7:10 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:18 am - 6:03 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
10h 45m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
$356United Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
American Airlines Logo
5:41 am - 11:31 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
5h 50m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:47 pm - 11:27 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$397American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for New Orleans to Milwaukee flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from New Orleans to Milwaukee with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Milwaukee start at $239. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $331 to $446. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $239 on Delta.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Orleans to Milwaukee, it is 10% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 27% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to Milwaukee?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to Milwaukee at $284 round-trip.
•August ($487) and September ($446) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 71% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for New Orleans to Milwaukee flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$96
Flight from New Orleans to Milwaukee

When to book flights from New Orleans to Milwaukee

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

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

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on New Orleans to Milwaukee flights?

    Among airlines operating New Orleans to Milwaukee flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

  • What airlines are available from New Orleans to Milwaukee?

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

    • Southwest
    • Delta

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

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on New Orleans to Milwaukee flights?

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

    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

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

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

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 54% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 4% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 30% on the New Orleans to Milwaukee route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $344 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $485, a difference of $141. 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 Milwaukee?

    Some of the most popular sights in Milwaukee are Fiserv Forum, Pabst Theater and Riverside Theater. These are among the most viewed places in Milwaukee on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from New Orleans to Milwaukee?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 11:40 am and lands at 2:03 pm
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 pm and lands at 2:23 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 23m.

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

    A nonstop flight from New Orleans to Milwaukee takes 2h 23m, covering 904 miles.

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

    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 are flight prices from New Orleans to Milwaukee looking right now?

    One-way fares from New Orleans to Milwaukee are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $115, which is 50% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 03m, compared with 4h 37m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 4h 37m via Dallas Love Field (DAL).

  • What car rental options are available at Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport (MKE)?

    Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport (MKE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Hertz
    • Sixt

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

    Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Milwaukee range from $331 to $446, with an average of $381 over the past 12 months. Anything below $331 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on New Orleans to Milwaukee flights?

    Delta is the only airline on the New Orleans to Milwaukee route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking New Orleans to Milwaukee 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 Thursday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $344 - about $141 less than Sunday (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New Orleans to Milwaukee trip for October. Fares historically average $284 round-trip in that month - typically $203 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport.
    - Best Western Plus Milwaukee Airport Hotel & Conference Center
    - Hyatt Place Milwaukee Airport
    - Holiday Inn & Suites Milwaukee Airport By IHG

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