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Cheap Flights from the United Kingdom to New Orleans

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from the United Kingdom to New Orleans

Thu, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 7
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2:00 pm - 7:07 pmLGW  London Gatwick-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
35h 07m1 stop Orlando
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3:17 pm - 10:00 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LGW London Gatwick
12h 43m1 stop Orlando
$693Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 10 - Wed, Feb 3
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12:35 pm - 7:11 pmLGW  London Gatwick-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
36h 36m1 stop Orlando
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7:10 am - 6:50 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LGW London Gatwick
41h 40m2 stops Charleston Orlando
$718Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 21
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1:40 pm - 5:50 pmLHR  London Heathrow-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
10h 10mnonstop
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7:55 pm - 10:35 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LHR London Heathrow
8h 40mnonstop
$721British Airways
Sun, Jan 10 - Tue, Feb 2
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12:35 pm - 7:11 pmLGW  London Gatwick-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
36h 36m1 stop Orlando
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8:25 am - 6:55 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LGW London Gatwick
40h 30m2 stops Raleigh-Durham Orlando
$725Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 10 - Thu, Feb 4
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12:35 pm - 7:11 pmLGW  London Gatwick-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
36h 36m1 stop Orlando
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9:57 am - 6:50 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LGW London Gatwick
14h 53m1 stop Orlando
$740Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 10 - Mon, Feb 1
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12:35 pm - 7:11 pmLGW  London Gatwick-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
36h 36m1 stop Orlando
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6:40 pm - 6:50 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LGW London Gatwick
30h 10m1 stop Orlando
$748Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 10 - Fri, Feb 5
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12:35 pm - 7:11 pmLGW  London Gatwick-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
36h 36m1 stop Orlando
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7:10 am - 10:00 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LGW London Gatwick
20h 50m2 stops Charleston Orlando
$751Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 10 - Tue, Feb 2
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12:35 pm - 7:11 pmLGW  London Gatwick-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
36h 36m1 stop Orlando
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9:00 am - 6:50 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LGW London Gatwick
15h 50m1 stop Orlando
$757Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 12 - Thu, Feb 4
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9:35 am - 12:35 pmLGW  London Gatwick-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
33h 00m1 stop Orlando
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9:57 am - 6:50 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LGW London Gatwick
14h 53m1 stop Orlando
$769Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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1:40 pm - 5:50 pmLHR  London Heathrow-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
10h 10mnonstop
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7:55 pm - 10:35 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LHR London Heathrow
8h 40mnonstop
$911British Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to New Orleans

Get data-powered insights and trends for flights to New Orleans to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest flight to New Orleans?

In the last 5 days, the cheapest flight deal to New Orleans was found on the route from London, at $693 return. The most popular connection is from London to New Orleans and KAYAK users have found round-trip deals for as low as $693 in the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest day to fly to New Orleans?

Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to New Orleans is Saturday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as $1,094. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Sunday, where round-trip prices are $1,810 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly to New Orleans?

The cheapest month for flights to New Orleans is February, where tickets cost $880 on average for return flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, where the average cost of tickets from the United Kingdom is $1,451 and $1,258 respectively. For one-way flights, the best month to travel is September with an average price of $731.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to New Orleans?

The cheapest time of day to fly to New Orleans is generally in the afternoon, when round-trip flights cost $1,035 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to New Orleans is generally in the evening, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $1,220.

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

To get a below average price, you should book around 6 weeks before departure, which saves you about 45% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 21 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$481
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 36% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 11% lower on average.
Flight from London Heathrow Airport to New Orleans

FAQs - booking New Orleans flights

  • What is the best way to get from the airport to the French Quarter?

    The quickest way to get from New Orleans Airport to the French Quarter is to take the airport shuttle bus, drive, or take a taxi, all of which will take you around 20min. The cheapest way is to take the public bus, but this takes around 50min.

  • Which airports in the UK offer direct flights to New Orleans?

    You can fly directly from London Heathrow Airport to New Orleans for the quickest journey time. For the best prices you should consider taking a non-direct flight, which operate from both Heathrow Airport and Gatwick Airport.

  • How early does the airport open?

    New Orleans airport is open 24h a day, but different airlines, ticket counters, and other facilities at the airport have varying opening times. It is best to check with your specific airline for their opening times before arriving at the airport.

  • Does the airport have facilities for disabled passengers?

    New Orleans airport has been designed to be accessible for disabled passengers and is free of any architectural barriers. Visual Paging Displays are available throughout the airport for deaf and hard of hearing passengers. An adult changing room is available in the family bathroom, located after security.

  • Are there hotel shuttles from New Orleans Airport?

    Several hotels close to New Orleans Airport offer complimentary shuttles for guests from the airport terminal. The shuttles depart from The Ground Transportation Centre, outside Level 1 Baggage Claim.

  • What is the cheapest flight to New Orleans?

    In the last 5 days, the cheapest flight deal to New Orleans was found on the route from London, at $693 return. The most popular connection is from London to New Orleans and KAYAK users have found round-trip deals for as low as $693 in the last 5 days.

  • How far is New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport from central New Orleans?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport is 11 miles from the center of New Orleans.

  • What is the name of New Orleans’s airport?

    All flights to New Orleans land at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport. The airport code is MSY,and it can also be referred to as Louis Armstrong, Louis Armstrong New Orleans, or Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.

  • How much is a flight to New Orleans?

    On average, a flight to New Orleans costs $1,009. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $673 and departed from London Heathrow Airport.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights 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 to New Orleans.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to New Orleans?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New Orleans is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights 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 with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight 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 up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • How many direct flights to New Orleans are there each week?

    Each week there are around 2,028 direct flights from within United Kingdom to New Orleans. The most common day for departures is Sunday, with 17% of flights taking off on this day.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to New Orleans

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $869 or less one-way.
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest New Orleans flight deals.
  • Louis Armstrong New Orleans Airport (MSY) is located in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, and is the main way to get from the UK to New Orleans. The airport is located around 15 miles from the city centre.
  • British Airways is the only airline that currently offers direct flights from the UK to New Orleans, so it’s the best airline choice if you are looking to maximise your time.
  • The best way to get from the New Orleans Airport to the city centre is by using the Airport Shuttle Service, which departs every 30min and runs all year round. The cheapest way is to take the 202 Airport Express city bus, but this is less frequent and takes longer.
  • New Orleans Airport has Mother’s Rooms located in each concourse post-security for nursing mothers to use before or after their flight.
  • Those entering New Orleans from the UK will need an ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorisation) in order to enter. This can be applied for quickly and easily online in advance.
  • There are nine car hire companies that you can choose from at New Orleans Airport for your onwards journey. You can get to the car hire centre using the MSY hire car Lot Shuttle, located in the Long-Term Parking Garage.
  • For the best prices we recommend choosing a non-direct flight to New Orleans, with a lot more airline options and better deals.
  • New Orleans Airport has three lounges you can enjoy: The Delta SkyClub and The United Lounge are available for passengers flying on those airlines, or you can pay around $44.78 (£32) to access The Club MSY.

Reviews of the top airlines flying from the United Kingdom to New Orleans

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to New Orleans? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.1
American AirlinesOverall score based on 12061 reviews
7.4Boarding
6.4Food
6.8Entertainment
7.2Comfort
7.9Crew
Airline reviews

Trash. Sat on the runway for 40 mins…missed connecting flight because of it now I’m stuck. Thanks…a whole fkn lot.

2.0 MediocreMichael, Jun 2026
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Trash. Sat on the runway for 40 mins…missed connecting flight because of it now I’m stuck. Thanks…a whole fkn lot.

One day, I do so hope for a gluten free snack! Seems like with the rest of the world FINALLY figuring out what gluten free is, American Airlines would too. Fingers crossed!!

The flight was delayed multiple times, again no fault of American but again the extra cost, for everything makes it feel like a cheap airline! Especially when flights are outrageously expensive already

Pitch was very small. Knees were on the seat back in front of me.

Cancelled and rebooked twice in one day with a drop in seat class. Not good at all.

First, to be fair, the flight was on time and the trip through the air was relatively smooth. But the flight was full, and they were checking carryons. As this process went on, the crew got increasingly rude and overbearing. During the drink service, a young girl (maybe 9) who had gotten up to use the lavatory got stuck behind the cart. At some point, she started feeling fearful and overwhelmed. Passengers noticed this and asked the crew to let her return to her seat. They refused. Then she started crying, and they still refused to move the cart forward to let her sit. The poor girl was trying to be brave and compose herself. The crew handled the situation terribly and with zero grace or decency. That episode, to me, encapsulates AA’s attitude toward its passengers. Disgraceful. The plane itself was cramped and miserable, as usual. There was zero inflight media or entertainment, other than the lane and borderline inappropriate jokes the steward made during the safety briefing. Then, of course, it took the better part of an hour for the checked bags to show up at the carousel. AA is no better than the el cheapo airlines these days and a far, far cry from its former self.

It was okay. I opted to pay for an upgrade to an exit row, but this might’ve been the worst exit row experience I’ve ever had. - The fold out table was janky and didn’t fold out properly. - The seats felt squished together as I was the aisle seat in the group of three, but the guy in the middle felt like he was constantly leaning on me. - Everyone who walked by brushed up against me, or knocked my entertainment screen, to include the food and drink carts. Didn’t get one apology or excuse me. - The community flight tracker screen was right in front of me and was sooooooo bright I could barely catch any sleep on my 13hr flight from Seoul to DFW. Not the best experience at all…

Airlines changed our originally booked flights. Our luggage was completely damaged.

Departure more than an hour later. Conexion/waiting time at the airport was more than 7 hours :(

Overall the flights pretty good. The snacks we’re good and they were plenty of them. Both boarding and deplaning went quickly.

Because kayak scammed me with false advertisement saying 23kg was included but I ended up having to pay another £200

The flight was canceled and I was directed to Air France two days later than my plan departure day. This involve getting two more days of hotel and also not being able to get a boarding pass until I got to the Istanbul Air France boarding desk. It has been a troubling time.

It makes no sense for several types of drinks to already be out of stock in the middle of the flight.

I have a walker I need it to get from the plane to customs and baggage claim. It had a huge orange tag on it saying it should be given to me as I got off the plane. It was not and the flight staff didn’t know where it was—both on my flight to London and on the return. In It was very frustrating

Had a plane! Have a plan! Have my luggage! 10 hours of travel turned into 50 hours. Good Lord!

The travel on premium economy class was very positive. Comfortable with plenty of space and leg room. The service throughout was top notch. Crew members were kind and helpful. Food and entertainment were excellent.

Based on my wife's damaged condition, BA very kindly upgraded us from cattle to business class. MUCH appreciated!! One of these days, as it gains more experience, BA MAY learn how to depart on time (with over 30 years experience with BA, no flight has EVER managed to leave on time), Once airborne, the entertainment was ever so very pedestrian. But the flight was uneventful and the cabin crew's service was superb. And whichever driver landed the aircraft had obviously done it before. But BA unfortunately is learning from that scuzzy airline Delta. Delta is ALWAYS stunned when one of its aircraft actually turns up anywhere and is NEVER ready to receive it -- even when it turns up where and more or less when it is supposed to, NOT an example worthy of emulation.

Positive boarding experience, easy access to seat with plenty of luggage space

Another 2 hours delay because of the plane computer issues, British Airways

There was no wifi on board this route, and the seat power supply didn't work on the whole row of seats I was in, so I had to charge my phone and laptop in the galley. Other than that it was a very comfortable and enjoyable flight!

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