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$1,006+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to New Orleans (MSY)

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JNB — MSY
Feb 27 — Mar 61
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The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in November or February, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,006
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,015
Provider with most accurate pricing for Johannesburg OR Tambo-New Orleans Louis Armstrong flight deals.
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From Johannesburg OR Tambo to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($23 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to New Orleans
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/159:15 pmJNB - MSY
2 stops25h 16mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/193:59 pmMSY - JNB
2 stops32h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/21$1,006
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/159:15 pmJNB - MSY
1 stop29h 45mBritish Airways
Mon 5/197:05 amMSY - JNB
2 stops40h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/21$1,019
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/49:15 pmJNB - MSY
1 stop29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 4/259:55 pmMSY - JNB
1 stop26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/22$1,214
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/205:50 pmJNB - MSY
2 stops35h 40mTurkish Airlines
Tue 6/107:00 amMSY - JNB
2 stops44h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,724
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/159:55 pmJNB - MSY
1 stop31h 23mDelta
Mon 5/197:10 pmMSY - JNB
1 stop17h 30mDelta
Deal found 2/21$1,864

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OR Tambo

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JohannesburgNew Orleans

JNB - MSY

JNBMSY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/15

9:15 pm-3:31 pm

2 stops25h 16m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 5/19

3:59 pm-7:00 am

2 stops32h 01m

$1,006

JohannesburgNew Orleans

JNB - MSY

JNBMSY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/15

9:15 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop29h 45m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 5/19

7:05 am-7:00 am

2 stops40h 55m

$1,019

JohannesburgNew Orleans

JNB - MSY

JNBMSY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/4

9:15 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop29h 45m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 4/25

9:55 pm-7:00 am

1 stop26h 05m

$1,214

JohannesburgNew Orleans

JNB - MSY

JNBMSY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/20

5:50 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops35h 40m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 6/10

7:00 am-10:35 am

2 stops44h 35m

$1,724

JohannesburgNew Orleans

JNB - MSY

JNBMSY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/15

9:55 pm-10:18 pm

1 stop31h 23m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 5/19

7:10 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop17h 30m

$1,864

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Deals found on 2/21

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from OR Tambo to New Orleans in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-New Orleans flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-New Orleans flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from OR Tambo to New Orleans

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from OR Tambo to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New Orleans, you should look to book at least 45 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New Orleans?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Rainfall in New Orleans by month

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Orleans ranges from 3.3 - 6.4 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.4 in. October is typically the driest time to visit New Orleans when rainfall is around 3.3 in.

Temperature in New Orleans by month

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Orleans, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Orleans. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to New Orleans. Reviews last updated February 22, 2025.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to New Orleans from Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY), located 11.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to New Orleans. 0 airlines have flights to Louis Armstrong from Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis. Booking flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to New Orleans Louis Armstrong should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New Orleans round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,006, American Airlines will fly you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New Orleans and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from British Airways and Turkish Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,019 and $1,724, respectively. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New Orleans for 18% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to New Orleans flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to New Orleans?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to New Orleans.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to New Orleans?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to New Orleans by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New Orleans?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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