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Cheapest return fare
£519
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/12Thu 10/12
LGW - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£653
Typical prices: £781-£1,048
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Thu 1/10Thu 8/10
LHR - MSY • Direct
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You can fly direct with British Airways. Average duration is 10h 00m
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Cheapest • Avg £547 (return)
Shortest trip • 13h 01m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 32% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 18% price drop
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Cheap Flights from London to New Orleans (LON-MSY)

 
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Recent return flight deals from London to New Orleans

Thu, 3 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
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11:00 - 08:05LGW  London Gatwick-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
27h 05m1 stop Orlando
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09:10 - 06:50MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LGW London Gatwick
15h 40m1 stop Orlando
£519Multiple Airlines
Fri, 2 Oct - Fri, 9 Oct
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14:00 - 14:21LGW  London Gatwick-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
30h 21m1 stop Orlando
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21:05 - 10:00MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LGW London Gatwick
30h 55m1 stop Orlando
£537Multiple Airlines
Fri, 30 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov
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09:20 - 13:05LHR  London Heathrow-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
32h 45m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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16:54 - 06:55MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LHR London Heathrow
32h 01m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
£581JetBlue
Fri, 13 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
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12:20 - 09:07LHR  London Heathrow-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
26h 47m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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06:00 - 06:55MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LHR London Heathrow
18h 55m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
£581JetBlue
Mon, 21 Sep - Sun, 4 Oct
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15:15 - 16:02LHR  London Heathrow-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
30h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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19:23 - 07:15MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LHR London Heathrow
29h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
£637Virgin Atlantic
Wed, 7 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct
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12:50 - 09:29LHR  London Heathrow-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
26h 39m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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18:02 - 11:20MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LHR London Heathrow
11h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
£637Virgin Atlantic
Mon, 30 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec
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18:10 - 21:38LHR  London Heathrow-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
33h 28m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Dallas/Fort Worth
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12:29 - 06:50MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LHR London Heathrow
12h 21m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
£644Finnair
Thu, 1 Oct - Thu, 8 Oct
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16:00 - 20:00LHR  London Heathrow-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
10h 00mdirect
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21:50 - 12:40MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LHR London Heathrow
8h 50mdirect
£653Finnair
Thu, 1 Oct - Tue, 6 Oct
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08:30 - 21:37LHR  London Heathrow-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
19h 07m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Houston George Bush Intcntl
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12:16 - 11:35MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LHR London Heathrow
17h 19m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
£658Lufthansa
Thu, 8 Oct - Thu, 22 Oct
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07:30 - 21:37LHR  London Heathrow-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
20h 07m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Houston George Bush Intcntl
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12:05 - 09:20MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LHR London Heathrow
15h 15m1 stop Newark
£658Lufthansa
Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights & trends for London to New Orleans flights

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

How much is a return flight from London to New Orleans?

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to New Orleans from London usually cost between £630 and £761 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £537 on Multiple Airlines (2 Oct–9 Oct).

What is the cheapest London to New Orleans flight route?

The cheapest return flight from London to New Orleans costs £756 on the route between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and New Orleans (MSY). It is also the most popular route.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to New Orleans?

When flying from London to New Orleans, you should consider leaving on a Tuesday and avoid Fridays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to London, you’ll find the best rates on Thursdays and the most expensive ones on Sundays.

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

The cheapest month for flights from London to New Orleans is February, where tickets cost £634 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £1,072 and £917 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from London to New Orleans?

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at £768 on average.

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

To get a below average price on the flight from London to New Orleans, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 32% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 21 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from London to New Orleans

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

Expert on British Airways

Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on Finnair

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from London to New Orleans

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

£319
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 26% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
Flight from London Gatwick Airport to New Orleans

When to book flights from London to New Orleans

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FAQs for booking flights from London to New Orleans

  • Is tax-free shopping available at New Orleans Airport?

    Yes, New Orleans Airport has a wide range of shops that sell tax-free goods. Tax-free goods are also available in certain airport shops for those with an international travel ticket or who are staying in New Orleans for less than 90 days. The airport contains a range of clothes shops, souvenir shops, and places to buy books and magazines.

  • Can I fly non-stop from London airports to New Orleans (MSY)?

    There are no non-stop flights available from London airports to New Orleans. When you fly from Heathrow Airport with airlines such as Air Canada, Austrian Airlines, or Virgin Atlantic, your journey will usually only include one stopover in the United States before you reach your destination. On flights from London Gatwick, London Stansted, Luton, and London City, you will generally have at least two stopovers with one stopover in Europe and then a second changeover in the United States.

  • Which lounges are available at London airports for passengers travelling to New Orleans?

    Those travelling first class to New Orleans with Virgin Atlantic from Heathrow Airport can enjoy the Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse located in Terminal 3. The Clubhouse contains a bar, restaurant service, and a luxury spa. Meanwhile, those flying from Heathrow with Air Canada can use the Maple Leaf Lounge situated in Terminal 2B.

  • What transport is available at New Orleans Airport?

    There are a number of convenient transport options for passengers arriving at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. Passengers can take the JET or RTA bus services, which depart regularly from outside the Level 3 Ticket Lobby. These routes connect with the downtown New Orleans area. Travel time takes just under an hour and tickets cost around $2 (£1.50). Passengers can also use the New Orleans Airport shuttle bus. This service is more expensive and costs around $24 (£17). Tickets can be purchased in the Level 1 Baggage Claims area.

  • What alternative meals are available on a Virgin flight?

    Virgin has a fantastic choice of alternative meals for passengers with special dietary requirements. Book your meal with your ticket and get the choice of meals such as Muslim, Kosher, Jain, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, low sodium, low lactose, Asian-vegetarian and more.

  • Can my service dog fly with me on a KLM flight?

    KLM is very accommodating to passengers needing their service animal with them. You can have the animal in the cabin with you on condition it has a valid certificate of training, is well harnessed and has a record of updated inoculations. Ensure you book it in with your own flight.

  • As a mother flying alone to Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY), can I find facilities?

    When you arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) you can find mother rooms on each concourse of the airport. They include comfy seating for breast-feeding, a changing table, an end table and electrical outlets for your charging needs.

  • Is there car hire at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)?

    The airport has a car rental centre where nine car hire companies wait to serve your needs. They can be reached via the MSY Rental Car Shuttle, which can be caught at the Long Term Parking. The car rental centre is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day and includes Avis, Thrifty, Budget, Alamo, Budget, National, payless, Dollar and Hertz.

  • How many flights are there between London and New Orleans per day?

    There is a maximum of 1 direct flight a day that takes off from London and lands in New Orleans, with an average flight time of 10h 00m. The most common departure time is 16:00 and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 5 flights.

  • What is the cheapest flight from London to New Orleans?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from London to New Orleans was £319 for a one-way ticket and £537 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from London to New Orleans?

    London is served by 5 major airports and there is only 1 main airport in New Orleans. You will leave London from one of these airports: London City, London Gatwick, London Heathrow, London Luton, or London Stansted. You will be arriving at New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from London to New Orleans?

    The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the London to New Orleans flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from London to New Orleans?

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

  • On which days can I fly direct from London to New Orleans?

    You can catch a direct flight from London to New Orleans on on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from London to New Orleans, Finnair or Virgin Atlantic?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from London to New Orleans are Finnair and Virgin Atlantic. With an average price for the route of £778 and an overall rating of 7.6, Finnair is the most popular choice. Virgin Atlantic is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £662 and an overall rating of 7.4.

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

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New Orleans from London 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 London to New Orleans?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to New Orleans with an airline and back to London with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from London 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 London 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 London to New Orleans

  • Looking for a cheap flight from London to New Orleans? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £999 or less one-way and £828 or less round-trip.
  • All five of London’s major airports have excellent short and long-stay parking facilities. At some London airports, including London City (LCY) and London Gatwick (LGW), parking is located 5-10min from the terminals. Be sure to factor this extra time in when you travel.
  • London Heathrow (LHR) and London City (LCY) are London’s most central airports and are the easiest to reach by rail from the city centre. However, if you’re travelling to the airport by road, you should remember that central London traffic can be extremely heavy and may increase your journey time.
  • If you are flying to New Orleans from London Gatwick, it is significantly cheaper to book with multiple airlines than to use a single airline.
  • The central Arrivals Lounge at New Orleans Airport (MSY) features a stage where live jazz bands play throughout the day. A perfect introduction to New Orleans’ vibrant music culture.
  • New Orleans Airport is completely wheelchair-friendly. There are no areas that are inaccessible and the terminals have been constructed with wheelchair-use in mind.
  • There is no currency exchange office in operation at New Orleans Airport. However, the airport does contain several ATMs at various points throughout the terminals.
  • When you head towards Louis Armstrong New Orleans Airport (MSY) from London, you can almost guarantee a long trip. For luggage in transit, this could mean bumps to your suitcase. All London airports provide a wrapping station or two based at the Departures terminals where you can get suitcases double-wrapped for a small fee. It is worth the peace of mind.
  • All London-serving airports provide prayer rooms for moments of peace before a flight. However, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) has the widest choice with eight separate prayer rooms, catering for as many as six different faiths. You can find chaplains for accompanied prayer, Friday Muslim prayers and private spaces for meditation.

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Find which airlines fly direct from London to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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New Orleans Louis Armstrong to London

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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