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Cheap First Class flights to New Orleans

LAX — MSY
May 1 — May 81
Fri 5/1
Fri 5/8
1 adult, First
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Cheap first class flights to New Orleans in 2026

Find the latest flights to New Orleans in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data were last updated on April 1, 2026.

Average Price

$1,235

Cheapest Price

$253

Top Rated Airline

American Airlines

No. of Airlines

5

Arrival Airport

New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport
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Cheapest first class flights to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable first class flight options available to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on April 1, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 5/77:35 am
ATL
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MSY
Nonstop1h 29m
Delta
Mon 5/116:20 am
MSY
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ATL
Nonstop1h 37m
Delta
Deal found 3/31$389
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Fri 8/148:20 am
ATL
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MSY
Nonstop1h 32m
Delta
Mon 8/176:30 am
MSY
-
ATL
Nonstop1h 35m
Delta
Deal found 3/27$467
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/305:45 am
LGA
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MSY
1 stop6h 11m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 5/57:00 am
MSY
-
LGA
1 stop7h 58m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$484
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/59:29 pm
EWR
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MSY
Nonstop3h 25m
United Airlines
Wed 5/66:00 am
MSY
-
EWR
Nonstop2h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/29$487
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 5/78:03 pm
ATL
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MSY
1 stop4h 52m
American Airlines
Mon 5/116:45 pm
MSY
-
ATL
1 stop4h 14m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/31$494
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/184:50 pm
ORD
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MSY
1 stop5h 33m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 4/236:36 pm
MSY
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ORD
Nonstop2h 36m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/28$495

Travel insights for first class flights from USA to New Orleans

Get recent, data-driven insights about first class flights from USA to New Orleans including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What airlines can I book First Class flights to New Orleans with?

You can book First Class flights to New Orleans with United Airlines, the most popular airline with the premium cabin at this moment.

United Airlines
United Airlines
From $250

Rainfall in New Orleans by month

Plan your trip to New Orleans by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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

Plan your trip to New Orleans by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

Top first class airline flying to New Orleans

Explore the top four first class airlines operating flights to New Orleans. Find out more about these airlines and their offerings, including amenities, in-flight services, and customer reviews. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on April 1, 2026.
AirlineRatingFirst ClassPrice
United AirlinesPriceFrom $158First ClassRating
7.4
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7.7

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

7.1

Entertainment

6.6

Food

Reviews

1 / 10
Good.. 2 hours flight with refreshments snacks is very good…

Frequently asked questions about New Orleans first class tickets

Find answers to common questions related to first class tickets for flights to New Orleans. Get information on booking, amenities, upgrade options, and more. This FAQ section was last updated on April 1, 2026.

  • What is the cheapest price for a First Class ticket to New Orleans?

    Normally, First Class flights to New Orleans fall around $1,235 per ticket. However, $253 is the cheapest rate for this flight found recently (this flight took off from Newark Airport).

  • How much do Business Class flight tickets to New Orleans cost?

    Try Business Class for your flight to New Orleans instead of First Class to save up to 45%. The average price a user would pay for Business Class tickets to New Orleans is $684.

  • How many premium cabins does United Airlines have for flights to New Orleans?

    United Airlines currently offers a couple premium cabin classes on flights to New Orleans: First Class, Prem Economy Class and Business Class. Still not enough? Try taking a look at other airlines or choosing a new departing point for more cabin options.

  • What airlines can I book First Class flights to New Orleans with?

    You can book First Class flights to New Orleans with United Airlines, the most popular airline with the premium cabin at this moment.

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