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$481+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Africa

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — JNB
Dec 13 — Dec 201
Sat 12/13
Sat 12/20
1 adult, Economy
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Thu 11/279:42 amMSY - RAK
2 stops20h 18mRoyal Air Maroc
Fri 12/51:40 pmRAK - MSY
2 stops17h 37mRoyal Air Maroc
Deal found 11/12$951
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Mon 11/1712:45 pmMSY - CAI
2 stops18h 50mAustrian Airlines
Tue 12/24:35 pmCAI - MSY
2 stops35h 04mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 11/13$1,006
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Mon 11/1712:45 pmMSY - CAI
2 stops18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/36:25 pmCAI - MSY
2 stops32h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/13$1,019
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Mon 12/112:45 pmMSY - CAI
2 stops24h 25mLufthansa
Fri 12/54:35 amCAI - MSY
2 stops23h 04mLufthansa
Deal found 11/11$1,036
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/2512:45 pmMSY - CAI
2 stops18h 50mAustrian Airlines
Tue 12/24:35 pmCAI - MSY
2 stops35h 04mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 11/11$1,039
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/192:14 pmMSY - CAI
2 stops26h 01mLufthansa
Thu 12/44:35 amCAI - MSY
2 stops25h 46mLufthansa
Deal found 11/11$1,041
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
Sun 11/167:18 pmMSY - ACC
2 stops32h 07mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/1810:20 pmACC - MSY
1 stop17h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/12$1,042
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Mon 11/245:58 pmMSY - CAI
2 stops22h 07mDelta
Thu 12/42:10 amCAI - MSY
2 stops29h 27mDelta
Deal found 11/11$1,044
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Mon 11/176:05 pmMSY - CAI
2 stops40h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/25:20 amCAI - MSY
3 stops26h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/13$1,047
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/252:15 pmMSY - CAI
2 stops42h 40mLufthansa
Fri 12/55:15 amCAI - MSY
2 stops22h 24mLufthansa
Deal found 11/11$1,048
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/239:42 amMSY - RAK
2 stops25h 28mRoyal Air Maroc
Mon 12/16:50 pmRAK - MSY
2 stops46h 56mRoyal Air Maroc
Deal found 11/11$1,051
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/167:00 amMSY - CAI
2 stops24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/184:35 pmCAI - MSY
2 stops35h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/13$1,056

Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Orleans to Africa flight deals. Data was last updated November 13, 2025.

Round-trip from

$784
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$481
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$2,029
From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Africa
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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans to Africa that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 13, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Africa that are best for you.

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New OrleansNairobi

MSY - NBO

MSYNBO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 3/26

8:00 pm-7:15 am

2 stops27h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 3/30

6:10 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops31h 45m

$793

New OrleansNairobi

MSY - NBO

MSYNBO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 2/10

2:57 pm-12:05 am

2 stops24h 08m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 2/16

1:35 am-9:23 pm

2 stops28h 48m

$793

New OrleansCasablanca

MSY - CMN

MSYCMN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 2/21

5:05 am-10:35 am

2 stops23h 30m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Fri 3/6

12:15 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops40h 15m

$804

New OrleansCasablanca

MSY - CMN

MSYCMN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 2/24

5:05 am-10:35 am

2 stops23h 30m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Wed 3/11

11:15 am-7:40 pm

2 stops37h 25m

$814

New OrleansCasablanca

MSY - CMN

MSYCMN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 2/23

11:42 am-11:35 am

2 stops17h 53m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Tue 3/10

5:55 am-11:27 pm

2 stops22h 32m

$824

New OrleansCasablanca

MSY - CMN

MSYCMN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 2/23

10:00 am-3:35 pm

2 stops23h 35m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Wed 3/11

5:55 am-6:55 pm

2 stops18h 00m

$831

New OrleansCasablanca

MSY - CMN

MSYCMN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 4/8

11:10 am-9:15 am

2 stops16h 05m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Tue 4/28

7:30 am-11:23 pm

2 stops21h 53m

$831

New OrleansCasablanca

MSY - CMN

MSYCMN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 2/24

5:14 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops19h 21m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Tue 3/10

5:55 am-11:27 pm

2 stops22h 32m

$831

New OrleansCasablanca

MSY - CMN

MSYCMN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 2/23

4:14 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops20h 21m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Thu 3/12

5:55 am-8:44 pm

2 stops19h 49m

$831

New OrleansCasablanca

MSY - CMN

MSYCMN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 2/24

5:38 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops18h 57m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Thu 3/12

5:55 am-6:55 pm

2 stops18h 00m

$831

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Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Africa from New Orleans with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Orleans to Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to Africa?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Africa (average of $549). Flying from New Orleans to Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,008). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MSY to AF?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 13, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from New Orleans to Africa in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 39% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Orleans to Africa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Africa. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New Orleans to Africa flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Africa. 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 Africa. Reviews last updated November 13, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Air France, and United Airlines from New Orleans to Africa by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,487 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,017 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,518 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Royal Air Maroc
6.2
Okay
529 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from New Orleans to Africa?

    For a flight from New Orleans to Africa, you will be flying from Louis Armstrong. New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is just 11.4 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from New Orleans to Africa?

    Airlines like American Airlines, United Airlines, and KLM fly from New Orleans to Africa in about 17h 53m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 22m. Airlines will cover a distance of 4726 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from New Orleans to Africa?

    While some choose either New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Cairo or New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Johannesburg OR Tambo, New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Accra Kotoka is the most popular route from New Orleans to Africa.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans to Africa 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 New Orleans to Africa?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Africa (average of $549). Flying from New Orleans to Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,008). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from New Orleans to Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Africa. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$549Average$1,413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$574Average$922FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Air FranceCheapest$648Average$809FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$685Average$1,312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Royal Air MarocCheapest$937Average$1,183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$951Average$1,399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$987Average$1,304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
LufthansaCheapest$1,017Average$1,588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,026Average$1,388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
IberiaCheapest$1,205Average$1,263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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