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$1,020+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to French Polynesia

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 7/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — PPT
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
1 adult, Economy
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3 stars

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AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,856
(Delta)

One-way from

$1,020
(United Airlines)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,748
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to French Polynesia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to French Polynesia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 30, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Thu 5/18:45 amMSY - PPT
1 stop15h 10mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/69:10 pmPPT - MSY
2 stops19h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,124
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/246:55 pmMSY - PPT
1 stop15h 35mDelta
Wed 8/67:40 amPPT - MSY
2 stops19h 15mDelta
Deal found 4/29$1,856
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/27:00 amMSY - BOB
2 stops28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/156:30 pmBOB - MSY
2 stops42h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$2,525

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New OrleansPapeete

MSY - PPT

MSYPPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 7/24

6:55 pm-5:30 am

1 stop15h 35m

Papeete Faaa

Wed 8/6

7:40 am-7:55 am

2 stops19h 15m

$1,856

New OrleansVaitape

MSY - BOB

MSYBOB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 6/12

6:57 am-7:50 am

3 stops29h 53m

Vaitape Motu-Mute

Thu 6/19

5:10 pm-11:27 pm

2 stops25h 17m

$4,356

New OrleansPapeete

MSY - PPT

MSYPPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 7/24

6:55 pm-5:30 am

1 stop15h 35m

$1,020

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Deals found on 4/29

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Rainfall in French Polynesia by month

Plan your trip to French Polynesia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in French Polynesia ranges from 1.6 - 13.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.0 in. August is typically the driest time to visit French Polynesia when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in French Polynesia by month

Plan your trip to French Polynesia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to French Polynesia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of May, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 77.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing French Polynesia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to French Polynesia. 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 French Polynesia. Reviews last updated April 30, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

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

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

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

    Most travelers choose New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Papeete Faaa, New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Vaitape Motu-Mute or New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Fare when deciding on the best route from New Orleans to French Polynesia.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans to French Polynesia 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 French Polynesia?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to French Polynesia (average of $620). Flying from New Orleans to French Polynesia in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,253). 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 4 airlines flying from New Orleans to French Polynesia

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to French Polynesia. 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 April 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapest$1,026Average$1,090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,123Average$1,591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,123Average$1,694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,503Average$1,557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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