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$1,133+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Johannesburg

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MSY — JNB
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to Johannesburg (ZA1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,225
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$1,133
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,552
From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Johannesburg
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Mon 12/14:18 pmMSY - JNB
2 stops31h 12mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/127:45 pmJNB - MSY
1 stop30h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,225
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Wed 9/310:15 amMSY - JNB
1 stop24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/117:35 pmJNB - MSY
2 stops46h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,277
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/311:55 amMSY - JNB
2 stops38h 25mAir Canada
Thu 9/117:35 pmJNB - MSY
3 stops46h 27mAir Canada
Deal found 7/1$1,309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Mon 9/17:00 amMSY - JNB
2 stops27h 45mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/197:00 pmJNB - MSY
2 stops31h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,311
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Wed 8/209:55 pmMSY - JNB
1 stop26h 05mBritish Airways
Wed 9/37:25 pmJNB - MSY
1 stop31h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/30$1,325
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Wed 8/2011:26 amMSY - JNB
2 stops45h 44mQatar Airways
Wed 9/31:55 pmJNB - MSY
2 stops33h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/30$1,341
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Sat 12/1311:10 amMSY - JNB
2 stops26h 50mDelta
Sun 1/117:40 pmJNB - MSY
2 stops31h 14mDelta
Deal found 7/1$1,632
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1212:45 pmMSY - JNB
2 stops34h 20mLufthansa
Mon 1/127:45 pmJNB - MSY
2 stops34h 36mLufthansa
Deal found 7/1$1,641

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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Johannesburg

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New OrleansJohannesburg

MSY - JNB

MSYJNB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 12/1

4:18 pm-7:30 am

2 stops31h 12m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/12

7:45 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop30h 10m

$1,225

New OrleansJohannesburg

MSY - JNB

MSYJNB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 9/3

10:15 am-5:45 pm

1 stop24h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/11

7:35 pm-11:02 am

2 stops46h 27m

$1,277

New OrleansJohannesburg

MSY - JNB

MSYJNB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 9/3

11:55 am-9:20 am

2 stops38h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/11

7:35 pm-11:02 am

3 stops46h 27m

$1,309

New OrleansJohannesburg

MSY - JNB

MSYJNB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/1

7:00 am-5:45 pm

2 stops27h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/19

7:00 pm-7:16 pm

2 stops31h 16m

$1,311

New OrleansJohannesburg

MSY - JNB

MSYJNB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 8/20

9:55 pm-7:00 am

1 stop26h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/3

7:25 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop31h 35m

$1,325

New OrleansJohannesburg

MSY - JNB

MSYJNB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 8/20

11:26 am-4:10 pm

2 stops45h 44m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/3

1:55 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops33h 45m

$1,341

New OrleansJohannesburg

MSY - JNB

MSYJNB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 12/13

11:10 am-10:00 pm

2 stops26h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/11

7:40 pm-6:54 pm

2 stops31h 14m

$1,632

New OrleansJohannesburg

MSY - JNB

MSYJNB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 12/12

12:45 pm-7:05 am

2 stops34h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/12

7:45 pm-10:21 pm

2 stops34h 36m

$1,641

New OrleansJohannesburg

MSY - JNB

MSYJNB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 8/15

9:55 am-5:45 pm

2 stops24h 50m

$1,133

New OrleansJohannesburg

MSY - JNB

MSYJNB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/22

10:34 am-3:55 am

3 stops34h 21m

$3,187

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Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Johannesburg

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Orleans to Johannesburg

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Johannesburg (average of $1,173). Flying from New Orleans to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,689). 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 JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 3, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from New Orleans to Johannesburg in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 30% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Johannesburg?

Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated July 3, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Qatar Airways, and United Airlines from New Orleans to Johannesburg to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,594 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
787 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Orleans to Johannesburg. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from New Orleans to Johannesburg. You should not have trouble finding flights to Johannesburg from Louis Armstrong; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights from the New Orleans airport to Johannesburg. It is only a 11.4 mi journey to Louis Armstrong (MSY) from New Orleans’s city center.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from New Orleans to Johannesburg round-trip from $1,225. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air Canada, from $1,309, and United Airlines, from $1,311. Users have found that American Airlines is 18% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Orleans to Johannesburg one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $1,133 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Ethiopian Air from $3,187 and Delta from $6,213 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Johannesburg (average of $1,173). Flying from New Orleans to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,689). 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 3 airlines flying from New Orleans to Johannesburg

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Johannesburg. 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$956Average$1,214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,159Average$1,867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,349Average$1,706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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