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$177+ Cheap flights from McAllen to New Orleans (MFE - MSY)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MFE — MSY
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from McAllen to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from McAllen (MFE) to New Orleans (MSY). 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 junio 12, 2025.

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$177
(Delta)

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December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$257
From McAllen Miller Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
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Cheapest flights from McAllen to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from McAllen to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
jue. 7/175:25 amMFE - MSY
1 stop3h 51mDelta
dom. 7/207:20 pmMSY - MFE
1 stop4h 39mDelta
Deal found 6/10$177
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
vie. 7/117:00 amMFE - MSY
1 stop6h 13mUnited Airlines
dom. 7/137:23 pmMSY - MFE
1 stop4h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$203
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
mié. 10/85:40 amMFE - MSY
1 stop4h 14mAmerican Airlines
dom. 10/128:04 pmMSY - MFE
1 stop4h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$316
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 7/149:05 pmMFE - MSY
2 stops32h 30mMultiple Airlines
vie. 7/188:15 pmMSY - MFE
1 stop13h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$347

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McAllenNew Orleans

MFE - MSY

MFEMSY

McAllen Miller Intl

jue. 7/17

5:25 am-9:16 am

1 stop3h 51m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

dom. 7/20

7:20 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 39m

$177

McAllenNew Orleans

MFE - MSY

MFEMSY

McAllen Miller Intl

vie. 7/11

7:00 am-1:13 pm

1 stop6h 13m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

dom. 7/13

7:23 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop4h 11m

$203

McAllenNew Orleans

MFE - MSY

MFEMSY

McAllen Miller Intl

lun. 7/14

9:05 pm-5:35 am

2 stops32h 30m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

vie. 7/18

8:15 pm-9:49 am

1 stop13h 34m

$347

McAllenNew Orleans

MFE - MSY

MFEMSY

McAllen Miller Intl

jue. 8/28

6:18 am-10:19 am

1 stop4h 01m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

dom. 8/31

11:30 am-7:32 pm

2 stops8h 02m

$899

McAllenNew Orleans

MFE - MSY

MFEMSY

McAllen Miller Intl

dom. 6/22

7:00 am-10:57 am

1 stop3h 57m

$210

McAllenNew Orleans

MFE - MSY

MFEMSY

McAllen Miller Intl

dom. 6/22

10:24 pm-6:01 am

1 stop7h 37m

$250

McAllenNew Orleans

MFE - MSY

MFEMSY

McAllen Miller Intl

dom. 6/22

12:31 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$275

McAllenNew Orleans

MFE - MSY

MFEMSY

McAllen Miller Intl

dom. 6/15

5:00 am-10:35 am

1 stop5h 35m

$330

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Deals found on 6/10

Best time to book a flight from McAllen to New Orleans

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from McAllen to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from McAllen to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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 MFE to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from McAllen to New Orleans. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from McAllen to New Orleans at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 15% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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).

Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Orleans. 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 New Orleans. Reviews last updated junio 12, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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
7,946 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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
7,946 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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 McAllen to New Orleans. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Delta, at $177, was found to be the cheapest airline from McAllen to New Orleans.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and American Airlines. These flights start at 47% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $210. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from McAllen to New Orleans for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from McAllen to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from McAllen to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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 McAllen to New Orleans

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from McAllen to New Orleans. 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$176Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$176Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$176Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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