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$1,144+ Cheap flights from South Africa to New Orleans (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 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MSY
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from South Africa to New Orleans

Cheapest flights from South Africa to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/67:35 pm
JNB
-
MSY
2 stops56h 06m
British Airways
Tue 2/107:55 pm
MSY
-
JNB
1 stop30h 30m
British Airways
Deal found 1/28$1,144
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/137:45 pm
JNB
-
MSY
2 stops34h 02m
United Airlines
Fri 3/2012:35 pm
MSY
-
JNB
2 stops23h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$1,226
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/147:45 pm
JNB
-
MSY
2 stops33h 46m
United Airlines
Sat 3/2111:55 am
MSY
-
JNB
2 stops23h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$1,551
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Sun 3/153:05 pm
JNB
-
MSY
2 stops26h 53m
United Airlines
Sun 3/225:00 am
MSY
-
JNB
2 stops30h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/29$1,661

Find flight deals from South Africa to New Orleans

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to New Orleans flight deals. Data was last updated January 29, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,226
(United Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,495
From South Africa to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($88 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($34 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from South Africa to New Orleans 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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to New Orleans that are best for you.

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South Africa

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New Orleans

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Price

JohannesburgNew Orleans

JNB - MSY

JNBMSY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/13

7:45 pm-10:47 pm

2 stops34h 02m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 3/20

12:35 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops23h 00m

$1,226

JohannesburgNew Orleans

JNB - MSY

JNBMSY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/14

7:45 pm-10:31 pm

2 stops33h 46m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 3/21

11:55 am-6:35 pm

2 stops23h 40m

$1,551

JohannesburgNew Orleans

JNB - MSY

JNBMSY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/15

3:05 pm-10:58 am

2 stops26h 53m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 3/22

5:00 am-6:35 pm

2 stops30h 35m

$1,661

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Deals found on 1/27

Best time to book a flight from South Africa to New Orleans

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to New Orleans (average of $869). Flying from South Africa to New Orleans in May is currently the most expensive (average of $993). 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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa 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 airport do you fly into for flights to New Orleans from South Africa?

    Most people fly into New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) if they book a flight to New Orleans from South Africa. Louis Armstrong is conveniently located just 11.4 mi from New Orleans’s city center.

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

    For as low as $1,226, United Airlines can have you in New Orleans from South Africa in 34h 02m. There are 8716 mi between South Africa and New Orleans.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to New Orleans (average of $869). Flying from South Africa to New Orleans in May is currently the most expensive (average of $993). 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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