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$1,217+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to OR Tambo (JNB)

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 11/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — JNB
Nov 1 — Nov 81
Sat 11/1
Sat 11/8
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 October 2, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,201
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,399
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 2, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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.
Sun 11/164:07 pmMSY - JNB
2 stops31h 28mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/237:35 pmJNB - MSY
2 stops31h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/2$1,217
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/146:06 pmMSY - JNB
2 stops32h 19mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/2810:00 pmJNB - MSY
2 stops27h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/30$1,291
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/62:03 pmMSY - JNB
2 stops35h 17mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/84:50 pmJNB - MSY
3 stops33h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/2$1,326
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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.
Thu 10/96:38 pmMSY - JNB
2 stops38h 32mQatar Airways
Wed 10/151:55 pmJNB - MSY
2 stops34h 53mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/30$1,349
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/99:27 amMSY - JNB
1 stop25h 18mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/157:35 pmJNB - MSY
2 stops46h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/30$1,358
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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.
Mon 10/277:00 amMSY - JNB
2 stops42h 40mQatar Airways
Thu 10/308:20 pmJNB - MSY
2 stops49h 46mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/30$1,375
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/276:05 pmMSY - JNB
2 stops31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/3011:10 amJNB - MSY
3 stops40h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/30$1,400

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

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New OrleansJohannesburg

MSY - JNB

MSYJNB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 10/6

2:03 pm-8:20 am

2 stops35h 17m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/8

4:50 pm-6:59 pm

3 stops33h 09m

$1,326

New OrleansJohannesburg

MSY - JNB

MSYJNB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/9

6:38 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops38h 32m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/15

1:55 pm-5:48 pm

2 stops34h 53m

$1,349

New OrleansJohannesburg

MSY - JNB

MSYJNB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/9

9:27 am-5:45 pm

1 stop25h 18m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/15

7:35 pm-11:02 am

2 stops46h 27m

$1,358

New OrleansJohannesburg

MSY - JNB

MSYJNB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 10/27

7:00 am-8:40 am

2 stops42h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/30

8:20 pm-3:06 pm

2 stops49h 46m

$1,375

New OrleansJohannesburg

MSY - JNB

MSYJNB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 11/16

6:05 pm-10:30 am

2 stops56h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/23

8:15 pm-11:44 pm

3 stops35h 29m

$1,400

New OrleansJohannesburg

MSY - JNB

MSYJNB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 10/27

6:05 pm-8:20 am

2 stops31h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/30

11:10 am-8:24 pm

3 stops40h 14m

$1,400

New OrleansJohannesburg

MSY - JNB

MSYJNB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 11/14

6:04 pm-10:25 am

2 stops32h 21m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/28

10:00 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop27h 55m

$1,456

New OrleansJohannesburg

MSY - JNB

MSYJNB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 12/5

5:45 pm-10:25 am

2 stops32h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/7

7:35 pm-7:26 pm

2 stops31h 51m

$1,467

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Deals found on 10/2

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from New Orleans to OR Tambo in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on New Orleans-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New Orleans-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for New Orleans-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from New Orleans to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,674). 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 OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 2, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from New Orleans to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated October 2, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and British Airways from New Orleans to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,962 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
7,962 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,962 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
8,933 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,962 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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!
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,416 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,962 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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 OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from New Orleans to Johannesburg OR Tambo. You should not have trouble finding flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Louis Armstrong; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo. It is only a 11.4 mi journey to Louis Armstrong (MSY) from New Orleans’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from New Orleans to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Departing from New Orleans to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport will take you 38h 32m. The distance between New Orleans and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is about 8716 mi.

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

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, with prices starting at $1,159. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by British Airways and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $1,210 and $1,349, respectively. You may be able to fly from New Orleans to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for 20% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans to OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from New Orleans to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,674). 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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Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to OR Tambo. 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 October 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,159Average$1,867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,210Average$1,338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$1,349Average$1,678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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