South Africa

$634+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to South Africa

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MSY — JNB
Jun 18 — Jun 251
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Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Orleans to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated June 13, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,465
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$634
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,587
From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to South Africa
One-way flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to South Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($188 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($48 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

Find flight deals from New Orleans to South Africa

Cheapest flights from New Orleans to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 13, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sat 10/251:24 pmMSY - CPT
2 stops39h 46mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/56:45 pmCPT - MSY
2 stops37h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,205
This Ovago 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/119:50 pmMSY - CPT
1 stop30h 10mBritish Airways
Mon 9/226:25 pmCPT - MSY
2 stops56h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/12$1,299
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 10/233:25 pmMSY - CPT
1 stop19h 25mDelta
Mon 11/39:30 pmCPT - MSY
1 stop29h 23mDelta
Deal found 6/11$1,370
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 10/2310:35 amMSY - CPT
2 stops21h 45mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/318:50 pmCPT - MSY
2 stops26h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,375
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.
Tue 7/15:15 amMSY - JNB
2 stops29h 30mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/153:05 pmJNB - MSY
2 stops26h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,465
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/218:04 pmMSY - CPT
2 stops31h 46mQatar Airways
Mon 11/312:35 pmCPT - MSY
2 stops39h 26mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/11$1,521
This United 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/16:55 pmMSY - JNB
1 stop39h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/157:00 pmJNB - MSY
2 stops31h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,574
This IEagle 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/116:16 pmMSY - JNB
2 stops38h 54mQatar Airways
Fri 7/181:55 pmJNB - MSY
2 stops37h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/10$1,862
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/259:55 pmMSY - JNB
1 stop26h 05mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/17:25 pmJNB - MSY
2 stops29h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,942
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Fri 10/246:00 amMSY - CPT
3 stops31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/25:15 pmCPT - MSY
3 stops33h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,953
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/132:49 pmMSY - JNB
1 stop21h 51mDelta
Sun 6/159:55 pmJNB - MSY
1 stop25h 13mDelta
Deal found 6/9$2,070
This Ovago 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/119:55 pmMSY - JNB
1 stop28h 30mBritish Airways
Fri 7/189:15 pmJNB - MSY
1 stop29h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/10$2,185

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans to South Africa 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 June 13, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to South Africa that are best for you.

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New OrleansJohannesburg

MSY - JNB

MSYJNB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 7/1

5:15 am-5:45 pm

2 stops29h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/15

3:05 pm-10:13 am

2 stops26h 08m

$1,465

New OrleansJohannesburg

MSY - JNB

MSYJNB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 7/1

6:55 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop39h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/15

7:00 pm-7:16 pm

2 stops31h 16m

$1,574

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 7/27

8:00 am-5:10 pm

2 stops26h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/3

8:00 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops24h 20m

$1,575

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 7/27

7:21 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop39h 29m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/3

8:05 pm-7:55 am

1 stop18h 50m

$1,576

New OrleansJohannesburg

MSY - JNB

MSYJNB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 7/11

6:16 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops38h 54m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/18

1:55 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops37h 35m

$1,862

New OrleansJohannesburg

MSY - JNB

MSYJNB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 7/25

9:55 pm-7:00 am

1 stop26h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/1

7:25 pm-5:32 pm

2 stops29h 07m

$1,942

New OrleansJohannesburg

MSY - JNB

MSYJNB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 7/11

9:55 pm-9:25 am

1 stop28h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/18

9:15 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop29h 40m

$2,185

New OrleansJohannesburg

MSY - JNB

MSYJNB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 7/11

6:00 am-9:20 am

3 stops44h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/18

7:00 pm-11:16 pm

3 stops35h 16m

$5,176

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 8/25

12:56 pm-11:00 am

2 stops39h 04m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/6

6:55 pm-11:49 pm

2 stops35h 54m

$5,898

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 8/28

9:55 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops36h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/7

6:55 pm-3:36 pm

2 stops27h 41m

$5,936

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Deals found on 6/12

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Orleans to South Africa

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from New Orleans to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 13, 2025.

When flying from New Orleans to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, 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 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated June 13, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Orleans to South Africa, such as Delta, KLM and Qatar Airways. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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!
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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!
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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!
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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!
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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!
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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

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

    Located just 11.4 mi from the city center, New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to South Africa from New Orleans.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Lufthansa. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $851. Users have also found prices from $925 and $1,143 on Ethiopian Air and United Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from New Orleans to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 South Africa

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$956Average$1,214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,159Average$1,717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,167Average$1,500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$1,349Average$1,765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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