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RDU — MSY
Aug 26 — Sep 21
Wed 8/26
Wed 9/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest United Airlines flights from USA to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable United Airlines flight options available from USA to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares with prices last updated on July 27, 2026.

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Mon 8/179:36 am
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Deal found 7/26$167
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 8/205:15 am
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Deal found 7/23$171
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
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Deal found 7/23$187

Flights to New Orleans with United Airlines at a glance

Find detailed information about United Airlines flights from USA to New Orleans. Explore the options provided by United Airlines to plan your journey from USA to New Orleans. Data last updated July 27, 2026.

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$377

Round-trip from

$167

One-way from

$84

Good round-trip deal

$327 or less

Good one-way deal

$225 or less
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  • 8/17-8/24
  • 2 total stops
  • 9h 19m total
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  • 1 total stop
  • 4h 12m total
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How long is the flight to New Orleans with United Airlines?

On average, United Airlines flights from the United States to New Orleans take 2 hours 16 minutes. Flights to New Orleans from other popular cities in the United States will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

United Airlines weekly flight availability to New Orleans

The most flights to New Orleans operated by United Airlines are scheduled on a Sunday (23 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).

When is the best time to book a flight to New Orleans with United Airlines?

The best time to book a flight to New Orleans with United Airlines is 82 days before departure. On average, fares are higher if you book 2 days before departure.

When is the cheapest time to fly to New Orleans with United Airlines?

Users looking for the cheapest United Airlines fares to New Orleans should consider flying on Saturday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Thursday at noon, when prices are usually at their highest.

FAQs about flights to New Orleans with United Airlines

  • Which airport do United Airlines flights arrive at when travelling to New Orleans?

    United Airlines flights on this route tend to land at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport.

  • Is United Airlines the cheapest airline for a flight to New Orleans?

    Flight prices will depend on many factors like date, time and cabin class so it is worth comparing flights before booking. Based on Cheapflights data the cheapest average return price for flights to New Orleans tends to be with Spirit Airlines.

  • Are there alternative airlines other than United Airlines that fly to New Orleans?

    American Airlines, Southwest and Delta all fly to New Orleans and offer an alternative to United Airlines.

  • How much is a flight to New Orleans with United Airlines?

    The average price for a return flight with United Airlines is $423; with a one-way flight around $266.

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6.6

Crew

8.1

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7.7

Comfort

7.3

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