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Flights to New Orleans

British Airways is currently the only airline to fly direct from the UK to New Orleans. There are five flights a week from London Heathrow to Louis Armstrong Airport. With a flight time of under 10 hours you’ll be spending your holidays in New Orleans in no time.

Atmospheric New Orleans is intoxicating- in more ways than one- from the whole long slurp of Bourbon Street to the champagne you’ll have with your oysters. For adventurous friends and couples, New Orleans lets you explore the stranger side of life- overground tombs, legendary bars and, of course, Mardi Gras.

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London to New Orleans flight duration

London to New Orleans flight duration

You can fly direct from London Heathrow (LHR) to Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) in under 10 hours. With five flights per week, getting away to New Orleans with British Airways couldn’t be easier. Travel in Club World, World Traveller Plus or World Traveller and take advantage of the award-winning British Airways service – with complimentary food, drinks and newspapers on-board the time will fly. Choose to fly with hand baggage only or pick a price that includes a 23kg checked baggage allowance and free seat selection 24 hours before you fly.

Flying to New Orleans with British Airways

Flying to New Orleans with British Airways

Fly to Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) with British Airways and get award-winning service and fantastic benefits. Let us take care of everything, from flights to accommodation and airport transfers. Our standard economy fares include free seat selection 24 hours in advance*, complimentary on-board food and bar service and the ability to check-in online, on your mobile or at the airport. Premium economy travellers can also enjoy priority boarding and an enhanced inflight experience.

*Free seat selection 24 hours in advance is not available if you are travelling on a hand baggage only (Basic) fare.

Flying direct to New Orleans from London

Flying direct to New Orleans from London

With five flights from London Heathrow each week, you could be enjoying a holiday in New Orleans before you know it. Our Standard economy fares include a generous checked baggage allowance and two cabin bags. With complimentary on-board drinks and snacks, there’s no need to worry about unexpected hidden charges either. We also offer priority boarding for families and Skyflyer activity packs to keep little ones entertained.

Getting around New Orleans

Getting around New Orleans

Louis Armstrong Airport is located just a few miles west of downtown New Orleans. Book car hire and receive great benefits – with all mandatory charges included and 24-hour customer support. You will collect Avios on every rental.