New Orleans to London (MSY–LHR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
MSY–LHR is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. British Airways leads the route. The flight covers 4,620 miles in approximately 8h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA British Airways Also: AY, EI, IB | 7 | 788 | 8h50 | Oneworld | AY, EI, IB |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
MSY: CDT · LHR: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in New Orleans, it's 12:00 AM (next day) in London.
US citizens need a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before travel, applied for online. The ETA costs GBP 10 and is valid for multiple entries over 2 years. Stays are permitted for up to 6 months per visit. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.
Declare goods over GBP 390 in value. UK duty-free allowances apply on goods from outside the UK.
Heathrow Express runs every 15 minutes to Paddington (15 min, £25). Piccadilly line is slower (50–60 min) but £5.50 with Oyster. National Express coaches serve all terminals from Victoria (60–90 min, £6–10). Black cabs cost £50–90 to central London depending on traffic and time of day.
Mild maritime climate. Summers average 18–23°C with long daylight hours. Winters are 2–7°C, rarely below freezing. Rain is frequent year-round but rarely heavy. Pack layers and a waterproof jacket regardless of season. Fog can disrupt flights November through February.
MSY–LHR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MSY to LHR
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) are connected by nonstop service from British Airways. With 27 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
MSY to LHR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MSY to LHR is about 8 hours 50 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 4,620 miles (7,435 km). There are approximately 27 weekly flights outbound and 28 return, totaling 55 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Nashville, Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta and Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.