Maui from New Orleans, Nov 21–30: $4,131 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- $411 per person below the highest fare we saw for these dates
- Steps to Beach | King Bed + Resort Amenities, rated 8.1 by 6 guests
- Free cancellation at Steps to Beach | King Bed + Resort Amenities
The catch: Not nonstop: 2 stops on the way, 26h 19m in all.
Worth it if you want sun, sand and a pool; skip it if you want a city to walk.
Round-trip flights on United from New Orleans to Maui cost $990 per person for Nov 21–30, 2026 when we checked, $411 below the highest fare we saw for these dates. Three places to stay start at $206 a night for the 9-night stay. The total, before you go: $3,838 for two, flights and Steps to Beach | King Bed + Resort Amenities with taxes and fees. Prices move; every link below shows the live price.
The total, before you go
$4,131 for two · 9 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $1,980 |
| Steps to Beach | King Bed + Resort Amenities, 9 nights, two guests, taxes in | $1,858 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | $293 |
| The total, before you go | $4,131 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $160 |
$411 per person below the highest fare we saw for these dates.
Not in it: seat picks on basic fares and a checked bag (about $40 each way per bag on United, $160 for two round trip); the resort fee is counted above. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
$990 per person, round trip
$1,980 for two, taxes and fees included · United · 2 stops · 26h 19m
Out Sat, Nov 21, 2:41 PM – Sun, Nov 22, 1:00 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| United | $990 | 2 stops | 26h 19m |
| F9 + WS + AC | $1,250 | 3 stops | 69h 44m |
| United | $1,086 | 2 stops | 23h 34m |
Prices checked Oct 19, 2026, 7:30 PM CDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why Maui
Why we picked it: Maui is the best value we priced for a week away: $990 round trip.
Maui is the honeymoon island, with golden resort beaches, the sunrise summit of Haleakala, humpback whales and the winding Road to Hana.
Weather in Maui, Nov 21–30
Typical highs 79–82°F, lows near 69°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Nov 21 | 82 °F | 70 °F | Partly cloudy |
| Sun, Nov 22 | 80 °F | 69 °F | Overcast |
| Mon, Nov 23 | 80 °F | 69 °F | Overcast |
| Tue, Nov 24 | 79 °F | 69 °F | Partly cloudy |
| Wed, Nov 25 | 80 °F | 69 °F | Partly cloudy |
| Thu, Nov 26 | 80 °F | 69 °F | Partly cloudy |
| Fri, Nov 27 | 79 °F | 69 °F | Mostly clear |
| Sat, Nov 28 | 80 °F | 69 °F | Drizzle |
| Sun, Nov 29 | 81 °F | 69 °F | Overcast |
| Mon, Nov 30 | 80 °F | 69 °F | Overcast |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Maui
Steps to Beach | King Bed + Resort Amenities
$1,858 for 9 nights, two guests · $206 a night
See roomsWailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui
$7,965 for 9 nights, two guests · $885 a night
See roomsDays Inn by Wyndham Maui Oceanfront
$2,087 for 9 nights, two guests · $232 a night
See roomsAll hotels in Maui for these dates
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Where in Maui
- Wailea: Luxury beachfront resorts and golf on the sunny south shore.
- Kihei: Condos and mid-range hotels along long sandy beaches.
- Kaanapali: West Maui's classic resort strip with a beach walk and Whalers Village.
- Kapalua / Napili: Quieter bays, golf and snorkelling in the far northwest.
- Hana / Upcountry: Remote rainforest and ranch country for a night away from the resorts.
What to do in Maui
Signature experiences
- Watch sunrise from the summit of Haleakala
- Drive the Road to Hana past waterfalls and black-sand beaches
- Snorkel Molokini Crater by boat
- See humpback whales from Lahaina or Maalaea in winter
- Swim at Kaanapali or Wailea Beach
- Attend a luau at the Old Lahaina Luau or the Grand Wailea
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Getting there and around
| Airports in New Orleans | Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Maui | Kahului (OGG) |
| Flight time | 26h 19m (2 stops) |
| Distance | 4,138 miles each way |
| Time difference | -4 hours |
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What 9 nights in Maui costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $1,980 |
| Hotel, 9 nights (Steps to Beach | King Bed + Resort Amenities) | $1,858 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 9 days for two | $3,420 |
| Total for two | $7,258 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for a luxury destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: New Orleans to Maui
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $990 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $990 (Oct 20, 2026) |
| Price checks | 3 |
Good to know
- Passport: no passport needed for travelers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for Maui.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
Questions readers ask
How much does 9 nights in Maui from New Orleans cost?
About $7,258 for two: $1,980 in flights, $1,858 for the hotel and $3,420 for food, getting around and tickets.
What is the weather like in Maui Nov 21–30?
Typical highs 79–82°F, lows near 69°F this time of year
Do I need a passport for Maui?
No. No passport needed for travelers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for Maui.
How long is the flight from New Orleans to Maui?
26h 19m with 2 stops on United, on the fare we found.
Is $990 a good price for New Orleans to Maui?
We have 3 price checks on this route so far, not enough to call a price typical; the route page lists every fare we found and the history builds with each check.
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