How Much Does International Move Cost in New Orleans, LA?

New Orleans pricing is near the national average. Updated for 2026.

Based on local labor rates, humid-subtropical climate conditions, and New Orleans's tourism-energy-trade economy.See our methodology

Low End
$1,900
Average
$7,125
High End
$14,250
per move
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International Move Pricing in New Orleans, LA

New Orleans offers near-average pricing for international move, making it a reasonable market for this service. The local tourism-energy-trade economy supports a tight labor pool, and the city's 385K population base ensures you can find multiple qualified providers to compare quotes.

Local climate plays a direct role in international move costs here. Extreme humidity and hurricane risk dominate building considerations; below-sea-level areas need special foundation work; termite pressure is severe.

Market-specific factors matter in New Orleans: unique architectural preservation requirements in historic districts; limited contractor pool increases rates; flood zone requirements add significant cost.

New Orleans has moderate permitting requirements. Depending on the scope of your international move project, you may need local permits. A licensed contractor will handle the permitting process as part of the job in most cases.

New Orleans vs National Average

New Orleans Average
$7,125
National Average
$7,500
Difference
-5%
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What Affects International Move Cost in New Orleans?

Destination

Canada/Mexico: $2,000-$5,000. Europe: $4,000-$10,000. Asia/Australia: $5,000-$15,000. South America: $3,500-$8,000

Method

Air freight: $4-$8/lb. Full container (sea): $3,000-$8,000. Shared container (sea): $1,500-$4,000

New Orleans Market Conditions

unique architectural preservation requirements in historic districts; limited contractor pool increases rates; flood zone requirements add significant cost

Local Climate Impact

extreme humidity and hurricane risk dominate building considerations; below-sea-level areas need special foundation work; termite pressure is severe

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Top-Rated International Move Pros in New Orleans, LA

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Heritage Electrical

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โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…4.2(54 reviews)
๐Ÿ“ 123 Main St, New Orleans, LA๐Ÿ—๏ธ Since 2001
โœ“ Licensedโœ“ Insuredโšก Usually responds in 3 hours

Quality HVAC Solutions

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โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…3.5(122 reviews)
๐Ÿ“ 684 Market St, New Orleans, LA๐Ÿ—๏ธ Since 1999
โœ“ Licensedโœ“ Insuredโšก Usually responds in 2 hours

Apex Contractors

โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…4.9(155 reviews)
๐Ÿ“ 105 Washington Ave, New Orleans, LA๐Ÿ—๏ธ Since 1995
โœ“ Licensedโœ“ InsuredBBB: A

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Tips to Save on International Move in New Orleans

  • 1.Sea freight is 70-80% cheaper than air freight
  • 2.Ship only what's worth more than its weight โ€” many items are cheaper to replace abroad
  • 3.Get a shared container (LCL) instead of a full container if you have less than 600 cu ft
  • 4.Sell furniture and buy new abroad โ€” it's often cheaper than shipping
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๐Ÿ“ˆ International Move in New Orleans Cost Trends (2020โ€“2024)

Prices have increased +17.7% over the last 5 years

$6,052
2020
$6,306
2021
$6,716
2022
$6,904
2023
$7,125
2024
YearNational AvgYoY Change
2020$6,052โ€”
2021$6,306+4.2%
2022$6,716+6.5%
2023$6,904+2.8%
2024$7,125+3.2%

Based on national averages adjusted for annual inflation. Actual costs vary by location and project scope.

๐Ÿ’ฌ What Did You Pay?

Real costs reported by homeowners for International Move in New Orleans

$7,426
Avg Reported
$5,198
Lowest Reported
$10,768
Highest Reported

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does an international move take?

Air freight: 1-2 weeks door to door. Sea freight: 4-8 weeks for Atlantic crossings, 6-12 weeks for Pacific. Add 1-2 weeks for customs clearance on either end.

Why does international move cost different in New Orleans than other cities?

New Orleans's costs reflect local labor rates driven by the tourism-energy-trade economy, humid-subtropical climate conditions that affect materials and scheduling, and moderate permitting requirements. The tight labor market also influences competitive pricing.

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