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$59+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Galveston, TX

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — HOU
Mar 31 — Apr 71
Mon 3/31
Mon 4/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Galveston are usually found in May or April, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Galveston

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Orleans to Galveston flight deals. Data was last updated March 26, 2025.

Round-trip from

$117
(Southwest)

One-way from

$59
(Southwest)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$168
From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Galveston
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Galveston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Galveston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/175:50 amMSY - HOU
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Tue 4/228:45 amHOU - MSY
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 3/24$117
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/147:39 pmMSY - HOU
1 stop4h 19mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/196:31 pmHOU - MSY
1 stop5h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/25$159

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Galveston that are best for you.

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New OrleansHouston

MSY - HOU

MSYHOU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 4/17

5:50 am-7:10 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Houston Hobby

Tue 4/22

8:45 am-9:55 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$117

New OrleansHouston

MSY - HOU

MSYHOU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 5/14

7:39 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop4h 19m

Houston Hobby

Mon 5/19

6:31 pm-12:15 am

1 stop5h 44m

$159

New OrleansHouston

MSY - HOU

MSYHOU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 4/24

2:15 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$59

New OrleansHouston

MSY - HOU

MSYHOU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 4/22

7:35 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop4h 21m

$80

New OrleansHouston

MSY - HOU

MSYHOU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 4/8

7:47 pm-9:32 am

1 stop13h 45m

$97

New OrleansHouston

MSY - HOU

MSYHOU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/29

10:57 am-7:12 pm

2 stops32h 15m

$161

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Deals found on 3/25

Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Galveston

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Orleans to Galveston

How far ahead should I book a flight from New Orleans to Galveston?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Galveston. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New Orleans to Galveston, you should look to book at least 45 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to Galveston?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Galveston (average of $230). Flying from New Orleans to Galveston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $334). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MSY to G4L?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Galveston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 26, 2025.

When flying from New Orleans to Galveston, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Orleans to Galveston?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Galveston. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New Orleans to Galveston flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Galveston by month

Plan your trip to Galveston by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Galveston ranges from 3.2 - 5.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.9 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Galveston when rainfall is around 3.2 in.

Temperature in Galveston by month

Plan your trip to Galveston by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Galveston, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Galveston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Galveston. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Galveston. Reviews last updated March 26, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,272 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Orleans to Galveston. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from New Orleans to Galveston?

    If you book a flight to Galveston from New Orleans, you will be flying from Louis Armstrong, which is the city’s only airport. New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is located 11.4 mi from the center of New Orleans. There are 4 flights from Louis Armstrong to Galveston per day from 3 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Orleans to Galveston one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from New Orleans to Galveston are Southwest ($59), American Airlines ($80), and Frontier ($97).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New Orleans to Galveston?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from New Orleans to Galveston? While on average our users pay $298, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $63. The most popular route (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Houston Hobby), is priced around $44.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Orleans to Galveston that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Orleans to Galveston flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Orleans to Galveston?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Orleans to Galveston.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Orleans to Galveston?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans to Galveston by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to Galveston?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Galveston (average of $230). Flying from New Orleans to Galveston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $334). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from New Orleans to Galveston

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Galveston. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$47Average$110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$116Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$138Average$263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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