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$125+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Irvine, CA

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 2/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — LAX
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Thu 2/27
Thu 3/6
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The best prices from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Irvine are usually found in February or September, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

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This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/1611:40 amMSY - LAX
1 stop11h 55mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/2210:30 amLAX - MSY
1 stop9h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$126
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/107:47 pmMSY - LAX
1 stop6h 38mFrontier
Sun 4/136:30 amLAX - MSY
1 stop10h 17mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$130
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/812:39 pmMSY - LAX
Nonstop4h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/106:30 amLAX - MSY
1 stop11h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$134

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New OrleansLos Angeles

MSY - LAX

MSYLAX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 4/16

11:40 am-9:35 pm

1 stop11h 55m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/22

10:30 am-10:12 pm

1 stop9h 42m

$126

New OrleansLos Angeles

MSY - LAX

MSYLAX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 4/10

7:47 pm-12:25 am

1 stop6h 38m

Los Angeles

Sun 4/13

6:30 am-6:47 pm

1 stop10h 17m

$130

New OrleansLos Angeles

MSY - LAX

MSYLAX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 4/10

7:47 pm-12:25 am

1 stop6h 38m

Los Angeles

Sun 4/13

8:31 am-2:09 pm

Nonstop3h 38m

$136

New OrleansLos Angeles

MSY - LAX

MSYLAX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 3/27

2:59 pm-5:26 pm

Nonstop4h 27m

Los Angeles

Wed 4/2

7:10 am-12:39 pm

Nonstop3h 29m

$297

New OrleansLos Angeles

MSY - LAX

MSYLAX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 4/14

7:35 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop6h 23m

Los Angeles

Mon 4/14

12:58 am-9:44 am

1 stop6h 46m

$311

New OrleansLos Angeles

MSY - LAX

MSYLAX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 2/28

9:24 am-10:35 pm

1 stop15h 11m

$125

New OrleansLos Angeles

MSY - LAX

MSYLAX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 5/25

7:50 pm-12:27 am

1 stop6h 37m

$142

New OrleansLos Angeles

MSY - LAX

MSYLAX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 3/24

6:15 am-8:47 am

Nonstop4h 32m

$149

New OrleansLos Angeles

MSY - LAX

MSYLAX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 5/9

7:35 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$169

New OrleansLos Angeles

MSY - LAX

MSYLAX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 7/17

2:37 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop10h 07m

$173

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Travel insights for flights from New Orleans to Irvine

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Irvine. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

Booking 77 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New Orleans to Irvine. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Irvine (average of $246). Flying from New Orleans to Irvine in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 IR9?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Irvine. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 22, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New Orleans to Irvine as you normally would.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Irvine. Price data was last updated on February 16, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from New Orleans to Irvine

Explore weekly flight availability from New Orleans to Irvine. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated February 22, 2025.

The most flights from MSY to IR9 are scheduled on a Thursday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

Rainfall in Irvine by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Irvine ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Irvine when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Irvine by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Irvine, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Irvine

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Irvine. 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 Irvine. Reviews last updated February 22, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Breeze Airways and Alaska Airlines from New Orleans to Irvine have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,401 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,401 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,401 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
150 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,401 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,700 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,401 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,212 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,401 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,314 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,401 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Orleans to Irvine. 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 Irvine?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from New Orleans to Irvine. You should not have trouble finding flights to Irvine from Louis Armstrong; the airport handles an average of 17 outbound flights to Irvine per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights from the New Orleans airport to Irvine. It is only a 11.4 mi journey to Louis Armstrong (MSY) from New Orleans’s city center.

  • How popular is this New Orleans to Irvine flight route?

    Within the past month, 100 users have taken a look at flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Irvine.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $125 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $142 and Delta from $149 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New Orleans to Irvine?

    Consider Air France (90%), Spirit Airlines (89%) or WestJet (83%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from New Orleans to Irvine.

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

    The cheapest flight price from New Orleans to Irvine is $95. On average you can expect to pay $828. The most popular route, (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $86.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans to Irvine 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 Irvine?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Irvine (average of $246). Flying from New Orleans to Irvine in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 6 airlines flying from New Orleans to Irvine

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Irvine. 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 February 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$99Average$232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$100Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$162Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$185Average$482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$273Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$283Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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