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$38+ Cheap flights from Houston to New Orleans (MSY)

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HOU — MSY
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$52
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One-way from

$38
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From Houston to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
One-way flight from Houston to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($31 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Houston to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

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Thu 5/83:49 pmIAH - MSY
Nonstop1h 17mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/126:11 pmMSY - IAH
Nonstop1h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/26$52
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 5/85:55 amHOU - MSY
Nonstop1h 05mSouthwest
Mon 5/125:50 amMSY - HOU
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 3/26$117
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/127:30 amIAH - MSY
Nonstop1h 18mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/152:18 pmMSY - IAH
Nonstop1h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$157
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Wed 4/165:00 amHOU - MSY
1 stop4h 44mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/237:35 pmMSY - HOU
1 stop4h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$159
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Sat 4/56:00 amIAH - MSY
1 stop12h 57mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/79:57 pmMSY - IAH
1 stop10h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$172
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Thu 5/225:00 amIAH - MSY
1 stop4h 02mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/245:12 amMSY - IAH
1 stop4h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$179
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/410:36 amHOU - MSY
1 stop8h 20mFrontier
Tue 4/87:47 pmMSY - HOU
1 stop13h 45mFrontier
Deal found 3/26$191
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Sun 3/305:00 pmIAH - MSY
1 stop21h 25mFrontier
Tue 4/11:32 pmMSY - IAH
1 stop23h 08mFrontier
Deal found 3/26$241

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Thu 5/8

3:49 pm-5:06 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 5/12

6:11 pm-7:34 pm

Nonstop1h 23m

$52

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Thu 5/8

5:55 am-7:00 am

Nonstop1h 05m

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5:50 am-7:10 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$117

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IAH - MSY

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7:30 am-8:48 am

Nonstop1h 18m

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Sun 6/15

2:18 pm-3:40 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

$157

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HOUMSY

Houston Hobby

Wed 4/16

5:00 am-9:44 am

1 stop4h 44m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 4/23

7:35 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop4h 21m

$159

HoustonNew Orleans

IAH - MSY

IAHMSY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 4/9

10:17 pm-6:47 pm

1 stop20h 30m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 4/11

11:59 am-1:19 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$161

HoustonNew Orleans

IAH - MSY

IAHMSY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/22

5:00 am-9:02 am

1 stop4h 02m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 5/24

5:12 am-9:19 am

1 stop4h 07m

$179

HoustonNew Orleans

HOU - MSY

HOUMSY

Houston Hobby

Sat 4/12

12:27 pm-6:57 pm

1 stop6h 30m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 4/13

7:47 pm-9:32 am

1 stop13h 45m

$261

HoustonNew Orleans

IAH - MSY

IAHMSY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 4/30

2:24 pm-8:49 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$38

HoustonNew Orleans

HOU - MSY

HOUMSY

Houston Hobby

Mon 6/9

9:00 pm-10:15 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$59

HoustonNew Orleans

IAH - MSY

IAHMSY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 5/7

9:30 am-10:49 am

Nonstop1h 19m

$59

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The best insider tips for Houston to New Orleans flights

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Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seats offer 11 inches more legroom, perfect for added comfort on short flights.


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Southwest

Enjoy free snacks and non-alcoholic drinks, enhancing your short-haul flight experience.


Southwest offers two free checked bags, ideal for travelers with extra luggage needs.

Airports
IAH

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HOU

HOU's single terminal makes navigation easy, with short security lines outside peak holiday periods, allowing travelers to arrive closer to departure time.

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MSY

For quick access to downtown New Orleans, taxis are recommended from MSY, offering a flat rate and usually faster service than rideshares.

Read more about MSYby Brandon Schultz
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Originally from Anchorage, Alaska, Scott is a frequent contributor to Fodor’s Travel Guide, Conde Nast Traveler, TravelAge West, and TravelPulse. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management from Alaska Pacific University and a Master of Science in Airline Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and has worked in the airline and hotel industries and as a travel consultant.

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to New Orleans

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

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Houston to New Orleans, you should look to book at least 75 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 Houston to New Orleans?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Houston to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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 HOU to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston to New Orleans. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Houston to New Orleans in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 20% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Houston to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on November 10, 2024.

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

Rainfall in New Orleans by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Orleans ranges from 3.3 - 6.4 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.4 in. October is typically the driest time to visit New Orleans when rainfall is around 3.3 in.

Temperature in New Orleans by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Orleans, 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 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Orleans. 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 New Orleans. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, United Airlines and American Airlines from Houston to New Orleans. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

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.

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

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.

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

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.

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

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.

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

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.

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

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.

Houston to New Orleans Travel Guide

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is 11 miles from downtown New Orleans. It’s located mostly in Jefferson Parish. This is the main airport servicing the southeast part of Louisiana. The airport covers about 1,500 acres of land.

You’ll find that Southwest only offers direct flights from Houston to New Orleans. The flight is relatively short and there are many options of non-stop flights so it’s really up to your preference.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Houston to New Orleans. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve Houston to New Orleans flights?

    You can fly on Southwest from William P. Hobby Airport in Houston to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport in New Orleans, Louisiana. You can fly out of George Bush Intercontinental Airport to New Orleans on United or Spirit. American Airlines operates some flights out of both Houston airports that go into the airport in New Orleans.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Houston to New Orleans?

    You can choose from Spirit Airlines, United, and Southwest for direct flights going to New Orleans from Houston. All of Southwest’s flights go out of Hobby. The others operate theirs out of George Bush. There’s a pretty big range in price. The flight time is right around an hour.

  • What are the stopover options between Houston to New Orleans?

    If you choose a flight with a stopover, you might make a stop in Fort Lauderdale. American Airlines has many flights that stop in Dallas. There are options from around an hour to close to four hours. Delta has a one-stop flight that goes through Atlanta. The stopovers start at under an hour. Travel times run from about four hours up to around eight.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Houston to New Orleans?

    You don’t need a passport or a visa to fly to New Orleans from Houston. This is a domestic flight with no stops outside the country. You’ll only need to show up with a valid form of identification. You may use your passport but you don’t have to.

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

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Houston to New Orleans. You should not have trouble finding flights to Louis Armstrong from Houston; the airport handles an average of 4 inbound flights from Houston per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the New Orleans airport from Houston. It is only a 11.4 mi journey from Louis Armstrong (MSY) to New Orleans’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Houston to New Orleans round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Houston to New Orleans is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $52 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and United Airlines, starting at $117 and $157 round-trip. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 74% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $38. Southwest flights start at $59 while deals on United Airlines start at $59 one-way.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $58. While the most popular route (Houston Hobby - New Orleans Louis Armstrong) can be booked for $37 on average our data indicates $183 when flying from Houston to New Orleans.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Houston to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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 Houston to New Orleans

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Houston to New Orleans. 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 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$43Average$118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$117Average$281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$125Average$286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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