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$55+ Cheap flights from Houston to New Orleans (MSY)

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HOU — MSY
Dec 27 — Jan 31
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The best prices from Houston to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in January or June, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) to New Orleans (MSY). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 22, 2024.

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$86
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One-way from

$55
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$206
From Houston to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
One-way flight from Houston to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
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Cheapest flights from Houston to New Orleans
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Tue 12/315:00 amIAH - MSY
Nonstop1h 10mSpirit Airlines
Sun 1/510:09 pmMSY - IAH
Nonstop1h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/22$103
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Sat 12/287:54 pmIAH - MSY
Nonstop1h 14mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/210:15 pmMSY - IAH
1 stop26h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$284
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Sat 12/2810:05 pmHOU - MSY
Nonstop1h 05mSouthwest
Wed 1/84:10 pmMSY - HOU
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/22$382
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Sat 12/286:00 amHOU - MSY
1 stop3h 34mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/86:00 amMSY - HOU
1 stop5h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$431
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Sun 12/296:35 pmIAH - MSY
Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/35:00 amMSY - IAH
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$441
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Sun 12/295:00 amIAH - MSY
1 stop3h 56mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/293:46 pmMSY - IAH
1 stop4h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$486
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Sun 12/296:03 amHOU - MSY
1 stop4h 18mDelta
Sun 12/294:36 pmMSY - HOU
1 stop5h 52mDelta
Deal found 12/22$1,253

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston to New Orleans that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 22, 2024.

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IAH - MSY

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Wed 1/8

7:50 pm-9:04 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 1/10

4:06 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

$86

HoustonNew Orleans

IAH - MSY

IAHMSY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 1/23

9:17 pm-4:24 pm

1 stop19h 07m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 1/27

5:38 pm-11:06 am

1 stop17h 28m

$108

HoustonNew Orleans

IAH - MSY

IAHMSY

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Thu 1/16

11:16 am-7:59 pm

1 stop8h 43m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 1/24

3:25 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop8h 09m

$129

HoustonNew Orleans

HOU - MSY

HOUMSY

Houston Hobby

Tue 1/7

6:30 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 1/8

9:35 am-10:55 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$138

HoustonNew Orleans

IAH - MSY

IAHMSY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 2/5

10:15 pm-11:28 pm

Nonstop1h 13m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 2/7

6:55 am-8:19 am

Nonstop1h 24m

$207

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HOU - MSY

HOUMSY

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Mon 2/10

6:00 am-9:44 am

1 stop3h 44m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 2/12

4:11 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$221

HoustonNew Orleans

IAH - MSY

IAHMSY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 4/16

5:05 am-8:38 am

1 stop3h 33m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 4/22

6:12 pm-9:53 pm

1 stop3h 41m

$275

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IAH - MSY

IAHMSY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 1/26

1:50 pm-3:01 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

$55

HoustonNew Orleans

HOU - MSY

HOUMSY

Houston Hobby

Sat 2/15

7:15 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

$59

HoustonNew Orleans

IAH - MSY

IAHMSY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 2/15

11:55 am-1:11 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

$59

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to New Orleans

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Travel insights for flights from Houston to New Orleans

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Houston to New Orleans including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 December 20, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Houston to New Orleans, you should look to book at least 73 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 December 22, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Houston to New Orleans in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 32% 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 evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings 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 December 22, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Frontier, United Airlines and Delta 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.
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Very good
4,804 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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8.1

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1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

7.4
Good
9,028 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

6.3
Okay
8,111 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

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 4 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 $86 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and Southwest, starting at $108 and $138 round-trip. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 56% 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 $55. 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 $79. While the most popular route (Houston Hobby - New Orleans Louis Armstrong) can be booked for $76 on average our data indicates $308 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$38Average$111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$117Average$276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$159Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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