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$49+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) to New Orleans (MSY)

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 12/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — MSY
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Houston Hobby to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in June or January, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Hobby to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hobby (HOU) 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 November 20, 2024.

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
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Round-trip from

$98
(Southwest)

One-way from

$49
(Southwest)
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Cheapest flights from Hobby to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 20, 2024.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/196:05 amHOU - MSY
Nonstop1h 05mSouthwest
Thu 12/199:55 pmMSY - HOU
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 11/19$98
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/46:16 pmHOU - MSY
1 stop20h 00mFrontier
Sat 12/73:16 pmMSY - HOU
1 stop26h 10mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$164
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Tue 12/246:00 amHOU - MSY
1 stop3h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/296:24 amMSY - HOU
1 stop5h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$213
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/232:53 pmHOU - MSY
2 stops17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/249:09 pmMSY - HOU
2 stops40h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$699
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/296:03 amHOU - MSY
1 stop4h 18mDelta
Sun 12/294:36 pmMSY - HOU
1 stop5h 52mDelta
Deal found 11/19$1,343

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Hobby 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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HoustonNew Orleans

HOU - MSY

HOUMSY

Houston Hobby

Thu 12/19

6:05 am-7:10 am

Nonstop1h 05m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 12/19

9:55 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$98

HoustonNew Orleans

HOU - MSY

HOUMSY

Houston Hobby

Wed 12/4

6:16 pm-2:16 pm

1 stop20h 00m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 12/7

3:16 pm-5:26 pm

1 stop26h 10m

$164

HoustonNew Orleans

HOU - MSY

HOUMSY

Houston Hobby

Tue 1/7

6:00 am-3:23 pm

1 stop9h 23m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/9

7:35 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop4h 20m

$191

HoustonNew Orleans

HOU - MSY

HOUMSY

Houston Hobby

Tue 1/7

6:00 am-10:46 am

1 stop4h 46m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 1/7

3:25 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$1,263

HoustonNew Orleans

HOU - MSY

HOUMSY

Houston Hobby

Thu 12/19

6:05 am-7:10 am

Nonstop1h 05m

$49

HoustonNew Orleans

HOU - MSY

HOUMSY

Houston Hobby

Sat 2/22

10:36 am-6:43 pm

1 stop8h 07m

$54

HoustonNew Orleans

HOU - MSY

HOUMSY

Houston Hobby

Tue 1/28

6:25 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop4h 18m

$93

HoustonNew Orleans

HOU - MSY

HOUMSY

Houston Hobby

Mon 11/25

5:48 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops26h 07m

$201

HoustonNew Orleans

HOU - MSY

HOUMSY

Houston Hobby

Wed 1/22

6:00 am-8:36 pm

1 stop14h 36m

$259

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Hobby to New Orleans in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Houston Hobby Airport-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Houston Hobby Airport-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Houston Hobby Airport-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Houston Hobby Airport-New Orleans flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Houston Hobby Airport-New Orleans flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Hobby to New Orleans

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hobby to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans is 73 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport 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 Hobby 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 November 20, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 41% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Hobby to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon 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 November 20, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Houston to New Orleans, see what other customers have to say about Southwest and American Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Frontier
6.1
Okay
3,539 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hobby 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 airport do you fly into for flights to New Orleans from Houston Hobby?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY), located 11.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Houston Hobby to New Orleans. 3 airlines have flights to Louis Armstrong from Houston Hobby on a regular basis. Booking flights from Houston Hobby to New Orleans Louis Armstrong should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 5 inbound flights from Houston Hobby per day.

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

    According to our current data, Southwest ($98), Frontier ($164), and American Airlines ($191) offers the cheapest pricing from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans. You may be able to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans for 48% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Southwest, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $49. Frontier flights start at $74 while deals on American Airlines start at $80 one-way.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $232 for a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans. The cheapest flight overall is $79 while the most popular route, (Houston Hobby - New Orleans Louis Armstrong) is currently priced at $76.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobby 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 Hobby Airport to New Orleans?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport 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 Hobby to New Orleans

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Hobby 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$44Average$110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$117Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$158Average$275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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