Cheap flights from Houston to New Orleans
Flights overview
Prices shown are for one adult in Economy class flights from Zürich to New York. This includes the cheapest Business class options where available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Useful information for finding cheap flights from Houston to New Orleans and booking your next trip
| Cheapest round-trip flights | HK$794 | FrontierNonstop2 hrThu, Feb 19 — Mon, Feb 23 | The cheapest round-trip flight from Houston to New Orleans is currently HK$794 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | HK$234 | FrontierNonstop2 hrWed, Feb 18 | The cheapest one-way flight from Houston to New Orleans is currently HK$234 | |
| Cheapest nonstop flights | HK$817 | FrontierNonstop2 hrThu, Feb 19 — Sun, Feb 22 | The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Houston to New Orleans is currently HK$817 | |
| Last-minute weekend getaway | HK$3,105 | Spirit1 stop6 hrSat, Dec 27 — Sun, Dec 28 | The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Houston to New Orleans is currently HK$3,105 | |
| Cheapest business class flights | HK$3,151 | UnitedNonstop2 hrThu, Jan 22 — Mon, Jan 26 | The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Houston to New Orleans is currently HK$3,151 |
| Fastest flight | 1 hr 5 min | The fastest nonstop flight from Houston to New Orleans takes 1 hr 5 min |
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| Nonstop flights | Every day | There are direct flights on this route every day. |
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Typical prices for the least expensive flights for weekend trips from Houston to New Orleans per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from Houston to New Orleans is typically September. The most expensive month to fly is typically December.
| September Cheapest | Typical prices: HK$450–930 |
|---|---|
| December Most expensive | Typical prices: HK$940–2,100 |
Popular airlines from Houston to New Orleans
Popularity is based on the number of weekly nonstop and connecting flights the airline operates. Connecting flights do not include interline routes.
Flight suggestions are based on an airline's cheapest round-trip fares from Houston to New Orleans in the next 3 months. Prices include required taxes + fees for one adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
Typical prices are based on fares observed in the past year for one-week round trips with the same origin, destination, and airline.
- SouthwestNonstopfrom HK$1,673Typical price: HK$1,000–2,40038 weekly nonstop flightsHOU - MSYEvery day2251 weekly connecting flightsHOU - MSYEvery day
- UnitedNonstopfrom HK$1,673Typical price: HK$1,050–2,70052 weekly nonstop flightsIAH - MSYEvery day223 weekly connecting flightsIAH - MSYEvery day
- Americanfrom HK$1,824Typical price: HK$1,450–3,450541 weekly connecting flightsHOU, IAH - MSYEvery day
- Deltafrom HK$10,896Typical price: HK$6,700–10,000329 weekly connecting flightsHOU, IAH - MSYEvery day
- Spiritfrom HK$960Typical price: HK$520–1,55038 weekly connecting flightsIAH - MSYEvery day
- Frontierfrom HK$817Typical price: HK$1,300–4,15022 weekly connecting flightsIAH - MSYEvery day
Popular airports near Houston
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Houston center and popularity with travelers.
- George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)HoustonUnited States22 min25 km
- William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)HoustonUnited States23 min15 km
- Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)DallasUnited States3 hr 52 min382 km
- Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)AustinUnited States2 hr 28 min226 km
Popular airports near New Orleans
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from New Orleans center and popularity with travelers.
- Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)New OrleansUnited States17 min18 km
- Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR)Baton RougeUnited States1 hr 24 min121 km
- Pensacola International Airport (PNS)PensacolaUnited States3 hr 1 min283 km
- Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport (GPT)GulfportUnited States1 hr 13 min109 km
Frequently asked questions about flying from Houston to New Orleans
The cheapest flights from Houston to New Orleans are usually in September. Typical ticket prices in September range from HK$450 to HK$930.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Houston to New Orleans recently found on Google Flights was with Frontier from HK$794. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from HK$234.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest Southwest flight from Houston to New Orleans is HK$1,673, flying from Jan 22 to Jan 26.
- The cheapest United flight from Houston to New Orleans is HK$1,673, flying from Jan 22 to Jan 26.
- The cheapest American flight from Houston to New Orleans is HK$1,824, flying from Jan 22 to Jan 26.
- The cheapest Delta flight from Houston to New Orleans is HK$10,896, flying from Jan 8 to Jan 11.
- The cheapest Spirit flight from Houston to New Orleans is HK$960, flying from Jan 9 to Jan 12.
- The cheapest Frontier flight from Houston to New Orleans is HK$817, flying from Feb 19 to Feb 22.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Houston to New Orleans starts at HK$794 from Thu, Feb 19 to Mon, Feb 23. The cheapest one-way flight starts at HK$234 and departs on Wed, Feb 18.
1 hr 5 min is the shortest flight time from Houston to New Orleans.
New Orleans' peak travel season is Feb–May, which is also when major events like Mardi Gras (Feb/Mar) and Jazz Fest (Apr–May) occur. Other events are the Essence Music Festival (Jul), which focuses on African-American artists; Tales of the Cocktail (Jul), with mixology-related events; the Louis Armstrong celebration Satchmo Summerfest (Aug); the New Orleans Film Festival (Oct); and the Voodoo music festival (Oct/Nov). Summers can be hot, humid and rainy. Hurricane season is Jun–Nov.
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Houston to New Orleans.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Houston to New Orleans really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Houston to New Orleans.
In terms of nonstop flights, United is the most popular. United offers 52 nonstop flights and 223 connecting flights per week. United flies from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY).
In terms of flights, Southwest is the most popular. Southwest offers 38 nonstop flights and 2,251 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY).
Other popular airlines flying from Houston to New Orleans are:
In terms of nonstop flights, United is the most popular. United offers 52 nonstop flights and 223 connecting flights per week. United flies from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY).
In terms of flights, Southwest is the most popular. Southwest offers 38 nonstop flights and 2,251 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY).
Other popular airlines flying from Houston to New Orleans are:
- American offers 541 connecting flights per week. American flies from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU), George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY).
- Delta offers 329 connecting flights per week. Delta flies from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU), George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY).
- Spirit offers 38 connecting flights per week. Spirit flies from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY).
- Frontier offers 22 connecting flights per week. Frontier flies from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY).
The cheapest round-trip flight from Houston to New Orleans recently found on Google Flights was with Frontier from HK$794. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from HK$234.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest Southwest flight from Houston to New Orleans is HK$1,673, flying from Jan 22 to Jan 26.
- The cheapest United flight from Houston to New Orleans is HK$1,673, flying from Jan 22 to Jan 26.
- The cheapest American flight from Houston to New Orleans is HK$1,824, flying from Jan 22 to Jan 26.
- The cheapest Delta flight from Houston to New Orleans is HK$10,896, flying from Jan 8 to Jan 11.
- The cheapest Spirit flight from Houston to New Orleans is HK$960, flying from Jan 9 to Jan 12.
- The cheapest Frontier flight from Houston to New Orleans is HK$817, flying from Feb 19 to Feb 22.
Southwest and United fly direct from Houston to New Orleans.
- There are 38 Southwest direct flights from Houston to New Orleans per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 52 United direct flights from Houston to New Orleans per week. Flights are available every day.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Houston and New Orleans at price HK$3,105 is offered by Spirit from Sat, Dec 27 to Sun, Dec 28.
Southwest and United fly direct from Houston to New Orleans.
- There are 38 Southwest direct flights from Houston to New Orleans per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 52 United direct flights from Houston to New Orleans per week. Flights are available every day.
There are direct flights from Houston to New Orleans on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Houston and New Orleans start at HK$817 from Thu, Feb 19 to Sun, Feb 22 with Frontier.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Houston to New Orleans, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Houston and New Orleans start at HK$3,151 from Thu, Jan 22 to Mon, Jan 26 with United.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Houston and New Orleans start at HK$794 from Thu, Feb 19 to Mon, Feb 23.
To book business class trips from Houston to New Orleans, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Houston and New Orleans starts at HK$3,105 from Sat, Dec 27 to Sun, Dec 28 with Spirit.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Houston and New Orleans at price HK$3,105 is offered by Spirit from Sat, Dec 27 to Sun, Dec 28.
To find last-minute flight deals from Houston to New Orleans, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
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Prices include required taxes + fees for 1 adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
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