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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Houston to New Orleans, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Houston to New Orleans, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap Flight Deals from Houston to New Orleans (HOU-MSY)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Houston to New Orleans that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals from Houston to New Orleans

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Houston to New Orleans.
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Houston to New Orleans flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Houston to New Orleans to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston to New Orleans?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to New Orleans on a Friday and more expensive on a Tuesday. On your return trip to Houston, you should consider flying back on a Saturday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans is June, where tickets cost £102 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and February, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £181 and £177 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.
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Good to know - Cheap tickets from Houston to New Orleans

Low season

June

High season

November
Best time to beat the crowds (31% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (13% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Houston to New Orleans

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Houston to New Orleans based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Houston to New Orleans flights

  • Which transportation options are available from downtown Houston to Hobby Airport?

    Bus No. 40 transports travelers from downtown Houston to Hobby Airport and takes approximately 60min to get to curb zone 3. The bus charges around $1.25 for the one-way trip. Taking a taxi is another option. Taxis charge around $29 to downtown Houston and take approximately 40min to complete the trip.

  • Are rental cars available at Louis Armstrong Airport?

    Several major car rental companies like Budget, Avis, and Enterprise operate at Louis Armstrong Airport. The car rental services are available at the car rental facility, which you can get to once you board the rental car shuttle found at the long-term garage.

  • Does Hobby Airport have family-friendly amenities?

    Hobby Airport has a vast space-themed kids’ play area located in the west concourse where kids can pass time before flights. Mothers can utilize the nursing room near gate 46 and gate 4, which come with nursing chairs and changing tables.

  • Can I get accommodation at Louis Armstrong Airport?

    Several hotels offering exceptional amenities and state-of-the-art accommodation are located approximately 5min away from the airport. You can either stay at the grand Hilton Hotels or the cozy Comfort Inn and Suites hotel. Both hotels provide a free shuttle from the airport’s terminals.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Houston to New Orleans?

    JetBlue, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Houston to New Orleans flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Houston to New Orleans?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Houston to New Orleans flight route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Houston to New Orleans?

    There are direct flights from Houston to New Orleans on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Houston to New Orleans?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Houston to New Orleans.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Houston to New Orleans?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New Orleans from Houston is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Houston to New Orleans?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to New Orleans with an airline and back to Houston with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Houston to New Orleans?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to New Orleans from Houston up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans

  • You can get flights to Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) from Hobby Airport (HOU) with American Airlines and Delta Air Lines. Both airlines make one layover at Dallas Fort Worth Airport or Atlanta Hartsfield–Jackson Airport before landing at Hobby Airport.
  • Hobby Airport has an extensive art collection featuring photographs and sculptures from renowned artists. The magnificent artwork lights up the halls of the vast airport, giving travelers an elevated travel experience. One outstanding piece found at the check-in area of the international concourse is the Ethereal Sky artwork.
  • Travelers can take the RTA 202 Airport express bus, which stops outside Louis Armstrong Airport’s terminals. The bus charges around $1.50 and takes approximately 50min from the airport to downtown New Orleans. Alternatively, one can hail a cab available at the cab stand on level 1. Cab fare is around $33.
  • Hobby Airport has several parking options for those who wish to leave their vehicles for a couple of days or weeks. The Ecopark lots are more budget-friendly since they charge around $9 per day. Those not on a budget can also opt for valet parking, which costs about $26 per day.
  • Louis Armstrong airport has visual paging throughout the airport and flight information display monitors that benefit those with hearing impairments. In case you require wheelchair assistance or any other special aid, you can put in a request through the airline. Those with disabilities also get help with their luggage.
  • You can avoid the morning rush hour traffic from Houston city to the bustling airport, especially when you have an early morning flight to catch by staying at the cozy hotels situated approximately 1 mile away from Hobby Airport, like DoubleTree by Hilton hotel or Holiday Inn hotel. The hotels also provide free shuttles from the airport.
  • Hobby Airport has a lounge that only active military members and their families can access free of charge. The lounge, located at the central concourse of the main terminal, has gaming areas, children’s zones, baby changing stations, complimentary refreshments, and Wi-Fi.

Prefer to fly direct from Houston to New Orleans?

Find which airlines fly direct from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

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Direct returns

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

Information on your arrival and departure airports

New Orleans (MSY)
Houston (HOU)

Compare transportation modes for Houston to New Orleans

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Trains£1000h 00m
Buses£647h 10m

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