$52 Cheap Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to New Orleans (MSY)

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Today's featured flight deals from Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)

Nonstop
Carry-on included
Lower price than typical

Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans (LAX-MSY)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $52 for one-way flights and $104 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Sat, Oct 18 - Sat, Oct 25
LAX
Los Angeles
MSY
New Orleans
$104 Roundtrip, just found
$104
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 18 from Los Angeles to New Orleans, returning Sat, Oct 25, priced at $104 just found
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 11
LAX
Los Angeles
MSY
New Orleans
$106 Roundtrip, just found
$106
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 7 from Los Angeles to New Orleans, returning Tue, Nov 11, priced at $106 just found
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 19
LAX
Los Angeles
MSY
New Orleans
$108 Roundtrip, just found
$108
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 16 from Los Angeles to New Orleans, returning Sun, Oct 19, priced at $108 just found
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Oct 8 - Sat, Oct 11
LAX
Los Angeles
MSY
New Orleans
$110 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$110
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 8 from Los Angeles to New Orleans, returning Sat, Oct 11, priced at $110 found 6 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Oct 9 - Sat, Oct 11
LAX
Los Angeles
MSY
New Orleans
$112 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$112
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 9 from Los Angeles to New Orleans, returning Sat, Oct 11, priced at $112 found 3 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 20
LAX
Los Angeles
MSY
New Orleans
$116 Roundtrip, just found
$116
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 15 from Los Angeles to New Orleans, returning Mon, Oct 20, priced at $116 just found
Breeze Airways
Tue, Feb 10 - Sat, Feb 21
LAX
Los Angeles
MSY
New Orleans
$125 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$125
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Tue, Feb 10 from Los Angeles to New Orleans, returning Sat, Feb 21, priced at $125 found 11 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Nov 2 - Thu, Nov 6
LAX
Los Angeles
MSY
New Orleans
$178 Roundtrip, just found
$178
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Nov 2 from Los Angeles to New Orleans, returning Thu, Nov 6, priced at $178 just found
Delta
Fri, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 15
LAX
Los Angeles
MSY
New Orleans
$211 Roundtrip, just found
$211
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Nov 14 from Los Angeles to New Orleans, returning Sat, Nov 15, priced at $211 just found
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Oct 27 - Thu, Oct 30
LAX
Los Angeles
MSY
New Orleans
$211 Roundtrip, just found
$211
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 27 from Los Angeles to New Orleans, returning Thu, Oct 30, priced at $211 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles (LAX) to New Orleans (MSY)

April is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $70 - $462 per traveler.

Alternative airports near New Orleans

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. MSY. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 20 minutes. Flights from $222
MSY
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center20 min
Flights from $222
Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to New Orleans (MSY)
Origin airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Breeze Airways, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$104
Distance
1666 mi
Average flight time
5 hours 43 mins

Los Angeles to New Orleans Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Los Angeles to New Orleans

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to New Orleans

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Los Angeles to New Orleans

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Los Angeles to New Orleans in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $52 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Los Angeles to New Orleans flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Los Angeles to New Orleans airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) cost?
Get a cheap one-way flight from $52 or cheap return flight from $104 from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
October is the cheapest month to fly from LAX to MSY. Planning your trip for the off-season is often the key to scoring lower fares.
Which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
Pick from 5 airlines that operate direct flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY). They are:

  • Delta Air Lines
  • American Airlines
  • Southwest Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • United Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
The cheapest airline to offer flights between Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) and Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) will change depending on when you want to travel. United Airlines and Southwest Airlines are just some of your options offering well-priced fares. Use Expedia's filters to compare airlines in one place and find the right LAX to MSY flight for your budget.
How many flights per day from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
When jetting out of Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX), you can choose from an average of 6 daily direct flights to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
The 7 AM departures from LAX to MSY are the most sought after. Prices can be higher for these popular slots. If you're hoping to save money, book during off-peak hours.
What day of the week has the most flights from LAX to MSY?
Jet off on a Friday if you're searching for the best selection of flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY).
What is the earliest flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
The earliest flight out of Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) is at around 7:00AM UTC-8. Board this plane and you'll touch down at Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) at approximately 12:37PM UTC-6. The entire trip takes 3h 37m.
How long does it take to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
The average flight time from LAX to MSY is 3 hours and 32 minutes, covering a total distance of 1,650 mi.
What airline has the least delays from LAX to MSY?
Consider booking with Aeromexico if you'd like to fly straight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) without any holdups. This carrier has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 100%. Want real-time updates? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
Choose a flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays and cancellations. Departures after this time are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for New Orleans from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
If you're traveling on a direct flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to New Orleans, Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) is the only airport you can land at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from LAX to MSY are usually more expensive. To secure the best rates, start looking for flights well in advance. That being said, if you're flexible with your travel dates, it's possible to find a cheap ticket just before your departure.
Is it cheaper to book a LAX to MSY flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a LAX to MSY flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better still, having everything in one place takes the hassle out of planning your trip. Just pick your flights and choose from our extensive range of hotels, then customize your trip with other add-ons like activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
In most instances, you're able to reschedule or cancel your LAX to MSY flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if your booking was made over 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's fees and policies on flight changes, or if you'd like further information, head to our Customer Service portal.

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