$134 Cheap United flights New Orleans (MSY) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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$134 Cheap United flights New Orleans (MSY) to Los Angeles (LAX)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $134 for one-way flights and $268 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

United
Wed, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 5
MSY
New Orleans
LAX
Los Angeles
$268 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$268
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from New Orleans to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Nov 5, priced at $268 found 11 hours ago
Flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Los Angeles (LAX)
Origin airport
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
Destination airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Breeze Airways, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Popular airline
Spirit Airlines
Distance
1666 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 14 mins

Frequently asked questions

How much is a United Airlines flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Use the "Price (lowest to highest)" filter on Expedia to look for cheap United Airlines round-trip flights from $268 from MSY to LAX. Affordable one-way options from $134 are also on offer.**These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
What is the cheapest month to fly from MSY to LAX with United Airlines?
Browse for return or one-way flights to Los Angeles in January or February. You could find lower fares with United Airlines during these off-peak months.
What is the cheapest time to book flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) with United Airlines?
Search for affordable United Airlines flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) one to three months before your departure day. Travelers who book domestic flights 34 to 86 days in advance can save 25% compared to those who book just 6 to 12 days ahead. Regardless of fare type and itinerary, the best day to book a domestic flight is usually Sunday and the most expensive tends to be Monday. Passengers who book on a Sunday can save 6% on average compared to those who book on a Monday.**Ideal booking window recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through November for 2024. Best day of the week to book recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through October 2024. All data sourced from ARC's global airline sales database.
Does United Airlines fly nonstop from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Jet off on one of United Airlines's 2 direct weekly flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). To see what's available, enter your origin, destination and dates and hit search. Then apply the "Nonstop" and "Airline" filters.
How long does it take to fly from MSY to LAX with United Airlines?
It takes approximately 4h 22m to fly nonstop from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) with United Airlines.
What is the earliest United Airlines flight from MSY to LAX?
Departing MSY at 8:18PM UTC-6, the first United Airlines flight to LAX arrives at 10:38PM UTC-8. Traveling earlier in the day means you're less likely to encounter cancellations or delays.* Prefer a later start? The last United Airlines flight from MSY to LAX departs at 8:55PM UTC-6 and touches down at 11:20PM UTC-8.*Most reliable time of the day recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports does United Airlines fly into in Los Angeles?
Take a United Airlines flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Los Angeles, and you'll likely arrive at Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). This is the airline's primary hub in this city.
Why fly with United Airlines from MSY to LAX?
A rewarding loyalty program and the ability to rack up points through United Mileage Plus are the start of the reasons to fly from MSY to LAX with United Airlines. Plus, when you join Expedia's free One Key™ program, you can earn OneKeyCash™* in addition to United Airlines's loyalty program earnings. You can put it toward your future trips.*OneKeyCash™ disclaimer - OneKeyCash™ is not redeemable for cash and can only be used on Expedia, Hotels.com and Vrbo.
What type of plane does United Airlines fly from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
You'll most likely be on a Boeing 737-900 for your United Airlines flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). However, you could be switched to a different aircraft if there's an operational need.
Can I change or cancel my United Airlines flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Changes are often free within 24 hours of making your booking, but your airline may charge you after that. For more details about modifying your reservation, go to your "Trips," select your flight and click on "Manage Booking." If you want the flexibility to make changes without being charged, check the "No cancel fee" or "Changes included" filter when planning your next break.

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