$29 Cheap Flights from Houston (IAH) to New Orleans (MSY)

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Cheap Flights from Houston to New Orleans (IAH-MSY)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $29 for one-way flights and $58 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Sat, Aug 23 - Sat, Aug 30
IAH
Houston
MSY
New Orleans
$58 Roundtrip, just found
$58
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 23 from Houston to New Orleans, returning Sat, Aug 30, priced at $58 just found
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Sep 12 - Sun, Sep 14
IAH
Houston
MSY
New Orleans
$65 Roundtrip, just found
$65
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 12 from Houston to New Orleans, returning Sun, Sep 14, priced at $65 just found
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Aug 20 - Sat, Aug 23
IAH
Houston
MSY
New Orleans
$72 Roundtrip, just found
$72
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Houston to New Orleans, returning Sat, Aug 23, priced at $72 just found
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Aug 23 - Sat, Aug 30
IAH
Houston
MSY
New Orleans
$77 Roundtrip, just found
$77
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 23 from Houston to New Orleans, returning Sat, Aug 30, priced at $77 just found
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Sep 12 - Sun, Sep 14
IAH
Houston
MSY
New Orleans
$84 Roundtrip, just found
$84
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 12 from Houston to New Orleans, returning Sun, Sep 14, priced at $84 just found
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Aug 19 - Thu, Aug 21
IAH
Houston
MSY
New Orleans
$86 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$86
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 19 from Houston to New Orleans, returning Thu, Aug 21, priced at $86 found 2 hours ago
United
Tue, Sep 2 - Thu, Sep 4
IAH
Houston
MSY
New Orleans
$94 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$94
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Sep 2 from Houston to New Orleans, returning Thu, Sep 4, priced at $94 found 2 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, Sep 23 - Tue, Sep 30
IAH
Houston
MSY
New Orleans
$109 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$109
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 23 from Houston to New Orleans, returning Tue, Sep 30, priced at $109 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Oct 25 - Thu, Nov 6
IAH
Houston
MSY
New Orleans
$198 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$198
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 25 from Houston to New Orleans, returning Thu, Nov 6, priced at $198 found 7 hours ago
Delta
Sat, Oct 25 - Tue, Oct 28
IAH
Houston
MSY
New Orleans
$345 Roundtrip, just found
$345
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Oct 25 from Houston to New Orleans, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $345 just found

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From $45 - $249 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near New Orleans

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Select flight to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. MSY. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 20 minutes. Flights from $91
MSY
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center20 min
Flights from $91
Flights from Houston (IAH) to New Orleans (MSY)
Origin airport
George Bush Intercontinental
Destination airport
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$58
Distance
304 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 16 mins

Houston to New Orleans Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Houston 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 Houston to New Orleans are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Houston to New Orleans with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Houston to New Orleans

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Houston 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 Houston 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 Houston to New Orleans in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $29 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 Houston 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 Houston 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 George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) cost?
You can score cheap return flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) starting from $56. Reserve your seat and get ready to go. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Spirit Airlines flight leaving IAH on August 12 2025 and touching down at MSY. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from IAH to MSY?
The cheapest flights from IAH to MSY are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
You can fly straight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) on a United Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from IAH to MSY?
With prices starting from $25 for a one-way journey from IAH to MSY, Spirit Airlines is currently the cheapest airline on this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from IAH on August 12 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
When flying out of George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), you'll have your pick from an average of 8 daily nonstop flights to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
The 11 AM departures from IAH to MSY are the most sought after. Greater demand means you'll likely pay more for these departures. If you're hoping to save money, pick a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from IAH to MSY?
If you depart on a Friday, you'll get the greatest range of choices for flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY).
What is the earliest flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)'s first flight to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) leaves at approximately 7:10AM UTC-6. With a travel duration of 1h 18m, you'll arrive at around 8:28AM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
It takes roughly 1 hour and 17 minutes to cover the 300 mi from IAH to MSY.
What airline has the least delays from IAH to MSY?
Frontier Airlines has the best track record for on-time direct flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY), with an on-time score of 100%. Use the Expedia App to view your flight schedule before you jet off and get notified of any changes.
What is the best time to fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
To avoid possible delays on the George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) route, aim to fly before 3 PM. Later flights have a 22% higher chance of being 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 George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)?
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) is the only airport in New Orleans with direct flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Browse your options and discover affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) last-minute?
Booking your flight from IAH to MSY shortly before your journey is typically more expensive. However, if you're flexible with your schedule, you could land a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book an IAH to MSY flight and hotel package?
You can save money by booking an IAH to MSY flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage everything in one convenient place. After selecting your ideal accommodations and flights, you can add extras such as tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
In most cases, you can reschedule or cancel your IAH to MSY flight. However, additional fees may apply, especially if you booked more than 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's policies and fees on flight changes, or if you need more information, go to our Customer Service portal.

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