$56 Cheap Flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $56 for one-way flights and $112 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Fri, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 28
MSY
New Orleans
LAX
Los Angeles
$112 Roundtrip, just found
$112
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 24 from New Orleans to Los Angeles, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $112 just found
Spirit Airlines
Mon, Oct 20 - Fri, Oct 24
MSY
New Orleans
LAX
Los Angeles
$122 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$122
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 20 from New Orleans to Los Angeles, returning Fri, Oct 24, priced at $122 found 9 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Mon, Aug 18 - Thu, Aug 28
MSY
New Orleans
LAX
Los Angeles
$131 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$131
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 18 from New Orleans to Los Angeles, returning Thu, Aug 28, priced at $131 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Mon, Oct 20 - Thu, Oct 23
MSY
New Orleans
LAX
Los Angeles
$141 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$141
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 20 from New Orleans to Los Angeles, returning Thu, Oct 23, priced at $141 found 9 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Jul 24 - Mon, Aug 18
MSY
New Orleans
LAX
Los Angeles
$145 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$145
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jul 24 from New Orleans to Los Angeles, returning Mon, Aug 18, priced at $145 found 3 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Sun, Sep 21 - Wed, Sep 24
MSY
New Orleans
LAX
Los Angeles
$150 Roundtrip, just found
$150
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 21 from New Orleans to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Sep 24, priced at $150 just found
Southwest Airlines
Fri, Aug 29 - Sun, Aug 31
MSY
New Orleans
LAX
Los Angeles
$153 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$153
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 29 from New Orleans to Los Angeles, returning Sun, Aug 31, priced at $153 found 4 hours ago
American Airlines
Fri, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 28
MSY
New Orleans
LAX
Los Angeles
$162 Roundtrip, just found
$162
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 24 from New Orleans to Los Angeles, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $162 just found
Alaska Airlines
Fri, Aug 22 - Wed, Aug 27
MSY
New Orleans
LAX
Los Angeles
$163 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$163
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 22 from New Orleans to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Aug 27, priced at $163 found 8 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Aug 8 - Mon, Aug 18
MSY
New Orleans
LAX
Los Angeles
$165 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$165
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 8 from New Orleans to Los Angeles, returning Mon, Aug 18, priced at $165 found 1 hour ago

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

April is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $69 - $465 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

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, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$112
Distance
1666 mi
Average flight time
3 hours 3 mins

New Orleans to Los Angeles Flights

The cheapest times to fly from New Orleans to Los Angeles

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 New Orleans to Los Angeles are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from New Orleans to Los Angeles with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from New Orleans to Los Angeles: 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 New Orleans to Los Angeles

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 New Orleans to Los Angeles in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $56 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 New Orleans to Los Angeles 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 New Orleans to Los Angeles 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 Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) cost?
Grab cheap return tickets starting at $112 from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). 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 MSY on July 29 2025 and touching down at LAX. The price was last updated on July 2 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from MSY to LAX?
The cheapest flights from MSY to LAX 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 Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
You can fly nonstop from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) with 5 airlines, including:

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

What is the cheapest airline that flies from MSY to LAX?
Right now, the cheapest carrier operating one-way flights from MSY to LAX is Spirit Airlines. You can book a seat on this route from $56. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from MSY on September 26 2025. Prices were last updated on July 2 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
When jetting out of Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY), you can pick from an average of 5 daily nonstop flights to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
The 6 AM departures from MSY to LAX are the top choice for many travelers. Prices can be higher for these popular slots. If you're looking to save, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from MSY to LAX?
Jet off on a Friday if you're after the best selection of flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX).
What is the earliest flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Take the earliest flight at around 6:00AM UTC-6, departing from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY). You'll be traveling for about 4h 25m, touching down at Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) at approximately 8:25AM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Flights from MSY to LAX have an average travel time of 4 hours and 27 minutes. The total distance between the two is 1,650 mi.
What airline has the least delays from MSY to LAX?
With 95% of journeys typically landing on time, American Airlines has the best on-time performance for direct flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). To check your flight status and receive notifications if anything changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Choose a flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays. 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 Los Angeles from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
If you're on a direct flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Los Angeles, Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) is the only airport you can land at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from MSY to LAX are generally more expensive. To secure the lowest prices, start looking for flights well in advance. That said, if you're flexible with your travel plans, it's possible to land a cheap ticket just before your departure.
Is it cheaper to book a MSY to LAX flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a MSY to LAX flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better still, having everything in one easy place will take the hassle out of travel planning. Simply secure your flights and select from our extensive range of stays, then customize your trip with extras like tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
If you booked your MSY to LAX flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal for more details.

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