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Cheap flights from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans from $79

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2:30 pm - 3:35 pmHOU-MSY
1h 05mnonstop
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5:30 pm - 6:55 pmMSY-HOU
1h 25mnonstop
$157Southwest
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Fri, Jan 9 - Sun, Jan 11
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5:30 pm - 9:10 pmHOU-MSY
3h 40m1 stop
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5:45 am - 7:05 amMSY-HOU
1h 20mnonstop
$167Southwest
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Fri, Jan 9 - Sun, Jan 11
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12:49 pm - 10:59 pmHOU-MSY
10h 10m1 stop
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1:27 pm - 10:46 pmMSY-HOU
9h 19m1 stop
$183American Airlines
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Sat, Jan 17 - Tue, Jan 20
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7:10 pm - 8:20 pmHOU-MSY
1h 10mnonstop
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7:00 pm - 8:20 pmMSY-HOU
1h 20mnonstop
$186Southwest
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Sun, Feb 15 - Thu, Feb 19
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9:10 pm - 10:20 pmHOU-MSY
1h 10mnonstop
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6:00 pm - 9:40 pmMSY-HOU
3h 40m1 stop
$196Southwest
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Sun, Feb 15 - Thu, Feb 19
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8:30 pm - 9:40 pmHOU-MSY
1h 10mnonstop
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9:10 am - 10:30 amMSY-HOU
1h 20mnonstop
$197Southwest
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Tue, Dec 23 - Wed, Dec 24
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9:05 am - 6:49 pmHOU-MSY
9h 44m1 stop
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3:44 pm - 10:46 pmMSY-HOU
7h 02m1 stop
$200American Airlines
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Wed, Dec 31 - Wed, Jan 14
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6:36 pm - 10:59 pmHOU-MSY
4h 23m1 stop
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7:21 am - 12:09 pmMSY-HOU
4h 48m1 stop
$202American Airlines
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Sat, Jan 17 - Tue, Jan 20
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8:30 pm - 9:40 pmHOU-MSY
1h 10mnonstop
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5:30 am - 6:50 amMSY-HOU
1h 20mnonstop
$206Southwest
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Mon, Dec 22 - Tue, Dec 23
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8:30 pm - 9:40 pmHOU-MSY
1h 10mnonstop
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3:00 pm - 7:35 pmMSY-HOU
4h 35m1 stop
$207Southwest
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Tue, Dec 23 - Wed, Dec 24

American Airlines flights from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans

Our best American Airlines deals on Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans flight tickets
American Airlines
Jan 17
HOU12:49 pmHouston Hobby
10h 10m
1 stop
MSY10:59 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Jan 20
MSY1:27 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 19m
1 stop
HOU10:46 pmHouston Hobby
$183
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American Airlines
Dec 31
HOU9:05 amHouston Hobby
9h 44m
1 stop
MSY6:49 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Jan 14
MSY3:44 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 02m
1 stop
HOU10:46 pmHouston Hobby
$200
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American Airlines
Jan 17
HOU6:36 pmHouston Hobby
4h 23m
1 stop
MSY10:59 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Jan 20
MSY7:21 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 48m
1 stop
HOU12:09 pmHouston Hobby
$202
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Southwest flights from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans

Our best Southwest deals on Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans flight tickets
Southwest
Jan 9
HOU6:35 pmHouston Hobby
1h 10m
MSY7:45 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Jan 11
MSY5:30 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
1h 25m
HOU6:55 pmHouston Hobby
$157
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Southwest
Jan 9
HOU5:30 pmHouston Hobby
3h 40m
1 stop
MSY9:10 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Jan 11
MSY5:45 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
1h 20m
HOU7:05 amHouston Hobby
$167
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Southwest
Jan 8
HOU8:35 pmHouston Hobby
1h 10m
MSY9:45 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Jan 11
MSY5:45 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
1h 20m
HOU7:05 amHouston Hobby
$186
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HoustonNew Orleans

HOU - MSY

HOUMSY

Houston Hobby

Fri 1/9

2:30 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 1/11

5:30 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$157

HoustonNew Orleans

HOU - MSY

HOUMSY

Houston Hobby

Fri 1/9

5:30 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop3h 40m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 1/11

5:45 am-7:05 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$167

HoustonNew Orleans

HOU - MSY

HOUMSY

Houston Hobby

Sat 1/17

12:49 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop10h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 1/20

1:27 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop9h 19m

$183

HoustonNew Orleans

HOU - MSY

HOUMSY

Houston Hobby

Sun 2/15

7:10 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 2/19

7:00 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$186

HoustonNew Orleans

HOU - MSY

HOUMSY

Houston Hobby

Sun 2/15

9:10 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 2/19

6:00 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop3h 40m

$196

HoustonNew Orleans

HOU - MSY

HOUMSY

Houston Hobby

Tue 12/23

8:30 pm-9:40 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 12/24

9:10 am-10:30 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$197

HoustonNew Orleans

HOU - MSY

HOUMSY

Houston Hobby

Wed 12/31

9:05 am-6:49 pm

1 stop9h 44m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 1/14

3:44 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop7h 02m

$200

HoustonNew Orleans

HOU - MSY

HOUMSY

Houston Hobby

Sat 1/17

6:36 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop4h 23m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 1/20

7:21 am-12:09 pm

1 stop4h 48m

$202

HoustonNew Orleans

HOU - MSY

HOUMSY

Houston Hobby

Mon 12/22

8:30 pm-9:40 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 12/23

5:30 am-6:50 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$206

HoustonNew Orleans

HOU - MSY

HOUMSY

Houston Hobby

Tue 12/23

8:30 pm-9:40 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 12/24

3:00 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$207

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New Orleans?

The cheapest month to fly to New Orleans from Houston Hobby Airport is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $139, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit New Orleans during the month of September, then departing from Houston Hobby Airport during the month August is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $146.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New Orleans?

The cheapest day to depart from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans is on a Saturday when prices can be found for as low as $197. When flying out on a Monday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans for around $287.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to New Orleans?

The cheapest time of day to fly to New Orleans is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $162. At noon is when there is more demand to fly to New Orleans, so prices are often more expensive at around $221 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Houston Hobby to New Orleans Louis Armstrong flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to New Orleans?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New Orleans from Houston Hobby Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New Orleans for around $186 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New Orleans from Houston Hobby Airport for as low as $119 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Houston Hobby to New Orleans Louis Armstrong flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Houston Hobby to New Orleans Louis Armstrong flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans flights are approximately 48% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$133

Fastest flight time

1h 10m

Direct flights

Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun

Airports in New Orleans

1 airport
The best one-way flight to New Orleans from Houston Hobby Airport in the past 72 hours is $133. The best round-trip flight deal from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $203.
The fastest flight from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans takes 1h 10m
Direct flights go from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.
There is 1 airport near New Orleans: New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY)
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  • How far is Houston Hobby to New Orleans Louis Armstrong by plane?

    There are 312.7 mi between Houston Hobby and New Orleans Louis Armstrong. Typically, this will take 1h 05m by plane in normal conditions.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport?

    Prices for flights from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport were last updated today.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans?

  • What is the most popular airline from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans?

Best airlines flying from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans

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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $52Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,157 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $111Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,252 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $121Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,043 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans

    Southwest flies from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans around 30 times per week, with 4,252 momondo users rating the airline 8.0/10. The cheapest Southwest deal from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans in the last 72 hours was $111 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $236 for Southwest flights on this route.

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