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$257+ Cheap flights from New Orleans to El Paso (MSY - ELP)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — ELP
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to El Paso

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to El Paso (ELP). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$257
(American Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$292
From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to El Paso
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to El Paso
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to El Paso. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/185:24 amMSY - ELP
1 stop4h 28mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/213:47 pmELP - MSY
1 stop5h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$257
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/257:35 amMSY - ELP
1 stop4h 45mSouthwest
Tue 7/295:20 amELP - MSY
1 stop3h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$327
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/182:18 pmMSY - ELP
2 stops9h 27mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/217:30 amELP - MSY
1 stop4h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$351
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/187:10 amMSY - ELP
2 stops29h 26mAlaska Airlines
Thu 8/215:38 pmELP - MSY
2 stops35h 16mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/9$759

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to El Paso that are best for you.

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New Orleans

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El Paso

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Price

New OrleansEl Paso

MSY - ELP

MSYELP

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 8/18

5:24 am-8:52 am

1 stop4h 28m

El Paso

Thu 8/21

3:47 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$257

New OrleansEl Paso

MSY - ELP

MSYELP

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 7/25

7:35 am-11:20 am

1 stop4h 45m

El Paso

Tue 7/29

5:20 am-9:50 am

1 stop3h 30m

$327

New OrleansEl Paso

MSY - ELP

MSYELP

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 8/18

2:18 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops9h 27m

El Paso

Thu 8/21

7:30 am-1:10 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$351

New OrleansEl Paso

MSY - ELP

MSYELP

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 8/18

7:10 am-11:36 am

2 stops29h 26m

El Paso

Thu 8/21

5:38 pm-5:54 am

2 stops35h 16m

$759

New OrleansEl Paso

MSY - ELP

MSYELP

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 6/17

5:25 am-12:21 pm

1 stop7h 56m

$318

New OrleansEl Paso

MSY - ELP

MSYELP

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 6/17

2:18 pm-10:57 pm

2 stops9h 39m

$323

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Deals found on 6/10

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Orleans to El Paso

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to El Paso?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to El Paso (average of $322). Flying from New Orleans to El Paso in June is currently the most expensive (average of $413). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MSY to ELP?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to El Paso. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

When flying from New Orleans to El Paso, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 46% versus a flight at noon.

Rainfall in El Paso by month

Plan your trip to El Paso by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in El Paso ranges from 0.2 - 1.6 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 1.6 in. April is typically the driest time to visit El Paso when rainfall is around 0.2 in.

Temperature in El Paso by month

Plan your trip to El Paso by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to El Paso, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, June is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 44.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing El Paso

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to El Paso. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to El Paso. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from New Orleans to El Paso, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Orleans to El Paso. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New Orleans to El Paso round-trip?

    Currently priced at $257, American Airlines will fly you from New Orleans to El Paso and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Southwest and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $327 and $351, respectively. American Airlines is priced at 35% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Orleans to El Paso that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Orleans to El Paso flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Orleans to El Paso?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Orleans to El Paso.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Orleans to El Paso?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans to El Paso by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to El Paso?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to El Paso (average of $322). Flying from New Orleans to El Paso in June is currently the most expensive (average of $413). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from New Orleans to El Paso

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to El Paso. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$209Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$256Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$326Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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