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$27+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Houston
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MSY — HOU
Jul 14 — Jul 211
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to Houston (HO1). 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 July 9, 2025.
Round-trip from | $65 (Priceline) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $27 (FlightHub) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | May |
Average price | $177 |
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to HoustonExplore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 9, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 9, 2025.
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/710:30 pmMSY - IAH
Nonstop1h 20mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/125:55 amIAH - MSY
Nonstop1h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/9![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$65
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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.
Mon 8/115:30 amMSY - HOU
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Wed 8/137:00 pmHOU - MSY
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 7/6![Southwest logo]()
$97
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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.
Tue 8/52:18 pmMSY - IAH
Nonstop1h 22mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/122:55 pmIAH - MSY
Nonstop1h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/8![United Airlines logo]()
$101
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/244:56 pmMSY - IAH
1 stop6h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/265:55 amIAH - MSY
Nonstop1h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$126
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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.
Wed 8/65:24 amMSY - HOU
1 stop4h 20mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/124:20 pmHOU - MSY
1 stop3h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/8![American Airlines logo]()
$158
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MSY - IAH
MSYIAH
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Thu 8/7
10:30 pm-11:50 pm
Nonstop1h 20m
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Tue 8/12
5:55 am-6:55 am
Nonstop1h 00m
$65
New OrleansHouston
MSY - HOU
MSYHOU
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Mon 8/11
5:30 am-6:45 am
Nonstop1h 15m
Houston Hobby
Wed 8/13
7:00 pm-8:10 pm
Nonstop1h 10m
$97
New OrleansHouston
MSY - IAH
MSYIAH
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 8/5
2:18 pm-3:40 pm
Nonstop1h 22m
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Tue 8/12
2:55 pm-4:13 pm
Nonstop1h 18m
$101
New OrleansHouston
MSY - IAH
MSYIAH
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Thu 7/24
4:56 pm-10:56 pm
1 stop6h 00m
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Sat 7/26
5:55 am-6:55 am
Nonstop1h 00m
$126
New OrleansHouston
MSY - HOU
MSYHOU
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 8/6
5:24 am-9:44 am
1 stop4h 20m
Houston Hobby
Tue 8/12
4:20 pm-8:14 pm
1 stop3h 54m
$158
New OrleansHouston
MSY - IAH
MSYIAH
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 9/9
8:55 pm-10:15 pm
Nonstop1h 20m
$27
New OrleansHouston
MSY - HOU
MSYHOU
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 8/6
9:05 am-10:20 am
Nonstop1h 15m
$49
New OrleansHouston
MSY - IAH
MSYIAH
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 8/12
2:18 pm-3:40 pm
Nonstop1h 22m
$49
New OrleansHouston
MSY - IAH
MSYIAH
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sun 8/17
5:03 pm-10:56 pm
1 stop5h 53m
$78
New OrleansHouston
MSY - HOU
MSYHOU
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Mon 8/11
5:24 am-9:44 am
1 stop4h 20m
$80
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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Orleans to Houston
How far ahead should I book a flight from New Orleans to Houston?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Houston. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.
The price you pay for your flight from New Orleans to Houston may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 42 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to Houston?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Houston (average of $230). Flying from New Orleans to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $332). 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 HOU?
Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Houston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 9, 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from New Orleans to Houston in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 19% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.
What is the cheapest day to fly from New Orleans to Houston?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Houston. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New Orleans to Houston flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Reviews of airlines servicing Houston
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Houston. 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 Houston. Reviews last updated July 9, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Orleans to Houston, such as Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.6
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentJohn,May 2025
PVD - BNA
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.6
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentJohn,May 2025
PVD - BNA
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.6
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentJohn,May 2025
PVD - BNA
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.6
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentJohn,May 2025
PVD - BNA
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.6
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentJohn,May 2025
PVD - BNA
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.6
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentJohn,May 2025
PVD - BNA
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$50 | Average$102 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$109 | Average$262 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$117 | Average$238 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |