$69+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Houston
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — HOU
Sep 16 — Sep 231
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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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 August 17, 2026.
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 August 17, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Wed 9/93:45 pm -
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Deal found 8/12![United Airlines logo]()
$138
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/205:05 pm -
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Deal found 8/15![Frontier logo]()
$141
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Deal found 8/12![Frontier logo]()
$142
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/274:58 pm -
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Deal found 8/13![Frontier logo]()
$145
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/319:36 pm -
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Thu 9/1010:38 pm -
1 stop11h 15m
Deal found 8/12![Frontier logo]()
$146
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/105:17 pm -
1 stop5h 13m
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1 stop10h 14m
Deal found 8/14![Frontier logo]()
$150
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Sat 9/512:35 pm -
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Nonstop1h 10m
Deal found 8/12![Southwest logo]()
$154
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/155:17 pm -
1 stop14h 00m
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1 stop19h 18m
Deal found 8/16![Frontier logo]()
$154
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1110:48 am -
1 stop22h 47m
Sat 9/123:08 pm -
1 stop27h 59m
Deal found 8/12![Frontier logo]()
$155
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/305:17 pm -
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1 stop9h 54m
Deal found 8/14![Frontier logo]()
$158
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Wed 9/91:55 pm -
Nonstop1h 15m
Wed 9/168:50 pm -
Nonstop1h 15m
Deal found 8/12![Southwest logo]()
$159
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/319:36 pm -
1 stop12h 58m
Fri 9/1112:21 pm -
1 stop6h 46m
Deal found 8/12![Frontier logo]()
$159
Best flights from New Orleans to HoustonDiscover carefully curated flight deals from New Orleans to Houston that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 17, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from New Orleans to Houston that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 17, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Thu 10/19:05 pm -
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Nonstop1h 10m
Deal found 8/13![Southwest logo]()
$159
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Thu 10/83:44 pm -
Nonstop1h 24m
Sat 10/104:45 pm -
Nonstop1h 21m
Deal found 8/14![United Airlines logo]()
$177
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Sat 9/265:30 pm -
Nonstop1h 20m
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1 stop4h 00m
Deal found 8/12![Southwest logo]()
$169
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
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Nonstop1h 20m
Wed 9/3011:00 am -
1 stop4h 45m
Deal found 8/13![Southwest logo]()
$169
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Fri 9/257:00 am -
Nonstop1h 22m
Sat 9/268:15 pm -
Nonstop1h 22m
Deal found 8/14![United Airlines logo]()
$195
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Sat 9/511:45 am -
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1 stop3h 20m
Deal found 8/12![Southwest logo]()
$173
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Wed 9/2311:40 am -
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Nonstop1h 10m
Deal found 8/12![Southwest logo]()
$175
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Thu 10/83:44 pm -
Nonstop1h 24m
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Nonstop1h 18m
Deal found 8/13![United Airlines logo]()
$219
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Tue 9/227:10 am -
Nonstop1h 15m
Wed 9/3011:25 am -
Nonstop1h 15m
Deal found 8/16![Southwest logo]()
$177
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Thu 10/15:15 am -
Nonstop1h 24m
Sat 10/32:55 pm -
Nonstop1h 18m
Deal found 8/13![United Airlines logo]()
$222
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Fri 9/1112:03 pm -
Nonstop1h 22m
Tue 9/228:35 pm -
Nonstop1h 22m
Deal found 8/12![United Airlines logo]()
$238
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/46:25 pm -
1 stop4h 20m
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1 stop3h 20m
Deal found 8/12![Southwest logo]()
$201
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/222:15 pm -
Nonstop1h 24m
Thu 9/248:15 pm -
Nonstop1h 22m
Deal found 8/12![United Airlines logo]()
$238
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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.
Sat 9/55:05 am -
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Nonstop1h 18m
Deal found 8/15![United Airlines logo]()
$248
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Fri 9/49:53 am -
Nonstop1h 22m
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Nonstop1h 16m
Deal found 8/13![United Airlines logo]()
$260
Last-minute flights from New Orleans to HoustonDiscover last-minute flight deals from New Orleans to Houston. Data last updated August 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from New Orleans to Houston. Data last updated August 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/319:36 pm -
1 stop12h 58m
Thu 9/1010:38 pm -
1 stop11h 15m
Deal found 8/12![Frontier logo]()
$146
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/319:36 pm -
1 stop12h 58m
Fri 9/1112:21 pm -
1 stop6h 46m
Deal found 8/12![Frontier logo]()
$159
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Fri 9/46:35 pm -
Nonstop1h 35m
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Nonstop1h 22m
Deal found 8/12![United Airlines logo]()
$160
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/49:52 pm -
1 stop12h 42m
Thu 9/1010:38 pm -
1 stop11h 15m
Deal found 8/12![Frontier logo]()
$163
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Sat 9/512:35 pm -
Nonstop1h 15m
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Nonstop1h 10m
Deal found 8/12![Southwest logo]()
$154
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Wed 9/93:45 pm -
Nonstop1h 24m
Wed 9/168:35 pm -
Nonstop1h 22m
Deal found 8/12![United Airlines logo]()
$138
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/93:17 pm -
1 stop5h 57m
Thu 9/1010:30 am -
1 stop23h 23m
Deal found 8/12![Frontier logo]()
$142
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Wed 9/91:55 pm -
Nonstop1h 15m
Wed 9/168:50 pm -
Nonstop1h 15m
Deal found 8/12![Southwest logo]()
$159
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/105:17 pm -
1 stop5h 13m
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1 stop10h 14m
Deal found 8/14![Frontier logo]()
$150
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1110:48 am -
1 stop22h 47m
Sat 9/123:08 pm -
1 stop27h 59m
Deal found 8/12![Frontier logo]()
$155
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/155:17 pm -
1 stop14h 00m
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1 stop19h 18m
Deal found 8/16![Frontier logo]()
$154
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/305:17 pm -
1 stop5h 13m
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1 stop9h 54m
Deal found 8/14![Frontier logo]()
$158
One-way flights from New Orleans to HoustonSearch for one-way flight options from New Orleans to Houston. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 17, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from New Orleans to Houston. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 17, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 8/315:32 pm -
Nonstop1h 27m
Deal found 8/13![United Airlines logo]()
$69
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/103:35 pm -
1 stop8h 34m
Deal found 8/12![Frontier logo]()
$71
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/55:17 pm -
1 stop5h 13m
Deal found 8/12![Frontier logo]()
$72
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Sat 9/512:35 pm -
Nonstop1h 15m
Deal found 8/12![Southwest logo]()
$74
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/135:05 pm -
1 stop18h 17m
Deal found 8/15![Frontier logo]()
$74
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/143:35 pm -
1 stop8h 34m
Deal found 8/12![Frontier logo]()
$75
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/56:17 pm -
1 stop13h 45m
Deal found 8/12![Frontier logo]()
$76
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/105:17 pm -
1 stop5h 13m
Deal found 8/14![Frontier logo]()
$79
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 8/315:20 am -
Nonstop1h 15m
Deal found 8/13![Southwest logo]()
$80
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/125:17 pm -
1 stop5h 13m
Deal found 8/14![Frontier logo]()
$80
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Thu 12/106:30 pm -
Nonstop1h 20m
Deal found 8/13![Southwest logo]()
$81
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/319:36 pm -
1 stop12h 58m
Deal found 8/12![Frontier logo]()
$81
Find flight deals from New Orleans to Houston
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 August 17, 2026.
Round-trip from | $138 (United Airlines) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $69 (United Airlines) |
Popular in | January |
Cheapest in | November |
Average price | $281 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans to Houston that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 17, 2026.
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New OrleansHouston
MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - HOU Houston Hobby
MSYHOU
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Thu 10/1
9:05 pm-10:20 pm
Nonstop1h 15m
Houston Hobby
Sat 10/3
10:25 am-11:35 am
Nonstop1h 10m
$159
New OrleansHouston
MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - HOU Houston Hobby
MSYHOU
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sat 9/26
5:30 pm-6:50 pm
Nonstop1h 20m
Houston Hobby
Sat 10/3
8:20 am-12:20 pm
1 stop4h 00m
$169
New OrleansHouston
MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - HOU Houston Hobby
MSYHOU
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Mon 9/28
8:35 pm-9:55 pm
Nonstop1h 20m
Houston Hobby
Wed 9/30
11:00 am-3:45 pm
1 stop4h 45m
$169
New OrleansHouston
MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - HOU Houston Hobby
MSYHOU
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sat 9/5
11:45 am-7:10 pm
1 stop7h 25m
Houston Hobby
Mon 9/7
6:00 am-9:20 am
1 stop3h 20m
$173
New OrleansHouston
MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - HOU Houston Hobby
MSYHOU
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 9/23
11:40 am-5:25 pm
2 stops5h 45m
Houston Hobby
Thu 9/24
6:05 am-7:15 am
Nonstop1h 10m
$175
New OrleansHouston
MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
MSYIAH
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Thu 10/8
3:44 pm-5:08 pm
Nonstop1h 24m
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Sat 10/10
4:45 pm-6:06 pm
Nonstop1h 21m
$177
New OrleansHouston
MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - HOU Houston Hobby
MSYHOU
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 9/22
7:10 am-8:25 am
Nonstop1h 15m
Houston Hobby
Wed 9/30
11:25 am-12:40 pm
Nonstop1h 15m
$177
New OrleansHouston
MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
MSYIAH
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Fri 9/25
7:00 am-8:22 am
Nonstop1h 22m
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Sat 9/26
8:15 pm-9:37 pm
Nonstop1h 22m
$195
New OrleansHouston
MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - HOU Houston Hobby
MSYHOU
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Fri 9/4
6:25 pm-10:45 pm
1 stop4h 20m
Houston Hobby
Mon 9/7
6:00 am-9:20 am
1 stop3h 20m
$201
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MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
MSYIAH
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Thu 10/8
3:44 pm-5:08 pm
Nonstop1h 24m
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Sun 10/11
9:54 am-11:12 am
Nonstop1h 18m
$219
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to Houston?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Houston (average of $152). Flying from New Orleans to Houston in May is currently the most expensive (average of $371). 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 August 17, 2026.
It’s typically best to fly out from New Orleans to Houston in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 21% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Houston?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
New Orleans to Houston flights typically cost between $178 and $376 in September.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $138 on United Airlines (Sep 9-Sep 16).
How far ahead should I book a flight from New Orleans to Houston?
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 43 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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 August 15, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New Orleans to Houston flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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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 August 17, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Orleans to Houston, such as Southwest,United Airlines, andFrontier. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreMike,Aug 2025
OKC - AUS
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreMike,Aug 2025
OKC - AUS
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreMike,Aug 2025
OKC - AUS
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreMike,Aug 2025
OKC - AUS
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$48 | Average$202 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$137 | Average$302 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$147 | Average$313 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |