Average TSA wait times at MSY are around 15 minutes, making it efficient for early morning flights to LAX.
$71+ Cheap flights from New Orleans to Los Angeles (MSY - LAX)
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 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — LAX
Nov 29 — Dec 61
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Los AngelesExplore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/273:45 pmMSY - LAX
Nonstop4h 23mSpirit Airlines
Thu 12/411:30 pmLAX - MSY
Nonstop3h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$107
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/193:42 pmMSY - LAX
Nonstop4h 23mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/211:44 pmLAX - MSY
1 stop10h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/29![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$114
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/23:45 pmMSY - LAX
Nonstop4h 23mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/1011:30 pmLAX - MSY
Nonstop3h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/29![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$119
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/23:45 pmMSY - LAX
Nonstop4h 23mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/211:44 pmLAX - MSY
1 stop10h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/29![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$120
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/183:42 pmMSY - LAX
Nonstop4h 23mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/181:20 amLAX - MSY
1 stop9h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/28![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$121
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/183:42 pmMSY - LAX
Nonstop4h 23mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/2510:05 amLAX - MSY
Nonstop3h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/28![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$122
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/273:45 pmMSY - LAX
Nonstop4h 23mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/48:51 pmLAX - MSY
1 stop13h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$125
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/41:19 pmMSY - LAX
1 stop7h 21mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/711:30 pmLAX - MSY
Nonstop3h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$126
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/66:15 amMSY - LAX
Nonstop4h 25mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/1411:30 pmLAX - MSY
Nonstop3h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/27![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$127
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/116:04 amMSY - LAX
Nonstop4h 25mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/1411:30 pmLAX - MSY
Nonstop3h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$128
Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Los Angeles
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to Los Angeles (LAX). 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 October 30, 2025.
Most accurate provider | CheapOair 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | CheapOair 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $107 (Cheapflightsfares) |
One-way from | $71 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | May |
Average price | $257 |
Good round-trip deal | $168 or less |
Good one-way deal | $130 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans to Los Angeles 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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Los Angeles that are best for you.
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Depart
Return
Price
New OrleansLos Angeles
MSY - LAX
MSYLAX
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Fri 1/16
6:35 am-11:05 am
1 stop6h 30m
Los Angeles
Tue 1/20
9:10 am-2:40 pm
Nonstop3h 30m
$147
New OrleansLos Angeles
MSY - LAX
MSYLAX
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Fri 3/13
8:35 pm-10:59 pm
Nonstop4h 24m
Los Angeles
Tue 3/17
11:59 pm-5:34 am
Nonstop3h 35m
$148
New OrleansLos Angeles
MSY - LAX
MSYLAX
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Thu 1/15
3:03 pm-5:31 pm
Nonstop4h 28m
Los Angeles
Sun 1/18
7:20 am-12:50 pm
Nonstop3h 30m
$157
New OrleansLos Angeles
MSY - LAX
MSYLAX
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Fri 12/5
6:30 am-8:58 am
Nonstop4h 28m
Los Angeles
Tue 12/9
6:20 pm-11:54 pm
Nonstop3h 34m
$157
New OrleansLos Angeles
MSY - LAX
MSYLAX
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Thu 12/4
6:30 am-8:58 am
Nonstop4h 28m
Los Angeles
Tue 12/9
12:00 pm-5:36 pm
Nonstop3h 36m
$157
New OrleansLos Angeles
MSY - LAX
MSYLAX
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Thu 12/4
3:11 pm-5:35 pm
Nonstop4h 24m
Los Angeles
Mon 12/8
7:00 am-12:35 pm
Nonstop3h 35m
$157
New OrleansLos Angeles
MSY - LAX
MSYLAX
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Fri 1/16
6:15 am-8:50 am
Nonstop4h 35m
Los Angeles
Tue 1/20
7:20 am-12:50 pm
Nonstop3h 30m
$157
New OrleansLos Angeles
MSY - LAX
MSYLAX
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Fri 12/5
6:31 pm-8:56 pm
Nonstop4h 25m
Los Angeles
Mon 12/8
6:20 pm-11:54 pm
Nonstop3h 34m
$157
New OrleansLos Angeles
MSY - LAX
MSYLAX
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sat 12/6
6:30 am-8:58 am
Nonstop4h 28m
Los Angeles
Mon 12/8
7:00 am-12:35 pm
Nonstop3h 35m
$157
New OrleansLos Angeles
MSY - LAX
MSYLAX
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Mon 3/30
8:35 pm-10:59 pm
Nonstop4h 24m
Los Angeles
Sat 4/4
11:59 pm-5:34 am
Nonstop3h 35m
$163
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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from New Orleans to Los Angeles in October.
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| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Los Angeles flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on New Orleans-Los Angeles flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New Orleans-Los Angeles flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for New Orleans-Los Angeles flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from New Orleans to Los Angeles?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.
The best time to book flights from New Orleans to Los Angeles is 69 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to Los Angeles?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Los Angeles (average of $83). Flying from New Orleans to Los Angeles in January is currently the most expensive (average of $185). 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 LAX?
Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 30, 2025.
When flying from New Orleans to Los Angeles, 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 23% versus a flight in the morning.
What is the cheapest day to fly from New Orleans to Los Angeles?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on October 26, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New Orleans to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings 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.
How often are flights from New Orleans to Los Angeles delayed?
About 11% of weekly flights between New Orleans and Los Angeles have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 149 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for New Orleans to Los Angeles flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on New Orleans to Los Angeles flights?
Over the last year, GlobalX Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with no flights being classified as delayed.
The best insider tips for New Orleans to Los Angeles flights
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Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated October 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from New Orleans to Los Angeles to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$90 | Average$216 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$118 | Average$278 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$182 | Average$326 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$184 | Average$411 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$216 | Average$377 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$456 | Average$555 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |