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$68+ Cheap flights from George Bush Intcntl (IAH) to New Orleans (MSY)

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 9/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAH — MSY
Aug 28 — Sep 41
Fri 8/28
Fri 9/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from George Bush Intcntl to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from George Bush Intcntl to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2026.

This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/208:35 pm
IAH
-
MSY
Nonstop1h 22m
Frontier
Mon 8/247:11 pm
MSY
-
IAH
1 stop12h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 7/26$201
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Thu 9/35:00 am
IAH
-
MSY
1 stop3h 40m
American Airlines
Sun 9/65:41 am
MSY
-
IAH
1 stop3h 51m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/26$202
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Sun 8/168:02 pm
IAH
-
MSY
1 stop20h 22m
Frontier
Thu 8/207:11 pm
MSY
-
IAH
1 stop12h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 7/24$204
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Thu 8/138:55 am
IAH
-
MSY
1 stop7h 12m
Frontier
Mon 8/175:09 pm
MSY
-
IAH
1 stop14h 11m
Frontier
Deal found 7/25$206
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Thu 8/138:02 pm
IAH
-
MSY
1 stop20h 22m
Frontier
Sat 8/155:09 pm
MSY
-
IAH
1 stop5h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 7/24$208
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Sat 8/158:16 am
IAH
-
MSY
2 stops25h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/175:09 pm
MSY
-
IAH
1 stop14h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$209
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Sun 9/136:08 am
IAH
-
MSY
1 stop10h 14m
Frontier
Mon 9/145:02 pm
MSY
-
IAH
1 stop14h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 7/25$211
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/284:33 pm
IAH
-
MSY
Nonstop1h 21m
United Airlines
Mon 8/316:35 pm
MSY
-
IAH
Nonstop1h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/28$212
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Thu 9/246:08 am
IAH
-
MSY
1 stop10h 14m
Frontier
Sun 9/275:17 pm
MSY
-
IAH
1 stop14h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 7/25$213
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Sun 8/168:55 am
IAH
-
MSY
1 stop7h 12m
Frontier
Mon 8/175:09 pm
MSY
-
IAH
1 stop14h 11m
Frontier
Deal found 7/24$214

Find flight deals from George Bush Intcntl to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from George Bush Intcntl (IAH) to New Orleans (MSY). 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 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$201
(Kissandfly.com)

One-way from

$68
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$359

Good round-trip deal

$237 or less

Good one-way deal

$162 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from George Bush Intcntl to New Orleans 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 July 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to New Orleans that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

HoustonNew Orleans

IAH - MSY

IAHMSY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 8/28

9:30 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 8/31

6:35 pm-8:10 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$212
Quickest round-trip

HoustonNew Orleans

IAH - MSY

IAHMSY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 9/13

2:55 pm-4:13 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/14

9:53 am-11:15 am

Nonstop1h 22m

$238

HoustonNew Orleans

IAH - MSY

IAHMSY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 9/25

12:21 pm-7:07 pm

1 stop6h 46m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 9/27

10:48 am-9:35 am

1 stop22h 47m

$240

HoustonNew Orleans

IAH - MSY

IAHMSY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 8/17

9:50 am-11:06 am

Nonstop1h 16m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 8/19

5:05 am-6:29 am

Nonstop1h 24m

$247

HoustonNew Orleans

IAH - MSY

IAHMSY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 11/11

4:30 pm-5:48 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 11/16

7:18 pm-8:46 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

$247

HoustonNew Orleans

IAH - MSY

IAHMSY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 8/15

8:35 pm-9:57 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 8/17

9:53 am-11:15 am

Nonstop1h 22m

$248

HoustonNew Orleans

IAH - MSY

IAHMSY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 8/20

7:30 am-8:46 am

Nonstop1h 16m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 8/24

6:35 pm-8:10 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$248

HoustonNew Orleans

IAH - MSY

IAHMSY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 11/12

8:25 pm-9:43 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 11/15

7:00 am-8:23 am

Nonstop1h 23m

$250
Cheapest one-way

HoustonNew Orleans

IAH - MSY

IAHMSY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 9/23

7:30 am-8:46 am

Nonstop1h 16m

$124

HoustonNew Orleans

IAH - MSY

IAHMSY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 8/22

9:30 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$124

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from George Bush Intcntl to New Orleans in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport-New Orleans flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport-New Orleans flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to New Orleans

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to New Orleans?

The price you pay for your flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to New Orleans may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 50 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to New Orleans?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to New Orleans (average of $107). Flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to New Orleans in February 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 IAH to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from George Bush Intcntl to New Orleans. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 29, 2026.

When flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to New Orleans, 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 18% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from George Bush Intcntl to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to New Orleans?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to New Orleans flights typically cost between $237 and $288 in August.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $201 on Frontier (Aug 20-Aug 24).

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on United Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Orleans. 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 New Orleans. Reviews last updated July 29, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and Frontier from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to New Orleans have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,050 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,050 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,050 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,749 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,050 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to New Orleans from Houston George Bush Intcntl?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY), located 11.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl to New Orleans. 2 airlines have flights to Louis Armstrong from Houston George Bush Intcntl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 29 inbound flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl per day.

  • How long is the flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to New Orleans?

    There are many flights that can get you from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to New Orleans in 1h 15m. Fly via United Airlines or Frontier to get the fastest option. There are 304 mi between Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport and New Orleans. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to New Orleans round-trip?

    Currently priced at $44, Frontier will fly you from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to New Orleans and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on United Airlines for as low as $141. Users have found that Frontier is 83% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to New Orleans?

    Consider SkyWest Airlines (100%), Mesa Airlines (79%) or United Airlines (77%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to New Orleans.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to New Orleans?

    While on average a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to New Orleans is generally $270, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $118. When looking at the most popular route, (Houston George Bush Intcntl - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), you can expect to pay $177 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from George Bush Intcntl to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from George Bush Intcntl to New Orleans?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from George Bush Intcntl to New Orleans?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from George Bush Intcntl to New Orleans 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to New Orleans?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to New Orleans (average of $107). Flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to New Orleans in February 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.

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Top 2 airlines flying from George Bush Intcntl to New Orleans

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from George Bush Intcntl to New Orleans. 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 July 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$44Average$180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$141Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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