What’s the top layover airport for flights from Harlingen, Texas to New Orleans?

Houston (IAH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Harlingen, Texas to New Orleans on Cheapflights.

What’s the fastest layover option from Harlingen, Texas to New Orleans?

Flights via Houston (HOU) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 3h 20m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Harlingen, Texas to New Orleans?

Flights via Houston (HOU) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 53m.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Harlingen, Texas to New Orleans?

Houston (IAH) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $256.

How long is the flight from Harlingen, Texas to New Orleans?

For as low as $187, American Airlines can have you in New Orleans from Harlingen, Texas in 4h 05m. Harlingen, Texas and New Orleans are separated by a distance of 520 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Harlingen, Texas to New Orleans round-trip?

According to our current data, Southwest ($176), and United Airlines ($246) offers the cheapest pricing from Harlingen, Texas to New Orleans. You may be able to fly from Harlingen, Texas to New Orleans for 43% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Harlingen to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 31, 2025.

Wed 12/315:00 amHRL - MSY

1 stop3h 37mUnited Airlines

Sun 1/46:56 amMSY - HRL

1 stop6h 30mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/29

$361

Wed 12/3111:49 amHRL - MSY

3 stops20h 58mMultiple Airlines

Sun 1/45:05 amMSY - HRL

3 stops29h 42mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/29

$1,622

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Discover carefully curated flight deals from Harlingen to New Orleans that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 31, 2025.

Wed 2/256:46 pmHRL - MSY

1 stop4h 05mAmerican Airlines

Sun 3/15:30 amMSY - HRL

1 stop4h 42mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/30

$187

Wed 1/1412:10 pmHRL - MSY

1 stop4h 27mUnited Airlines

Sun 1/187:00 amMSY - HRL

1 stop4h 26mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/30

$227

Wed 2/256:30 amHRL - MSY

2 stops7h 10mSouthwest

Sun 3/15:20 amMSY - HRL

1 stop3h 30mSouthwest

Deal found 12/30

$281

Fri 1/236:44 pmHRL - MSY

1 stop4h 15mAmerican Airlines

Mon 1/266:02 pmMSY - HRL

1 stop5h 19mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/30

$197

Sat 1/175:25 pmHRL - MSY

1 stop4h 26mUnited Airlines

Tue 1/205:00 amMSY - HRL

1 stop6h 26mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/28

$257

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Discover last-minute flight deals from Harlingen to New Orleans. Data last updated December 31, 2025 and is based on user searches.

Wed 12/315:00 amHRL - MSY

1 stop3h 37mUnited Airlines

Sun 1/46:56 amMSY - HRL

1 stop6h 30mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/29

$361

Fri 1/28:11 pmHRL - MSY

1 stop4h 15mAmerican Airlines

Sun 1/45:30 amMSY - HRL

1 stop4h 10mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/29

$420

Fri 1/25:50 amHRL - MSY

2 stops7h 25mSouthwest

Sun 1/46:30 amMSY - HRL

1 stop4h 50mSouthwest

Deal found 12/29

$509

Wed 1/1412:10 pmHRL - MSY

1 stop4h 27mUnited Airlines

Sun 1/187:00 amMSY - HRL

1 stop4h 26mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/30

$227

Sat 1/175:25 pmHRL - MSY

1 stop4h 26mUnited Airlines

Tue 1/205:00 amMSY - HRL

1 stop6h 26mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/29

$257

Fri 1/236:44 pmHRL - MSY

1 stop4h 15mAmerican Airlines

Mon 1/2611:05 amMSY - HRL

1 stop7h 09mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/31

$197

Fri 1/237:00 amHRL - MSY

2 stops10h 08mUnited Airlines

Mon 1/265:35 pmMSY - HRL

1 stop4h 24mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/30

$702

One-way flights from Harlingen to New Orleans
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Sat 1/316:02 amHRL - MSY

1 stop3h 59mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/29

$99

Sat 1/315:25 pmHRL - MSY

2 stops24h 48mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/29

$295

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Most accurate provider	eDreams 3 stars
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Round-trip from	$197 (American Airlines)
One-way from	$99 (American Airlines)
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	May
Average price	$513

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HarlingenNew Orleans

HRL - MSY

HRLMSY

Harlingen Valley Intl

Wed 2/25

6:46 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop4h 05m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 3/1

5:30 am-10:12 am

1 stop4h 42m

$187

HarlingenNew Orleans

HRL - MSY

HRLMSY

Harlingen Valley Intl

Fri 1/23

6:44 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop4h 15m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 1/26

6:02 pm-11:21 pm

1 stop5h 19m

$197

HarlingenNew Orleans

HRL - MSY

HRLMSY

Harlingen Valley Intl

Wed 1/14

12:10 pm-4:37 pm

1 stop4h 27m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 1/18

7:00 am-11:26 am

1 stop4h 26m

$227

HarlingenNew Orleans

HRL - MSY

HRLMSY

Harlingen Valley Intl

Sat 1/17

5:25 pm-9:51 pm

1 stop4h 26m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 1/20

5:00 am-11:26 am

1 stop6h 26m

$257

HarlingenNew Orleans

HRL - MSY

HRLMSY

Harlingen Valley Intl

Wed 2/25

6:30 am-1:40 pm

2 stops7h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 3/1

5:20 am-8:50 am

1 stop3h 30m

$281

HarlingenNew Orleans

HRL - MSY

HRLMSY

Harlingen Valley Intl

Sat 1/31

6:02 am-10:01 am

1 stop3h 59m

$99

HarlingenNew Orleans

HRL - MSY

HRLMSY

Harlingen Valley Intl

Sat 1/31

5:25 pm-6:13 pm

2 stops24h 48m

$295

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Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
Expedia	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*1 star
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust 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.

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Harlingen, Texas to New Orleans?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Harlingen, Texas to New Orleans (average of $137). Flying from Harlingen, Texas to New Orleans in December is currently the most expensive (average of $306). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans

See what other customers who have flown with Southwest and United Airlines from Harlingen 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.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,250 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,250 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,250 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

United Airlines

7.4

Good

9,122 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,250 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

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How long is the flight from Harlingen, Texas to New Orleans?
For as low as $187, American Airlines can have you in New Orleans from Harlingen, Texas in 4h 05m. Harlingen, Texas and New Orleans are separated by a distance of 520 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Harlingen, Texas to New Orleans round-trip?
According to our current data, Southwest ($176), and United Airlines ($246) offers the cheapest pricing from Harlingen, Texas to New Orleans. You may be able to fly from Harlingen, Texas to New Orleans for 43% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
Can I find deals for flights from Harlingen to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Harlingen to New Orleans flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Harlingen to New Orleans?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Harlingen to New Orleans.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Harlingen to New Orleans?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Harlingen 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 Harlingen, Texas to New Orleans?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Harlingen, Texas to New Orleans (average of $137). Flying from Harlingen, Texas to New Orleans in December is currently the most expensive (average of $306). 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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Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Southwest	Cheapest$176	Average$317	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
United Airlines	Cheapest$246	Average$283	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%

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