How popular is this Irvine to New Orleans flight route?

This flight path from Irvine to New Orleans Louis Armstrong was viewed by 67 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Irvine to New Orleans one-way?

The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Irvine to New Orleans are Spirit Airlines ($66), Delta ($117), and Alaska Airlines ($132).

What are the cheapest flights from Irvine to New Orleans?

Looking for the cheapest flight from Irvine to New Orleans? While on average our users pay $693, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $54. The most popular route (Los Angeles - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), is priced around $119.

What are the most reliable airlines from Irvine to New Orleans?

Consider Southwest (91%), Spirit Airlines (91%) or Air France (89%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Irvine to New Orleans.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Irvine to New Orleans?

Consider American Airlines, Alaska Airlines or Delta when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Irvine to New Orleans.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Irvine to New Orleans?

To save on the cost of your flight from Irvine to New Orleans, book at least 47 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 72% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $319 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $473.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Irvine to New Orleans?

September is one of the best times of the year to fly to New Orleans from Irvine. Prices for September average $338 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $88. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a September flight can save you 23% on your journey compared to booking in December

What airport do you fly into for flights to New Orleans from Irvine?

Located just 11.4 mi from the city center, New Orleans Louis Armstrong is the airport most travelers will use when flying to New Orleans from Irvine. Booking flights from Irvine to Louis Armstrong (MSY) should be relatively easy as there are 14 daily inbound flights from Irvine from 8 different airlines.

Can I find deals for flights from Irvine to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Irvine to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

Wed 8/136:20 amLAX - MSY

Nonstop3h 50mSpirit Airlines

Mon 8/181:05 pmMSY - LAX

Nonstop4h 01mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 6/12

$129

Fri 8/16:14 pmLAX - MSY

Nonstop3h 45mDelta

Sun 8/37:15 amMSY - LAX

Nonstop3h 55mDelta

Deal found 6/10

$233

Sun 7/277:25 pmLAX - MSY

1 stop8h 25mMultiple Airlines

Thu 7/319:00 amMSY - LAX

1 stop14h 19mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 6/12

$247

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Wed 8/1310:02 amLAX - MSY

Nonstop3h 54mSpirit Airlines

Mon 8/184:51 pmMSY - LAX

Nonstop4h 01mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 6/11

$129

Fri 8/16:14 pmLAX - MSY

Nonstop3h 45mDelta

Sun 8/37:15 amMSY - LAX

Nonstop3h 55mDelta

Deal found 6/10

$233

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Thu 6/195:47 pmLAX - MSY

Nonstop3h 40mSpirit Airlines

Tue 7/299:34 pmMSY - LAX

Nonstop4h 16mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 6/11

$194

Thu 6/195:47 pmLAX - MSY

Nonstop3h 40mMultiple Airlines

Sun 6/226:01 pmMSY - LAX

1 stop17h 59mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 6/11

$350

Fri 7/45:47 pmLAX - MSY

Nonstop3h 40mSpirit Airlines

Tue 7/82:38 pmMSY - LAX

Nonstop4h 14mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 6/11

$129

Wed 7/237:00 amLAX - MSY

Nonstop3h 50mDelta

Sun 7/277:15 amMSY - LAX

Nonstop3h 55mDelta

Deal found 6/10

$233

Sun 7/277:25 pmLAX - MSY

1 stop8h 25mMultiple Airlines

Thu 7/319:00 amMSY - LAX

1 stop14h 19mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 6/12

$247

One-way flights from Irvine to New Orleans
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Thu 7/1011:55 pmLAX - MSY

Nonstop3h 40mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 6/9

$66

Wed 7/167:00 amLAX - MSY

Nonstop3h 50mDelta

Deal found 6/10

$117

Mon 7/287:00 amLAX - MSY

1 stop20h 50mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 6/9

$132

Fri 8/295:51 pmLAX - MSY

1 stop12h 58mSun Country Air

Deal found 6/9

$138

Mon 8/1812:56 amLAX - MSY

1 stop5h 49mUnited Airlines

Deal found 6/9

$144

Sun 7/201:22 amLAX - MSY

1 stop5h 31mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 6/11

$169

Sun 6/156:15 amLAX - MSY

1 stop8h 51mFrontier

Deal found 6/10

$178

Mon 6/163:48 pmLAX - MSY

1 stop12h 13mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 6/10

$202

Sun 8/172:05 pmLAX - MSY

2 stops8h 00mSouthwest

Deal found 6/11

$208

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6:14 pm-11:59 pm

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11:55 pm-5:35 am

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$66

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7:00 am-12:50 pm

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$117

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7:00 am-5:50 am

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$132

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5:51 pm-8:49 am

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$138

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12:56 am-8:45 am

1 stop5h 49m

$144

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1:22 am-8:53 am

1 stop5h 31m

$169

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LAX - MSY

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6:15 am-5:06 pm

1 stop8h 51m

$178

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Irvine to New Orleans?

The price you pay for your flight from Irvine to New Orleans may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 46 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 Irvine to New Orleans?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Irvine to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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 IR9 to MSY?

When flying from Irvine to New Orleans, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Irvine to New Orleans?

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

Weekly flight availability from Irvine to New Orleans

The most flights from IR9 to MSY are scheduled on a Monday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Rainfall in New Orleans by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Orleans ranges from 3.3 - 6.4 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.4 in. October is typically the driest time to visit New Orleans when rainfall is around 3.3 in.

Temperature in New Orleans by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Orleans, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,287 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,946 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,790 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

American Airlines

7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly into for flights to New Orleans from Irvine?
Located just 11.4 mi from the city center, New Orleans Louis Armstrong is the airport most travelers will use when flying to New Orleans from Irvine. Booking flights from Irvine to Louis Armstrong (MSY) should be relatively easy as there are 14 daily inbound flights from Irvine from 8 different airlines.
How popular is this Irvine to New Orleans flight route?
This flight path from Irvine to New Orleans Louis Armstrong was viewed by 67 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Irvine to New Orleans one-way?
The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Irvine to New Orleans are Spirit Airlines ($66), Delta ($117), and Alaska Airlines ($132).
What are the most reliable airlines from Irvine to New Orleans?
Consider Southwest (91%), Spirit Airlines (91%) or Air France (89%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Irvine to New Orleans.
What are the cheapest flights from Irvine to New Orleans?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Irvine to New Orleans? While on average our users pay $693, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $54. The most popular route (Los Angeles - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), is priced around $119.
Can I find deals for flights from Irvine to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Irvine to New Orleans flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Irvine to New Orleans?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Irvine to New Orleans.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Irvine to New Orleans?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Irvine 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 Irvine to New Orleans?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Irvine to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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 8 airlines flying from Irvine to New Orleans

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Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$95	Average$234	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
Frontier	Cheapest$99	Average$200	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Breeze Airways	Cheapest$122	Average$238	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Delta	Cheapest$197	Average$455	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
American Airlines	Cheapest$213	Average$438	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
United Airlines	Cheapest$236	Average$542	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Alaska Airlines	Cheapest$286	Average$426	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%
Southwest	Cheapest$302	Average$470	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%

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