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$74+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA to New Orleans (MSY)

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LAX — MSY
Jan 17 — Jan 241
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Cheapest flights from Irvine to New Orleans
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 December 18, 2025.

This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/261:28 pmLAX - MSY
Nonstop3h 38mSpirit Airlines
Mon 1/58:11 pmMSY - LAX
Nonstop4h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/16$256
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/311:28 pmLAX - MSY
Nonstop3h 38mSpirit Airlines
Mon 1/58:11 pmMSY - LAX
Nonstop4h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/15$259
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/3111:43 pmLAX - MSY
1 stop22h 16mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/65:05 pmMSY - LAX
1 stop22h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$270
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Sun 12/216:00 amLAX - MSY
1 stop12h 57mSpirit Airlines
Tue 1/68:11 pmMSY - LAX
Nonstop4h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/16$277
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/311:28 pmLAX - MSY
Nonstop3h 38mSpirit Airlines
Tue 1/68:11 pmMSY - LAX
Nonstop4h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/17$288
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Fri 12/261:28 pmLAX - MSY
Nonstop3h 38mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/51:59 pmMSY - LAX
2 stops43h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$290
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Fri 12/261:28 pmLAX - MSY
Nonstop3h 38mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/315:00 pmMSY - LAX
2 stops53h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$299

Find flight deals from Irvine to New Orleans

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Irvine to New Orleans flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

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CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$138
(Breeze Airways)

One-way from

$74
(Expedia)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$379
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Irvine 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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Irvine to New Orleans that are best for you.

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Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Sun 3/1

11:59 pm-5:34 am

Nonstop3h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 3/5

8:20 pm-10:44 pm

Nonstop4h 24m

$148

Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Thu 2/19

11:59 pm-5:34 am

Nonstop3h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 2/24

8:20 pm-10:44 pm

Nonstop4h 24m

$158

Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Thu 2/19

11:59 pm-5:34 am

Nonstop3h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 2/23

8:20 pm-10:44 pm

Nonstop4h 24m

$168

Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Fri 3/6

11:59 pm-5:34 am

Nonstop3h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 3/8

8:20 pm-10:44 pm

Nonstop4h 24m

$213

Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Sat 3/14

11:59 pm-5:34 am

Nonstop3h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 3/22

8:20 pm-10:44 pm

Nonstop4h 24m

$228

Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Sat 1/31

7:20 am-12:50 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 2/7

6:15 am-8:50 am

Nonstop4h 35m

$309

Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Sun 1/25

8:45 am-2:15 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 1/28

3:05 pm-5:35 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

$309

Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Sat 1/17

6:31 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop3h 28m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 1/28

6:15 am-8:50 am

Nonstop4h 35m

$309

Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Tue 1/20

7:30 am-5:41 pm

1 stop8h 11m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 1/27

4:45 pm-7:17 pm

Nonstop4h 32m

$319

Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Tue 2/24

7:00 am-9:28 pm

1 stop12h 28m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 3/3

10:00 am-1:03 pm

1 stop29h 03m

$322

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Best time to book a flight from Irvine to New Orleans

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New Orleans from Irvine with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Irvine to New Orleans

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Irvine to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

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 30 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 $78). Flying from Irvine to New Orleans in February is currently the most expensive (average of $142). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine 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 December 18, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Irvine to New Orleans in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 36% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Irvine to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on August 17, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Irvine to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Wednesday 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.

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 December 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Southwest, and Delta from Irvine to New Orleans 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.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
248 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
248 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
248 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
248 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,006 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
248 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,053 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
248 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,190 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
248 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Irvine to New Orleans. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 10 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 88 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Irvine to New Orleans?

    Airlines like Breeze Airways fly from Irvine to New Orleans in about 3h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. The distance between Irvine and New Orleans is about 1666 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

  • 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 ($49), Breeze Airways ($76), and Frontier ($81).

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

    Consider Aeromexico (92%), KLM (92%) or LATAM Airlines (88%) 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 $628, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $68. The most popular route (Los Angeles - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), is priced around $137.

  • 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 $78). Flying from Irvine to New Orleans in February is currently the most expensive (average of $142). 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

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Irvine 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$98Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$99Average$271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$116Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$138Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$202Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$212Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$306Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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