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$75+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA to New Orleans (MSY)

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LAX — MSY
Mar 19 — Mar 261
Wed 3/19
Wed 3/26
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The best prices from Irvine to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in September or August, booked 31 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Irvine to New Orleans

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Round-trip from

$138
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$75
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

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September

Average price

$375
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Cheapest flights from Irvine to New Orleans
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This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Mon 4/74:29 pmLAX - MSY
2 stops21h 56mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/911:59 amMSY - LAX
1 stop11h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/13$138
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Tue 4/810:39 amLAX - MSY
1 stop6h 08mFrontier
Tue 4/157:47 pmMSY - LAX
1 stop6h 38mFrontier
Deal found 3/13$145
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Thu 4/176:30 amLAX - MSY
1 stop10h 17mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/215:20 amMSY - LAX
Nonstop4h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/13$147
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Mon 4/1412:58 amLAX - MSY
1 stop6h 46mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/197:00 amMSY - LAX
1 stop8h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/13$217
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Thu 4/246:55 pmLAX - MSY
Nonstop3h 33mDelta
Tue 6/36:55 pmMSY - LAX
Nonstop4h 19mDelta
Deal found 3/13$227

Find flights from Irvine to New Orleans within your budget

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 March 14, 2025.

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Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Mon 4/7

4:29 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops21h 56m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 4/9

11:59 am-9:35 pm

1 stop11h 36m

$138

Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Tue 4/8

10:39 am-6:47 pm

1 stop6h 08m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 4/15

7:47 pm-12:25 am

1 stop6h 38m

$145

Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Thu 4/17

6:30 am-6:47 pm

1 stop10h 17m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 4/21

5:20 am-7:36 am

Nonstop4h 16m

$147

Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Mon 4/14

12:58 am-9:44 am

1 stop6h 46m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 4/19

7:00 am-1:45 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$217

Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Thu 4/24

6:55 pm-12:28 am

Nonstop3h 33m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 6/3

6:55 pm-9:14 pm

Nonstop4h 19m

$227

Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Tue 4/1

10:39 am-6:47 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$75

Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Fri 4/18

10:04 am-10:12 pm

1 stop10h 08m

$78

Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Thu 5/1

6:55 pm-12:28 am

Nonstop3h 33m

$99

Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Mon 4/14

12:58 am-9:44 am

1 stop6h 46m

$109

Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Sat 5/31

4:10 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$144

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Best time to book a flight from Irvine to New Orleans

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Travel insights for flights from Irvine to New Orleans

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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 March 7, 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 31 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?

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 March 14, 2025.

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?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Irvine to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on March 9, 2025.

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. Thursday 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

Explore weekly flight availability from Irvine to New Orleans. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 14, 2025.

The most flights from IR9 to MSY are scheduled on a Friday (20 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

Plan your trip to New Orleans by taking into account the average rainfall totals 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

Plan your trip to New Orleans by taking into account the average temperature totals 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

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 March 14, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Irvine to New Orleans, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,741 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Delta
8.0
Very good
7,944 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,623 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

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 15 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 59 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 ($75), Frontier ($76), and Delta ($99).

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

    Consider LATAM Airlines (92%), Virgin Atlantic (86%) or Korean Air (85%) 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 $817, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $66. The most popular route (Los Angeles - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), is priced around $68.

  • 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

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 March 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$92Average$237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$106Average$231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$122Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$213Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$215Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$279Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$286Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$318Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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