Cheap flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans (LAX - MSY) from $38

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/27. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
LAX — MSY
Oct 3 — Oct 101

The best prices from Los Angeles to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in January or August, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

How to find the cheapest flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to New Orleans (MSY)

All the information you need to plan the best LAX to MSY flight in 2023: compare Los Angeles to New Orleans flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in New Orleans.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Round-trip from

$245

One-way from

$38
High demand for flights, 22% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 22% potential price drop
From Los Angeles to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
One-way flight from Los Angeles to New Orleans Louis Armstrong

LAX - MSY

Price

$245 - $482

MSY

Temperature

51.8 - 82.4 °F

MSY

Rainfall

3.3 - 6.4 inches

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

Wednesday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to New Orleans.

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

To save on the cost of your flight from Los Angeles to New Orleans, book at least 53 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 42% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $388 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $497.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in June. For low rates, January can be a great choice for travel to New Orleans. Flights to New Orleans from Los Angeles in January are about $357 on average during January, but can be found for as low as $133.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to New Orleans (LAX - MSY)?

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 38% on flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans

Consider these cheap Spirit Airlines flights we've found departing from Los Angeles to New Orleans. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans

Some of the lowest-priced American Airlines flights we've found at this time heading from Los Angeles to New Orleans. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.

Cheap Los Angeles to New Orleans flights in September & October 2023

The best prices found for LAX to MSY flights for September, October
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Los Angeles to New Orleans 2023 flight deals

Cheap flights to New Orleans from Los Angeles found for this year
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Non-stop flights to New Orleans from Los Angeles

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One-way flights to New Orleans from Los Angeles

The cheapest one-way flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans
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Los Angeles

Mon 11/13

Nonstop3h 47m

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Wed 11/15

Nonstop4h 20m

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Los Angeles

Tue 11/14

Nonstop3h 49m

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Thu 11/16

Nonstop4h 20m

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Los Angeles

Sun 11/12

Nonstop3h 47m

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Mon 11/13

1 stop20h 55m

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Los Angeles

Sat 10/28

Nonstop3h 47m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 10/31

Nonstop4h 14m

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Los Angeles

Sat 10/28

Nonstop3h 47m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 11/7

Nonstop4h 14m

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Los Angeles

Sat 10/28

Nonstop3h 47m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 11/9

Nonstop4h 14m

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Los Angeles

Mon 10/30

2 stops11h 34m

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Tue 11/7

Nonstop4h 14m

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Los Angeles

Tue 11/7

1 stop5h 19m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 11/11

1 stop6h 20m

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LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Sat 10/21

Nonstop3h 43m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 10/28

Nonstop4h 18m

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Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans

See what other customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines and American Airlines from Los Angeles to New Orleans have to say. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew was exceptional. The best crew on all 4 flight we took on this trip.

Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew was exceptional. The best crew on all 4 flight we took on this trip.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,890 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew was exceptional. The best crew on all 4 flight we took on this trip.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew was exceptional. The best crew on all 4 flight we took on this trip.

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
1,483 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew was exceptional. The best crew on all 4 flight we took on this trip.

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Los Angeles to New Orleans flights.

What airports do I use to fly from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

If you book a flight from Los Angeles to New Orleans, you will be flying from Los Angeles to Louis Armstrong. Flights to New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) from Los Angeles (LAX) take 3h 35m for a nonstop flight. There are 13 flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans per day from 6 airlines.

Can I find flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $69, but on average you can expect to pay $90.

Are there nonstop flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans under $100. A good price for a nonstop flight from Los Angeles to New Orleans is less than $98.

Are there last-minute flights available from Los Angeles to New Orleans for under $100?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans within the next 7 days for less than $100.

What days are nonstop flights available from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

Days when nonstop flights are available for this flight are: Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

How popular is this Los Angeles to New Orleans flight route?

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to New Orleans on average per day?

Per day, 13 flights depart from Los Angeles to New Orleans on average.
Morning (6am - Noon) - 85% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 15% of flight departures

How long is the flight from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

A quick flight from Los Angeles to New Orleans can take about 3h 47m. Spirit Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $69. The distance between Los Angeles and New Orleans is about 1676 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Los Angeles to New Orleans round-trip?

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans round-trip from $69. Spirit Airlines is priced at 80% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Los Angeles to New Orleans on time: LATAM Airlines (95%), Aeromexico (94%), Delta (93%).

What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

On average you can expect to pay $582 for a flight from Los Angeles to New Orleans. The cheapest flight overall is $43 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - New Orleans Louis Armstrong) is currently priced at $79.

What does LAX to MSY mean?

These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Los Angeles Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a LAX to MSY flight.

Alternative routes for Los Angeles to New Orleans

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Top 6 airlines flying from Los Angeles to New Orleans

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Los Angeles to New Orleans choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$80Average$235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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Breeze AirwaysCheapest$97Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest$148Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$188Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapest$226Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$457Average$553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to New Orleans

See what time of day planes typically take off from Los Angeles to New Orleans
0%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
32%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
68%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
0%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to New Orleans

See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Los Angeles to New Orleans
Sunday17daily flights
Monday19daily flights
Tuesday7daily flights
Wednesday6daily flights
Thursday16daily flights
Friday18daily flights
Saturday12daily flights

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