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$89+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) to New Orleans (MSY)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — MSY
Jun 2 — Jun 91
Tue 6/2
Tue 6/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston Hobby to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in September or August, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

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Cheapest flights from Hobby to New Orleans
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This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/168:10 am
HOU
-
MSY
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Wed 6/173:50 pm
MSY
-
HOU
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 4/30$177
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/268:45 am
HOU
-
MSY
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Tue 6/210:35 am
MSY
-
HOU
1 stop5h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 4/28$187
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/238:35 pm
HOU
-
MSY
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Tue 5/266:45 am
MSY
-
HOU
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 4/29$188
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/2712:50 pm
HOU
-
MSY
1 stop5h 00m
Southwest
Wed 6/310:35 am
MSY
-
HOU
1 stop5h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 4/29$197
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/48:40 pm
HOU
-
MSY
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Tue 6/95:00 pm
MSY
-
HOU
1 stop6h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 4/28$198
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/281:25 pm
HOU
-
MSY
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Mon 6/15:25 pm
MSY
-
HOU
Nonstop1h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 4/28$199
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/102:45 pm
HOU
-
MSY
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Wed 6/177:25 pm
MSY
-
HOU
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 5/1$207
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/209:57 am
HOU
-
MSY
1 stop3h 58m
American Airlines
Sat 5/306:00 pm
MSY
-
HOU
1 stop5h 59m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/29$208
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/289:50 pm
HOU
-
MSY
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Thu 6/46:40 pm
MSY
-
HOU
1 stop5h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 4/30$209
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/26:55 pm
HOU
-
MSY
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Tue 6/96:10 am
MSY
-
HOU
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 5/2$212
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/63:40 pm
HOU
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MSY
1 stop7h 00m
Southwest
Mon 6/86:40 pm
MSY
-
HOU
1 stop5h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 4/29$219

Find flight deals from Hobby to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hobby (HOU) to New Orleans (MSY). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 3, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$177
(Southwest)

One-way from

$89
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$259

Good round-trip deal

$256 or less

Good one-way deal

$153 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($44 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Hobby 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 May 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

HoustonNew Orleans

HOU - MSY

HOUMSY

Houston Hobby

Wed 5/27

8:45 am-10:00 am

Nonstop1h 15m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 6/3

6:30 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$188

HoustonNew Orleans

HOU - MSY

HOUMSY

Houston Hobby

Sat 5/30

2:55 pm-4:05 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 6/1

5:25 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$199
Quickest round-trip

HoustonNew Orleans

HOU - MSY

HOUMSY

Houston Hobby

Thu 6/4

5:35 am-6:45 am

Nonstop1h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 6/9

12:45 pm-2:00 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$223

HoustonNew Orleans

HOU - MSY

HOUMSY

Houston Hobby

Fri 5/29

9:50 pm-11:00 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 6/2

8:50 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$233

HoustonNew Orleans

HOU - MSY

HOUMSY

Houston Hobby

Wed 6/10

9:30 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 6/14

5:20 am-10:35 am

1 stop5h 15m

$253

HoustonNew Orleans

HOU - MSY

HOUMSY

Houston Hobby

Sat 5/23

8:35 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 5/24

4:35 pm-5:55 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$262

HoustonNew Orleans

HOU - MSY

HOUMSY

Houston Hobby

Thu 6/18

7:50 am-9:00 am

Nonstop1h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 6/21

5:55 am-7:10 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$289

HoustonNew Orleans

HOU - MSY

HOUMSY

Houston Hobby

Sun 6/14

7:55 am-12:25 pm

1 stop4h 30m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 6/21

5:55 am-7:10 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$299

HoustonNew Orleans

HOU - MSY

HOUMSY

Houston Hobby

Thu 7/2

5:35 am-6:45 am

Nonstop1h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 7/5

5:20 am-9:15 am

1 stop3h 55m

$299

HoustonNew Orleans

HOU - MSY

HOUMSY

Houston Hobby

Fri 6/12

3:35 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops6h 40m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 6/19

4:00 pm-5:15 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$304

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Compare providers for flights from Hobby to New Orleans

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Hobby to New Orleans in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Houston Hobby Airport-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Houston Hobby Airport-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Houston Hobby Airport-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Houston Hobby Airport-New Orleans flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Houston Hobby Airport-New Orleans flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Hobby to New Orleans

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans?

The best time to book flights from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans is 69 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans (average of $139). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans in March is currently the most expensive (average of $271). 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 HOU to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from Hobby 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 May 3, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 25% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Hobby to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on May 2, 2026.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans?

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on MSY

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Scott Laird

Scott Laird

Expert on HOU

Originally from Anchorage, Alaska, Scott is a frequent contributor to Fodor’s Travel Guide, Conde Nast Traveler, TravelAge West, and TravelPulse. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management from Alaska Pacific University and a Master of Science in Airline Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and has worked in the airline and hotel industries and as a travel consultant.

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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 May 3, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,United Airlines, andSpirit Airlines from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans. 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
8.0
Very good
4,311 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,311 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,311 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,682 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,311 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,633 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,311 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,968 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,311 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hobby 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 Houston Hobby?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY), located 11.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Houston Hobby to New Orleans. 4 airlines have flights to Louis Armstrong from Houston Hobby on a regular basis. Booking flights from Houston Hobby to New Orleans Louis Armstrong should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 3 inbound flights from Houston Hobby per day.

  • How long is the flight from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans?

    Departing from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans will take you 1h 15m. The distance between Houston Hobby Airport and New Orleans is about 302 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($50), Frontier ($54), and Southwest ($111) offers the cheapest pricing from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans. You may be able to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans for 77% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $36. Southwest flights start at $48 while deals on Frontier start at $49 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans?

    On average you can expect to pay $248 for a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans. The cheapest flight overall is $94 while the most popular route, (Houston Hobby - New Orleans Louis Armstrong) is currently priced at $177.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Hobby to New Orleans flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Hobby to New Orleans?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Hobby to New Orleans.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Hobby to New Orleans?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobby 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 Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans (average of $139). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans in March is currently the most expensive (average of $271). 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 4 airlines flying from Hobby to New Orleans

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Hobby 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 May 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$50Average$106FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$54Average$174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$111Average$245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$122Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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