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$72+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Hobby (HOU)

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 7/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — HOU
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Houston Hobby are usually found in May or February, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Hobby

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to Hobby (HOU). 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 April 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$177
(Southwest)

One-way from

$72
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$187

Good round-trip deal

$253 or less

Good one-way deal

$148 or less
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Hobby
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Hobby. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

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.
Sat 6/145:30 amMSY - HOU
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Sun 6/1510:25 pmHOU - MSY
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 4/28$177
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/56:14 pmMSY - HOU
1 stop5h 35mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/82:29 pmHOU - MSY
1 stop4h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$181
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/92:20 pmMSY - HOU
1 stop7h 20mDelta
Sun 10/126:00 amHOU - MSY
1 stop7h 19mDelta
Deal found 4/28$1,123

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Houston Hobby Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

New Orleans

Fly to

Hobby

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New OrleansHouston

MSY - HOU

MSYHOU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/27

8:10 am-9:30 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Houston Hobby

Wed 5/28

7:40 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$157

New OrleansHouston

MSY - HOU

MSYHOU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 7/5

6:14 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Houston Hobby

Tue 7/8

2:29 pm-6:42 pm

1 stop4h 13m

$181

New OrleansHouston

MSY - HOU

MSYHOU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/9

2:20 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Houston Hobby

Sun 10/12

6:00 am-1:19 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$1,123

New OrleansHouston

MSY - HOU

MSYHOU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 7/1

10:35 am-11:50 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$72

New OrleansHouston

MSY - HOU

MSYHOU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 7/1

5:25 am-9:43 am

1 stop4h 18m

$82

New OrleansHouston

MSY - HOU

MSYHOU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 6/23

5:48 pm-11:24 am

1 stop17h 36m

$144

New OrleansHouston

MSY - HOU

MSYHOU

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 6/13

5:10 am-9:56 am

2 stops28h 46m

$160

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Deals found on 4/28

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from New Orleans to Hobby in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*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 New Orleans-Houston Hobby Airport flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on New Orleans-Houston Hobby Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New Orleans-Houston Hobby Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Houston Hobby Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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 New Orleans-Houston Hobby Airport 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 New Orleans to Hobby

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Hobby. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New Orleans to Houston Hobby Airport, you should look to book at least 77 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $230). Flying from New Orleans to Houston Hobby Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $334). 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 MSY to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Hobby. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from New Orleans to Houston Hobby Airport in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 30% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Hobby. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from New Orleans to Houston Hobby Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from New Orleans to Hobby. 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 April 29, 2025.

The most flights from MSY to HOU are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in Hobby by month

Plan your trip to Hobby by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Houston Hobby Airport ranges from 3.2 - 5.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.9 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Houston Hobby Airport when rainfall is around 3.2 in.

Temperature in Hobby by month

Plan your trip to Hobby by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Houston Hobby Airport, 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 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Hobby

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hobby. 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 Hobby. Reviews last updated April 29, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from New Orleans to Houston, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and American Airlines. 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
4,292 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
345 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Orleans to Hobby. 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 from for flights from New Orleans to Houston Hobby?

    Most people fly from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) if they book a flight from New Orleans to Houston Hobby. On average, Louis Armstrong has 6 outbound flights to Houston Hobby per day from 3 airlines. New Orleans Louis Armstrong is conveniently located just 11.4 mi from New Orleans’s city center.

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

    Currently priced at $177, Southwest will fly you from New Orleans to Houston Hobby Airport and back. In addition to Southwest, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $181 and $1,143, respectively. These flights start at 4% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $72 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Southwest. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Sun Country Air, with prices starting from $82 and $144, respectively.

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

    The cheapest flight price from New Orleans to Houston Hobby Airport is $68. On average you can expect to pay $281. The most popular route, (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Houston Hobby), can usually be booked for $84.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $230). Flying from New Orleans to Houston Hobby Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $334). 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 3 airlines flying from New Orleans to Hobby

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Hobby. 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$48Average$121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$117Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$134Average$262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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