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Data updated: 2026-10-28 13:12:07

Houston (IAH) to New Orleans (MSY) Flights

Compare flights from Houston to New Orleans, explore popular airlines, airports, and travel tips.
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IAH········· ·········MSY
George Bush Intercontinental AirportLouis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
Distance
304 miles
Flight time
1h 15m
Time difference
MSY is 0h ahead
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Return date

Flights from Houston to New Orleans

All times are shown in local time. Prices are for one-way, per adult, including taxes and fees.

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Collected nonstop flight records from IAH to MSY on 2026-11-03
07:35IAHCST UTC−61h 13m
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08:48MSYCST UTC−6$309.00One-way
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09:40IAHCST UTC−61h 17m
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10:57MSYCST UTC−6$309.00One-way
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12:00IAHCST UTC−61h 16m
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13:16MSYCST UTC−6$309.00One-way
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14:55IAHCST UTC−61h 13m
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16:08MSYCST UTC−6$309.00One-way
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16:30IAHCST UTC−61h 18m
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17:48MSYCST UTC−6$309.00One-way
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18:40IAHCST UTC−61h 18m
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19:58MSYCST UTC−6$309.00One-way
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20:25IAHCST UTC−61h 18m
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21:43MSYCST UTC−6$309.00One-way
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Flight route map

Houston (IAH) to New Orleans (MSY) Non-stop flight routes illustrated on a map.

Flights from Houston (IAH), Texas, to New Orleans (MSY), Louisiana, are shown on the map. Based on recorded flight history, the distance is approximately 304 miles.

Departure
George Bush Intercontinental Airport · Texas, United States · 29° 59' 04" N 95° 20' 29" W
Flight route
304 miles · 1h 15m
Direction
88.61° (E)
Geographic midpoint
The geographic midpoint is at latitude 30.01326, longitude -92.80315, approximately 151.89 miles from both airports.
Great-circle distance
303.8 miles
Driving route
344 miles · 6 hr 55 min
Time difference
MSY is 0h ahead
Destination
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport · Louisiana, United States · 29° 59' 36" N 90° 15' 53" W
Distance and time are approximate; flight schedules and local times may change.

Route information

Distance
304 miles
Average flight time
1h 15m
Time difference
MSY is 0h ahead
Route direction
The initial bearing on the course from Houston to New Orleans is 88.61°, and the compass direction is E.

Airport information

George Bush Intercontinental Airport

George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Houston, Texas, United States
29° 59' 04" N, 95° 20' 29" W
Elevation: 97 ft (30 m)
Time zone: CDT UTC−5
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What's the weather like in Houston and New Orleans?

Temperature unit:

IAH · Houston

80°FSunnyFeels like 82°F
Humidity
57%
Wind
10 mph
Precipitation
0 mm

MSY · New Orleans

74°FSunnyFeels like 76°F
Humidity
59%
Wind
5 mph
Precipitation
0 mm
Wed, Oct 2878°F | 59°FOvercast
Thu, Oct 2979°F | 58°FOvercast
Fri, Oct 3082°F | 64°FLight drizzle
Sat, Oct 3183°F | 70°FThunderstorm
Sun, Nov 178°F | 70°FOvercast

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Houston to New Orleans

Which departure days are usually cheaper?

If you have flexibility with your travel dates, Tuesday and Wednesday departures are consistently your best bet for finding the lowest airfares. Across global flight routes, flying midweek can easily save you 10% to 20% compared to weekend departures, mainly because you avoid both Monday business trips and Friday weekend getaways. On the flip side, Fridays and Sundays tend to be the most expensive days of the week as leisure travelers head out and return. Another insider tip: opting for early morning flights (before 7:00 AM) or overnight red-eyes often unlocks additional savings while helping you breeze through airport security lines.

How far in advance do fares usually reach their lowest point?

There is no fixed booking window that guarantees the lowest fare for United States to United States (US-US). Once your plans are clearer, compare prices for your intended dates and nearby alternatives, using the same cabin, baggage and change conditions. Choose a fare that fits your budget and flexibility; waiting can result in either lower prices or fewer suitable options.

Which travel month has the lowest reference fare, and by how much?

In average round-trip fares grouped by travel month over the past 12 months, Sep is lowest at USD 131. Compared with the selected date's calendar month average of USD 211, the difference is USD 80. This is not a quote for a specific date or nonstop flight.

Should I book now or wait for a lower fare?

If you can change departure dates, the price calendar shows a reference fare of USD 82 on 2026-11-17, USD 227 below the selected date. Prices for different departure dates cannot predict whether the same flight will get cheaper later; check the latest price and availability before booking.

How much could changing the departure date by a few days save?

Among available departure dates within three days of the selected date, the same-currency reference nonstop fare of USD 309 on 2026-11-03 is tied for the lowest. Fares on different dates may not be for the same cabin or fare product; check the latest price and availability before booking.