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Data updated: 2026-10-28 13:17:30

New Orleans (MSY) to Houston (IAH) Flights

Compare flights from New Orleans to Houston, explore popular airlines, airports, and travel tips.
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MSY········· ·········IAH
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International AirportGeorge Bush Intercontinental Airport
Distance
304 miles
Flight time
1h 23m
Time difference
IAH is 0h ahead
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Flights from New Orleans to Houston

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 MSY to IAH on 2026-11-03
05:00MSYCST UTC−61h 23m
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06:23IAHCST UTC−6$309.00One-way
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07:00MSYCST UTC−61h 23m
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08:23IAHCST UTC−6$309.00One-way
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09:05MSYCST UTC−61h 23m
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10:28IAHCST UTC−6$309.00One-way
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12:07MSYCST UTC−61h 23m
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13:30IAHCST UTC−6$309.00One-way
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14:12MSYCST UTC−61h 23m
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15:35IAHCST UTC−6$309.00One-way
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15:43MSYCST UTC−61h 23m
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17:06IAHCST UTC−6$309.00One-way
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17:26MSYCST UTC−61h 28m
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18:54IAHCST UTC−6$309.00One-way
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Flight route map

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

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

Departure
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport · Louisiana, United States · 29° 59' 36" N 90° 15' 53" W
Flight route
304 miles · 1h 23m
Direction
271.15° (W)
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
IAH is 0h ahead
Destination
George Bush Intercontinental Airport · Texas, United States · 29° 59' 04" N 95° 20' 29" W
Distance and time are approximate; flight schedules and local times may change.

Route information

Distance
304 miles
Average flight time
1h 23m
Time difference
IAH is 0h ahead
Route direction
The initial bearing on the course from New Orleans to Houston is 271.15°, and the compass direction is W.

Airport information

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
29° 59' 36" N, 90° 15' 53" W
Elevation: 4 ft (1 m)
Time zone: CDT UTC−5
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What's the weather like in New Orleans and Houston?

Temperature unit:

MSY · New Orleans

74°FSunnyFeels like 76°F
Humidity
59%
Wind
5 mph
Precipitation
0 mm

IAH · Houston

80°FSunnyFeels like 82°F
Humidity
57%
Wind
10 mph
Precipitation
0 mm
Wed, Oct 2884°F | 69°FOvercast
Thu, Oct 2982°F | 64°FOvercast
Fri, Oct 3077°F | 64°FLight drizzle
Sat, Oct 3187°F | 71°FLight drizzle
Sun, Nov 189°F | 73°FOvercast

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

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, Oct is lowest at USD 137. Compared with the selected date's calendar month average of USD 185, the difference is USD 48. 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.