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Cheapest round-trip
$239
Typical prices: $323-$486
American Airlines
Sat 11/3Sat 11/10
ELP - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$120
Typical prices: $168-$468
Southwest
Fri 11/2
ELP - MSY • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between El Paso and New Orleans. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 21% price drop
January
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $278 (round-trip)
Houston Hobby (HOU)
Shortest trip • 4h 08m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from El Paso to New Orleans (ELP-MSY)

 

Cheap flights from El Paso to New Orleans with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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5:31 pm - 10:57 pmELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 26m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:39 am - 9:10 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
4h 31m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$239American Airlines
Wed, Feb 24 - Mon, Mar 1
American Airlines Logo
2:51 pm - 10:56 pmELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
7:48 pm - 11:41 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
4h 53m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$239American Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
Southwest Logo
10:30 am - 4:05 pmELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 35m1 stop Houston Hobby
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9:50 am - 4:10 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
7h 20m1 stop Orlando
$239Southwest
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
Southwest Logo
2:25 pm - 9:25 pmELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 00m2 stops Dallas Love Field Austin Bergstrom
Southwest Logo
6:00 am - 10:40 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
5h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
$244Southwest
Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 1
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 11:04 amELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 34m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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3:39 pm - 7:53 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
5h 14m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$271United Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Sat, Nov 7
United Airlines Logo
2:35 pm - 11:15 pmELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 40m2 stops Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
2:12 pm - 6:11 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
4h 59m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$304United Airlines
Wed, Feb 24 - Sun, Feb 28
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 2:25 pmELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:30 am - 12:43 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
6h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$315Delta
Sun, Feb 21 - Sat, Feb 27
Delta Logo
1:25 pm - 8:42 pmELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 17m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:30 am - 12:43 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
6h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$328Delta
Fri, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 1
Frontier Logo
7:23 pm - 10:08 amELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
13h 45m1 stop Denver Intl
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11:03 am - 6:28 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
8h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
$357Frontier
Tue, Feb 23 - Mon, Mar 1
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7:23 pm - 8:02 amELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
35h 39m2 stops Denver Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
Frontier Logo
11:03 am - 6:28 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
8h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
$368Frontier

Price, demand and travel trends for El Paso to New Orleans flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from El Paso to New Orleans?

Round-trip flights from El Paso to New Orleans typically range from $323 to $486. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $239, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from El Paso to New Orleans?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from El Paso to New Orleans. It’s 21% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 11% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from El Paso to New Orleans?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from El Paso to New Orleans at $310 round-trip.
•April ($696) and August ($672) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 124% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for El Paso to New Orleans flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$120
Beat the crowds with an average 27% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 108% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from El Paso to New Orleans

When to book flights from El Paso to New Orleans

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from El Paso to New Orleans based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your El Paso to New Orleans flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from El Paso to New Orleans?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from El Paso to New Orleans.

  • How long is a flight from El Paso to New Orleans?

    A nonstop flight from El Paso to New Orleans takes 00m, covering 962 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from El Paso to New Orleans?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a El Paso to New Orleans flight?

    Round-trip flights from El Paso to New Orleans range from $323 to $486, with an average of $392 over the past 12 months. Anything below $323 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from El Paso to New Orleans changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $239 to $1,822. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from El Paso to New Orleans looking right now?

    One-way fares from El Paso to New Orleans are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $176, which is 35% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Priceless
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from El Paso to New Orleans?

    Flights from El Paso to New Orleans usually depart from El Paso (ELP) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from El Paso to New Orleans pass through?

    One-stop flights from El Paso to New Orleans most commonly connect through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Houston Hobby (HOU) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 15% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from El Paso to New Orleans?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from El Paso to New Orleans. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $310 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $437, a difference of $127.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from El Paso to New Orleans?

    Flying via Houston Hobby (HOU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 08m, compared with 4h 42m via Dallas Love Field (DAL) and 4h 47m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

  • What is the time difference between El Paso and New Orleans?

    New Orleans is 1 hour ahead of El Paso (Central Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in New Orleans?

    Some of the most popular sights in New Orleans are Caesars Superdome, New Orleans Morial Convention Center and Canal Street. These are among the most viewed places in New Orleans on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking El Paso to New Orleans flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $310, about $127 less than Friday fares (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your El Paso to New Orleans trip for January. Fares historically average $310 round-trip in that month - typically $386 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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