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Cheapest round-trip
$256
Typical prices: $321-$521
Frontier
Sat 2/3Thu 2/8
ELP - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$156
Typical prices: $168-$468
Frontier
Tue 12/4
ELP - MSY • 2 stops
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 • 22% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $278 (round-trip)
Houston Hobby (HOU)
Shortest trip • 4h 07m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from El Paso to New Orleans (ELP-MSY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from El Paso to New Orleans

Wed, Feb 3 - Mon, Feb 8
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7:23 pm - 4:50 pmELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
20h 27m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:20 pm - 6:28 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
26h 08m1 stop Denver Intl
$256Frontier
Thu, Jan 14 - Sun, Jan 17
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5:25 pm - 8:11 pmELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
25h 46m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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12:34 pm - 7:02 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
7h 28m1 stop Denver Intl
$259Frontier
Sat, Jan 23 - Thu, Feb 11
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7:23 pm - 10:08 amELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
13h 45m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:36 pm - 8:31 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
25h 55m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$259Frontier
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
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5:40 am - 10:43 amELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 03m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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2:08 pm - 5:37 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
4h 29m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$337United Airlines
Wed, Feb 3 - Mon, Feb 8
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7:23 pm - 10:35 amELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
14h 12m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:20 pm - 6:28 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
23h 08m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Denver Intl
$339Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 4:08 pmELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 08m2 stops Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 10:37 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
4h 37m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$342United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 19
American Airlines Logo
5:35 am - 11:37 amELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 02m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:33 pm - 11:38 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
6h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$365American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 19
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5:35 am - 11:37 amELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 02m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:33 pm - 11:38 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
6h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$373American Airlines
Tue, Dec 29 - Tue, Jan 5
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4:50 pm - 9:35 pmELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
3h 45m1 stop Houston Hobby
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12:45 pm - 6:35 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
6h 50m2 stops Houston Hobby Dallas Love Field
$402Southwest
Thu, Jan 14 - Sun, Jan 17
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9:35 am - 4:15 pmELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 40m2 stops Dallas Love Field Houston Hobby
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5:15 am - 1:15 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
9h 00m2 stops Dallas Love Field San Diego
$403Southwest
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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 $321 to $521. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $256, on Frontier.

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 23% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 22% 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.
•October ($763) and April ($696) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 146% 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

$156
Beat the crowds with an average 57% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 93% 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 $321 to $521, with an average of $396 over the past 12 months. Anything below $321 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 $259 to $1,248. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x 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 $211, which is 14% 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 averaging $62 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Priceless
    • Hertz
    • 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) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Houston Hobby (HOU) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 16% 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 37% on flights from El Paso to New Orleans. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $307 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $486, a difference of $179.

    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 07m, compared with 4h 13m via Dallas Love Field (DAL) and 4h 22m via Austin Bergstrom (AUS).

  • 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 New Orleans Morial Convention Center, Caesars Superdome 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 $307, about $179 less than Friday fares (37% 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 $453 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).

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