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Cheapest round-trip
$278
Typical prices: $310-$441
Frontier
Mon 11/5Fri 11/9
ELP - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$169
Typical prices: $212-$468
American Airlines
Mon 12/31
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 • 18% 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 11m (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

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
Frontier Logo
8:24 pm - 5:39 pmELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
20h 15m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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5:08 pm - 6:21 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
26h 13m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Denver Intl
$278Frontier
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
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8:24 pm - 5:00 amELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 36m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:08 pm - 6:21 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
26h 13m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Denver Intl
$308Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
Frontier Logo
7:16 pm - 5:39 pmELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
21h 23m2 stops Denver Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Frontier Logo
8:57 pm - 6:21 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
22h 24m2 stops Orlando Denver Intl
$314Frontier
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
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2:50 pm - 8:15 pmELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 25m1 stop Dallas Love Field
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12:15 pm - 5:20 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
6h 05m1 stop Houston Hobby
$337Southwest
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
Southwest Logo
6:05 am - 12:15 pmELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 10m1 stop Dallas Love Field
Southwest Logo
7:55 am - 2:25 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
7h 30m2 stops Houston Hobby Austin Bergstrom
$342Southwest
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:24 pm - 5:00 amELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 36m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:34 pm - 7:39 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
26h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$348Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 25 - Mon, Mar 1
American Airlines Logo
5:35 am - 11:38 amELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 03m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:35 pm - 11:34 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
5h 59m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$373American Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 2
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 2:54 pmELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 54m1 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
$373American Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 22
United Airlines Logo
5:50 pm - 11:15 pmELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 25m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
7:18 pm - 10:59 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
4h 41m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$417United Airlines
Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 1
United Airlines Logo
5:48 am - 11:05 amELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 17m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 1:26 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
9h 26m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl
$422United Airlines
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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 $310 to $441. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $278, 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 19% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 12% 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

$169
Beat the crowds with an average 31% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 94% 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 $310 to $441, with an average of $379 over the past 12 months. Anything below $310 counts as a good deal.

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

    One-way fares from El Paso to New Orleans are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $286, which is 6% above 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
    • 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) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Houston Hobby (HOU) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 13% 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 28% on flights from El Paso to New Orleans. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $310 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $426, a difference of $116.

    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 11m, compared with 4h 37m via Dallas Love Field (DAL) and 4h 42m 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 Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $310, about $116 less than Sunday fares (27% 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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