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Cheap Flight Deals from Hobby to New Orleans (HOU-MSY)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Hobby to New Orleans that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Hobby to New Orleans

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Hobby to New Orleans.
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7:30 am - 8:40 amHOU-MSY
1h 10mnonstop
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2:05 pm - 3:20 pmMSY-HOU
1h 15mnonstop
$157Southwest
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Sat, Jun 21 - Mon, Jun 23
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6:25 pm - 7:35 pmHOU-MSY
1h 10mnonstop
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5:30 am - 6:45 amMSY-HOU
1h 15mnonstop
$177Southwest
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Sat, May 31 - Thu, Jun 5
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8:55 pm - 10:05 pmHOU-MSY
1h 10mnonstop
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7:15 am - 8:35 amMSY-HOU
1h 20mnonstop
$180Southwest
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Sat, May 24 - Mon, May 26
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6:55 am - 8:05 amHOU-MSY
1h 10mnonstop
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5:15 am - 6:30 amMSY-HOU
1h 15mnonstop
$181Southwest
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Fri, Jun 13 - Sun, Jun 15
Southwest Logo
6:45 pm - 7:55 pmHOU-MSY
1h 10mnonstop
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4:30 pm - 5:45 pmMSY-HOU
1h 15mnonstop
$183Southwest
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Tue, Aug 19 - Tue, Aug 26
Southwest Logo
7:50 am - 12:35 pmHOU-MSY
4h 45m1 stop
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11:55 am - 1:10 pmMSY-HOU
1h 15mnonstop
$187Southwest
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Mon, Jun 2 - Thu, Jun 5
American Airlines Logo
4:26 pm - 8:33 pmHOU-MSY
4h 07m1 stop
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11:25 am - 3:56 pmMSY-HOU
4h 31m1 stop
$198American Airlines
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Tue, Jun 17 - Tue, Jun 24
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 9:02 amHOU-MSY
4h 02m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:25 am - 9:43 amMSY-HOU
4h 18m1 stop
$199American Airlines
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Sat, May 31 - Sat, Jun 7
American Airlines Logo
6:31 pm - 12:15 amHOU-MSY
5h 44m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:39 pm - 11:58 pmMSY-HOU
4h 19m1 stop
$202American Airlines
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Mon, May 26 - Mon, Jun 2
Delta Logo
10:22 am - 4:27 pmHOU-MSY
6h 05m1 stop
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7:46 am - 12:07 pmMSY-HOU
4h 21m1 stop
$943Delta
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Sat, May 24 - Sun, May 25
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Expert advice for your flight from Hobby to New Orleans

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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HOU

Use the Hobby Airport app to reserve parking, check security wait times, and navigate the terminal efficiently for a smoother departure experience.

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MSY

At MSY, take a rideshare or taxi from Level 1, door 7, for a quick 30-minute ride to the French Quarter.

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Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Hobby to New Orleans flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Hobby to New Orleans to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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Planning a trip from Hobby to New Orleans? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to New Orleans on a Tuesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Friday and avoiding Mondays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans is June, where tickets cost $137 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and February, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $243 and $237 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJune
High seasonNovember
Cheapest flight$69
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 31% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 13% increase in price.
Flight from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans

When to book flights from Hobby to New Orleans

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Hobby 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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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans flights

  • Which transportation options are available from downtown Houston to Hobby Airport?

    Bus No. 40 transports travelers from downtown Houston to Hobby Airport and takes approximately 60min to get to curb zone 3. The bus charges around $1.25 for the one-way trip. Taking a taxi is another option. Taxis charge around $29 to downtown Houston and take approximately 40min to complete the trip.

  • Are rental cars available at Louis Armstrong Airport?

    Several major car rental companies like Budget, Avis, and Enterprise operate at Louis Armstrong Airport. The car rental services are available at the car rental facility, which you can get to once you board the rental car shuttle found at the long-term garage.

  • Does Hobby Airport have family-friendly amenities?

    Hobby Airport has a vast space-themed kids’ play area located in the west concourse where kids can pass time before flights. Mothers can utilize the nursing room near gate 46 and gate 4, which come with nursing chairs and changing tables.

  • Can I get accommodation at Louis Armstrong Airport?

    Several hotels offering exceptional amenities and state-of-the-art accommodation are located approximately 5min away from the airport. You can either stay at the grand Hilton Hotels or the cozy Comfort Inn and Suites hotel. Both hotels provide a free shuttle from the airport’s terminals.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans was $69 for a one-way ticket and $157 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Houston Hobby Airport and New Orleans?

    No

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans?

    JetBlue, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans flight route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans?

    There are nonstop flights from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New Orleans from Houston Hobby Airport is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to New Orleans with an airline and back to Houston Hobby Airport with another airline. Booking your flights between Houston Hobby Airport and MSY can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to New Orleans from Houston Hobby Airport up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $138 or less one-way and $168 or less round-trip.
  • You can get flights to Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) from Hobby Airport (HOU) with American Airlines and Delta Air Lines. Both airlines make one layover at Dallas Fort Worth Airport or Atlanta Hartsfield–Jackson Airport before landing at Hobby Airport.
  • Hobby Airport has an extensive art collection featuring photographs and sculptures from renowned artists. The magnificent artwork lights up the halls of the vast airport, giving travelers an elevated travel experience. One outstanding piece found at the check-in area of the international concourse is the Ethereal Sky artwork.
  • Travelers can take the RTA 202 Airport express bus, which stops outside Louis Armstrong Airport’s terminals. The bus charges around $1.50 and takes approximately 50min from the airport to downtown New Orleans. Alternatively, one can hail a cab available at the cab stand on level 1. Cab fare is around $33.
  • Hobby Airport has several parking options for those who wish to leave their vehicles for a couple of days or weeks. The Ecopark lots are more budget-friendly since they charge around $9 per day. Those not on a budget can also opt for valet parking, which costs about $26 per day.
  • Louis Armstrong airport has visual paging throughout the airport and flight information display monitors that benefit those with hearing impairments. In case you require wheelchair assistance or any other special aid, you can put in a request through the airline. Those with disabilities also get help with their luggage.
  • You can avoid the morning rush hour traffic from Houston city to the bustling airport, especially when you have an early morning flight to catch by staying at the cozy hotels situated approximately 1 mile away from Hobby Airport, like DoubleTree by Hilton hotel or Holiday Inn hotel. The hotels also provide free shuttles from the airport.
  • Hobby Airport has a lounge that only active military members and their families can access free of charge. The lounge, located at the central concourse of the main terminal, has gaming areas, children’s zones, baby changing stations, complimentary refreshments, and Wi-Fi.

Prefer to fly direct from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans?

Find which airlines fly direct from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

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Top 3 airlines serving from Hobby to New Orleans

 
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4292 reviews
8.6Crew
8.2Boarding
7.1Food
8.0Comfort
7.6Entertainment
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Bring back peanuts Take our drink orders when were all seated, especially after you switch to assigned seating.

10.0 ExcellentKurt V, May 2025AUS - ABQ
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Bring back peanuts Take our drink orders when were all seated, especially after you switch to assigned seating.

Staff was far less than helpful at all times. Departure and arrival times mean nothing to Southwest. Extremely disappointed, will never fly with them again, and I’ll be sure to share my experience with all.

It is southwest seat was ok. Not the most comfortable seat

I’ve always loved Southwest. No issues at all. I was flying standby and the gate agent was extremely friendly and helpful. Boarding was smooth and I was able to get a window seat in the emergency exit row. Crew was fantastic! They were very professional and accommodating. We had to divert from our destination due to weather but the flight crew kept everyone at ease and informed us of all pertinent information. Excellent flight

The price of the tickets isn't matching the flight experience. No matter how long the flight is, you're only getting pretzels. The flight attendants looked unkept and over it.

Plz don't take away free bags and free seating

The seats were a bit cramped and worn, but otherwise okay.

I would have liked to arrive on time - not 5 hours late!

After a 3 hour layover in Denver my flight was delayed over 5 hours! No explanation; no assistance; no offer to provide compensation; no one at Southwest was willing to offer any assistance. 8 hours in the Denver airport - ridiculous!

Plane late from DC to Austin 30 minutes. Crew made up much of the time enroute to San Diego.

Smooth flight. Boarding was chaotic. Could not hear the gate agent over the intercom. People were lined up in the wrong lines. Groups one and two were told to board through line one and group 3 through line 2. All very confusing. Once in the air, the flight was smooth. There was no entertainment option on this aircraft, even though it was a larger aircraft.

My suitcase was completed destroyed. The top part is broken and unusable now.

We boarded but then sat there waiting on some missed connection people to get on so we sat for about 15 minutes for that. Then we sat again because the passenger manifest was wrong and they had to figure it out before we could leave. That took about another 20 minutes or so. The crew was working hard to figure it out so it’s not their fault. It ended up being a system glitch where someone was upgraded to first class while another person was also in the same seat and it just created a mess that took a little while to figure out. They literally went to every person on the plane asking their names to see who was sitting in the wrong seat. I also hate the entertainment that must be watched on your phone or tablet. Just give us setback screens. It’s so much better. Almost every Delta flight has this now and it is so nice to have them. The crew did a great job. I have no complaints from them. They were very hard working, even with the mishap and a disgruntled passenger.

My priority checked bag was not loaded on the flight. I had to sit in baggage claim in Las Vegas for 2 1/2 hours waiting for the next flight. All baggage staff were very helpful, tracking showed it as scanned for loading. Nobody told me why it wasn't on my flight.

All male crew was just too woke for me. I felt like a sardine. I will never take a window seat or the rearmost seat again. I booked early and did not pay for seat selection and that was a mistake. The security at IAH was atrocious. I was violated and radiated as I was in a hurry to connect to my other flight. I may have lost items under the seat in front of me that I couldn't see nor bend over to look.

It’s been awhile since I have traveled on United. I, along with my family who were on the flight noted how smoothly everything went . Boarding, flight crew and service was excellent.

In general ok, my only issue is that they had no hot items for purchase. I had very little time in my connection due to baggage/customs/TSA, thag I barely even had a chance for a stop at the washroom and buy water, to make it to my gate when they started boarding. I had nothing to eat because the trip started early, so I was ready to purchase, and they had nothing except for dry items like snacks. I had to purchase a mediocre, overpriced cheese and fruit board, instead of at least a pizza or sliders that I was planning on getting. Other than that, it was fine. But that’s typical Air Canada, to not have enough.

How badly can you screw up baggage claim? We were told to go to baggage claim too for our bags from this flight. Another flights bags were there. They finished up. More bags from a different flight arrived. Our bags did not Finally the baggage claim belt stopped working and and are flight was still listed on the arrivals for that baggage claim 2. And then nothing It turns out that they had been delivered not only the United baggage claim but far away on a Delta baggage claim No I never told us. It was only the people looking around who had been on the flight But I’m sure there was plenty of time for the employees to raffle through the bags and steal whatever they wanted

There was no USB plug in my section of the plane. So I could not charge my phone. Also, there was no screen to watch movie or anything like that. Wish I had known that in advance, I would’ve brought my iPad.

Long wait before take off without an update for 20 minutes. Flight was good otherwise.

I love Spirit. New aircraft, great cabin service, the airfares are low cost which helps me visit my hospitalized daughter anytime I can without paying a fortune.

My flight was good from my wheelchair assist to the plan & my exit.

The flight was on time. The seats are very narrow.

Seats are poor. They do not lean back. They do not even have pockets on the back, making it impossible to store a phone or a coke bottle. If you opt for basic economy cheap seats, they stick you always in the middle or window seat, even though there are unoccupied seats on the aisle. And then there is the nickel and diming. No carry-ons. And checking your carry-on is $70. At the end there is no price advantage but there is plenty of aggravation.

Worst Airplane ride I ever have taken... My purchased seat was changed without my consent

Boarding was not clear; no announcement about delay. My sister and kid were seated separately for me and even though there were tons of seats up front, they wouldn't let us switch.

The plane flew smoothly and the crew was polite and kind. We loved our flight!

They changed our departure time 6 times before I even reached the airport. Delayed, Ontime, Delayed Back on time, Then Delayed. We finally boarded the plane and then we had to sit on the runway for over an hour only to be told they were taking us back to the gate for an additional 2 hour delay. Lack of communication and a complete waste of time! Never again!

Great! First time flying with Spirit and I definitely loved it!

Very difficult. Flew out on Dec 24th and it was a mess. They know it is going to be the busiest time of the year and they had no organization. Finally they called for people going on certiam flights so they could get them thru thw line then we had to rush to our gate to get in li e to board.We missed our flight do to being stuck at the border of Mexico. They would not work with us to make an affordable price so we had to wait a day with no where to go and pay 280 more for our flights. I would think that a complimentary drink would be nice. But we had to pay 4.49 for a coke. Not an overall good experience

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