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$89 Find Cheap Flights from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans

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Cheapest round-trip
$187
Overall average: $209
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Tue 2/10Wed 2/11
HOU - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$196
Typical prices: $160-$328
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Mon 2/23Wed 2/25
HOU - MSY • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights 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.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Hobby to New Orleans

Tue, Feb 10 - Wed, Feb 11
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$187Southwest
Mon, Feb 23 - Wed, Feb 25
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6:25 pm - 7:50 pm
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$196Southwest
Tue, Feb 10 - Wed, Feb 11
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$197Southwest
Wed, Feb 18 - Sat, Feb 21
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6:30 pm - 7:55 pm
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$206Southwest
Wed, Mar 18 - Sat, Mar 21
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6:10 am - 7:30 am
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$209Southwest
Wed, Feb 25 - Sat, Feb 28
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$212Southwest
Mon, Feb 16 - Sat, Feb 21
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$215Southwest
Wed, Feb 18 - Sat, Feb 21
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$216American Airlines
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$218Southwest
Wed, Feb 25 - Sat, Feb 28
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$221Southwest
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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, Monday 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 Sundays 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 September, where tickets cost $139 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $269 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 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 63% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

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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 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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Low seasonDecember
Cheapest flight$89
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 40% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 18% lower on average.
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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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 $89 for a one-way ticket and $187 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.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Houston Hobby Airport to New Orleans?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Houston Hobby Airport and New Orleans.

  • 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.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Houston to New Orleans, Southwest or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Houston to New Orleans are Southwest and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $230 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $249 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • 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 $236 or less one-way and $242 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.

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Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Hobby to New Orleans

 
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7.0Food
8.1Boarding
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Great flight but super high price. Glad it was a business trip and not personal

10.0 ExcellentPieter, Jan 2026
LGB - DAL
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Great flight but super high price. Glad it was a business trip and not personal

On time. Friendly staff. Took to long to pre bord all the specialty groups. Cramped small plane

The seats were comfortable, and the boarding process was pretty smooth.

3 hour delay. Had to change plans and was still delayed.

The staff was very friendly, professional, and courteous. The overall flight was a great experience.

The crew canceled the complementary snack and drink in anticipation of turbulence that never materialized. I was counting on the drink (water) to take the the doses of medication - prescribed for my heart condition - that were due during the flight. Since no snack or meal was served on this flight, I cannot rate the food quality. Otherwise, this flight was excellent.

Departure was delayed more than 1/2 hour while we waited for luggage (only) transfer from another flight/plane. Once approved for takeoff, the flight was excellent.

We got exit row seats both flights. Everything was running on time

The flight crew was extremely rude and especially not helpful when our flight was delayed.

Pretty seamless, just a tad bit late in taking off and landing.

I like flying first class, and United has a nice one

Unbelievably poor service from flight attendants. They didn’t even do water service on a four hour flight. Just disrespectful.

Seats had less pitch than a regional jet. Food was OK. Have to buy alcohol on US based carriers flying international. Boarding was a mess. Did not have bags but overhead space was gone quick. Would like to see the airlines enforce the one bag over and one bag under policy

Lately I like the planes have been exceptionally filthy. There’s lines of dust and dirt all across the ceiling in the vents, and the cracks in between the seats are literally full of food. It’s definitely not the quality of service that I was used to with United. I’m also very disappointed with the Wi-Fi! All I wanna do is knock out a few work jobs while I’m trapped in my seat And it spools so bad. They did provide me with a refund, but the process of getting that refund is so complicated. It’s unfortunate.

Crew was excellent. This was a relatively long flight though and had very little leg room, and no entertainment.

The newer screen was super cool and had the option to watch many different shows or movies. Crew was polite and helpful. However again, many children screaming bloody murder and kicking my seat, and parents doing nothing about it as usual.

Plane was crowded and even when we hit altitude, the plane was hot, not enough air flow.

Flight was delayed and missed my connection Lufthansa didn’t respond.

Was on time until within 1 hour of flight-how does that happen? Staff very friendly.

the delay for 3 hours was understandable due to weather conditions but the flight should’ve provided some on flight compensations or at least provide more food.

They canceled the flight and didn't assist in getting a new flight on any airline. I had to spend 10 hrs in the airport after getting a ticket On Delta for twice as much. I've flown Spirit many times and this was my worst experience I've had.

Late taking off. ATC sent us circling around Chicago for almost an hour, after landing taxied for 40 minutes.

We had too many delays for the crew not the plane

The flight was delayed by over an hour. The flight departure time and gate info kept changing several times. Very frustrating boarding experience and inconvenient for families with little children.

Awful!!! Spirit cancelled my flight just 4 hours before departure- with no alternative flights available. I ended up missing a huge family gathering because I wasn’t able to get out. Such An awful experience. And on top of that, all the buckle and dime-ing for bags. I will never book with Spirit EVER

Terrible. They cancelled the flight at the last minute after I had checked in at the airport and then told me they could only put me on a flight after 7 days. Pathetic.

Terrible they canceled the flight very sheepishly and ended up costing me 1200 dollars and kayak and xcover are doing nothing

Spirit cancelled the flight very late last night, I was on the way to the airport when I found out

Flight was canceled and instead of rescheduling at the gate we had to go out to the ticket counter. Unruly kids kicking the back of my rows chair with staff to inattentive to say something.

I stopped flying spirit as much because they are crooks and thieves. It's not like other airlines where you can at least get credits they just take your money.

Good for a budget airline! It was easy to get on, staff was really nice. Can’t say anything about the food or entertainment because it wasn’t available, which is fine.

I am writing to express my disappointment with my recent Frontier Airlines flight. I was charged $99 at the gate because my bag was said to be too large, yet once onboard there was no available overhead bin space, and I was required to place the bag under the seat in front of me anyway. This made the charge feel unnecessary and unfair. Additionally, before the flight even took off, I was asked to move from the seat I paid for into a middle seat so another passenger and her cat could have my seat to themselves. I was not offered compensation or an explanation for being moved from a paid seat. Between the unexpected bag fee and being forced to give up my seat, this experience fell well below acceptable customer service standards. I would appreciate a review of this situation and appropriate compensation.

It was costly and difficult to check in. $85 to take a small suitcase with me, carry on or checked and $75 on the return trip, Plus $25 if I didn't check my self in check in $25, because I couldn't do it on the kiosk. Small very uncomfortable seats, waited on the runway for near an hour each way. It was my worst flight to date.

It was ok. It was expensive to check 2 bags ($75.00 per bag), and then it took a long time to wait for shuttle to take us from one terminal to the terminal where the plane was taking off at LAX. And all of this for a flight where we had to pay for any food or drink that was not water.

It didn’t happen. I booked it and then was told it wasn’t available and then forced to pay far higher prices for a worse option

A 630departure flight Delayed 6hours! They changed my gate, I moved to the new gate. Had our flight on the screen for 12noon departure. I go get above to eat, check screen again and the flight was gone, no notice no announcement, nothing!! They sent my bag on the flight I wasn’t on, got it back to me 3days later. Thank goodness they did refund my money but I will NEVER fly them again.

Due to weather, my flight was delayed, further delayed, then canceled. I eventually got through to a support person who helped me find a different route out of MSP, but to get to DIA, they didn't want to, but eventually did help with the connection ticket purchase. But even this replacement flight was delayed time and time again, and I would have missed my connecting flights and I didn't want to get stuck in a layover city, so after 12 hours at the airport with two young boys who were very tired, we just cancelled our plans and spent the week at home, instead of Nana's.

Plane and crew on board were fine. Everything else was terrible.

The third party booking with cheapflightsfares was awful. Kayak should NOT partner with them. They sold me a bundle including seat selection and carry-on, but did not book the carry-ons with Frontier, so I’m out of pocket for $414 more while I await resolution.

This company socks. It's fraud. They canceled our flight yesterday, and today we were late because of a really long line at the check in bag. At the rebook station, there was ton of people. The workers were all rude. I am gonna make a report to FTC.

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