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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Los Angeles to New Orleans:

• Earliest: departs at 6:15 am and lands at 9:56 am
• Latest: departs at 11:40 pm and lands at 3:21 am.

The flight takes about 3h 41m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to New Orleans takes 3h 41m, covering 1,666 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans range from $264 to $497, with an average of $368 over the past 12 months. Anything below $264 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 32% above the $368 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $276 round-trip via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), compared to $360 for nonstop.

Delta is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Breeze Airways has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Los Angeles to New Orleans flights are:

• Delta: 86% on time
• Breeze Airways: 84% on time
• Southwest: 78% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 84% of the time on average.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A220-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Breeze Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Los Angeles to New Orleans flights, with 40% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 20%, evening flights for 20%, and night flights for 20%.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to New Orleans flights:

• Delta
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Los Angeles to New Orleans are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $158, which is 32% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Los Angeles to New Orleans route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 18m.

One-stop flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans most commonly connect through:

• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 25% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 21% of one-stop connections
• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 20% of one-stop connections
• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 14% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $330 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $387, a difference of $57.

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

3 airlines operate flights between Los Angeles and New Orleans. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Delta
• Southwest
• Breeze Airways

Flying via Houston Hobby (HOU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 37m, compared with 5h 37m via Dallas Love Field (DAL) and 5h 43m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

New Orleans is 2 hours ahead of Los Angeles (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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.

Among airlines operating Los Angeles to New Orleans flights:

• Breeze Airways: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Southwest: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Breeze Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag and a checked bag in First Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Need your favorite hot beverage to get going in the morning? LAX has a number of coffee shops both pre-security and post-security. This includes Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf in Terminal 1, Starbucks in Terminal 2, Peet’s Coffee in Terminal 3, and Klatch Coffee in Terminal 7.

Also referred to as MSY, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is actually located in Kenner, LA. It is just 11 miles from the downtown area and about half an hour from the French Quarter and Mercedes-Benz Superdome.

If your destination is in another town like Gonzales or Lafayette, LA, you’ll probably need to rent a car. You can do this right at the airport. To get to the rental car center at MSY, simply claim your baggage and exit from the West Terminal. Follow the walkway to the offices of car rental companies like Avis, Budget, Alamo, and Hertz.

For passengers with special needs, MSY offers a variety of services including baggage and wheelchair assistance. Make reservations for a SkyCap with your airline when you are booking your flight. If you failed to do so but still need help, look for an Airport Ambassador when you get into the arrivals hall.

St. Louis Cathedral lies approximately 15.5 miles from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), with various transportation options between the two destinations. The best way to get there is to ride a JP Transit-operated bus which departs from Kenner Terminal Parking Garage and arrives after 1h 2min.

Those arriving late at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) should consider spending a night in one of the many hotels adjacent to this facility. Typically, these facilities provide complimentary shuttles to and from the airport for their clients to catch their flights in time. Hilton New Orleans Airport is one such hotel.

Just landed and looking to recharge your wallet? Several banks and credit unions run their ATMs at MSY. For instance, Whitney Bank is situated above the Concourse C Checkpoint in the Parabola Lobby. Its ATMs sit pre- and post-security.

Although there are no luggage storage lockers at MSY, you can drop extra bags on the lower level between Baggage Claims 5 and 6. Check with the operator on the timelines, size of acceptable bags, and fees.