Which airports can I use when flying from Lake Charles to New Orleans?

Flights from Lake Charles to New Orleans usually depart from Lake Charles (LCH) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

Which airports do connecting flights from Lake Charles to New Orleans pass through?

Most connecting flights from Lake Charles to New Orleans pass through Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Lake Charles to New Orleans?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Lake Charles to New Orleans. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $575 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $793, a difference of $218. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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.

Do I need a passport to fly from Lake Charles 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.

Have flight prices from Lake Charles 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 $597 to $1,414. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

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 airline is the cheapest to fly from Lake Charles to New Orleans?

United Airlines ($597) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Lake Charles to New Orleans in the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Lake Charles to New Orleans?

Flights via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $757. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Lake Charles to New Orleans which airport offers the shortest layover?

Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) had the shortest average connection time for Lake Charles to New Orleans layovers at 6h 07m over the past 3 months.

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Sat, Jan 23 - Wed, Jan 27

7:30 am - 5:53 pmLCH Lake Charles-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

10h 23m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

2:12 pm - 1:52 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LCH Lake Charles

23h 40m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$597United Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Sat, Oct 10

12:15 pm - 10:59 pmLCH Lake Charles-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

10h 44m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

12:16 pm - 9:06 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LCH Lake Charles

8h 50m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

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Mon, Oct 5 - Fri, Oct 9

12:15 pm - 8:36 amLCH Lake Charles-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

20h 21m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

7:12 pm - 9:06 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LCH Lake Charles

25h 54m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$791United Airlines

Wed, Oct 7 - Sun, Oct 11

4:07 pm - 9:37 pmLCH Lake Charles-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

5h 30m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

9:40 am - 3:25 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LCH Lake Charles

5h 45m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$887United Airlines

Wed, Oct 7 - Sun, Oct 11

12:15 pm - 8:08 pmLCH Lake Charles-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

7h 53m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

7:00 am - 10:43 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LCH Lake Charles

27h 43m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,096United Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Sat, Oct 10

12:15 pm - 10:45 pmLCH Lake Charles-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

10h 30m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

12:16 pm - 9:06 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LCH Lake Charles

8h 50m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,414United Airlines

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Sat, Sep 26 - Mon, Sep 28

7:30 am - 8:38 amLCH Lake Charles-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

25h 08m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

7:00 am - 10:43 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LCH Lake Charles

27h 43m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,264United Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Mon, Sep 28

7:30 am - 8:38 amLCH Lake Charles-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

25h 08m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

11:46 am - 9:06 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LCH Lake Charles

33h 20m3 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,269United Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Sun, Sep 27

7:30 am - 8:38 amLCH Lake Charles-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

25h 08m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

2:16 pm - 9:06 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LCH Lake Charles

6h 50m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,285United Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Sun, Sep 27

6:15 pm - 10:58 pmLCH Lake Charles-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

4h 43m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

3:46 pm - 5:32 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LCH Lake Charles

25h 46m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,294American Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Sun, Sep 27

7:30 am - 8:38 amLCH Lake Charles-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

25h 08m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

2:21 pm - 10:43 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LCH Lake Charles

20h 22m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,342United Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Mon, Sep 28

7:30 am - 8:38 amLCH Lake Charles-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

25h 08m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

2:16 pm - 9:06 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LCH Lake Charles

6h 50m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,345United Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Sun, Sep 27

7:30 am - 8:38 amLCH Lake Charles-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

25h 08m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

5:35 pm - 10:43 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LCH Lake Charles

17h 08m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,412United Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Mon, Sep 28

7:30 am - 9:35 amLCH Lake Charles-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

50h 05m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

11:46 am - 9:06 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LCH Lake Charles

33h 20m3 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,433United Airlines

Wed, Sep 30 - Thu, Oct 1

12:15 pm - 4:13 pmLCH Lake Charles-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

3h 58m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

5:28 pm - 9:06 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LCH Lake Charles

3h 38m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,598United Airlines

Wed, Sep 30 - Thu, Oct 1

4:07 pm - 9:35 amLCH Lake Charles-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

17h 28m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:12 pm - 9:06 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LCH Lake Charles

25h 54m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,730United Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from Lake Charles to New Orleans?

Round-trip flights from Lake Charles to New Orleans typically range from $575 to $793. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $597, on United Airlines.

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When to book flights from Lake Charles to New Orleans

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Do I need a passport to fly from Lake Charles 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.
Have flight prices from Lake Charles 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 $597 to $1,414. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.
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 Lake Charles to New Orleans?
Flights from Lake Charles to New Orleans usually depart from Lake Charles (LCH) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).
Which airports do connecting flights from Lake Charles to New Orleans pass through?
Most connecting flights from Lake Charles to New Orleans pass through Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Lake Charles to New Orleans?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Lake Charles to New Orleans. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $575 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $793, a difference of $218.

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

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $575, about $218 less than Saturday fares (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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