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Cheapest round-trip
$181
Typical prices: $208-$416
Frontier
Thu 1/11Sat 1/13
LAS - MSY • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$181
Typical prices: $193-$369
Frontier, Breeze Airways
Tue 11/20Sat 11/24
LAS - MSY • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Southwest, Breeze Airways and Frontier. Average duration is 3h 25m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 85% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 44% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 19% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $270 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 57m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Las Vegas to New Orleans (LAS-MSY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Las Vegas to New Orleans

Mon, Jan 11 - Wed, Jan 13
Frontier Logo
2:17 pm - 7:38 pmLAS  Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
3h 21mnonstop
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6:40 pm - 11:22 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
30h 42m1 stop Orlando
$181Frontier
Fri, Nov 20 - Tue, Nov 24
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:51 pm - 7:15 pmLAS  Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
3h 24mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:30 pm - 10:43 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
4h 13mnonstop
$181Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 19 - Mon, Feb 22
Breeze Airways Logo
11:30 pm - 5:10 amLAS  Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
3h 40mnonstop
Breeze Airways Logo
8:15 pm - 10:28 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
4h 13mnonstop
$182Breeze Airways
Thu, Feb 18 - Mon, Feb 22
Breeze Airways Logo
11:30 pm - 5:10 amLAS  Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
3h 40mnonstop
Breeze Airways Logo
8:15 pm - 10:28 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
4h 13mnonstop
$182Breeze Airways
Wed, Feb 17 - Fri, Feb 19
Frontier Logo
1:30 pm - 6:51 pmLAS  Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
3h 21mnonstop
Frontier Logo
7:46 pm - 9:45 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
3h 59mnonstop
$183Frontier
Thu, Dec 24 - Sun, Jan 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:25 pm - 5:00 amLAS  Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
3h 35mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:28 am - 11:48 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
15h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$188Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 16
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:11 pmLAS  Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
11h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:22 am - 2:29 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
11h 07m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$194American Airlines
Sat, Feb 20 - Mon, Mar 1
Southwest Logo
12:50 pm - 9:35 pmLAS  Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 45m1 stop Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
6:30 am - 10:25 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
5h 55m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$215Southwest
Thu, Dec 24 - Mon, Jan 4
Southwest Logo
5:30 am - 1:40 pmLAS  Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 10m1 stop Houston Hobby
Southwest Logo
4:35 pm - 8:00 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
5h 25m1 stop Dallas Love Field
$215Southwest
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14
American Airlines Logo
11:59 pm - 9:54 amLAS  Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:28 pm - 10:13 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
5h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$215American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Las Vegas to New Orleans flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Las Vegas to New Orleans?

Round-trip flights from Las Vegas to New Orleans typically range from $208 to $416. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $181, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Las Vegas to New Orleans?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Las Vegas to New Orleans. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Las Vegas to New Orleans?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Las Vegas to New Orleans at $233 round-trip.
•September ($385) and December ($384) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 65% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Las Vegas to New Orleans the cheapest?

Flights from Las Vegas to New Orleans are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 44% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Las Vegas to New Orleans

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Southwest

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on MSY

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.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on LAS

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Key details for Las Vegas to New Orleans flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$54
Beat the crowds with an average 27% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 51% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Las Vegas to New Orleans

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Your Las Vegas to New Orleans flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Las Vegas to New Orleans?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Las Vegas to New Orleans:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:50 am and lands at 10:15 am
    • Latest: departs at 11:59 pm and lands at 3:24 am.

    The flight takes about 3h 25m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Las Vegas to New Orleans?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Las Vegas to New Orleans:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Las Vegas to New Orleans?

    A nonstop flight from Las Vegas to New Orleans takes 3h 25m, covering 1,496 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Las Vegas 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 Las Vegas to New Orleans flight?

    Round-trip flights from Las Vegas to New Orleans range from $208 to $416, with an average of $288 over the past 12 months. Anything below $208 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Las Vegas to New Orleans flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 30% above the $288 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Las Vegas to New Orleans?

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $261 round-trip and layover options via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) at $270.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Las Vegas to New Orleans?

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

    • Frontier: 85% on time
    • Breeze Airways: 78% on time
    • Southwest: 77% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are punctual 77% of the time on average.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Las Vegas to New Orleans?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $37–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Las Vegas to New Orleans?

    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.

  • How are flight departures from Las Vegas to New Orleans spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Las Vegas to New Orleans flights, with 25% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, evening flights for 25%, and night flights for 25%.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Las Vegas to New Orleans flights?

    JetBlue is the only airline on the Las Vegas to New Orleans route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Las Vegas to New Orleans looking right now?

    One-way fares from Las Vegas to New Orleans are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $93, which is 56% below 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 averaging $62 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Priceless
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Las Vegas to New Orleans?

    Flights from Las Vegas to New Orleans usually depart from Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Las Vegas to New Orleans?

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

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Las Vegas to New Orleans?

    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 Las Vegas to New Orleans route, 23% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 19m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Las Vegas to New Orleans pass through?

    One-stop flights from Las Vegas to New Orleans most commonly connect through:

    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 12% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Las Vegas to New Orleans?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from Las Vegas to New Orleans. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $265 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $318, a difference of $53.

    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 airlines fly from Las Vegas to New Orleans?

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

    • Southwest
    • Breeze Airways
    • Frontier

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Las Vegas to New Orleans?

    Flying via Houston Hobby (HOU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 57m, compared with 5h 35m via Dallas Love Field (DAL) and 5h 41m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

  • What is the time difference between Las Vegas and New Orleans?

    New Orleans is 2 hours ahead of Las Vegas (Central Time vs Pacific 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 New Orleans Morial Convention Center, Caesars Superdome and Canal Street. These are among the most viewed places in New Orleans on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Las Vegas to New Orleans flights?

    Among airlines operating Las Vegas to New Orleans flights:

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

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Las Vegas to New Orleans flights?

    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
    • Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

  • How do I get to the city center from MSY Airport?

    If you do not have access to a vehicle, using the bus, which takes 34min and costs $2, is the most convenient method to go from New Orleans Airport (MSY) to Mid-City New Orleans.

  • Are there rental car companies inside MSY Airport?

    The MSY Rental Car Lot Shuttle provides a connection to the MSY Rental Car Center for your convenience. The rental vehicle shuttle stops just in front of the Long Term Parking Garage for your convenience. Leave the terminal through the Level 1 Baggage Claim exit, and then go in the direction of the Long Term Parking Garage, which is located right next to the terminal.

  • Can you stay at the Las Vegas Airport overnight?

    Couches may be found on the landside of Terminal 1 near the sound-free slot machines, on the airside of Terminal 1 at the D gates behind Starbucks, and the landside of Terminal 3 near the steps leading to the baggage claim area or between Gate E9.

  • Are there parking services at LAS Airport?

    At McCarran International Airport, long-term parking is offered in a total of five different lots and garages, including the Daily Parking Garage, the Economy Parking Lots, and Valet Parking. A little distance to the east of the Terminal 3 Parking Garage is where you'll find the Terminal 3 Parking Garage. The Oversize Parking space for Terminal 3 can be found in the Terminal 3 Economy Garage.

Your guide to booking Las Vegas 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $265, about $53 less than Tuesday fares (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 44% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Las Vegas to New Orleans trip for August. Fares historically average $233 round-trip in that month - typically $152 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Frontier. Over the past three months, 85% of Frontier flights from Las Vegas to New Orleans arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 77%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 19m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • At the Las Vegas McCarran International Airport (LAS), there are a number of locations, including Terminal 1 and Terminal 3, that provide access to two different lounges for passengers. Both provide facilities of the highest caliber together with regionally sourced food.
  • Nursing moms who are transiting through McCarran International Airport have access to a room that is both personal and private thanks to the nursing suites. They are fitted with SmartLocks that support Bluetooth, and users may unlock them using the Mamava Locator app on their mobile device.
  • There are facilities for pets to relieve themselves both within and outside of the terminals at McCarran International Airport (LAS). When passengers are traveling with pets or service animals, the airport provides post-security covered interior spaces as well as outside designated enclosures where passengers may take their animals to relieve themselves.
  • You may access the Whitney Bank, which is situated above the Concourse C Checkpoint in the Parabola Lobby at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY). If you need to withdraw money, you can use Whitney Bank. The following financial services are available: cash advances on credit cards, traveler's checks, money orders, currency exchange, and automated teller machines (ATMs).
  • When you book your ticket, you may request wheelchair assistance using the online booking engine or website of your airline. When you arrive at MSY Airport, you will be able to access these services. This is the most effective method for ensuring that support will be accessible at the appropriate moment. You may also request a wheelchair at the ticket desk from your airline or through the gate agents.

Prefer to fly direct from Las Vegas to New Orleans?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Monday

Breeze Airways,Frontier,Southwest

Breeze Airways,Frontier, +1 more

Tuesday

Breeze Airways,Southwest

Breeze Airways,Southwest

Wednesday

Breeze Airways,Frontier,Southwest

Breeze Airways,Frontier, +1 more

Thursday

Breeze Airways,Southwest

Breeze Airways,Southwest

Friday

Breeze Airways,Frontier,Southwest

Breeze Airways,Frontier, +1 more

Saturday

Breeze Airways,Southwest

Breeze Airways,Southwest

Sunday

Breeze Airways,Southwest

Breeze Airways,Southwest

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Direct returns

New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Monday

Breeze Airways,Frontier,Southwest

Breeze Airways,Frontier, +1 more

Tuesday

Breeze Airways,Southwest

Breeze Airways,Southwest

Wednesday

Breeze Airways,Frontier,Southwest

Breeze Airways,Frontier, +1 more

Thursday

Breeze Airways,Southwest

Breeze Airways,Southwest

Friday

Breeze Airways,Frontier,Southwest

Breeze Airways,Frontier, +1 more

Saturday

Breeze Airways,Southwest

Breeze Airways,Southwest

Sunday

Breeze Airways,Southwest

Breeze Airways,Southwest

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