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Cheapest round-trip
$701
Typical prices: $558-$752
American Airlines
Tue 11/20Thu 11/29
LIH - MSY • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$304
Typical prices: $274-$436
United Airlines
Thu 3/8
LIH - MSY • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Lihue and New Orleans. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 33% price drop
March
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $661 (round-trip)
San Francisco (SFO)
Shortest trip • 11h 18m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Lihue to New Orleans (LIH-MSY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Lihue to New Orleans

Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 29
American Airlines Logo
2:53 pm - 10:05 amLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
15h 12m2 stops Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:16 pm - 5:03 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
26h 47m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$701American Airlines
Wed, Dec 30 - Sun, Jan 3
United Airlines Logo
3:36 pm - 6:16 amLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
10h 40m1 stop San Francisco
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9:35 am - 9:18 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
15h 43m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles
$766United Airlines
Tue, Jan 26 - Thu, Jan 28
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8:30 pm - 1:47 pmLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
13h 17m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:00 am - 5:04 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
14h 04m1 stop Denver Intl
$778United Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 29
American Airlines Logo
2:53 pm - 10:05 amLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
15h 12m2 stops Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:39 am - 5:03 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
15h 24m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$779American Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 29
American Airlines Logo
2:53 pm - 10:05 amLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
15h 12m2 stops Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:39 am - 5:03 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
15h 24m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$781American Airlines
Tue, Jan 26 - Thu, Jan 28
United Airlines Logo
1:55 pm - 11:04 amLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
17h 09m2 stops San Francisco Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 5:04 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
14h 04m1 stop Denver Intl
$784United Airlines
Wed, Dec 30 - Sun, Jan 3
American Airlines Logo
9:19 pm - 3:04 pmLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
13h 45m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:48 am - 6:42 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
14h 54m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$907American Airlines
Wed, Dec 30 - Sun, Jan 3
American Airlines Logo
9:19 pm - 3:04 pmLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
13h 45m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:40 am - 6:42 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
17h 02m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$928American Airlines
Wed, Dec 30 - Sun, Jan 3
American Airlines Logo
9:19 pm - 3:04 pmLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
13h 45m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
9:20 am - 6:42 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
13h 22m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$948American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Lihue to New Orleans flights

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

Round-trip flights from Lihue to New Orleans typically range from $558 to $752. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $701, on American Airlines.

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Key details for Lihue to New Orleans flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$304
Beat the crowds with an average 83% drop in travelers.
One-way flight from Lihue to New Orleans

When to book flights from Lihue to New Orleans

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Lihue 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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Your Lihue to New Orleans flight questions, answered

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

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Lihue to New Orleans.

  • How long is a flight from Lihue to New Orleans?

    A nonstop flight from Lihue to New Orleans takes 00m, covering 4,262 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Lihue to New Orleans range from $558 to $752, with an average of $624 over the past 12 months. Anything below $558 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Lihue to New Orleans changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $701 to $1,313. That means the highest observed fare was about 87% higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Lihue to New Orleans are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $338, which is 5% 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 starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Priceless
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

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

    Flights from Lihue to New Orleans usually depart from Lihue (LIH) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 67% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 11% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 33% on flights from Lihue to New Orleans. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $533 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $790, a difference of $257.

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

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

    Flying via San Francisco (SFO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 11h 18m, compared with 12h 33m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 12h 34m via Los Angeles (LAX).

  • What is the time difference between Lihue and New Orleans?

    New Orleans is 5 hours ahead of Lihue (Central Time vs Hawaii-Aleutian 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.

Your guide to booking Lihue 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $533, about $257 less than Sunday fares (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Lihue to New Orleans trip for January. Fares historically average $415 round-trip in that month - typically $337 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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