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Cheapest round-trip
$636
Typical prices: $558-$752
Southwest
Mon 10/22Fri 10/26
LIH - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$271
Typical prices: $272-$436
Southwest
Sun 2/11
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)
Los Angeles (LAX)
Shortest trip • 12h 55m (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

Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
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8:30 pm - 5:20 pmLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
15h 50m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:25 am - 12:35 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
11h 10m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$636Southwest
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
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8:30 pm - 5:20 pmLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
15h 50m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:00 am - 6:10 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
17h 10m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Honolulu
$642Southwest
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
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8:30 pm - 2:35 pmLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
13h 05m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Austin Bergstrom
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6:00 am - 9:35 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
20h 35m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Honolulu
$647Southwest
Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 21
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8:45 pm - 12:10 pmLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
10h 25m1 stop Los Angeles
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5:15 am - 5:39 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
17h 24m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles
$653Delta
Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 21
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8:45 pm - 12:10 pmLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
10h 25m1 stop Los Angeles
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8:04 am - 5:39 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
14h 35m1 stop Los Angeles
$676Delta
Mon, Sep 14 - Fri, Sep 18
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8:25 pm - 5:55 pmLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
16h 30m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:25 am - 12:35 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
11h 10m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$690Southwest
Mon, Sep 14 - Fri, Sep 18
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7:10 pm - 2:15 pmLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
14h 05m2 stops Honolulu San Diego
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6:25 am - 12:35 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
11h 10m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$696Southwest
Mon, Sep 14 - Fri, Sep 18
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8:25 pm - 2:30 pmLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
13h 05m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
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6:25 am - 4:10 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
14h 45m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Oakland
$701Southwest
Tue, Jan 26 - Thu, Jan 28
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8:30 pm - 1:36 pmLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
13h 06m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:00 am - 5:08 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
13h 08m1 stop Denver Intl
$722United Airlines
Tue, Jan 26 - Thu, Jan 28
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8:30 pm - 4:05 pmLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
15h 35m2 stops Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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8:00 am - 5:08 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
13h 08m1 stop Denver Intl
$728United 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 start at $636. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $558 to $752. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $636 on Southwest.

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Key details for Lihue to New Orleans flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$271
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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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).

  • 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.

  • 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) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 11% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 33% on the Lihue to New Orleans route. 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.

  • What popular places can I visit in New Orleans?

    Some of the most popular sights in New Orleans are Bourbon Street, New Orleans Morial Convention Center and Caesars Superdome. These are among the most viewed places in New Orleans on KAYAK.

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

    A nonstop flight from Lihue to New Orleans takes 0h 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.

  • 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 showed a wide range, from about $636 to $4,769. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x 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 higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $565, which is 58% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 12h 33m, compared with 12h 55m via Los Angeles (LAX) and 16h 24m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

  • 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 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

  • 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.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $533 - about $257 less than Sunday (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).

Everything you need to know for your flight from Lihue to New Orleans

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Lihue (LIH)
New Orleans (MSY)