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Cheapest round-trip
$337
Typical prices: $354-$552
Southwest
Sun 10/7Sun 10/14
LGB - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$169
Typical prices: $238-$449
Southwest
Sun 9/16
LGB - MSY • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Long Beach and New Orleans. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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December
Cheapest • 25% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Austin Bergstrom (AUS)
Cheapest • Avg $435 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 5h 19m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Long Beach to New Orleans (LGB-MSY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Long Beach to New Orleans

Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
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2:35 pm - 11:50 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 15m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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11:55 am - 6:20 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LGB Long Beach Municipal
8h 25m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
$337Southwest
Sat, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 27
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11:40 am - 7:15 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 35m1 stop Houston Hobby
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4:30 pm - 8:00 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LGB Long Beach Municipal
5h 30m1 stop Houston Hobby
$337Southwest
Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 10
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7:55 am - 2:55 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 00m1 stop Dallas Love Field
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6:00 am - 10:20 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LGB Long Beach Municipal
6h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
$337Southwest
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
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7:00 am - 3:50 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 50m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Austin Bergstrom
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1:50 pm - 6:20 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LGB Long Beach Municipal
6h 30m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
$342Southwest
Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 10
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3:55 pm - 11:35 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 40m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:00 am - 11:55 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LGB Long Beach Municipal
7h 55m2 stops Denver Intl Salt Lake City
$342Southwest
Sat, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 27
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7:45 am - 4:50 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 05m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Kansas City
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11:55 am - 6:20 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LGB Long Beach Municipal
8h 25m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
$342Southwest
Sat, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 27
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7:45 am - 4:50 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 05m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Kansas City
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2:30 pm - 8:20 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LGB Long Beach Municipal
7h 50m2 stops Denver Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$347Southwest
Thu, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 3
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2:50 pm - 12:20 amLGB  Long Beach Municipal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 30m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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1:50 pm - 6:40 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LGB Long Beach Municipal
6h 50m1 stop Dallas Love Field
$348Southwest
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 31
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7:00 am - 8:41 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
11h 41m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:35 am - 9:44 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LGB Long Beach Municipal
13h 09m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Salt Lake City
$471Delta
Tue, Oct 20 - Wed, Oct 28
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7:00 am - 8:41 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
11h 41m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:25 am - 4:10 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LGB Long Beach Municipal
11h 45m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Salt Lake City
$471Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Long Beach to New Orleans flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Long Beach to New Orleans start at $337. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $354 to $552. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $337 on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Long Beach to New Orleans?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Long Beach to New Orleans, it is 33% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 28% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Long Beach to New Orleans?

  • December is the cheapest month to fly from Long Beach to New Orleans at $331 round-trip.
  • January ($941) and July ($731) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 184% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Long Beach to New Orleans flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$169
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 16% lower on average.
Flight from Long Beach to New Orleans

When to book flights from Long Beach to New Orleans

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Long Beach 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 Long Beach 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 Long Beach to New Orleans?

    Flights from Long Beach to New Orleans usually depart from Long Beach Municipal (LGB) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Long Beach to New Orleans:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $435 round-trip via Austin Bergstrom (AUS), compared to $509 for nonstop.

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

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

    • Austin Bergstrom (AUS) - 45% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas Love Field (DAL) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Houston Hobby (HOU) - 5% of one-stop connections

    Austin Bergstrom (AUS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Long Beach to New Orleans route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 48%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $297 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $568: a $271 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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 Long Beach to New Orleans?

    A nonstop flight from Long Beach to New Orleans takes 0h 00m, covering 1,651 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Long Beach 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 Long Beach 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 $337 to $2,768. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Long Beach to New Orleans are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $186, which is 36% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 19m, compared with 5h 32m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) and 5h 44m via Dallas Love Field (DAL).

  • What is the time difference between Long Beach and New Orleans?

    New Orleans is 2 hours ahead of Long Beach (Central Time vs Pacific 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 Long Beach to New Orleans flight?

    Round-trip flights from Long Beach to New Orleans range from $354 to $552, with an average of $441 over the past 12 months. Anything below $354 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Long Beach 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 Saturday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $297 - about $271 less than Wednesday (48% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Long Beach to New Orleans trip for December. Fares historically average $331 round-trip in that month - typically $610 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Austin Bergstrom Airport (AUS) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $435 round-trip on this route - about $74 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Everything you need to know for your flight from Long Beach to New Orleans

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Long Beach (LGB)
New Orleans (MSY)