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$51 Find Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Austin

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from New Orleans to Austin, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$110
Overall average: $249
Frontier
Sat 2/14Wed 2/18
MSY - AUS • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$147
Typical prices: $269-$409
Southwest
Fri 1/16Mon 1/19
MSY - AUS • Non-stop
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Southwest's two free checked bags suit extra luggage.
For a smooth departure, pre-book parking at MSY.
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Spirit Airlines
Cheapest • from $142 (round-trip)
Southwest
Best reviews • 7.9 score
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When to book
3 weeks
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Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Austin (MSY-AUS)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from New Orleans to Austin that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New Orleans to Austin

Sat, Feb 14 - Wed, Feb 18
Frontier Logo
3:13 pm - 12:16 am
MSY
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AUS
9h 03m1 stop
Frontier Logo
2:50 pm - 4:13 pm
AUS
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MSY
1h 23mnonstop
$110Frontier
Sat, Jan 17 - Tue, Jan 20
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6:05 am - 9:35 pm
MSY
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AUS
15h 30m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
7:25 am - 9:29 pm
AUS
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MSY
14h 04m1 stop
$112Spirit Airlines
Sat, Jan 10 - Tue, Jan 13
Spirit Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 9:35 pm
MSY
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AUS
15h 30m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
7:25 am - 9:29 pm
AUS
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MSY
14h 04m1 stop
$118Spirit Airlines
Thu, Jan 15 - Thu, Jan 22
Spirit Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 9:35 pm
MSY
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AUS
15h 30m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
7:25 am - 9:29 pm
AUS
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MSY
14h 04m1 stop
$122Spirit Airlines
Tue, Jan 27 - Sat, Feb 7
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6:05 am - 9:35 pm
MSY
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AUS
15h 30m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
11:30 am - 9:29 pm
AUS
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MSY
9h 59m1 stop
$125Spirit Airlines
Wed, Jan 14 - Thu, Jan 15
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6:05 am - 9:35 pm
MSY
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AUS
15h 30m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
11:30 am - 9:29 pm
AUS
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MSY
9h 59m1 stop
$126Spirit Airlines
Fri, Jan 9 - Mon, Jan 12
Spirit Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 9:35 pm
MSY
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AUS
15h 30m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
11:30 am - 9:29 pm
AUS
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MSY
9h 59m1 stop
$127Spirit Airlines
Sun, Feb 1 - Mon, Feb 2
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6:05 am - 9:35 pm
MSY
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AUS
15h 30m1 stop
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11:30 am - 9:29 pm
AUS
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MSY
9h 59m1 stop
$132Spirit Airlines
Fri, Jan 16 - Thu, Jan 22
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8:36 pm - 4:04 pm
MSY
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AUS
19h 28m1 stop
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7:25 am - 9:29 pm
AUS
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MSY
14h 04m1 stop
$133Spirit Airlines
Thu, Jan 15 - Sun, Jan 18
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7:42 pm - 10:34 am
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AUS
14h 52m1 stop
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11:30 am - 8:21 am
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20h 51m1 stop
$134Spirit Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for New Orleans to Austin flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from New Orleans to Austin to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Orleans to Austin?

The average price of all round-trip flights from New Orleans to Austin clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Austin on a Wednesday and more expensive on a Sunday. On your return trip to New Orleans, you should consider flying back on a Wednesday, and avoid Thursdays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to Austin?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from New Orleans to Austin, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from New Orleans to Austin is May, where tickets cost $157 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $299 and $281 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from New Orleans to Austin?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $237, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New Orleans to Austin?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from New Orleans to Austin, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from New Orleans to Austin, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 60% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 10 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from New Orleans to Austin

 
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KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
American Airlines

Consider Basic Economy for short flights if traveling light with carry-ons only.


Main Cabin Extra offers early boarding and complimentary drinks, ideal for quick trips.

Southwest

Southwest offers free carry-on and personal item, but checked bags now incur fees.


Southwest's cancellation policy allows changes up to 10 minutes before departure for travel credit or refund.

Airports
MSY

For a smooth departure, MSY offers pre-booked parking options online, ensuring a dedicated spot and easy payment in advance.

AUS

Upon arrival at AUS, the CapMetro Bus Route 20 offers an affordable 35-minute ride to downtown Austin, departing every 15 minutes.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$51
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 45% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 5% increase in price.
Flight from New Orleans to Austin

When to book flights from New Orleans to Austin

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New Orleans to Austin based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from New Orleans to Austin

  • What type of public transportation options are available to get me from the Austin Bergstrom Airport (AUS) to Austin?

    One of the best options for getting from the airport to the downtown area quickly is to travel aboard the Capital Metro bus route 20, which makes this trip in roughly 25 minutes.

  • If I plan on renting a car at the Austin Bergstrom Airport, where should I proceed after my flight?

    There are several major rental car companies that operate at this airport, and all of them have locations in the rental car facility that is just across the parking lot from the main terminal building. There is a shuttle service that will pick you up at the terminal building curbside and take you to the rental car center.

  • If I would like to stay at a hotel that is right on the airport property in Austin, are there any good choices?

    There are a couple of hotels that have a location right at the airport, and they include the Hyatt Place Austin Airport and the Hilton Austin Airport.

  • If I want to pick up a car from ride services like Uber or Lyft when I arrive at the airport in Austin, where should I proceed to meet my car?

    All rideshare car services, such as Uber and Lyft pick up passengers at the consolidated rental car facility right across the terminal building next to the red parking garage. If you prefer not to walk to this area, you can take the shuttle buses from curbside at the terminal building to the rental center.

  • What is the cheapest flight from New Orleans to Austin?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from New Orleans to Austin was $51 for a one-way ticket and $110 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between New Orleans and Austin?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from New Orleans to Austin. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from New Orleans to Austin?

    New Orleans and Austin are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave New Orleans from New Orleans Louis Armstrong and will be arriving at Austin Bergstrom.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from New Orleans to Austin?

    Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the New Orleans to Austin flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New Orleans to Austin?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the New Orleans to Austin flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from New Orleans to Austin?

    Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between New Orleans and Austin, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from New Orleans to Austin?

    There are nonstop flights from New Orleans to Austin on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from New Orleans to Austin, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from New Orleans to Austin are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $226 and an overall rating of 7.9, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $157 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New Orleans to Austin?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from New Orleans to Austin.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New Orleans to Austin?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Austin from New Orleans is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from New Orleans to Austin?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Austin with an airline and back to New Orleans with another airline. Booking your flights between New Orleans and AUS can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New Orleans to Austin?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Austin from New Orleans up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from New Orleans to Austin

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $168 or less one-way and $277 or less round-trip.
  • A very convenient way to travel from downtown New Orleans to the New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) without driving your own car is to take the line 202 bus aboard New Orleans RTA, which can have you from the downtown area to the airport in around 32 minutes.
  • For travelers driving their own car to the airport in New Orleans wondering what parking options are available, there are both short and long-term lots and garages right at the terminal buildings. The airport offers an offsite economy garage that has a much lower daily rate for parking and has 24h shuttle service between the lot and the terminal buildings at the airport.
  • If you are flying out of the airport in New Orleans and you want to find a comfortable place to wait for your flight to Austin, try out one of The Club MSY lounges that offer very comfortable seating, choices for entertainment, plus plenty of food and beverage.
  • If you're traveling with a pet or a service animal from the airport in New Orleans, you'll find a pet relief area right past the security checkpoint inside the terminal building. There is also an outdoor area on level one right between the short-term parking garage and the terminal building.
  • Nursing mothers are going to love the fact that the New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport offers a nursing room that features comfortable seating, a changing table, as well as electrical outlets. There is a mother's room in each concourse of the airport right past the security checkpoints.

Prefer to fly direct from New Orleans to Austin?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Austin Bergstrom.
Find which airlines fly direct from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Austin Bergstrom Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Austin Bergstrom

Monday

Delta, Southwest, Frontier

Delta, Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

Delta, Southwest

Delta, Southwest

Wednesday

Delta, Southwest, Frontier

Delta, Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

Delta, Southwest

Delta, Southwest

Friday

Delta, Southwest, Frontier

Delta, Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

Delta, Southwest

Delta, Southwest

Sunday

Delta, Southwest

Delta, Southwest

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Direct returns

Austin Bergstrom to New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Monday

Delta, Southwest, Frontier

Delta, Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

Delta, Southwest

Delta, Southwest

Wednesday

Delta, Southwest, Frontier

Delta, Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

Delta, Southwest

Delta, Southwest

Friday

Delta, Southwest, Frontier

Delta, Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

Delta, Southwest

Delta, Southwest

Sunday

Delta, Southwest

Delta, Southwest

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from New Orleans to Austin

 
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7.9
SouthwestOverall score based on 4249 reviews
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
7.0Food
8.6Crew
7.5Entertainment
Airline reviews

No delays and arrived to destination 30 min early. Staff was super friendly.

10.0 ExcellentIlevba, Nov 2025
DCA - DAL
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No delays and arrived to destination 30 min early. Staff was super friendly.

Everything a cheap airline should be at normal airline rates.

Full cans of soda would be nice. A choice between two snacks would be appreciated.

Tried watching free movie and it kept freezing so I couldn’t finish.

I was re-booked onto another flight because my original flight was delayed and I would have missed my connector. I ended up in the “C” group after paying extra to be in the “A “ group on the original flight. At least if you’re going to re-book people, re-book them into the same group.

Excellent. Would encourage Southwest to keep current boarding procedures with free style seating. Makes for a fantastic experience

Was good. I miss the free 2 checked bags. That was part of what made Southwest special

After being assaulted by a flight attendant I was then brushed off as oh well because he long braids didn’t mean to whip me in the eye. I have filed complaints and will see. But like any other issue I’ve had with kayak involved it’s been trash. Last time I’ll be using your app

After a 3 hour layover in Denver my flight was delayed over 5 hours! No explanation; no assistance; no offer to provide compensation; no one at Southwest was willing to offer any assistance. 8 hours in the Denver airport - ridiculous!

Boarding was a little late, but made up for it. It was quick to taxi to the runway, since it's a smallish airport.

I noticed that the planes seem to be outdated. There was no entertainment per se. Also, the waiting area did not have any working electrical outlets

Original flight was cancelled and when i was rebooked by the airline, they couldn't seat me in the same type of seat as I had originally booked (went from window/aisle to middle/middle and one was a bulkhead seat, and other wasn't in the same class)

Lady Pilot was perfect in every way wheels up to wheels down communication, professionalism, excellent on time departure and on time arrival, excellent communication! Fantastic job with Superb attitude!!

The food is terrible. The staff is wonderful. Comfort is good.

Left on time, a bit delayed due to headwinds most of the trip.

I fly Delta all the time, have Platinum Medallion status. But this route seems to have major problems with delays and seems to never leave on time! Have only taken it twice in the last two weeks, and each time it had delays of more than 1 hour... very disappointed!!!!

Good seats in Main cabin, excellent service and excellent landing

My flight was cancelled with no explanation after I had already cleared security. I was given 4 options to rebook, only one being non-stop like I had paid for. I grabbed it. It was 4 plus hours later and then took off even later. Biggest complaint is that I booked early and had an aisle seat. They gave me a "window" seat in front of the exit row, so the seat did not decline. I weigh all of 103 #s and it was tight for me! For what I paid, I feel I was kind of ripped off. I think they should have given me the empty comfort seat for the inconvenience. There was no apology nor any explanation as to why the flight was cancelled. My guess is it benefitted Delta in some way.

Very smooth, on-time, and pleasantly uneventful flight. The team at the gate and on board were professional and genuinely courteous. The pilot kept us well updated throughout, and both takeoff and landing were steady and enjoyable without any drama. Just a good, solid flight. Thank you! 💗

Staff was exceptional! Everyone was kind, professional and friendly making the trip very pleasant. Thank you!

Ot was overall fine. Left on time and had basic snacks. Weather was finicky but that’s not the airlines fault.

Even though we were delayed, we were able to make our connection

Crew and customer service were excellent. This flight also had plenty of leg room and seat mounted screens for entertainment. A very pleasant flight all around!

I was in first class. The outlets at my seat did not work. The plane was shabby and run down. I had prepurchsed a day subscription for internet that was not redeemable. I had to repurchase the internet for my flight and then it didn’t work anyway. Quite disappointed in what was supposed to be the launch of a great vacation.

Flight was good and crew was super polite. However, there were around 5 kids screaming the WHOLE 2 hours. I understand kids have to come but parents need to do something to control their children. They make the experience terrible, especially after finishing 16 hour shifts at the hospital I needed some sleep, which I did not get.

Armrest controller on my seat 35D and nextbooennseat 35E did not work right. Hard to press buttons to recognize and 35D had constantnpressure either upmost down somit was nearly impossible to make selections. .

I flew with my dog and had already purchased my dog’s ticket. Even that morning I had called costumer service to insure that my husband and I had seats together since the website was giving me an error when choosing our seats and the representative mentioned our dog. I showed up early to the airport and when I got to the gate and we started boarding I was help back and told that I was supposed to have a yellow tag and that I should have checked in at the counter for them to give me that tag. I was not aware of this, the representative on the phone did not say anything. Nor did I see it anywhere in the checking process online, so if you travel with a pet and are not checking in luggage, just know that you still have to go to the check in counter when arriving at the airport unless you want to be the last one to board and not have room for your carry on in the overhead bins. Other than that, I had a great experience.

This flight was perfect. No complaints and only the highest regard for the crew and ground staff and how they executed perfectly. I fly a lot with United and would request predictability and transparency in their operations instead of last minute changes.

This is for UA2274 from Houston to Sacramento. The flight was delayed arriving due to mechanical issues so we left about 3 hours later than scheduled. When boarding the plane the temperature inside was excessive - likely close to 100. Pilot apologized and said it was going to improve at altitude, which it did. But before that I honestly thought there might have been more delays removing passengers made ill from the heat. We were delayed leaving due to another mechanical issue. There was not water on the plane due to a panel that was not secured. They did that quickly, but the combination of mechanical issues was rather disturbing and did not reflect well on United.

United sent me a mileage plus number last year but that number is invalid so I can’t use it to check into flights or collect mileage. There is human to speak about the problem, only computers who keep asking me if I am using the correct email. It’s so frustrating and I cannot resolve it.

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Other airlines flying from New Orleans to Austin

Flights from the other most popular airlines that fly from New Orleans to Austin according to KAYAK users. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability are not guaranteed.