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Cheapest round-trip
$224
Typical prices: $327-$477
Frontier
Mon 10/1Sun 10/7
MSY - ELP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$117
Typical prices: $184-$411
Frontier
Fri 10/5
MSY - ELP • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between New Orleans and El Paso. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 34% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Houston Hobby (HOU)
Cheapest • Avg $370 (round-trip)
Dallas Love Field (DAL)
Shortest trip • 4h 34m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New Orleans to El Paso (MSY-ELP)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New Orleans to El Paso

Thu, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 7
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10:48 am - 6:37 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
8h 49m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:35 pm - 9:42 amELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
13h 07m1 stop Denver Intl
$224Frontier
Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18
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10:37 am - 6:41 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
9h 04m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:14 pm - 9:42 amELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
13h 28m1 stop Denver Intl
$241Frontier
Mon, Oct 5 - Tue, Oct 13
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7:46 pm - 11:28 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
4h 42m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:36 pm - 11:27 pmELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 51m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$255American Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18
Frontier Logo
10:37 am - 6:41 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
9h 04m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:14 pm - 4:30 pmELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
20h 16m2 stops Denver Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$255Frontier
Thu, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 7
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8:03 pm - 6:37 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
23h 34m2 stops Orlando Denver Intl
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7:35 pm - 9:42 amELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
13h 07m1 stop Denver Intl
$282Frontier
Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8
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10:45 am - 6:21 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
8h 36m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:16 pm - 9:50 amELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
13h 34m1 stop Denver Intl
$296Frontier
Thu, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 7
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10:48 am - 6:37 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
8h 49m1 stop Denver Intl
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9:18 pm - 11:32 amELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
13h 14m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$299Frontier
Mon, Oct 5 - Fri, Oct 9
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9:00 pm - 8:23 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
24h 23m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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8:19 pm - 5:00 amELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 41m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$318Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 11 - Sat, Oct 17
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5:20 am - 9:00 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
4h 40m1 stop Houston Hobby
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11:10 am - 9:30 pmELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 20m1 stop Los Angeles
$399Southwest
Thu, Dec 31 - Mon, Jan 4
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6:00 am - 10:40 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-ELP El Paso
5h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:45 am - 1:05 pmELP  El Paso-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 20m2 stops San Antonio Dallas Love Field
$399Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for New Orleans to El Paso flights

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

Round-trip flights from New Orleans to El Paso start at $224. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $327 to $477. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $224 on Frontier.

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Key details for New Orleans to El Paso flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$117
Most popular time to fly with an average 8% increase in price.
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When to book flights from New Orleans to El Paso

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New Orleans to El Paso based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your New Orleans to El Paso 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 New Orleans to El Paso?

    Flights from New Orleans to El Paso usually depart from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) and arrive at El Paso (ELP).

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

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

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

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

    • Dallas Love Field (DAL) - 36% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 36% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Houston Hobby (HOU) - 7% of one-stop connections

    Dallas Love Field (DAL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 56% on the New Orleans to El Paso route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $336 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $747, a difference of $411. 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 long is a flight from New Orleans to El Paso?

    A nonstop flight from New Orleans to El Paso takes 0h 00m, covering 962 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from New Orleans to El Paso?

    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 New Orleans to El Paso 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 $224 to $1,778. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from New Orleans to El Paso are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $127, which is 48% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Houston Hobby (HOU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 57m, compared with 4h 34m via Dallas Love Field (DAL) and 4h 39m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between New Orleans and El Paso?

    El Paso is 1 hour behind New Orleans (Mountain Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at El Paso Airport (ELP)?

    El Paso Airport (ELP) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $28 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Budget

  • How much should I expect to pay for a New Orleans to El Paso flight?

    Round-trip flights from New Orleans to El Paso range from $327 to $477, with an average of $375 over the past 12 months. Anything below $327 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking New Orleans to El Paso 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 Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $336 - about $411 less than Tuesday (55% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New Orleans to El Paso trip for November. Fares historically average $246 round-trip in that month - typically $334 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to El Paso Airport.
    - Radisson Hotel El Paso Airport
    - Wyndham El Paso Airport Hotel and Water Park
    - Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham El Paso

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