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Cheapest round-trip
$398
Typical prices: $647-$872
United Airlines
Thu 1/11Thu 1/18
MSY - HNL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$205
Typical prices: $333-$473
American Airlines
Fri 1/26
MSY - HNL • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between New Orleans and Honolulu. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
8 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 8 weeks in advance save around 25% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 16% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Cheapest • Avg $634 (round-trip)
Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH)
Shortest trip • 10h 56m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Honolulu (MSY-HNL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New Orleans to Honolulu

Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
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5:30 am - 2:40 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-HNL Honolulu
13h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:00 am - 12:34 amHNL  Honolulu-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
12h 34m1 stop Los Angeles
$404Delta
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
Delta Logo
7:46 am - 9:04 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-HNL Honolulu
17h 18m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles
Delta Logo
8:00 am - 12:34 amHNL  Honolulu-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
12h 34m1 stop Los Angeles
$410Delta
Tue, Jan 12 - Sun, Jan 24
American Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 7:13 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-HNL Honolulu
15h 43m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
10:32 pm - 1:48 pmHNL  Honolulu-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
11h 16m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$458American Airlines
Tue, Jan 12 - Sun, Jan 24
American Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 7:13 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-HNL Honolulu
15h 43m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:30 pm - 10:03 amHNL  Honolulu-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
11h 33m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$458American Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 4:59 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-HNL Honolulu
13h 59m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
8:25 pm - 1:12 pmHNL  Honolulu-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
12h 47m2 stops Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$510United Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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9:05 am - 8:30 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-HNL Honolulu
15h 25m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
8:30 pm - 11:05 amHNL  Honolulu-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
10h 35m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$582United Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17
Southwest Logo
1:05 pm - 9:20 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-HNL Honolulu
12h 15m2 stops Dallas Love Field San Diego
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9:00 pm - 5:00 pmHNL  Honolulu-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
16h 00m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$732Southwest
Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17
Southwest Logo
1:05 pm - 9:20 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-HNL Honolulu
12h 15m2 stops Dallas Love Field San Diego
Southwest Logo
11:15 pm - 4:50 pmHNL  Honolulu-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
13h 35m2 stops San Diego Dallas Love Field
$737Southwest
Mon, Feb 22 - Fri, Mar 19
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:39 am - 3:43 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-HNL Honolulu
14h 04m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
Alaska Airlines Logo
11:59 pm - 5:08 amHNL  Honolulu-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
24h 09m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$783Alaska Airlines
Wed, Mar 17 - Sun, Mar 21
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 4:21 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-HNL Honolulu
14h 21m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:20 pm - 3:57 pmHNL  Honolulu-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
13h 37m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$864Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for New Orleans to Honolulu flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Honolulu typically range from $647 to $872. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $398, on United Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Orleans to Honolulu. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 6% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to Honolulu?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to Honolulu at $626 round-trip.
•June ($866) and July ($839) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 38% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from New Orleans to Honolulu the cheapest?

Flights from New Orleans to Honolulu are cheapest 8 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 25% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for New Orleans to Honolulu flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$205
Beat the crowds with an average 32% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 45% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from New Orleans to Honolulu

When to book flights from New Orleans to Honolulu

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from New Orleans to Honolulu:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from New Orleans to Honolulu takes 00m, covering 4,196 miles.

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

    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 New Orleans to Honolulu flight?

    Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Honolulu range from $647 to $872, with an average of $742 over the past 12 months. Anything below $647 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute New Orleans to Honolulu flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 25% above the $742 route average. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from New Orleans to Honolulu 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 $398 to $3,819. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from New Orleans to Honolulu are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $324, which is 17% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Honolulu Airport (HNL)?

    Honolulu Airport (HNL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $17 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Lucky Owl Car Rental
    • Hertz
    • Sixt

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

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

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

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

    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 12% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from New Orleans to Honolulu. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $696 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $792, a difference of $96.

    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 New Orleans to Honolulu?

    Flying via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 56m, compared with 11h 07m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 11h 23m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

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

    Honolulu is 5 hours behind New Orleans (Hawaii-Aleutian Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Honolulu?

    Some of the most popular sights in Honolulu are Waikiki Beach, Hawaii Convention Center and International Market Place. These are among the most viewed places in Honolulu on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking New Orleans to Honolulu 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 Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $696, about $96 less than Friday fares (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 8 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 25% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New Orleans to Honolulu trip for January. Fares historically average $626 round-trip in that month - typically $240 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Honolulu Airport.

    • Airport Honolulu Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
    • Pacific Marina Inn Airport Hotel
    • Best Western The Plaza Hotel Honolulu Airport

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