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Cheapest round-trip
$527
Typical prices: $655-$921
American Airlines
Sat 11/3Sat 11/17
MSY - LIH • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$293
Typical prices: $351-$590
Southwest
Sat 3/3
MSY - LIH • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between New Orleans and Lihue. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 40% price drop
June
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $753 (round-trip)
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)
Shortest trip • 11h 31m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Lihue (MSY-LIH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New Orleans to Lihue

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 17
American Airlines Logo
5:39 am - 4:10 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
14h 31m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
10:35 pm - 5:42 pmLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
15h 07m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$527American Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Thu, Dec 10
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 4:55 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
13h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:30 pm - 1:38 pmLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
13h 08m1 stop Denver Intl
$590United Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 17
Delta Logo
5:20 am - 6:36 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
17h 16m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles
Delta Logo
10:59 pm - 12:53 pmLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 54m1 stop Los Angeles
$596Delta
Sun, Dec 6 - Thu, Dec 10
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 4:55 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
15h 55m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:30 pm - 1:38 pmLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
13h 08m1 stop Denver Intl
$596United Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 17
Southwest Logo
6:40 am - 4:15 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
13h 35m2 stops Houston Hobby Oakland
Southwest Logo
9:05 pm - 2:25 pmLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
13h 20m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
$601Southwest
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 17
Delta Logo
5:20 am - 6:36 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
17h 16m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles
Delta Logo
9:45 pm - 3:24 pmLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
13h 39m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Minneapolis St Paul
$601Delta
Sun, Dec 6 - Thu, Dec 10
American Airlines Logo
5:39 am - 4:10 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
14h 31m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
2:53 pm - 10:06 amLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
15h 13m2 stops Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth
$601American Airlines
Wed, Mar 3 - Mon, Mar 8
American Airlines Logo
6:08 pm - 4:34 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
26h 26m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
2:15 pm - 9:05 amLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
14h 50m2 stops Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth
$609American Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Sun, Oct 11
United Airlines Logo
8:09 am - 3:40 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
12h 31m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
12:50 pm - 8:38 amLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
14h 48m2 stops San Francisco Houston George Bush Intcntl
$613United Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 17
Southwest Logo
6:40 am - 4:15 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
13h 35m2 stops Houston Hobby Oakland
Southwest Logo
9:05 pm - 1:50 pmLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
12h 45m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$614Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for New Orleans to Lihue flights

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

Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Lihue start at $527. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $655 to $921. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $527 on American Airlines.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Orleans to Lihue, it is 12% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 79% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for New Orleans to Lihue flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$293
Most popular time to fly with an average 5% increase in price.
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When to book flights from New Orleans to Lihue

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New Orleans to Lihue 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 Lihue flight questions, answered

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

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from New Orleans to Lihue takes 0h 00m, covering 4,262 miles.

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

    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 Lihue flight?

    Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Lihue range from $655 to $921, with an average of $796 over the past 12 months. Anything below $655 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from New Orleans to Lihue 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 $527 to $5,134. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from New Orleans to Lihue are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $463, which is 18% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Lihue Airport (LIH)?

    Lihue Airport (LIH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $29 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Sixt

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

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

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

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

    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 13% of one-stop connections

    Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) 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 Lihue?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 51% on the New Orleans to Lihue route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $706 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,429, a difference of $723. 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 Lihue?

    Flying via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 11h 31m, compared with 12h 16m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 12h 50m via Los Angeles (LAX).

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

    Lihue 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 Lihue?

    Some of the most popular sights in Lihue are Kalapaki Beach and Nawiliwili Park. These are among the most viewed places in Lihue on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking New Orleans to Lihue 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 Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $706 - about $723 less than Friday (51% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New Orleans to Lihue trip for January. Fares historically average $478 round-trip in that month - typically $755 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 Lihue Airport.
    - Kaua'i Palms Hotel
    - Marriott's Kauai Lagoons - Kalanipu'u
    - Marriott's Kaua'i Beach Club

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