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Cheapest round-trip
$652
Typical prices: $627-$874
Southwest
Thu 3/8Fri 3/9
MSY - LIH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$295
Typical prices: $351-$590
United Airlines
Thu 4/12
MSY - LIH • 1 stop
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 • 37% price drop
June
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $739 (round-trip)
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)
Shortest trip • 11h 30m (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

Mon, Mar 8 - Tue, Mar 9
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5:50 am - 3:30 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
13h 40m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:30 pm - 2:50 pmLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
13h 20m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
$652Southwest
Mon, Jan 25 - Fri, Feb 5
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6:30 am - 6:51 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
16h 21m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles
Delta Logo
10:59 pm - 6:04 pmLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
15h 05m1 stop Los Angeles
$652Delta
Mon, Feb 15 - Mon, Feb 22
American Airlines Logo
6:14 pm - 4:06 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
25h 52m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
10:30 pm - 1:40 pmLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
11h 10m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$657American Airlines
Mon, Mar 8 - Tue, Mar 9
Southwest Logo
5:00 am - 3:30 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
14h 30m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Southwest Logo
9:30 pm - 3:05 pmLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
13h 35m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Dallas Love Field
$657Southwest
Mon, Feb 15 - Mon, Feb 22
American Airlines Logo
6:14 pm - 4:06 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
25h 52m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
2:30 pm - 8:35 amLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
14h 05m2 stops Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth
$662American Airlines
Mon, Mar 8 - Tue, Mar 9
Southwest Logo
5:50 am - 3:30 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
13h 40m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Southwest Logo
9:30 pm - 1:30 pmLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
12h 00m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$664Southwest
Sat, Feb 6 - Sat, Feb 13
United Airlines Logo
2:54 pm - 10:40 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
11h 46m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
11:59 pm - 2:24 pmLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
10h 25m1 stop San Francisco
$668United Airlines
Mon, Jan 25 - Fri, Feb 5
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7:00 am - 5:04 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
14h 04m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:30 pm - 1:47 pmLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
13h 17m1 stop Denver Intl
$672United Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Sat, Feb 13
United Airlines Logo
2:54 pm - 10:40 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
11h 46m1 stop San Francisco
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2:20 pm - 8:37 amLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
14h 17m2 stops San Francisco Houston George Bush Intcntl
$674United Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Sat, Feb 13
American Airlines Logo
6:35 pm - 1:25 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-LIH Lihue
22h 50m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles
American Airlines Logo
2:30 pm - 10:06 amLIH  Lihue-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
15h 36m2 stops Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth
$697American Airlines
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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 typically range from $627 to $874. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $652, on Southwest.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Orleans to Lihue. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 88% higher.

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Key details for New Orleans to Lihue flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$295
Beat the crowds with an average 87% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 52% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from New Orleans to Lihue

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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from New Orleans to Lihue takes 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 $627 to $874, with an average of $758 over the past 12 months. Anything below $627 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 $652 to $1,768. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x 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 $477, which is 22% 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 averaging $65 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • 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) - 36% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 14% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 54% on flights from New Orleans to Lihue. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $658 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,429, a difference of $771.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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 30m, compared with 12h 22m 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 are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average $658, about $771 less than Friday fares (54% 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
    • Timbers Kauai Ocean Club & Residences

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