What percentage of New Orleans to Houston flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 29.2% of flights from New Orleans to Houston have historically been direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers has typically been 2. This means that while direct options are available, a significant portion of the flights on this route involve at least one stop.

How long does it take to fly from New Orleans to Houston?

The typical direct flight from New Orleans to Houston has a median duration of 1 hour and 19 minutes, covering a distance of 490 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time is considerably longer, averaging 5 hours and 29 minutes. Travelers should account for this difference when planning their journey, as connecting flights can add several hours to the total travel time.

Should I set a price alert for New Orleans to Houston flights?

Historically, deals for flights from New Orleans to Houston are frequent. This route often sees price fluctuations, making it beneficial to monitor fares. Setting a price alert can help travelers stay informed about potential savings and secure a good deal when prices drop. Given the historical frequency of deals, an alert can be a valuable tool for this route.

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New Orleans to Houston: Overview

Insights for flights from New Orleans to Houston

Fares for flights from New Orleans to Houston are typically $281–$673, with a median of $385. Right now, fares are near the typical level. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding cheap flights from New Orleans to Houston can be challenging.

The typical journey time from New Orleans to Houston is 1h 19m. However, since most itineraries connect at least once, the median connecting journey is significantly longer, at 37h 42m. Direct flights from New Orleans to Houston are less common, with only 29.2% of recent fares being non-stop. For itineraries that do connect, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

The cheapest time to fly from New Orleans to Houston is during April, with a median fare of $116. May also offers competitive prices, with a median of $134. January follows as another affordable option, with a median fare of $145.

The distance between New Orleans and Houston is 490 kilometers. This classifies the route as a short-haul journey, meaning flights are generally quicker and more frequent compared to longer distances.

How much is a round trip from New Orleans to Houston

Regular price: $176 - $283

Prices for flights from New Orleans to Houston are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from New Orleans to Houston is $176 to $283. The current lowest deal is $131 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 12-Sep 15.

now $131

Low $176

High $283

The cheapest time to fly from New Orleans to Houston

The cheapest month to fly from MSY to HOU is March, with a median price of $119. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $775. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $119

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $775

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from New Orleans to Houston

Southwest Airlines

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from New Orleans to Houston

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Houston

New Orleans (MSY) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$434

$400

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Houston

New Orleans (MSY) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$439

$400

One-way

Thu, Jul 30

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Houston

New Orleans (MSY) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$437

$400

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Houston

New Orleans (MSY) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$383

$360

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Houston

New Orleans (MSY) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$250

$232

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Houston

New Orleans (MSY) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$306

$279

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from New Orleans to Houston

7 nights

Dec 14 - Dec 21

$354 → $221

38%

7 nights

Dec 17 - Dec 24

$354 → $221

38%

4 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 17

$244 → $134

45%

3 nights

Sep 12 - Sep 15

$218 → $131

40%

Popular Airports to fly from New Orleans to Houston

New Orleans - Houston route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Recent fares for New Orleans to Houston are near the typical level of $385.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March for the best prices.

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $119.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 19m.

The typical direct flight from New Orleans to Houston takes 1 hour and 19 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common.

Only 29.2% of recent flights from New Orleans to Houston are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Southwest Airlines offers direct flights.

Southwest Airlines is one of the carriers offering direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route.

Deals for flights from New Orleans to Houston appear frequently, often within 30 days.

New Orleans main airports to depart from

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY)

Cheapest

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is a convenient option for flights from New Orleans to Houston.

📍 ~19 km from New Orleans (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$152

Houston main airports to arrive at

William P. Hobby (HOU)

Cheapest

Fly into William P. Hobby for convenient access to Houston, with flights from New Orleans.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$170

Airports nearby Houston used as alternative

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS)

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS) is a major international airport with extensive routes, a good alternative.

📍 ~230 km from Houston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$131

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Houston

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Houston

Historically, the best time to book flights from New Orleans to Houston is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight is around $181. Booking 14-27 days out sees an increase to an average of $235, while prices for flights booked 28-59 days in advance are typically $276. For those booking 60 or more days ahead, the average price can be as high as $382, indicating that last-minute deals are often available on this route.

A flight from New Orleans to Houston is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $281. This threshold represents the lowest 25% of prices observed across the trailing quarter. The median price for this route over the same period was $385, while prices in the upper quartile reached $673. By aiming for prices at or below $281, travelers can typically secure a favorable fare.

Historically, April has been the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to Houston, with a median price of $116. May also offers competitive fares, with a median price of $134. January has seen a median price of $145, making it another relatively inexpensive option. These prices are significantly lower than the annual median price of $385 for this route, indicating substantial savings are possible during these months.

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New Orleans to Houston: Overview

Insights for flights from New Orleans to Houston

How much is a round trip from New Orleans to Houston

Regular price: $176 - $283

Prices for flights from New Orleans to Houston are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from New Orleans to Houston is $176 to $283. The current lowest deal is $131 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 12-Sep 15.

now $131

Low $176

High $283

The cheapest time to fly from New Orleans to Houston

The cheapest month to fly from MSY to HOU is March, with a median price of $119. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $775. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $119

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $775

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from New Orleans to Houston

Southwest Airlines

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from New Orleans to Houston

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Houston

New Orleans (MSY) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$434

$400

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Houston

New Orleans (MSY) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$439

$400

One-way

Thu, Jul 30

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Houston

New Orleans (MSY) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$437

$400

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Houston

New Orleans (MSY) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$383

$360

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Houston

New Orleans (MSY) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$250

$232

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Houston

New Orleans (MSY) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$306

$279

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from New Orleans to Houston

7 nights

Dec 14 - Dec 21

$354 → $221

38%

7 nights

Dec 17 - Dec 24

$354 → $221

38%

4 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 17

$244 → $134

45%

3 nights

Sep 12 - Sep 15

$218 → $131

40%

Popular Airports to fly from New Orleans to Houston