$29 Cheap Flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Houston (HOU)

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Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Houston (MSY-HOU)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $29 for one-way flights and $58 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Wed, Aug 6 - Tue, Aug 12
MSY
New Orleans
IAH
Houston
$58 Roundtrip, just found
$58
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 6 from New Orleans to Houston, returning Tue, Aug 12, priced at $58 just found
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Sep 20 - Tue, Sep 30
MSY
New Orleans
IAH
Houston
$65 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$65
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 20 from New Orleans to Houston, returning Tue, Sep 30, priced at $65 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Jul 26 - Mon, Jul 28
MSY
New Orleans
IAH
Houston
$72 Roundtrip, just found
$72
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jul 26 from New Orleans to Houston, returning Mon, Jul 28, priced at $72 just found
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Aug 6 - Tue, Aug 12
MSY
New Orleans
IAH
Houston
$77 Roundtrip, just found
$77
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 6 from New Orleans to Houston, returning Tue, Aug 12, priced at $77 just found
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Jul 29 - Thu, Aug 7
MSY
New Orleans
IAH
Houston
$79 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$79
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 29 from New Orleans to Houston, returning Thu, Aug 7, priced at $79 found 3 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Sep 20 - Tue, Sep 30
MSY
New Orleans
IAH
Houston
$84 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$84
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 20 from New Orleans to Houston, returning Tue, Sep 30, priced at $84 found 1 hour ago
United
Mon, Sep 22 - Wed, Oct 1
MSY
New Orleans
IAH
Houston
$90 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$90
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Sep 22 from New Orleans to Houston, returning Wed, Oct 1, priced at $90 found 3 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Aug 11 - Thu, Aug 14
MSY
New Orleans
HOU
Houston
$97 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$97
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 11 from New Orleans to Houston, returning Thu, Aug 14, priced at $97 found 2 hours ago
American Airlines
Mon, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 9
MSY
New Orleans
IAH
Houston
$109 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$109
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 8 from New Orleans to Houston, returning Tue, Sep 9, priced at $109 found 4 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Aug 15 - Sun, Aug 17
MSY
New Orleans
IAH
Houston
$257 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$257
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 15 from New Orleans to Houston, returning Sun, Aug 17, priced at $257 found 2 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans (MSY) to Houston (HOU)

April is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $45 - $249 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Houston

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to George Bush Intercontinental IAH. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 24 minutes. Flights from $77
IAH
George Bush Intercontinental
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center24 min
Flights from $77
Flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Houston (IAH)
Origin airport
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
Destination airport
George Bush Intercontinental
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Southwest Airlines
Roundtrip price
$58
Distance
304 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 1 min

New Orleans to Houston Flights

The cheapest times to fly from New Orleans to Houston

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from New Orleans to Houston are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from New Orleans to Houston with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Houston

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from New Orleans to Houston: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from New Orleans to Houston

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from New Orleans to Houston in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $29 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap New Orleans to Houston flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your New Orleans to Houston airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) cost?
Snag cheap return fares starting at $85 from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Southwest Airlines and Spirit Airlines flight leaving MSY on July 30 2025 and touching down at HOU. The price was last updated on July 3 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from MSY to HOU?
Fly straight from MSY to HOU in December to take advantage of cheaper fares. You can find a one-way Southwest Airlines flight for $49 leaving on December 9 2025. This price is based on the cheapest direct flight found on Expedia for this route in the next 330 days. The price was last updated on July 3 2025 and remains unchanged.
Which airlines fly direct from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)?
You can fly straight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) on a Southwest Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from MSY to HOU?
At the moment, the cheapest airline operating one-way flights from MSY to HOU is Southwest Airlines. You can take off on this route from $49. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from MSY on September 25 2025. Prices were last updated on July 3 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)?
When taking off from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY), you'll have your pick from an average of 6 daily direct flights to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)?
More people fly between MSY and HOU at 6 AM than at any other time of day. Rather skip the crowds? Pick a flight outside the busiest times and you could save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from MSY to HOU?
Depart on a Friday if you're looking for the best selection of flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
What is the earliest flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)?
The first flight of the day jetting off from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) is at around 6:05AM UTC-6. Hop on this flight and you'll reach William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) at approximately 7:25AM UTC-6. The total flight duration is 1h 20m.
How long does it take to fly from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)?
Flights from MSY to HOU have an average travel time of 1 hour and 20 minutes. The total distance between the two is 300 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)?
Opt for a flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the risk of delays and cancellations. Departures after this hour have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Houston from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
Catch a direct flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Houston and arrive at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). An alternative arrival point to this city is William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from MSY to HOU are typically more expensive. To secure the cheapest rates, start looking for flights well in advance. That said, if you're flexible with your travel dates, you may land a cheap ticket right before you leave.
Is it cheaper to book a MSY to HOU flight and hotel package?
You can save money by securing a MSY to HOU flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage it all in one place. After selecting your ideal accommodations and flights, consider adding extras including car rentals, tours and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)?
Usually, it's possible to cancel or reschedule your MSY to HOU flight. However, if it's been more than 24 hours since booking, additional fees may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and if any costs are involved. You'll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

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