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Cheap flights from New Orleans to Los Angeles from $286

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 23/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — LAX
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to Los Angeles (LAX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$346

One-way from

$286

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$425
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 13/2-22/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 34h 53m total
  • New Orleans to Los Angeles
Sun Country Air
  • Sun Country Air
  • 23/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 17m total
  • New Orleans to Los Angeles
High demand for flights, 12% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Thu 13/217:50MSY - LAX
1 stop15h 52mSpirit Airlines
Sat 22/219:44LAX - MSY
3 stops19h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 17/1$346
Fri 7/215:30MSY - LAX
1 stop9h 05mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/210:14LAX - MSY
2 stops26h 11mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 15/1$576
Thu 6/206:15MSY - LAX
Nonstop4h 31mDelta
Wed 12/207:00LAX - MSY
Nonstop3h 32mDelta
Deal found 16/1$607
Thu 6/217:05MSY - LAX
Nonstop4h 30mSouthwest
Wed 12/212:40LAX - MSY
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 16/1$623
Sat 8/217:25MSY - LAX
1 stop6h 22mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/200:51LAX - MSY
1 stop5h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/1$639
Thu 13/213:46MSY - LAX
1 stop8h 23mAmerican Airlines
Fri 21/200:59LAX - MSY
1 stop7h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 17/1$640

Find flights from New Orleans to Los Angeles within your budget

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New OrleansLos Angeles

MSY - LAX

MSYLAX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 13/2

17:50-07:42

1 stop15h 52m

Los Angeles

Sat 22/2

19:44-16:45

3 stops19h 01m

$346

New OrleansLos Angeles

MSY - LAX

MSYLAX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 7/2

15:30-22:35

1 stop9h 05m

Los Angeles

Mon 10/2

10:14-14:25

2 stops26h 11m

$576

New OrleansLos Angeles

MSY - LAX

MSYLAX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 6/2

17:05-19:35

Nonstop4h 30m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/2

07:40-13:10

Nonstop3h 30m

$607

New OrleansLos Angeles

MSY - LAX

MSYLAX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 8/2

17:25-21:47

1 stop6h 22m

Los Angeles

Mon 10/2

00:51-08:48

1 stop5h 57m

$639

New OrleansLos Angeles

MSY - LAX

MSYLAX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 13/2

13:46-20:09

1 stop8h 23m

Los Angeles

Fri 21/2

00:59-10:40

1 stop7h 41m

$640

New OrleansLos Angeles

MSY - LAX

MSYLAX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 16/4

14:59-17:21

Nonstop4h 22m

Los Angeles

Mon 21/4

00:45-12:58

1 stop10h 13m

$655

New OrleansLos Angeles

MSY - LAX

MSYLAX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 23/5

10:50-10:07

1 stop25h 17m

$286

New OrleansLos Angeles

MSY - LAX

MSYLAX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 11/2

17:46-12:25

2 stops20h 39m

$293

New OrleansLos Angeles

MSY - LAX

MSYLAX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 15/4

06:15-08:42

Nonstop4h 27m

$304

New OrleansLos Angeles

MSY - LAX

MSYLAX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 18/2

06:15-12:50

2 stops8h 35m

$328

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Travel insights for flights from New Orleans to Los Angeles

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How far ahead should I book a flight from New Orleans to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from New Orleans to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

Booking 77 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New Orleans to Los Angeles. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to Los Angeles?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Los Angeles (average of $793). Flying from New Orleans to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,319). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MSY to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

When flying from New Orleans to Los Angeles, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from New Orleans to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from New Orleans to Los Angeles. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

The most flights from MSY to LAX are scheduled on a Thursday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Rainfall in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles ranges from 0.0 - 87.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Los Angeles. Reviews last updated 17 January 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from New Orleans to Los Angeles, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very Good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.1
Very Good
4,659 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very Good
9,684 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very Good
8,513 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.4
Good
8,969 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Orleans to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How popular is this New Orleans to Los Angeles flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New Orleans to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Spirit Airlines, at $346, was found to be the cheapest airline from New Orleans to Los Angeles.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Alaska Airlines and Delta. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 27% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Orleans to Los Angeles one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Sun Country Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $286. However, be on the lookout for offers from Alaska Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from New Orleans to Los Angeles for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New Orleans to Los Angeles?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from New Orleans to Los Angeles consider choosing Air France(91%), Korean Air(87%) or Virgin Atlantic(87%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Orleans to Los Angeles that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Orleans to Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Orleans to Los Angeles?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Orleans to Los Angeles.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Orleans to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans to Los Angeles by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Los Angeles (average of $793). Flying from New Orleans to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,319). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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