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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans from $143

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 11/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MSY
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to New Orleans (MSY). 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 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$195

One-way from

$143

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$464

Good one-way deal

$142 or less
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 25/5-29/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 07m total
  • Los Angeles to New Orleans
Delta
  • Delta
  • 11/5
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 38m total
  • Los Angeles to New Orleans
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($90 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Los Angeles to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 April 2025.

Sun 25/511:36LAX - MSY
1 stop10h 54mSpirit Airlines
Thu 29/518:56MSY - LAX
Nonstop4h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 14/4$195
Sat 10/507:15LAX - MSY
Nonstop3h 37mDelta
Tue 13/507:00MSY - LAX
Nonstop4h 15mDelta
Deal found 14/4$393
Sat 10/516:10LAX - MSY
Nonstop3h 45mSouthwest
Wed 14/507:30MSY - LAX
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 14/4$409
Thu 8/514:38LAX - MSY
1 stop7h 37mAmerican Airlines
Thu 15/518:09MSY - LAX
1 stop5h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 14/4$447
Sat 26/418:05LAX - MSY
1 stop18h 42mSun Country Air
Fri 2/509:55MSY - LAX
1 stop26h 12mSun Country Air
Deal found 13/4$483
Thu 8/522:20LAX - MSY
2 stops16h 29mAlaska Airlines
Sat 10/517:32MSY - LAX
1 stop8h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 14/4$485
Tue 8/700:56LAX - MSY
1 stop5h 52mUnited Airlines
Mon 14/719:23MSY - LAX
1 stop6h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/4$532

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Depart

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Price

Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Sun 25/5

11:36-00:30

1 stop10h 54m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 29/5

18:56-21:09

Nonstop4h 13m

$195

Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Sat 10/5

18:00-23:34

Nonstop3h 34m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 14/5

18:55-21:14

Nonstop4h 19m

$393

Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Sat 10/5

16:10-21:55

Nonstop3h 45m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 14/5

07:30-13:10

1 stop7h 40m

$409

Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Thu 8/5

14:38-00:15

1 stop7h 37m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 15/5

18:09-21:51

1 stop5h 42m

$447

Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Sat 26/4

18:05-14:47

1 stop18h 42m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 2/5

09:55-10:07

1 stop26h 12m

$483

Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Thu 8/5

22:20-16:49

2 stops16h 29m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 10/5

17:32-23:59

1 stop8h 27m

$485

Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Tue 8/7

00:56-08:48

1 stop5h 52m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 14/7

19:23-23:38

1 stop6h 15m

$532

Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Sun 11/5

11:54-17:32

Nonstop3h 38m

$143

Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Sat 6/9

00:56-08:45

1 stop5h 49m

$150

Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Tue 29/4

17:45-05:55

1 stop10h 10m

$242

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to New Orleans

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to New Orleans

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Los Angeles to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2025.

Booking 31 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to New Orleans. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 April 2025.

When flying from Los Angeles to New Orleans, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 78% versus a flight at midday.

Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to New Orleans

Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to New Orleans. 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 15 April 2025.

The most flights from LAX to MSY are scheduled on a Monday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

Rainfall in New Orleans by month

Plan your trip to New Orleans by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Orleans ranges from 83.0 - 163.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 163.0 mm. October is typically the driest time to visit New Orleans when rainfall is around 83.0 mm.

Temperature in New Orleans by month

Plan your trip to New Orleans by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Orleans, 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 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Orleans. 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 New Orleans. Reviews last updated 15 April 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
8.0
Very Good

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles to New Orleans. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

    Booking a flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is your only option if you wish to fly from Los Angeles to New Orleans. On a typical day, there are 14 flights from Los Angeles to Louis Armstrong, all of which are around 3h 37m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 1 airline when you book a flight from Los Angeles to New Orleans.

  • How popular is this Los Angeles to New Orleans flight route?

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $195, was found to be the cheapest airline from Los Angeles to New Orleans.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and Southwest. You may be able to fly from Los Angeles to New Orleans for 63% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $143 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Alaska Airlines, with prices starting from $150 and $242, respectively.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Los Angeles to New Orleans consider choosing Spirit Airlines(92%), Southwest(87%) or Virgin Atlantic(86%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Los Angeles to New Orleans? While on average our users pay $156, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $67. The most popular route (Los Angeles - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), is priced around $143.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Top 2 airlines flying from Los Angeles to New Orleans

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$198Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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DeltaCheapest$312Average$834FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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