Travelling from Houston to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY): What you need to know
Start your trip planning by checking out the most convenient place to catch your flight from Houston to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY). Explore your options for setting off from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU), the city's main airports.
The average time for a direct Houston to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport flight is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Houston and New Orleans (where Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch on arrival.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) is the most popular route. There are 58 direct flights a week to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, take the last flight with United Airlines at 10:15pm. Go for the first IAH to MSY departure with Spirit Airlines at 6:10am if getting there sooner works for you.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Houston to MSY.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Nonstop flights from Houston to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) operate from here.
When departing from IAH, you can take a direct flight from Houston to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport with United Airlines.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between IAH and MSY is United Airlines.
Spirit Airlines stands out as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 88.0% of its services arriving as scheduled.
The journey from central Houston to IAH takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Houston to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Of all flights leaving George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 78.42% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
You can book a direct Houston to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) flight ticket out of William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). Decide if leaving from HOU is a better fit for your trip.
Take a direct flight from Houston to MSY with Southwest Airlines. This is one of the main carriers flying this route out of HOU.
Southwest Airlines attracts the most bookings on the HOU to MSY route.
If you're looking for a carrier that's reliably punctual, book with Southwest Airlines. It has an on-time performance of 86.81% for flights between William P. Hobby Airport and Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Houston to MSY flight? Kick back in a hotel near William P. Hobby Airport before your break officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
The majority of flights that leave William P. Hobby Airport arrive at their destination as expected. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 81.06%.
The address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Houston to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MSY instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of New Orleans and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride around four weeks in advance of your Houston to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport flight.
The street address for MSY is 900 Airline Highway.
Getting from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to central New Orleans
Central New Orleans is about 19 kilometres from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research before you go.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
Currently, $106 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $175. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book one month before you want to fly. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Houston to MSY.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
October is the busiest month for flights from Houston to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY). Visit New Orleans in May for a more low-key escape.
Lock in a Houston to MSY flight ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in New Orleans to range from 25ºC to 36ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Houston to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 18ºC.
More about New Orleans
Start your New Orleans trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Houston to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Bourbon Street, French Quarter and Cafe Du Monde are essential stops on your New Orleans itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Baton Rouge is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced New Orleans. Around 105 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Beauregard Town Historic District, Main Street Historic District and Louisiana's Old State Capitol.
If you're looking to explore another side of the United States, consider Mobile, about 225 kilometres east of New Orleans. Battleship USS ALABAMA, Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Centre and GulfQuest National Maritime Museum of the Gulf of Mexico are among the biggest draws.