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Flights from Houston (HOU) to New Orleans (MSY)
Bid Bayou City farewell for the bayou vibes of the Big Easy! Southwest Airlines® flies direct from William P. Hobby Airport /Houston Hobby to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport at prices that’ll make you wonder why you haven’t visited sooner. Book your flight from Houston (Hobby) to New Orleans with confidence, knowing that the process will be straightforward from flight selection to checkout. Have flexible travel dates? Plug your window into the Low Fare Calendar and see our cheapest flights on each day. Create a whole vacation of savings with Southwest Vacations®, where you’ll find great deals on flights, hotels, rental cars, and more.
Start packing your bags and book your flight from Houston (Hobby) to New Orleans now!
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Flight details
Average flight time: 1 hour 6 minutes
Departing from: William P. Hobby Airport / Houston Hobby (HOU)
Arriving at: Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
*Based on DOT published scheduled average flights Monday-Friday between 1/29/2021 and 3/31/2021, as of 2/4/2021.
Explore New Orleans.
The bayou is calling. The rich culture and deep history of New Orleans awaits you when you deplane at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. Let the local lore and legends of Crescent City cast their spell upon you—book a car, call a ride share, or hop on the public transit system and see which wonders will draw you to them. There are nine daily departures from the airport to downtown between the RTA and the JET bus systems, so keeping your carbon footprint small doesn’t have to stop when you’re in the Big Easy.
New Orleans is known as a party town. A music town. Even a spooky town. But it’s also a food town. Whether you want to strap on the ol’ feedbag for some street food or dive bar fare, or indulge in Michelin-starred cuisine, it’s all there for the taking. Explore the rich tastes and deep history of Cajun and Creole cuisines and soul food. Have fresh, flavorful seafood dishes. Have New Orleans-invented classics like a po’ boy, muffaletta sandwiches, and bananas Foster. Top it all off with some classic southern cocktails.
Whether you’re fixing to explore historic cemeteries, take a fan boat ride, or dance the night away, after you book with Southwest you can focus on everything New Orleans has to offer. What’re you waiting for? Your adventure awaits.
Travel tips
Infancy policy
One child over 14 days and under two (2) years of age, not occupying a seat, may be carried free of charge when traveling with an adult (12 years of age or older). Learn more.
Pet policy
Customers flying with a pet are subject to a pet fare. To learn more about traveling with your furry friend, explore the Southwest® pet policy.
Unaccompanied minor
Minors under the age of 18 are not permitted to fly unaccompanied on international flights or any itinerary that includes an international flight. Learn more.
Bags fly free®1
Start packing! Every ticketed Customer’s first two checked bags are free. Learn more.
The Southwest® travel experience
Having a memorable trip from Houston (Hobby) to New Orleans is about more than scoring a great deal on a direct flight. That’s why we go the extra mile every step of the way. Learn more about the Southwest® Experience and book your next flight to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport.
Whether you’re traveling for work or play, alone or with the whole family, booking with Southwest is straightforward. Low fares. No hidden fees. That’s Transfarency®, and it applies whether you’re flying to New Orleans or any one of our other dozens of destinations. Stay up to date with our latest flight deals when you enroll in our Click 'N Save® emails. Looking for tours, activities, and more hidden gems to add to your New Orleans experience? Check out getaways with Southwest® and earn Rapid Rewards® points when you fly.
1First and second checked bags. Weight and size limits apply.
2Fare difference may apply.
Questions we hear the most
The average flight time from Houston (Hobby) to New Orleans is 1 hour 6 minutes.
There are 13 flights daily from Houston (Hobby) to New Orleans on Southwest Airlines.
Southwest flies nonstop from Houston (Hobby) to New Orleans 3 times daily.
To find the cheapest day and time to fly Houston (Hobby) to New Orleans with Southwest, check out our Low Fare Calendar.
