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Cheap Flight Deals from Los Angeles to New Orleans (LAX-MSY)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to New Orleans

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Los Angeles to New Orleans.
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Expert advice for your flight from Los Angeles to New Orleans

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are specific to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
Delta

Delta's Comfort Plus seats offer up to three inches of extra legroom for added comfort.


Delta offers free Wi-Fi for SkyMiles members on domestic flights, enhancing onboard connectivity.

Read more about Deltaby Stefanie Waldek
Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seat offers 20-inch width and 11” extra legroom for added comfort.


Spirit's Wi-Fi offers gate-to-gate connectivity, ideal for staying online throughout your flight.

Airports
LAX

For a smooth departure, book parking in advance at LAX. Terminal parking is a five-minute walk, while economy lots are shuttle-serviced.

Read more about LAXby Stefanie Waldek
MSY

Upon arrival at MSY, rideshares and taxis are easily accessible outside Level 1, door 7, for a quick trip to New Orleans.

Read more about MSYby Daniel Scheffler
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta and LAX

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Joe Cortez

Expert on Spirit Airlines

Joe Cortez

Joe Cortez

Joe Cortez is a seasoned managing editor in aviation with over a decade of industry experience. His work has been featured on prominent platforms such as FlyerTalk and TripSavvy, establishing him as a respected voice in aviation journalism.

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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on MSY

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Los Angeles to New Orleans flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans is September, where tickets cost C$ 384 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and February, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 589 and C$ 568 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Los Angeles to New Orleans, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 7 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

January

High season

October
Best time to beat the crowds (1% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (4% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to New Orleans based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans

  • What can I find a cup of coffee at Los Angeles International Airport?

    Need your favorite hot beverage to get going in the morning? LAX has a number of coffee shops both pre-security and post-security. This includes Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf in Terminal 1, Starbucks in Terminal 2, Peet’s Coffee in Terminal 3, and Klatch Coffee in Terminal 7.

  • Where is Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport?

    Also referred to as MSY, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is actually located in Kenner, LA. It is just 11 miles from the downtown area and about half an hour from the French Quarter and Mercedes-Benz Superdome.

  • Can you rent a car at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport?

    If your destination is in another town like Gonzales or Lafayette, LA, you’ll probably need to rent a car. You can do this right at the airport. To get to the rental car center at MSY, simply claim your baggage and exit from the West Terminal. Follow the walkway to the offices of car rental companies like Avis, Budget, Alamo, and Hertz.

  • How do I arrange for wheelchair and other assistance at the New Orleans Airport?

    For passengers with special needs, MSY offers a variety of services including baggage and wheelchair assistance. Make reservations for a SkyCap with your airline when you are booking your flight. If you failed to do so but still need help, look for an Airport Ambassador when you get into the arrivals hall.

  • Which is the best way to get to St. Louis Cathedral from MSY?

    St. Louis Cathedral lies approximately 15.5 miles from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), with various transportation options between the two destinations. The best way to get there is to ride a JP Transit-operated bus which departs from Kenner Terminal Parking Garage and arrives after 1h 2min.

  • Are there any hotels at MSY?

    Those arriving late at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) should consider spending a night in one of the many hotels adjacent to this facility. Typically, these facilities provide complimentary shuttles to and from the airport for their clients to catch their flights in time. Hilton New Orleans Airport is one such hotel.

  • Where can I withdraw money at MSY?

    Just landed and looking to recharge your wallet? Several banks and credit unions run their ATMs at MSY. For instance, Whitney Bank is situated above the Concourse C Checkpoint in the Parabola Lobby. Its ATMs sit pre- and post-security.

  • Where can I leave my bags at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)?

    Although there are no luggage storage lockers at MSY, you can drop extra bags on the lower level between Baggage Claims 5 and 6. Check with the operator on the timelines, size of acceptable bags, and fees.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

    Delta, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Los Angeles to New Orleans flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

    The Airbus A320neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Los Angeles to New Orleans flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

    SkyTeam is the only airline alliance operating flights between Los Angeles and New Orleans.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

    There are direct flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New Orleans from Los Angeles is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to New Orleans with an airline and back to Los Angeles with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to New Orleans from Los Angeles up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Los Angeles to New Orleans

  • Several airlines offer flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. This includes American, Delta, Frontier, and Southwest Airlines. The distance from Los Angeles to New Orleans is just under 2,000 miles, and the shortest flights will take less than 4 hours.
  • If traveling with kids, you’ll want to keep them busy while you’re waiting for your flight to depart. There is actually a learning center and museum located in the Imperial Terminal of LAX. For younger kids, there is also a beach-themed play area in the Bradley International Terminal. Ideal for kids who need to burn a little energy, it has creative toys such as foam blocks as well as physical activities like a slide and plane ride.
  • Once you’re off the plane you’ll probably be hungry, so get a taste of New Orleans before you leave the airport. Several restaurants at MSY serve gumbo, po-boys, fried chicken, and other Cajun/Creole foods. This includes Zatarain’s (Concourse B), Praline Connection (Concourse B), and Dooky Chase Restaurant (near Concourse C).
  • Once you’ve claimed your baggage, you’ll be on the first level of the airport. Just go out through the doors to get to a cab stand. If you are riding in the taxi alone, you’ll probably pay close to $40 to get to your accommodation. Public transportation, however, is also available. Both the city and regional transit services offer transportation from the airport to popular areas such as downtown. The cost per trip is just a couple dollars and you can catch the bus at Concourse C on the 2nd floor of the airport.
  • Thinking about taking a non-stop flight from Los Angeles to New Orleans? You’ll find a number of non-stop flights between these cities. This includes flights aboard American, Spirit, Delta, and Southwest Airlines. Most of these flights depart in the morning or early afternoon.
  • If you’re flying aboard American Airlines from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), remember that the airline has a hub at MSY. You’ll arrive through Concourse B, and you can access United Lounge on Concourse C at Gate C5. Members will enjoy fast-tracking clearance and better connections for their next flights.
  • Suppose you lose an item when transiting through MSY; the establishment’s Customer Service Department operates a Lost and Found program where it retains articles misplaced within the public spaces in the terminals. You can find their office on Level 1 Baggage Claim near Bag Belt 6. However, if you lose an item at the concourse checkpoint, you’ll claim it from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).
  • Travelers departing through LAX should remember that the property caters to the needs of moms and the littlest of family members. There are rooms where lactating and nursing mothers can pump and breastfeed in privacy. You can find these suites in Terminal 5 after security. They also feature comfy seats, sinks, and power sockets.
  • Passengers with disabilities get the much-needed assistance when arriving at MSY from LAX. Besides the absence of architectural barriers to the disabled, MSY features Flight Information Display Monitors (FIDS) to provide visual paging to those with visual challenges. Still, there is dedicated staff to guide you through the checkpoints.
  • If you arrive at LAX ahead of your flight to MSY and you’re weary, you can kill off time by seeking some therapy to calm your emotions and relax your nerves. The XpresSpa massage parlors in Terminal 5, close to Gate 56, should be your next stop for waxing, manicures, and facials before your voyage to MSY.
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Prefer to fly direct from Los Angeles to New Orleans?

Find which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Los Angeles to New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Monday

Aeromexico,Air France,Delta, +7 more

Aeromexico,Air France, +8 more

Tuesday

Aeromexico,Air France,Delta, +7 more

Aeromexico,Air France, +8 more

Wednesday

Aeromexico,Air France,Delta, +7 more

Aeromexico,Air France, +8 more

Thursday

Aeromexico,Air France,Delta, +7 more

Aeromexico,Air France, +8 more

Friday

Aeromexico,Air France,Delta, +7 more

Aeromexico,Air France, +8 more

Saturday

Aeromexico,Air France,Delta, +7 more

Aeromexico,Air France, +8 more

Sunday

Aeromexico,Air France,Delta, +7 more

Aeromexico,Air France, +8 more

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Direct returns

New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Los Angeles

Monday

Aeromexico,Air France,Delta, +7 more

Aeromexico,Air France, +8 more

Tuesday

Aeromexico,Air France,Delta, +6 more

Aeromexico,Air France, +7 more

Wednesday

Aeromexico,Air France,Delta, +7 more

Aeromexico,Air France, +8 more

Thursday

Aeromexico,Air France,Delta, +6 more

Aeromexico,Air France, +7 more

Friday

Aeromexico,Air France,Delta, +6 more

Aeromexico,Air France, +7 more

Saturday

Aeromexico,Air France,Delta, +7 more

Aeromexico,Air France, +8 more

Sunday

Aeromexico,Air France,Delta, +7 more

Aeromexico,Air France, +8 more

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