Houston to New Orleans Flights
Flights from Houston (IAH) to New Orleans (MSY) connect United States and US. The great-circle distance is approximately 3,983 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 6 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include IAH, HOU and MSY, NEW. The reverse route is New Orleans to Houston. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Houston, United States
- Destination
- New Orleans, US
- Distance
- 3,983 km
- Typical duration
- about 6 hours
- Origin codes
- IAH, HOU
- Destination codes
- MSY, NEW
- Primary keyword
- flights from Houston to New Orleans
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Route overview
Houston to New Orleans is a city-pair air route between United States and US. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are IAH and MSY. Related codes: IAH, HOU → MSY, NEW.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 3,983 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 6 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Houston airports and metro codes: IAH, HOU.
New Orleans airports and metro codes: MSY, NEW.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route New Orleans to Houston, other destinations from Houston, and other origins into New Orleans.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Houston to New Orleans?
Direct flights from Houston to New Orleans typically take about 6 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Houston to New Orleans?
The great-circle distance between Houston and New Orleans is approximately 3,983 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Houston to New Orleans?
Houston is commonly searched with code IAH (related: IAH, HOU). New Orleans is commonly searched with code MSY (related: MSY, NEW).
Are there direct flights from Houston to New Orleans?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from New Orleans to Houston?
The reverse city pair is New Orleans to Houston. Distance is the same great-circle measure (3,983 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Houston to New Orleans route connect?
This route connects United States (Houston) with US (New Orleans).