Los Angeles to New Orleans Flights
Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to New Orleans (MSY) connect United States and US. The great-circle distance is approximately 2,687 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 4 to 5 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include LAX and MSY, NEW. The reverse route is New Orleans to Los Angeles. 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
- Los Angeles, United States
- Destination
- New Orleans, US
- Distance
- 2,687 km
- Typical duration
- about 4 to 5 hours
- Origin codes
- LAX
- Destination codes
- MSY, NEW
- Primary keyword
- flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans
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Route overview
Los Angeles 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 LAX and MSY. Related codes: LAX → MSY, NEW.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 2,687 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 4 to 5 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Los Angeles airports and metro codes: LAX.
New Orleans airports and metro codes: MSY, NEW.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route New Orleans to Los Angeles, other destinations from Los Angeles, and other origins into New Orleans.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to New Orleans?
Direct flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans typically take about 4 to 5 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Los Angeles to New Orleans?
The great-circle distance between Los Angeles and New Orleans is approximately 2,687 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans?
Los Angeles is commonly searched with code LAX (related: LAX). New Orleans is commonly searched with code MSY (related: MSY, NEW).
Are there direct flights from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?
The reverse city pair is New Orleans to Los Angeles. Distance is the same great-circle measure (2,687 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Los Angeles to New Orleans route connect?
This route connects United States (Los Angeles) with US (New Orleans).
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