New Orleans to Houston Flights
Flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Houston (IAH) connect US and United States. 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 MSY, NEW and IAH, HOU. The reverse route is Houston to New Orleans. 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
- New Orleans, US
- Destination
- Houston, United States
- Distance
- 3,983 km
- Typical duration
- about 6 hours
- Origin codes
- MSY, NEW
- Destination codes
- IAH, HOU
- Primary keyword
- flights from New Orleans to Houston
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Route overview
New Orleans to Houston is a city-pair air route between US and United States. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are MSY and IAH. Related codes: MSY, NEW → IAH, HOU.
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
New Orleans airports and metro codes: MSY, NEW.
Houston airports and metro codes: IAH, HOU.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Houston to New Orleans, other destinations from New Orleans, and other origins into Houston.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from New Orleans to Houston?
Direct flights from New Orleans to Houston typically take about 6 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from New Orleans to Houston?
The great-circle distance between New Orleans and Houston is approximately 3,983 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from New Orleans to Houston?
New Orleans is commonly searched with code MSY (related: MSY, NEW). Houston is commonly searched with code IAH (related: IAH, HOU).
Are there direct flights from New Orleans to Houston?
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 Houston to New Orleans?
The reverse city pair is Houston to New Orleans. Distance is the same great-circle measure (3,983 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the New Orleans to Houston route connect?
This route connects US (New Orleans) with United States (Houston).