Houston to New Orleans (IAH–MSY) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IAH–MSY is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and Frontier lead the route. The flight covers 304 miles in approximately 1h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 110 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AC, CM, EK, NH, NZ | 80 | 319, 320, 738, 739, 7M8, E7W | 1h10-1h23 | Star Alliance | AC, CM, EK, NH, NZ | |
| F9 Frontier | 2 | A21N | 1h15 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach New Orleans from Houston
| Metric | IAH→MSY | HOU→MSY | AUS→MSY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 6 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 152 | 46 | 41 |
| Flight time | 1h 10m | 1h 1m | 1h 20m |
| Departure OTP | 44% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · MSY: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 6:00 PM in New Orleans.
IAH has no direct rail link to downtown Houston. The IAH Express bus runs from Houston Amtrak/Greyhound station via Park & Ride to Terminal C (60–90 min, $1.25 with METRO Q card). This is the only transit option; Houston's rail network does not reach the airport.Taxis from downtown Houston cost $50–70 and take 40–60 minutes. Ride-hails (Uber, Lyft) are typically $35–55. IAH sits 23 miles north of downtown on the North Freeway (I-45); traffic is heavy during morning and evening rush. Remote economy parking lots serve all terminals via shuttle.
IAH–MSY Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to MSY
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) are connected by nonstop service from Frontier and United Airlines. With 152 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAH to MSY Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to MSY ranges from 1 hours 10 minutes to 1 hours 23 minutes. The route covers a distance of 304 miles (489 km). There are approximately 152 weekly flights outbound and 185 return, totaling 337 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
110 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via SHV. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU) and Austin (AUS).