Houston to New Orleans (IAH–MSY) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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IAH–MSY is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 304 miles in approximately 1h 19m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AC, CM, EK, NH, NZ | 83 | 319, 738, 739, 73G, 7M9, B38M, E7W | 1h11-1h22 | Star Alliance | AC, CM, EK, NH, NZ | |
| AA American Airlines | 1 | – | – | Oneworld | – | |
| AS Alaska Airlines | 0 | – | – | Oneworld | – | |
| F9 Frontier | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach New Orleans from Houston
| Metric | IAH→MSY | HOU→MSY | BPT→MSY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 79 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 10 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 138 | 76 | – |
| Flight time | 1h 19m | 0h 45m | 0h 38m |
| Departure OTP | 64% | – | – |
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 United Airlines, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Frontier. With 138 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAH to MSY Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to MSY is about 1 hours 19 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 304 miles (489 km). There are approximately 138 weekly flights outbound and 180 return, totaling 318 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Austin Bergstrom, Dallas Fort Worth and Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU), Beaumont/Port Arthur (BPT) and Austin (AUS).