Los Angeles to New Orleans (LAX–MSY) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LAX–MSY is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines, Mexicana and Southwest Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,667 miles in approximately 3h 28m. Beyond nonstop, 103 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AM, VS | 27 | 738, 739 | 3h32-3h36 | SkyTeam | AM, VS | |
| MX Mexicana | 7 | 223 | 3h45 | – | – | |
| WN Southwest Airlines | 7 | 738, 7M8, 7S7 | 3h30-3h35 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach New Orleans from Los Angeles
| Metric | LAX→MSY | SNA→MSY | CLD→MSY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LAX | – | 36 mi | 86 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 94 | 1 | – |
| Flight time | 3h 28m | 2h 54m | 3h 8m |
| Departure OTP | 72% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
LAX: PDT · MSY: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, it's 8:00 PM in New Orleans.
FlyAway bus runs from Van Nuys and Union Station ($9.75, 30–50 min depending on traffic). LA Metro C Line connects to Aviation/LAX station; a free shuttle covers the last mile to terminals. Ride-shares cost $20–50 from downtown. Long-term parking lots A/B are walkable; remote Lot E requires a shuttle.
LAX–MSY Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LAX to MSY
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines, Mexicana and Southwest Airlines. With 94 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LAX to MSY Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LAX to MSY ranges from 3 hours 28 minutes to 3 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,667 miles (2,682 km). There are approximately 94 weekly flights outbound and 122 return, totaling 216 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
103 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via SGU. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Santa Ana (SNA), Carlsbad (CLD) and San Diego (SAN).