New Orleans to Austin (NEW–AUS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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New Orleans to Austin
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
3 Flights/wk 456 mi 3h 14m nonstop -2h behind 19 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between NEW and AUS, connecting options are available through 19 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for NEW to AUS.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
19
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~10h
Longest
HOU ~3h 33m BNA ~5h 8m DAL ~5h 38m TYS ~5h 56m BHM ~5h 58m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
37
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
NEW → AUS
78%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
78%
Return
AUS → NEW
57%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
57%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. AUS delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Austin from New Orleans

Nearby airports with service to Austin Bergstrom International Airport.
Metric NEW→AUS MSY→AUS PNS→AUS
Distance from NEW – 15 mi 172 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 8 1
Weekly flights 3 57 10
Flight time 3h 14m 1h 30m 2h 5m
New Orleans (MSY) to Austin flights · Pensacola (PNS) to Austin flights
Airports within 200 miles of NEW with service to Austin Bergstrom International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2h
Austin is 2 hours behind New Orleans.
NEW: EDT · AUS: MDT

When it's 6:00 PM in New Orleans, it's 4:00 PM in Austin.
Distance & Flight Time
456 mi / 734 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 14m to 4h 0m.
Getting from AUS

CapMetro Route 20 to downtown Congress Ave costs $1.25 and takes 30–35 minutes. Buses depart from outside the terminal on the lower level. Last bus around midnight; late arrivals need a ride-share.Uber and Lyft pickup is on the lower level (follow signs to TNCs). Fares run $20–30 to downtown, 15–20 minutes off-peak. Taxis at the curb: $30–40. Rental car desks are in the main terminal; the QTA (Quick Turnaround Area) is a short shuttle ride. Afternoon and evening arrivals may face longer drive times due to city congestion.

Austin Climate

Humid subtropical climate with hot summers. July and August average 36–38°C with heat indices that can reach 43°C. Winter (December–February) is generally mild at 7–17°C. Austin is vulnerable to rare but severe ice storms. Winter Storm Uri (2021) is the benchmark for worst-case disruption, and they can paralyze the city and airport.

Severe thunderstorms peak April through May with hail and tornado risk. Spring storm systems can cause significant ground delays. October and November are the most reliably stable months.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

NEW–AUS Quick Facts

Key statistics for the New Orleans to Austin route.
Route details
Distance456 mi / 734 km
Flight time3h 14m to 4h
Time difference-2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights3 out
1-stop connections19 hubs
Origin: NEW
Full nameLakefront Airport
IATA / ICAONEW / KNEW
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Elevation8 ft / 2 m
Destination: AUS
Full nameAustin Bergstrom International Airport
IATA / ICAOAUS / KAUS
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Passengers/yr21.4M
Elevation542 ft / 165 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about NEW to AUS flights.
Nonstop flights from Lakefront Airport to Austin Bergstrom International Airport take approximately 3h 14m to 4h. The route covers 456 miles.
There are approximately 3 nonstop flights per week from NEW to AUS.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through HOU, BNA, DAL, TYS, BHM, TPA, MKE, CHS, CMH, PHX, PBI, IAD, MIA, CLT, LAS, TEB, YYZ, MMU and BOS. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Austin is 2 hours behind New Orleans.
Yes, return flights from AUS to NEW are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include MSY and PNS. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from NEW to AUS

Lakefront Airport (NEW) and Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

NEW to AUS Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from NEW to AUS ranges from 3 hours 14 minutes to 4 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 456 miles (734 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

19 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via HOU. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include New Orleans (MSY) and Pensacola (PNS).