Direct flights from Houston to New Orleans HOU → MSY
Southwest Airlines flies nonstop from Houston (HOU) to New Orleans (MSY), several times daily. The flight takes about 1h 7m and covers 301 miles (485 km). Arrivals run on time 71.8% at HOU and 75.4% at MSY — BTS data for the last three months, counting arrivals within 15 minutes of schedule. Schedule data from 1 August 2026.
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Departure Schedule typical week
Typical weekly schedule · 46 flights per week (~7 per day) · Updated 29d ago
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Frequently asked questions
Is there a direct flight from Houston to New Orleans?
Yes, Southwest Airlines operates nonstop flights from Houston (HOU) to New Orleans (MSY).
Which airlines fly direct from Houston to New Orleans?
Southwest Airlines operates nonstop flights from Houston to New Orleans.
How long is the flight from Houston to New Orleans?
The nonstop flight from Houston to New Orleans takes ~1h 7m (approximately 485 km).
How often do direct flights operate from Houston to New Orleans?
Nonstop flights from Houston to New Orleans operate multiple daily — 46 flights per week (~7 per day).
What is the on-time performance for flights from Houston to New Orleans?
Arrivals run on time 71.8% at HOU and 75.4% at MSY — BTS data for the last three months, counting arrivals within 15 minutes of schedule.
What days of the week are there direct flights from Houston to New Orleans?
Direct flights from Houston to New Orleans operate every day of the week.
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