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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Los Angeles to New Orleans:

• Earliest: departs at 06:15 and lands at 09:55
• Latest: departs at 23:40 and lands at 03:20.

The flight takes about 3h 40m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans:

• Economy class
• Business Class

A direct flight from Los Angeles to New Orleans takes 3h 40m, covering 4,316 km.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans range from $408 to $737, with an average of $563 over the past 12 months. Anything below $408 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 26% above the $563 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $366 return via Austin Bergstrom (AUS), compared with $554 for direct.

Delta is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Breeze Airways has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Los Angeles to New Orleans flights are:

• Delta: 86% on time
• Breeze Airways: 84% on time
• Southwest: 78% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 84% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $50–$142 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A220-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Breeze Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Los Angeles to New Orleans flights, with 40% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 20%, Evening flights for 20%, and Night flights for 20%.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to New Orleans flights:

• Delta
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Los Angeles to New Orleans are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $227, which is 34% below the typical average for this route.

New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $88 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Hertz
• Priceless
• Thrifty
• Budget

Flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Los Angeles to New Orleans route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 18m.

One-stop flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans most commonly connect through:

• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) – 22% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) – 21% of one-stop connections
• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) – 17% of one-stop connections
• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) – 14% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Los Angeles to New Orleans. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $499 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $601, a difference of $102.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

3 airlines operate flights between Los Angeles and New Orleans. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Delta
• Southwest
• Breeze Airways

Flying via Houston Hobby (HOU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h 37m, compared to 5h 43m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 5h 46m via Dallas Love Field (DAL).

New Orleans is 2 hours ahead of Los Angeles (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Among airlines operating Los Angeles to New Orleans flights:

• Breeze Airways: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Southwest: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Breeze Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag and a checked bag in First Class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Need your favorite hot beverage to get going in the morning? LAX has a number of coffee shops both pre-security and post-security. This includes Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf in Terminal 1, Starbucks in Terminal 2, Peet’s Coffee in Terminal 3, and Klatch Coffee in Terminal 7.

Also referred to as MSY, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is actually located in Kenner, LA. It is just 11 miles from the downtown area and about half an hour from the French Quarter and Mercedes-Benz Superdome.

If your destination is in another town like Gonzales or Lafayette, LA, you’ll probably need to rent a car. You can do this right at the airport. To get to the rental car center at MSY, simply claim your baggage and exit from the West Terminal. Follow the walkway to the offices of car rental companies like Avis, Budget, Alamo, and Hertz.

For passengers with special needs, MSY offers a variety of services including baggage and wheelchair assistance. Make reservations for a SkyCap with your airline when you are booking your flight. If you failed to do so but still need help, look for an Airport Ambassador when you get into the arrivals hall.