Travelling from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport (MSY) to Houston: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport to Houston and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 15 minutes.
Houston and New Orleans (where Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport is located) are both in the UTC-6 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
The busiest flight route is from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport (MSY) to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). You can choose from 62 services between these airports each week.
To avoid missing your MSY to Houston flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
You can book a direct Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport to Houston ticket. Begin your journey at MSY and end it at Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
Popular carriers that offer direct flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport to Houston include:
MSY is about 19 kilometres from central New Orleans. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near MSY. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport to Houston or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
79% of flights that leave from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport reach their destination on time.
MSY is located at 900 Airline Highway.
How to find the cheapest flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport (MSY) to Houston
78 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport to Houston flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 129 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap flights from MSY to Houston by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for finding the biggest deals.
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Airports in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport to Houston. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IAH instead:
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport around three weeks before your flight from MSY to Houston.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
Once your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport to Houston has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Houston is roughly 19 kilometres from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near HOU. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your MSY to Houston flight:
Lock in the best price by booking your ride from HOU four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Houston Hobby Airport can be found at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
July is the most popular month for flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport to Houston. To skip the crowds, head to Houston in January.
Before locking in your Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport to Houston plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Houston, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from MSY to Houston around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Houston
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Houston right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport to Houston:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and The Menil Collection are essential stops on your Houston itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Houston has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. About 306 kilometres west of Houston, a visit to San Antonio will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza.
Around 370 kilometres north of Houston, Dallas is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art.
