IAH (Houston) to MSY (New Orleans) flights arrive on time 80% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Frontier Airlines at 92%. The average delay is 67 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.IAH → MSY
IAH (Houston) to MSY (New Orleans)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 80% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Frontier Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 92% on time vs Spirit Airlines at 76%.
Airline Comparison
Frontier Airlines leads at 92% on time; Spirit Airlines trails at 76%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from IAH
79% on timeExpect ~19 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. IAH has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~24 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at MSY
79% on timeWhen flights into MSY are late, the average delay is 68 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at MSY: TSA is ~28 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.