Which airline is most reliable for LAX (Los Angeles) to MSY (New Orleans)?

The most reliable airline on the LAX to MSY route is Spirit Airlines, with an on-time arrival rate of 87%.

How often are flights delayed from LAX to MSY?

About 15% of flights from LAX to MSY experience delays. 85% arrive on time.

What's the average delay on LAX to MSY flights?

When flights from LAX to MSY are delayed, the average delay is approximately 65 minutes.

Is a short connection safe after a LAX to MSY flight?

With 85% of LAX to MSY flights arriving on time and an average delay of 65 minutes when late, a connection under 60 minutes at MSY is risky. We recommend at least 75-90 minutes for domestic connections after this route.

LAX → MSY

LAX (Los Angeles) to MSY (New Orleans)

LAX (Los Angeles) to MSY (New Orleans) flights arrive on time 85% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Spirit Airlines at 87%. The average delay is 65 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.

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This route is on time most of the time. About 85% of flights arrive on schedule.

Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

Accurate?

Spirit Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 87% on time vs American Airlines at 53%.

Airline Comparison

Spirit Airlines leads at 87% on time; American Airlines trails at 53%.

Accurate?

Good to know

Departing from LAX

82% on time

Expect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. LAX has long runway queues.

TSA is currently ~22 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).

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Arriving at MSY

79% on time

When flights into MSY are late, the average delay is 67 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.

If connecting at MSY: TSA is ~22 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.

MSY has a 2.2% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.

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Data last updated May 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.