LGA (New York) to MSY (New Orleans) flights arrive on time 74% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Spirit Airlines at 89%. The average delay is 74 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.LGA → MSY
LGA (New York) to MSY (New Orleans)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 74% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Spirit Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 89% on time vs Southwest Airlines at 69%.
Airline Comparison
Spirit Airlines leads at 89% on time; Southwest Airlines trails at 69%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from LGA
79% on timeExpect ~22 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. LGA has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~39 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
LGA cancels 3.1% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
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.