MSY (New Orleans) to AUS (Austin) flights arrive on time 78% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is American Airlines at 80%. The average delay is 55 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.MSY → AUS
MSY (New Orleans) to AUS (Austin)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 78% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Airlines are roughly equal on this route — American Airlines leads slightly at 80% vs SkyWest Airlines at 77%.
Airline Comparison
American Airlines leads at 80% on time; SkyWest Airlines trails at 77%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from MSY
79% on timeTSA is currently ~28 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at AUS
78% on timeWhen flights into AUS are late, the average delay is 68 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at AUS: TSA is ~23 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.