MSY (New Orleans) to IAH (Houston) flights arrive on time 84% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is SkyWest Airlines at 91%. The average delay is 77 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.MSY → IAH
MSY (New Orleans) to IAH (Houston)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 84% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
SkyWest Airlines edges out Spirit Airlines on this route — 91% vs 77% on time.
Airline Comparison
SkyWest Airlines leads at 91% on time; Spirit Airlines trails at 77%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from MSY
79% on timeTSA is currently ~22 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
MSY cancels 2.2% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at IAH
80% on timeWhen flights into IAH are late, the average delay is 75 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at IAH: TSA is ~27 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated May 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.