Direct flights from St. Louis to New Orleans
11 nonstop flights a week on 1 airline. Zero layovers — one hop from STL to MSY.
Flight time: about 1h27m nonstop
Which days does it fly?
When does it fly?
Departure times in St. Louis local time, from flights observed over the last 7 days.
| Flight | Departs | Duration | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest SWA3870 | 8:28a | 1h26m | Mon, Tue, Sun |
| Southwest SWA3870 | 8:38a | 1h27m | Wed |
| Southwest SWA4105 | 8:44a | 1h22m | Thu |
| Southwest SWA3870 | 8:47a | 1h30m | Fri |
| Southwest SWA4005 | 2:24p | 1h28m | Sat |
| Southwest SWA4005 | 8:53p | 1h25m | Mon |
| Southwest SWA4005 | 9:31p | 1h27m | Fri |
| Southwest SWA4005 | 9:52p | 1h27m | Thu |
| Southwest SWA4005 | 10:04p | 1h32m | Sun |
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The route
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Nonstop from St. Louis (STL) to New Orleans (MSY)
St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) has 11 nonstop flights a week to New Orleans (MSY), operated by Southwest. No layovers, no connections — one hop out of STL and you're there.
This route flies every day of the week, so any travel day works. Route data updated October 2026 from observed departures.
Route data updated October 2026 from observed flight departures. Schedules change — always confirm with the airline before booking.
How long is the flight from St. Louis to New Orleans?
The nonstop flight from St. Louis (STL) to New Orleans (MSY) takes about 1h27m in the air, based on recently observed nonstop departures.
How long does it take to drive from St. Louis to New Orleans?
Driving from St. Louis to New Orleans takes about 9h 45m, covering roughly 676 miles. The nonstop flight takes about 1h27m.