Charter Houston to New Orleans privately from US$10,000, about 1h 05m gate to gate. Request your price in minutes.
This route runs both ways — Houston (IAH) to New Orleans (MSY) and New Orleans to Houston — timed and priced alike.
Houston and New Orleans lie approximately 489 km apart (304 mi / 264 nm) on a direct routing.
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Expect US$10,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Houston and New Orleans, depending on the aircraft — a very light jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. It seats 6-8 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 05m | 59 min – 1h 12m | US$10,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 02m | 56 min – 1h 08m | US$11,000 | 6-8 |
| Turboprop | 1h 23m | 1h 15m – 1h 31m | US$10,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 05m | US$10,000 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 03m | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 02m | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 02m | US$11,000 – US$15,500 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 00m | US$12,000 – US$17,000 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 58 min | US$13,000 – US$18,500 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 23m | US$10,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 18m | US$10,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Jet charter costs between Houston and New Orleans are driven by three main factors: the direct distance and winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, and airside fees at each airport. Final pricing is confirmed against real aircraft availability before you book.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Houston, United States: George Bush Intercontinental Airport, Ellington Airport, Conroe-North Houston Regional Airport, David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport, Sugar Land Regional Airport and William P. Hobby Airport.
New Orleans, United States: Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, New Orleans NAS JRB/Alvin Callender Field, Lakefront Airport, Port of South Louisiana Executive Regional Airport, Hammond Northshore Regional Airport and Houma Terrebonne Airport.
| George Bush Intercontinental Airport | Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KIAH / IAH | KMSY / MSY |
| Longest hard runway | 12,001 ft | 10,104 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Porous friction course |
| Field elevation | 97 ft | 4 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Houston to New Orleans can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. George Bush Intercontinental Airport has 12,001 ft and Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport 10,104 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 489 km.
Alternates within range: Ellington Airport (9,001 ft, 45 km) · Conroe-North Houston Regional Airport (7,501 ft, 41 km) · David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport (7,009 ft, 22 km) · Sugar Land Regional Airport (8,000 ft, 50 km) · New Orleans NAS JRB/Alvin Callender Field (10,000 ft, 29 km) · Lakefront Airport (6,879 ft, 23 km) · Port of South Louisiana Executive Regional Airport (5,151 ft, 32 km) · Hammond Northshore Regional Airport (6,502 ft, 61 km)
Every aircraft and crew we place is from a certified, audited operator. You fly with professionals, not unknowns.
Our team responds to Houston–New Orleans quote requests within the hour during business hours, with real aircraft options.
No hubs, no layovers, no fixed departures. The Houston–New Orleans sector leaves when you do.
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
Houston–New Orleans is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$10,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 05m gate to gate over 489 km (304 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Very Light Jet, Light Jet, Turboprop are the usual choices here; our pick is a very light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Houston–New Orleans charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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