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LAX to MSY Turbulence Forecast

Is the Los Angeles to New Orleans flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.

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MSY
Los Angeles · New Orleans · 4h 17m
10
Turb Score
4h 17m
Duration
1,680 nm
Distance
38,000 ft
Cruise Alt.
Moderate
Typical
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Typical turbulence along the route

Historical average pattern for LAX–MSY

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About the LAX–MSY route

The Los Angeles to New Orleans domestic route is generally one of the smoother flights in the US network, covering 1,934 miles at around 38,000 feet. Turbulence is most common when weather systems cross the Midwest or when the flight path skirts the Rocky Mountains. Short duration means any rough patches pass quickly.

The route is served by Southwest, Delta, United, Spirit on Airbus A321 · Boeing 737 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 38,000 feet over a distance of 1,934 miles (1,680 nautical miles).

💡 Tip: Domestic routes are generally smoother. Mountain crossings are the main turbulence source.

Turbulence levels on LAX–MSY

What to expect at each phase of the flight

SmoothDeparture & arrival — climb and descent phases are generally calm
LightMinor bumps — drink stays in your cup, walking feels slightly unsteady
ModerateNoticeable bumps — stay seated with seatbelt on, service may pause
HeavyStrong jolts — unsecured items move, crew seated. Rare but possible

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Best time to fly LAX–MSY

Turbulence by month

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Best seat on LAX–MSY

Airbus A321

Front
Rows 1–18
Light
✓ Wing
Rows 19-30
Smoothest
Rear
Rows 31+
Rougher
Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Los Angeles to New Orleans flight turbulent?
The LAX–MSY route typically experiences moderate turbulence. A very smooth flight with minimal turbulence expected. The turbulence score for this route is 10/100.
When is turbulence worst on LAX to MSY?
Domestic routes are generally smoother. Mountain crossings are the main turbulence source. Check the turbulence chart above for the typical pattern along this specific route.
Which seat is smoothest on LAX to MSY?
Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Airbus A321 (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 19-30. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.
How long is the flight from LAX to MSY?
The LAX to MSY flight takes approximately 4h 17m, covering 1,934 miles (1,680 nautical miles).
Which airlines fly LAX to MSY?
The main airlines operating this route are Southwest, Delta, United, Spirit, flying Airbus A321 · Boeing 737 aircraft.

Data Sources

Scores represent typical conditions. Actual turbulence varies daily. For real-time forecasts, use the Turbulence Forecast app. · About our data