What are the cheapest airlines flying from Oakland, California to New Orleans round-trip?

According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($186), and Alaska Airlines ($293) offers the cheapest pricing from Oakland, California to New Orleans. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 51% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Oakland, California to New Orleans one-way?

For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $78. Users have also found prices from $144 and $202 on Delta and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Oakland, California to New Orleans?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Oakland, California to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Oakland, California to New Orleans?

The most popular airlines flying from Oakland, California to New Orleans are Alaska Airlines, Delta and Spirit Airlines. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Oakland, California to New Orleans?

Flying to your destination on a Wednesday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to New Orleans. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Oakland, California to New Orleans?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 20 days in advance to save up to 29% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 20 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Oakland, California to New Orleans 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $459, or $558 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Oakland, California to New Orleans?

Our data shows that September tends to be the cheapest month to fly to New Orleans from Oakland, California. Users have commonly found prices around $475 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $236. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in December.

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Most trusted provider : When it comes to deals on Oakland, California-New Orleans flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Oakland, California-New Orleans flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Can I find deals for flights from Oakland to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Oakland to New Orleans flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Oakland to New Orleans?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Oakland to New Orleans.

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The best prices from Oakland to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in June or August, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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One-way from	$78 (Cheapflightsfares)
Popular in	December
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Average price	$351

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Oakland to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 16, 2025.

Thu 2/67:42 amOAK - MSY

1 stop8h 53mSpirit Airlines

Tue 2/181:13 pmMSY - OAK

2 stops24h 32mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 1/16

$186

Wed 4/96:00 amOAK - MSY

1 stop7h 29mDelta

Wed 4/164:30 pmMSY - OAK

1 stop9h 15mDelta

Deal found 1/16

$344

Sat 2/810:41 amOAK - MSY

1 stop25h 44mAlaska Airlines

Sun 2/95:46 pmMSY - OAK

1 stop17h 03mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 1/16

$347

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Discover carefully curated flight deals from Oakland to New Orleans that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

Thu 2/67:42 amOAK - MSY

1 stop8h 53mSpirit Airlines

Tue 2/181:13 pmMSY - OAK

2 stops24h 32mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 1/16

$186

Sun 2/26:32 amOAK - MSY

1 stop8h 14mAlaska Airlines

Wed 2/55:46 pmMSY - OAK

1 stop17h 03mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 1/15

$293

Wed 2/59:29 amOAK - MSY

1 stop12h 20mMultiple Airlines

Fri 2/710:26 amMSY - OAK

1 stop13h 09mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 1/15

$336

Last-minute flights from Oakland to New Orleans
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Tue 1/217:02 pmOAK - MSY

2 stops15h 18mMultiple Airlines

Thu 1/233:30 pmMSY - OAK

2 stops19h 19mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 1/15

$643

Thu 1/235:45 amOAK - MSY

2 stops15h 48mSpirit Airlines

Sat 2/17:00 amMSY - OAK

2 stops16h 35mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 1/16

$340

Thu 1/239:46 amOAK - MSY

1 stop26h 39mAlaska Airlines

Sat 2/15:46 pmMSY - OAK

1 stop17h 03mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 1/16

$529

Sun 1/267:05 amOAK - MSY

1 stop5h 20mSouthwest

Wed 1/2911:35 amMSY - OAK

1 stop9h 40mSouthwest

Deal found 1/16

$494

Sun 2/26:32 amOAK - MSY

1 stop8h 14mAlaska Airlines

Wed 2/55:46 pmMSY - OAK

1 stop17h 03mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 1/15

$293

Wed 2/59:29 amOAK - MSY

1 stop12h 20mMultiple Airlines

Fri 2/710:26 amMSY - OAK

1 stop13h 09mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 1/15

$336

Thu 2/67:42 amOAK - MSY

1 stop8h 53mSpirit Airlines

Tue 2/181:13 pmMSY - OAK

2 stops24h 32mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 1/16

$186

One-way flights from Oakland to New Orleans
Search for one-way flight options from Oakland to New Orleans. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

Mon 3/1010:30 amOAK - MSY

1 stop8h 10mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 1/15

$78

Tue 4/155:55 amOAK - MSY

1 stop7h 34mDelta

Deal found 1/15

$144

Sun 3/307:00 pmOAK - MSY

3 stops24h 36mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 1/15

$172

Mon 3/176:49 amOAK - MSY

2 stops30h 36mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 1/16

$202

Wed 4/169:30 amOAK - MSY

2 stops9h 00mSouthwest

Deal found 1/15

$254

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Return

Price

OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

Thu 2/6

7:42 am-6:35 pm

1 stop8h 53m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 2/18

1:13 pm-11:45 am

2 stops24h 32m

$186

OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

Sun 2/2

6:32 am-4:46 pm

1 stop8h 14m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 2/5

5:46 pm-8:49 am

1 stop17h 03m

$293

OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

Wed 2/5

9:29 am-11:49 pm

1 stop12h 20m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 2/7

10:26 am-9:35 pm

1 stop13h 09m

$336

OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

Mon 3/10

10:30 am-8:40 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$78

OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

Tue 4/15

5:55 am-3:29 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$144

OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

Sun 3/30

7:00 pm-9:36 pm

3 stops24h 36m

$172

OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

Mon 3/17

6:49 am-3:25 pm

2 stops30h 36m

$202

OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

Wed 4/16

9:30 am-8:30 pm

2 stops9h 00m

$254

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Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
Expedia	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Priceline	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.com	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
CheapOair	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*2 stars
Cheapflightsfares	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*1 star
Cheapfaremart	Price Accuracy-	Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

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Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Oakland, California-New Orleans flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Oakland, California-New Orleans flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Oakland to New Orleans

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Oakland, California to New Orleans?

Booking 37 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Oakland, California to New Orleans. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Oakland, California to New Orleans?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Oakland, California to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from OAK to MSY?

It’s typically best to fly out from Oakland, California to New Orleans at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 37% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in New Orleans by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Orleans ranges from 3.3 - 6.4 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.4 in. October is typically the driest time to visit New Orleans when rainfall is around 3.3 in.

Temperature in New Orleans by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Orleans, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Spirit Airlines and Alaska Airlines from Oakland to New Orleans by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Southwest

8.1

Very good

4,659 reviews

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Southwest

8.1

Very good

4,659 reviews

Southwest

8.1

Very good

4,659 reviews

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

9,681 reviews

Southwest

8.1

Very good

4,659 reviews

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Delta

8.0

Very good

8,511 reviews

Southwest

8.1

Very good

4,659 reviews

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Spirit Airlines

6.3

Okay

8,098 reviews

Southwest

8.1

Very good

4,659 reviews

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Oakland, California to New Orleans round-trip?
According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($186), and Alaska Airlines ($293) offers the cheapest pricing from Oakland, California to New Orleans. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 51% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Oakland, California to New Orleans one-way?
For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $78. Users have also found prices from $144 and $202 on Delta and Alaska Airlines, respectively.
Can I find deals for flights from Oakland to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Oakland to New Orleans flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Oakland to New Orleans?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Oakland to New Orleans.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Oakland to New Orleans?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Oakland to New Orleans by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Oakland, California to New Orleans?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Oakland, California to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Oakland to New Orleans

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$184	Average$288	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
Alaska Airlines	Cheapest$266	Average$591	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%
Delta	Cheapest$267	Average$379	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Southwest	Cheapest$333	Average$483	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
United Airlines	Cheapest$359	Average$773	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%

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Travel insights for flights from Oakland to New Orleans

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Oakland, California to New Orleans?

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