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$93+ Cheap flights from Oakland, CA to New Orleans (OAK - MSY)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OAK — MSY
Dec 26 — Jan 21
Thu 12/26
Thu 1/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Oakland to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in June or January, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Oakland (OAK) to New Orleans (MSY). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 21, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$193
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One-way from

$93
(FlightHub)

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June

Average price

$443
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Cheapest flights from Oakland to New Orleans
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This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/319:25 pmOAK - MSY
2 stops21h 23mSpirit Airlines
Tue 1/76:10 amMSY - OAK
1 stop16h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/20$329
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/305:30 amOAK - MSY
1 stop6h 15mDelta
Fri 1/37:25 pmMSY - OAK
1 stop6h 49mDelta
Deal found 12/20$527
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/217:15 amOAK - MSY
1 stop10h 25mSouthwest
Sat 12/283:40 pmMSY - OAK
1 stop9h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/20$533
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/316:00 amOAK - MSY
1 stop9h 36mAlaska Airlines
Tue 1/73:30 pmMSY - OAK
1 stop20h 31mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/20$543

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OAK - MSY

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Oakland

Mon 2/10

5:45 am-6:35 pm

1 stop10h 50m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 2/20

9:24 am-10:12 pm

1 stop14h 48m

$193

OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

Sun 2/2

9:46 am-2:25 pm

1 stop26h 39m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 2/5

5:46 pm-8:49 am

1 stop17h 03m

$268

OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

Tue 3/11

5:55 am-1:45 pm

1 stop5h 50m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 3/13

7:18 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$276

OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

Thu 5/22

5:50 pm-9:53 am

1 stop14h 03m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 5/26

10:50 am-4:46 pm

1 stop7h 56m

$397

OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

Sun 3/9

3:05 pm-12:10 am

1 stop7h 05m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 3/12

6:20 am-11:00 am

1 stop6h 40m

$446

OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

Wed 1/22

7:02 pm-7:29 am

2 stops10h 27m

$93

OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

Sat 1/18

6:00 am-1:53 pm

1 stop5h 53m

$138

OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

Wed 1/22

9:29 am-11:49 pm

1 stop12h 20m

$172

OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

Fri 3/21

4:50 pm-1:45 am

1 stop6h 55m

$276

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Oakland, California-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Oakland, California-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Oakland, California-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • 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.

Best time to book a flight from Oakland to New Orleans

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Oakland to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

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?

Find hourly flight availability from Oakland to New Orleans. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 21, 2024.

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

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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

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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 insights into the airlines that provide service to New Orleans. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to New Orleans. Reviews last updated December 21, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Spirit Airlines, Delta and Southwest 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
4,814 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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
4,814 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,814 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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
9,540 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,814 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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
8,597 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,814 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Sun Country Air
7.0
Good
395 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,814 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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
8,112 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,814 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Oakland to New Orleans. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($193), Alaska Airlines ($268), and Delta ($276) offers the cheapest pricing from Oakland, California to New Orleans. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 48% 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 $93. Users have also found prices from $138 and $172 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

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Oakland to New Orleans. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$180Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$266Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$266Average$591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$328Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$359Average$743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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