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$55+ Cheap flights from San Diego to New Orleans (SAN - MSY)

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The best prices from San Diego to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in August or January, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 enero 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$227
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$55
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$307
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From San Diego to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
One-way flight from San Diego to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to New Orleans
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This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
dom. 2/96:25 amSAN - MSY
1 stop8h 39mMultiple Airlines
dom. 2/169:24 amMSY - SAN
1 stop15h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$228
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 2/101:31 pmSAN - MSY
2 stops16h 09mSpirit Airlines
vie. 2/145:50 pmMSY - SAN
3 stops31h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/16$229
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 2/210:30 pmSAN - MSY
1 stop9h 32mUnited Airlines
lun. 2/35:25 pmMSY - SAN
1 stop6h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$242
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 2/58:25 amSAN - MSY
1 stop6h 19mAmerican Airlines
dom. 2/96:00 amMSY - SAN
1 stop6h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/16$247
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
vie. 4/2510:40 pmSAN - MSY
1 stop8h 16mDelta
mar. 4/296:35 pmMSY - SAN
1 stop6h 21mDelta
Deal found 1/16$303
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
sáb. 2/17:55 pmSAN - MSY
2 stops18h 51mAlaska Airlines
mar. 2/45:46 pmMSY - SAN
1 stop17h 44mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/16$306

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San DiegoNew Orleans

SAN - MSY

SANMSY

San Diego

mié. 3/12

6:15 am-9:27 pm

2 stops13h 12m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

lun. 3/17

10:32 pm-10:13 pm

3 stops25h 41m

$227

San DiegoNew Orleans

SAN - MSY

SANMSY

San Diego

dom. 2/9

6:25 am-5:04 pm

1 stop8h 39m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

dom. 2/16

9:24 am-10:56 pm

1 stop15h 32m

$228

San DiegoNew Orleans

SAN - MSY

SANMSY

San Diego

sáb. 4/19

6:25 am-7:02 pm

1 stop10h 37m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 4/24

7:50 pm-12:09 am

1 stop6h 19m

$229

San DiegoNew Orleans

SAN - MSY

SANMSY

San Diego

dom. 2/2

10:30 pm-10:02 am

1 stop9h 32m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

lun. 2/3

5:25 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$242

San DiegoNew Orleans

SAN - MSY

SANMSY

San Diego

jue. 1/30

11:48 am-11:49 pm

1 stop10h 01m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mié. 2/5

3:30 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop10h 29m

$246

San DiegoNew Orleans

SAN - MSY

SANMSY

San Diego

mié. 1/29

11:38 am-8:36 pm

1 stop6h 58m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mar. 2/4

1:43 pm-7:09 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$267

San DiegoNew Orleans

SAN - MSY

SANMSY

San Diego

mar. 4/29

12:48 pm-8:02 pm

1 stop5h 14m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mar. 5/6

8:03 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$338

San DiegoNew Orleans

SAN - MSY

SANMSY

San Diego

dom. 2/9

6:25 am-5:04 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$75

San DiegoNew Orleans

SAN - MSY

SANMSY

San Diego

mar. 2/11

6:15 am-6:35 pm

1 stop10h 20m

$83

San DiegoNew Orleans

SAN - MSY

SANMSY

San Diego

jue. 1/30

8:30 am-5:17 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$109

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to New Orleans in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 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 San Diego-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-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 San Diego-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 San Diego to New Orleans

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Diego to New Orleans including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2025.

Booking 62 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Diego 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 San Diego to New Orleans?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from San Diego 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 SAN to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 enero 17, 2025.

When flying from San Diego to New Orleans, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 9% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in New Orleans by month

Plan your trip to New Orleans by taking into account the average rainfall totals 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

Plan your trip to New Orleans by taking into account the average temperature totals 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 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 enero 17, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines, Southwest and United Airlines from San Diego to New Orleans to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
8,965 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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 San Diego 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 San Diego to New Orleans round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Diego to New Orleans round-trip from $227. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $242, and Alaska Airlines, from $246. Spirit Airlines is 38% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to New Orleans one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Diego to New Orleans are Frontier ($55), Spirit Airlines ($88), and American Airlines ($116).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to New Orleans?

    While on average a flight from San Diego to New Orleans is generally $517, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $174. When looking at the most popular route, (San Diego - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), you can expect to pay $145 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Diego to New Orleans?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Houston?

    Most Houston visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Space Center Houston, Houston Zoo, and House of Blues Houston. Space Center Houston, Houston Zoo, and House of Blues Houston can be visited by traveling about 33.5 mi, 18.9 mi, and 16.2 mi respectively from Houston George Bush Intcntl. Those on a layover in Houston in need of a rental car can book one at Houston George Bush Intcntl for about $38.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Diego to New Orleans flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to New Orleans?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to New Orleans?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to New Orleans?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from San Diego 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 7 airlines flying from San Diego to New Orleans

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 enero 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$140Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$235Average$323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$235Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$244Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$278Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$316Average$509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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