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$149+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to New Orleans (SFO - MSY)

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SFO — MSY
Mar 30 — Apr 61
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 March 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$319
(Southwest)

One-way from

$154
(Southwest)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$519

Good round-trip deal

$457 or less

Good one-way deal

$323 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-New Orleans Louis Armstrong flight deals.
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From San Francisco to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
One-way flight from San Francisco to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($8 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Francisco to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 25, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Sun 4/612:30 amSFO - MSY
1 stop9h 13mDelta
Fri 4/111:40 pmMSY - SFO
1 stop6h 41mDelta
Deal found 3/24$319
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/288:10 pmSFO - MSY
1 stop20h 34mFrontier
Mon 3/313:25 pmMSY - SFO
1 stop32h 05mFrontier
Deal found 3/23$320
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Tue 4/2212:47 amSFO - MSY
1 stop6h 57mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/294:19 pmMSY - SFO
1 stop6h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$322
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/911:59 pmSFO - MSY
1 stop8h 28mSun Country Air
Sun 11/239:58 amMSY - SFO
1 stop9h 20mSun Country Air
Deal found 3/23$325
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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.
Mon 4/213:45 pmSFO - MSY
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Fri 4/255:30 pmMSY - SFO
2 stops8h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 3/22$327
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Tue 4/1511:20 amSFO - MSY
Nonstop4h 23mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/196:45 pmMSY - SFO
Nonstop4h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/23$329
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Sat 5/36:09 pmSFO - MSY
2 stops24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/99:55 amMSY - SFO
1 stop9h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/23$331
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Sun 4/67:55 pmSFO - MSY
1 stop7h 39mAlaska Airlines
Mon 4/146:59 pmMSY - SFO
1 stop21h 22mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/23$341

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to New Orleans that are best for you.

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San FranciscoNew Orleans

SFO - MSY

SFOMSY

San Francisco

Sun 4/6

12:30 am-11:43 am

1 stop9h 13m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 4/11

1:40 pm-6:21 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$319

San FranciscoNew Orleans

SFO - MSY

SFOMSY

San Francisco

Fri 3/28

8:10 pm-6:44 pm

1 stop20h 34m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 3/31

3:25 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop32h 05m

$320

San FranciscoNew Orleans

SFO - MSY

SFOMSY

San Francisco

Tue 4/22

12:47 am-9:44 am

1 stop6h 57m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 4/29

4:19 pm-8:48 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$322

San FranciscoNew Orleans

SFO - MSY

SFOMSY

San Francisco

Mon 4/21

3:45 pm-12:25 am

1 stop6h 40m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 4/25

5:30 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops8h 20m

$327

San FranciscoNew Orleans

SFO - MSY

SFOMSY

San Francisco

Tue 4/15

11:20 am-5:43 pm

Nonstop4h 23m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 4/19

6:45 pm-9:34 pm

Nonstop4h 49m

$329

San FranciscoNew Orleans

SFO - MSY

SFOMSY

San Francisco

Sat 5/3

6:09 pm-8:49 pm

2 stops24h 40m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 5/9

9:55 am-5:13 pm

1 stop9h 18m

$331

San FranciscoNew Orleans

SFO - MSY

SFOMSY

San Francisco

Sun 4/6

7:55 pm-5:34 am

1 stop7h 39m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 4/14

6:59 pm-2:21 pm

1 stop21h 22m

$341

San FranciscoNew Orleans

SFO - MSY

SFOMSY

San Francisco

Sat 6/14

9:30 am-4:30 pm

1 stop29h 00m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 6/22

6:00 pm-8:08 am

1 stop16h 08m

$405

San FranciscoNew Orleans

SFO - MSY

SFOMSY

San Francisco

Thu 5/15

9:35 pm-8:45 am

1 stop9h 10m

$149

San FranciscoNew Orleans

SFO - MSY

SFOMSY

San Francisco

Wed 4/9

6:00 pm-9:41 am

1 stop13h 41m

$150

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to New Orleans in March.
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
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*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 Francisco-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 Francisco-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-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 Francisco-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 San Francisco to New Orleans

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to New Orleans

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

Booking 82 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco to New Orleans?

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 March 25, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 10% on flights from San Francisco to New Orleans by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on March 16, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons 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 March 25, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from San Francisco to New Orleans. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from San Francisco to New Orleans?

    Booking a flight from San Francisco (SFO) to New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is your only option if you wish to fly from San Francisco to New Orleans. On a typical day, there are 3 flights from San Francisco to Louis Armstrong, all of which are around 4h 05m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 7 airlines when you book a flight from San Francisco to New Orleans.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to New Orleans flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to New Orleans round-trip?

    Currently priced at $319, Southwest will fly you from San Francisco to New Orleans and back. In addition to Southwest, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $322 and $324, respectively. These flights start at 32% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to New Orleans are Southwest ($154), Frontier ($155), and Alaska Airlines ($159).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to New Orleans?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to New Orleans consider choosing Virgin Australia (82%), Emirates (79%) or Air New Zealand (79%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,072 for a flight from San Francisco to New Orleans. The cheapest flight overall is $188 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - New Orleans Louis Armstrong) is currently priced at $245.

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

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

    Space Center Houston, Houston Zoo, and House of Blues Houston are currently the most popular points of interest in Houston at the moment. 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 $37.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Dallas?

    Most Dallas visitors opt to spend their time at American Airlines Center, Dos Equis Pavilion, and Dallas World Aquarium. American Airlines Center, Dos Equis Pavilion and Dallas World Aquarium are located about 15.0 mi, 18.3 mi, and 15.5 mi, respectively from Dallas/Fort Worth if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers can rent a car at Dallas/Fort Worth for an average daily rate of $55 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Los Angeles?

    Los Angeles travelers tend to visit Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and L.A. Live more than any other attractions. Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and L.A. Live are located about 12.5 mi, 11.7 mi, and 10.8 mi, respectively from Los Angeles. Travelers in need of a car in Los Angeles can rent one for about $38 per day.

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

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco to New Orleans.

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

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

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

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 March 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$124Average$237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$187Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$215Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$241Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$286Average$538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$308Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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