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$97+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to New Orleans (MSY)

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SFO — MSY
Dec 31 — Jan 71
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco Bay Area (zzXIH) 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 26, 2024.

Round-trip from

$195
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$99
(FlightHub)
From San Francisco Bay Area to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
One-way flight from San Francisco Bay Area to New Orleans Louis Armstrong

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 26, 2024.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Sat 12/2812:04 pmSJC - MSY
1 stop6h 58mSpirit Airlines
Thu 1/26:10 amMSY - SJC
1 stop27h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/25$424
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Fri 12/276:36 pmOAK - MSY
2 stops23h 29mSpirit Airlines
Sat 1/257:00 amMSY - OAK
3 stops18h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/25$427
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Fri 12/278:10 pmSJC - MSY
1 stop6h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/253:25 pmMSY - SJC
1 stop22h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/25$428
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Tue 12/316:00 amSFO - MSY
1 stop8h 31mDelta
Wed 1/81:59 pmMSY - SFO
1 stop8h 09mDelta
Deal found 12/25$442
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Sat 12/2810:15 amSFO - MSY
1 stop6h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/57:35 pmMSY - SFO
1 stop7h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/25$518
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Thu 12/2612:30 amSFO - MSY
1 stop6h 14mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/35:00 amMSY - SFO
1 stop6h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/25$521
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/273:03 pmSFO - MSY
1 stop26h 07mFrontier
Sat 1/253:25 pmMSY - SFO
1 stop10h 44mFrontier
Deal found 12/25$545
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Thu 12/268:00 amOAK - MSY
1 stop8h 45mSouthwest
Sun 12/295:20 amMSY - OAK
1 stop8h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 12/25$568
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Fri 12/275:30 amOAK - MSY
1 stop6h 15mDelta
Tue 12/311:00 pmMSY - OAK
2 stops12h 13mDelta
Deal found 12/25$573
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Thu 12/2612:50 pmSFO - MSY
2 stops8h 35mSouthwest
Fri 1/35:25 amMSY - SFO
1 stop8h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/25$573
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Wed 12/2510:55 pmSJC - MSY
1 stop7h 49mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/315:00 amMSY - SJC
1 stop8h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/23$651
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/256:35 amSJC - MSY
2 stops7h 30mSouthwest
Tue 12/311:50 pmMSY - SJC
2 stops9h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/23$681

Find flights from San Francisco Bay Area to New Orleans within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco Bay Area to New Orleans that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 26, 2024.

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San JoseNew Orleans

SJC - MSY

SJCMSY

San Jose

Mon 1/6

8:10 pm-5:05 am

1 stop6h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/9

3:25 pm-12:08 pm

1 stop22h 43m

$195

OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

Thu 1/23

7:42 am-6:35 pm

1 stop8h 53m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 1/28

10:26 am-9:35 pm

1 stop13h 09m

$195

San JoseNew Orleans

SJC - MSY

SJCMSY

San Jose

Mon 1/6

6:08 pm-8:05 pm

2 stops23h 57m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/9

8:28 pm-10:41 am

2 stops16h 13m

$214

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

3:30 pm-9:06 am

1 stop19h 36m

$276

OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

Sat 1/18

6:00 am-1:53 pm

1 stop5h 53m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 1/22

11:21 am-11:56 pm

2 stops14h 35m

$281

San FranciscoNew Orleans

SFO - MSY

SFOMSY

San Francisco

Wed 1/15

5:55 am-1:33 pm

1 stop5h 38m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 1/22

9:33 am-4:11 pm

2 stops8h 38m

$293

OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

Thu 1/30

5:45 am-6:35 pm

1 stop10h 50m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 2/1

7:00 am-7:06 pm

1 stop14h 06m

$295

San FranciscoNew Orleans

SFO - MSY

SFOMSY

San Francisco

Mon 3/3

6:00 am-6:43 pm

1 stop10h 43m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 3/8

7:39 pm-12:43 am

1 stop7h 04m

$297

San FranciscoNew Orleans

SFO - MSY

SFOMSY

San Francisco

Sun 1/19

2:07 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop22h 18m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 1/25

7:00 am-4:32 pm

2 stops11h 32m

$298

San FranciscoNew Orleans

SFO - MSY

SFOMSY

San Francisco

Fri 1/17

9:10 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop15h 15m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 1/20

5:46 pm-12:52 pm

1 stop21h 06m

$299

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco Bay Area to New Orleans

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to New Orleans?

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 26, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Francisco Bay Area to New Orleans as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area to New Orleans

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The most flights from zzXIH to MSY are scheduled on a Tuesday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

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 December 26, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco Bay Area to New Orleans, such as Spirit Airlines, Delta and American Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very good
4,752 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

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
4,752 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,752 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

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
9,553 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,752 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

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
8,580 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,752 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

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
9,006 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,752 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

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
4,752 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

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

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to New Orleans from San Francisco Bay Area?

    Most people fly into New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) if they book a flight to New Orleans from San Francisco Bay Area. Louis Armstrong is conveniently located just 11.4 mi from New Orleans’s city center.

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

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco Bay Area to New Orleans are Spirit Airlines ($99), Delta ($138), and Frontier ($148).

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco Bay Area to New Orleans?

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San Francisco Bay Area to New Orleans on time: Emirates (95%), Virgin Australia (87%), Air New Zealand (87%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $235. While the most popular route (San Francisco - New Orleans Louis Armstrong) can be booked for $200 on average our data indicates $619 when flying from San Francisco Bay Area to New Orleans.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$125Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$175Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$223Average$600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$229Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$289Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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