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$42+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana to New Orleans (SNA - MSY)

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SNA — MSY
Apr 27 — May 41
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in August or April, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Santa Ana to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) 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 April 22, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$142
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$42
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$425
Provider with most accurate pricing for Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-New Orleans Louis Armstrong flight deals.
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From Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
One-way flight from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($22 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 22, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/134:27 pmSNA - MSY
1 stop11h 23mSpirit Airlines
Fri 5/166:52 amMSY - SNA
1 stop9h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/22$142
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/284:27 pmSNA - MSY
1 stop11h 23mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/57:21 pmMSY - SNA
1 stop17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$173
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/252:15 pmSNA - MSY
1 stop7h 16mDelta
Fri 5/3012:35 pmMSY - SNA
1 stop9h 47mDelta
Deal found 4/22$277
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/61:28 pmSNA - MSY
2 stops6h 46mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/92:12 pmMSY - SNA
1 stop5h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$278
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Fri 11/283:25 pmSNA - MSY
1 stop5h 50mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/62:40 pmMSY - SNA
1 stop8h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/21$360
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/37:00 pmSNA - MSY
1 stop8h 32mAlaska Airlines
Sat 12/63:30 pmMSY - SNA
1 stop9h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/22$383
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Sun 6/221:35 pmSNA - MSY
2 stops7h 50mSouthwest
Sun 6/294:35 pmMSY - SNA
2 stops7h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 4/22$547
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/225:45 pmSNA - MSY
1 stop10h 10mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 4/237:15 amMSY - SNA
1 stop9h 04mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/22$755

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Santa AnaNew Orleans

SNA - MSY

SNAMSY

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 5/13

4:27 pm-5:50 am

1 stop11h 23m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 5/16

6:52 am-2:21 pm

1 stop9h 29m

$142

Santa AnaNew Orleans

SNA - MSY

SNAMSY

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 5/28

4:27 pm-5:50 am

1 stop11h 23m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 6/5

7:21 pm-11:16 am

1 stop17h 55m

$173

Santa AnaNew Orleans

SNA - MSY

SNAMSY

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 8/6

11:30 am-8:06 pm

1 stop6h 36m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 8/9

9:57 am-3:50 pm

1 stop7h 53m

$273

Santa AnaNew Orleans

SNA - MSY

SNAMSY

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 5/25

2:15 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop7h 16m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 5/30

12:35 pm-8:22 pm

1 stop9h 47m

$277

Santa AnaNew Orleans

SNA - MSY

SNAMSY

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 5/14

1:20 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop6h 05m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 5/16

2:46 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop9h 14m

$379

Santa AnaNew Orleans

SNA - MSY

SNAMSY

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 6/5

7:14 pm-6:01 am

1 stop8h 47m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 6/9

5:46 pm-8:33 pm

1 stop28h 47m

$400

Santa AnaNew Orleans

SNA - MSY

SNAMSY

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 6/30

9:10 pm-11:40 am

1 stop12h 30m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 7/2

10:35 am-4:05 pm

2 stops7h 30m

$415

Santa AnaNew Orleans

SNA - MSY

SNAMSY

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 6/3

12:59 pm-6:29 pm

3 stops27h 30m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 6/6

9:00 am-12:14 pm

3 stops29h 14m

$955

Santa AnaNew Orleans

SNA - MSY

SNAMSY

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 5/27

7:58 pm-5:50 am

1 stop7h 52m

$42

Santa AnaNew Orleans

SNA - MSY

SNAMSY

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 5/7

12:01 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop28h 49m

$96

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Ana to New Orleans

How far ahead should I book a flight from Santa Ana to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santa Ana to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on April 18, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Santa Ana to New Orleans may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 68 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Ana to New Orleans?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Ana 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 April 22, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Santa Ana to New Orleans in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 39% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Santa Ana to New Orleans?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Ana to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday 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 April 22, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from Santa Ana to New Orleans by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Ana to New Orleans round-trip?

    Currently priced at $142, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Santa Ana to New Orleans and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, 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 $273 and $277, respectively. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 70% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Ana to New Orleans one-way?

    $42 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and Southwest, with prices starting from $96 and $219, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Ana to New Orleans?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Ana to New Orleans?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to New Orleans?

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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$131Average$245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$257Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$332Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$332Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$476Average$563FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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