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$137+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to New Orleans (SBA - 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 2/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — MSY
Jan 21 — Jan 281
Tue 1/21
Tue 1/28
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The best prices from Santa Barbara to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in February or August, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) 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 January 16, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$273
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$137
(Delta)

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February

Average price

$861
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 16, 2025.

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.
Wed 2/51:10 pmSBA - MSY
1 stop6h 07mUnited Airlines
Sat 2/84:00 pmMSY - SBA
1 stop7h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$273
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Sat 4/265:45 amSBA - MSY
1 stop6h 00mDelta
Tue 4/292:20 pmMSY - SBA
1 stop8h 21mDelta
Deal found 1/15$305
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.
Wed 4/1612:37 pmSBA - MSY
1 stop8h 08mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/295:10 amMSY - SBA
1 stop8h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/16$350
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.
Fri 1/314:19 pmSBA - MSY
1 stop22h 27mAlaska Airlines
Tue 2/47:00 amMSY - SBA
1 stop10h 29mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/16$390
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/273:00 pmSBA - MSY
1 stop6h 25mSouthwest
Mon 7/145:00 amMSY - SBA
1 stop8h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 1/16$487

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara 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 January 16, 2025.

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Santa BarbaraNew Orleans

SBA - MSY

SBAMSY

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/5

1:10 pm-9:17 pm

1 stop6h 07m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 2/8

4:00 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$273

Santa BarbaraNew Orleans

SBA - MSY

SBAMSY

Santa Barbara

Sat 4/26

5:45 am-1:45 pm

1 stop6h 00m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 4/29

2:20 pm-8:41 pm

1 stop8h 21m

$305

Santa BarbaraNew Orleans

SBA - MSY

SBAMSY

Santa Barbara

Wed 4/16

12:37 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop8h 08m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 4/29

5:10 am-11:47 am

1 stop8h 37m

$350

Santa BarbaraNew Orleans

SBA - MSY

SBAMSY

Santa Barbara

Fri 1/31

4:19 pm-4:46 pm

1 stop22h 27m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 2/4

7:00 am-3:29 pm

1 stop10h 29m

$390

Santa BarbaraNew Orleans

SBA - MSY

SBAMSY

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/27

3:00 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop6h 25m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 7/14

5:00 am-11:30 am

1 stop8h 30m

$487

Santa BarbaraNew Orleans

SBA - MSY

SBAMSY

Santa Barbara

Sat 2/15

7:15 am-5:46 pm

1 stop8h 31m

$137

Santa BarbaraNew Orleans

SBA - MSY

SBAMSY

Santa Barbara

Fri 2/14

12:33 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$167

Santa BarbaraNew Orleans

SBA - MSY

SBAMSY

Santa Barbara

Fri 2/7

6:45 pm-10:53 am

2 stops14h 08m

$217

Santa BarbaraNew Orleans

SBA - MSY

SBAMSY

Santa Barbara

Thu 3/27

3:45 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$284

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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 Barbara 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

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

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

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

Booking 45 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara to New Orleans?

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

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 January 16, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

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

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

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

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

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

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,965 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

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

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

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 Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara to New Orleans round-trip?

    United Airlines, at $273, was found to be the cheapest airline from Santa Barbara to New Orleans.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and American Airlines. Users have found that United Airlines is 48% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $137. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Santa Barbara to New Orleans for a low price.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Barbara 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 Barbara to New Orleans.

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Santa Barbara 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 4 airlines flying from Santa Barbara to New Orleans

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara 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 January 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$318Average$515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$330Average$566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$366Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$409Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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