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$150+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Salinas, CA, CA

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MSY — SFO
Apr 5 — Apr 121
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Salinas are usually found in September or August, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Salinas

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Orleans to Salinas flight deals. Data was last updated March 31, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$283
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$150
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$480
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From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Salinas
One-way flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Salinas
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($28 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025

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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Salinas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Salinas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 9/112:15 pmMSY - SFO
1 stop8h 35mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/183:00 pmSFO - MSY
1 stop6h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$284
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Thu 5/1512:35 pmMSY - SFO
1 stop30h 38mSun Country Air
Sun 5/186:09 pmSFO - MSY
1 stop12h 31mSun Country Air
Deal found 3/31$285
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Tue 4/297:45 amMSY - SFO
1 stop8h 00mDelta
Tue 5/202:00 pmSFO - MSY
1 stop7h 31mDelta
Deal found 3/30$289
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 9/86:50 pmMSY - SFO
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Sun 9/1410:25 amSFO - MSY
1 stop10h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 3/31$294
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Thu 5/85:49 pmMSY - SFO
1 stop7h 52mAlaska Airlines
Tue 5/139:59 amSFO - MSY
2 stops17h 56mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/30$295
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/202:08 pmMSY - SFO
1 stop9h 22mFrontier
Thu 4/246:00 amSFO - MSY
1 stop10h 46mFrontier
Deal found 3/30$298
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Fri 5/99:55 amMSY - SFO
1 stop9h 18mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/176:09 pmSFO - MSY
2 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$321
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Mon 4/217:35 pmMSY - SFO
1 stop6h 55mAmerican Airlines
Fri 4/2512:47 amSFO - MSY
1 stop5h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$334

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

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Salinas

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New OrleansSan Francisco

MSY - SFO

MSYSFO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 9/11

2:15 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop8h 35m

San Francisco

Thu 9/18

3:00 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$284

New OrleansSan Francisco

MSY - SFO

MSYSFO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/15

12:35 pm-5:13 pm

1 stop30h 38m

San Francisco

Sun 5/18

6:09 pm-8:40 am

1 stop12h 31m

$285

New OrleansSan Francisco

MSY - SFO

MSYSFO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 4/29

7:45 am-1:45 pm

1 stop8h 00m

San Francisco

Tue 5/20

2:00 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$289

New OrleansSan Francisco

MSY - SFO

MSYSFO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/8

6:50 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop6h 20m

San Francisco

Sun 9/14

10:25 am-10:25 pm

1 stop10h 00m

$294

New OrleansSan Francisco

MSY - SFO

MSYSFO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/8

5:49 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop7h 52m

San Francisco

Tue 5/13

9:59 am-5:55 am

2 stops17h 56m

$295

New OrleansSan Francisco

MSY - SFO

MSYSFO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 4/20

2:08 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop9h 22m

San Francisco

Thu 4/24

6:00 am-6:46 pm

1 stop10h 46m

$298

New OrleansSan Francisco

MSY - SFO

MSYSFO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 5/9

9:55 am-5:13 pm

1 stop9h 18m

San Francisco

Sat 5/17

6:09 pm-7:44 pm

2 stops23h 35m

$321

New OrleansSan Francisco

MSY - SFO

MSYSFO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 4/21

7:35 pm-12:30 am

1 stop6h 55m

San Francisco

Fri 4/25

12:47 am-8:35 am

1 stop5h 48m

$334

New OrleansSan Francisco

MSY - SFO

MSYSFO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 8/11

9:00 am-11:48 am

2 stops28h 48m

San Francisco

Fri 8/15

5:50 pm-2:58 pm

3 stops43h 08m

$978

New OrleansSan Francisco

MSY - SFO

MSYSFO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 4/30

7:30 am-4:00 pm

1 stop10h 30m

$150

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Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Salinas

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Orleans to Salinas

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Salinas. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2025.

The best time to book flights from New Orleans to Salinas is 69 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from New Orleans to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 MSY to S9N?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Salinas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 31, 2025.

When flying from New Orleans to Salinas, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Orleans to Salinas?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New Orleans to Salinas flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon 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.

Weekly flight availability from New Orleans to Salinas

Explore weekly flight availability from New Orleans to Salinas. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 31, 2025.

The most flights from MSY to S9N are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Salinas by month

Plan your trip to Salinas by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Salinas ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Salinas when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Salinas by month

Plan your trip to Salinas by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Salinas, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 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 Salinas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salinas. 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 Salinas. Reviews last updated March 31, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from New Orleans to Salinas, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Orleans to Salinas. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from New Orleans to Salinas?

    For a flight from New Orleans to Salinas, you will be flying from Louis Armstrong. New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is just 11.4 mi from the center of the city. Louis Armstrong is the only New Orleans airport and it handles 3 outbound flights to Salinas per day. 6 airlines have flights to Salinas from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on a regular basis.

  • How popular is this New Orleans to Salinas flight route?

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $150 on Southwest. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $151 and Sun Country Air from $153 one-way.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from New Orleans to Salinas consider choosing United Airlines (88%), Virgin Australia (77%) or Air New Zealand (77%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New Orleans to Salinas?

    While on average a flight from New Orleans to Salinas is generally $1,470, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $241. When looking at the most popular route, (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $245 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans to Salinas 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 New Orleans to Salinas?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from New Orleans to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 6 airlines flying from New Orleans to Salinas

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Salinas. 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 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$121Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$130Average$237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$168Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$269Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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