$75+ Cheap flights from New Orleans to San Diego (MSY - SAN)
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 4/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.The best prices from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to San Diego are usually found in January or February, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday
Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to San Diego
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to San Diego (SAN). 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 3, 2025.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $209 (CheapOair) |
One-way from | $75 (Frontier) |
Popular in | October |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $347 |
Good round-trip deal | $426 or less |
Good one-way deal | $272 or less |
Find flight deals from New Orleans to San Diego
Cheapest flights from New Orleans to San DiegoExplore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 3, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 3, 2025.
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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.
Find flights from New Orleans to San Diego within your budget
Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans to San Diego 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 March 3, 2025.
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
New OrleansSan Diego
MSY - SAN
MSYSAN
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sat 4/19
7:47 pm-12:17 am
1 stop6h 30m
San Diego
Tue 4/22
9:08 pm-8:49 pm
2 stops21h 41m
New OrleansSan Diego
MSY - SAN
MSYSAN
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Thu 4/24
10:23 am-12:42 am
2 stops16h 19m
San Diego
Mon 4/28
9:08 pm-8:49 pm
2 stops21h 41m
New OrleansSan Diego
MSY - SAN
MSYSAN
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 3/19
5:30 am-10:24 am
1 stop6h 54m
San Diego
Tue 4/1
6:15 am-4:31 pm
1 stop8h 16m
New OrleansSan Diego
MSY - SAN
MSYSAN
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sun 3/23
7:44 pm-12:20 am
1 stop6h 36m
San Diego
Tue 4/1
6:25 am-6:47 pm
1 stop10h 22m
New OrleansSan Diego
MSY - SAN
MSYSAN
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sat 3/22
5:18 am-10:27 am
1 stop7h 09m
San Diego
Tue 3/25
3:37 pm-10:53 pm
1 stop5h 16m
New OrleansSan Diego
MSY - SAN
MSYSAN
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sat 3/22
3:43 pm-9:42 pm
1 stop7h 59m
San Diego
Tue 4/1
8:05 am-7:44 pm
1 stop9h 39m
New OrleansSan Diego
MSY - SAN
MSYSAN
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Fri 3/21
5:35 am-9:35 am
1 stop6h 00m
San Diego
Mon 3/31
2:50 pm-8:15 pm
Nonstop3h 25m
New OrleansSan Diego
MSY - SAN
MSYSAN
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Mon 3/17
6:40 pm-7:12 pm
2 stops26h 32m
San Diego
Fri 3/21
4:12 pm-5:34 am
2 stops11h 22m
New OrleansSan Diego
MSY - SAN
MSYSAN
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 4/1
7:47 pm-12:14 am
1 stop6h 27m
New OrleansSan Diego
MSY - SAN
MSYSAN
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Mon 3/24
7:54 pm-7:16 am
1 stop13h 22m
Compare providers for flights from New Orleans to San Diego
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 New Orleans to San Diego in March.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on New Orleans-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New Orleans-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-San Diego 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 New Orleans-San Diego 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 New Orleans to San Diego
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Travel insights for flights from New Orleans to San Diego
Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from New Orleans to San Diego including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.
How far ahead should I book a flight from New Orleans to San Diego?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New Orleans to San Diego. Price data was last updated on February 28, 2025.
The price you pay for your flight from New Orleans to San Diego may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 80 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 New Orleans to San Diego?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from New Orleans to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 SAN?
Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 3, 2025.
When flying from New Orleans to San Diego, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 60% versus a flight at noon.
What is the cheapest day to fly from New Orleans to San Diego?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New Orleans to San Diego. Price data was last updated on March 2, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New Orleans to San Diego flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Rainfall in San Diego by month
Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.
Temperature in San Diego by month
Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).
Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated March 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Orleans to San Diego, such as Southwest, Breeze Airways and Alaska Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Merlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
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Merlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
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Merlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
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Merlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
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Merlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
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Overall
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Food
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Merlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
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Top 6 airlines flying from New Orleans to San Diego
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$107 | Average$210 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$151 | Average$216 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$201 | Average$336 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$235 | Average$296 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$240 | Average$357 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$311 | Average$493 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |