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$144+ Cheap flights from New Orleans to San Francisco (MSY - SFO)

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Dec 23 — Dec 301
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The best prices from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to San Francisco are usually found in September or August, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 18, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$269
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$144
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$448
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From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to San Francisco
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/266:40 amMSY - SFO
Nonstop5h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/314:35 pmSFO - MSY
Nonstop4h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$369
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/2512:35 pmMSY - SFO
2 stops10h 30mSouthwest
Fri 1/37:45 pmSFO - MSY
1 stop11h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$393
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/2210:15 pmMSY - SFO
1 stop11h 44mFrontier
Thu 12/266:00 amSFO - MSY
1 stop13h 25mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$424
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/213:03 pmMSY - SFO
1 stop6h 59mDelta
Fri 1/109:53 amSFO - MSY
1 stop6h 26mDelta
Deal found 12/17$428
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/316:24 amMSY - SFO
1 stop6h 52mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/712:14 pmSFO - MSY
2 stops8h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$448
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/243:37 pmMSY - SFO
2 stops18h 22mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/266:00 amSFO - MSY
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$485
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/187:00 amMSY - SFO
1 stop8h 45mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/2912:55 pmSFO - MSY
2 stops14h 48mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/17$760

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New OrleansSan Francisco

MSY - SFO

MSYSFO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 1/8

8:45 am-11:42 am

Nonstop4h 57m

San Francisco

Wed 1/15

11:09 am-5:27 pm

Nonstop4h 18m

$269

New OrleansSan Francisco

MSY - SFO

MSYSFO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 1/14

9:33 am-4:11 pm

2 stops8h 38m

San Francisco

Tue 1/28

6:00 am-11:03 pm

1 stop15h 03m

$279

New OrleansSan Francisco

MSY - SFO

MSYSFO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 1/21

5:46 pm-8:54 am

1 stop17h 08m

San Francisco

Fri 1/24

8:10 am-2:25 pm

1 stop28h 15m

$282

New OrleansSan Francisco

MSY - SFO

MSYSFO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 1/8

1:59 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop8h 09m

San Francisco

Wed 1/15

12:55 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$288

New OrleansSan Francisco

MSY - SFO

MSYSFO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 1/3

1:39 pm-12:21 am

1 stop12h 42m

San Francisco

Sat 1/4

9:09 am-7:10 pm

1 stop8h 01m

$334

New OrleansSan Francisco

MSY - SFO

MSYSFO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 1/10

1:25 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop11h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 1/13

6:05 am-4:00 pm

2 stops7h 55m

$338

New OrleansSan Francisco

MSY - SFO

MSYSFO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 12/30

10:00 am-10:46 am

2 stops26h 46m

San Francisco

Fri 1/3

8:09 pm-5:05 am

3 stops30h 56m

$675

New OrleansSan Francisco

MSY - SFO

MSYSFO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 1/8

2:59 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop8h 01m

$144

New OrleansSan Francisco

MSY - SFO

MSYSFO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 1/29

3:30 pm-4:31 pm

2 stops27h 01m

$152

New OrleansSan Francisco

MSY - SFO

MSYSFO

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 3/18

6:35 pm-7:35 am

2 stops15h 00m

$180

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from New Orleans to San Francisco in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

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

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from New Orleans to San Francisco including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New Orleans to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

Booking 86 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New Orleans to San Francisco. 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 New Orleans to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from New Orleans to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from New Orleans to San Francisco in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 12% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Orleans to San Francisco?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New Orleans to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco 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 San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, 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 San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 Francisco. Reviews last updated December 18, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta from New Orleans to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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4,848 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.4
Good
9,059 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Orleans to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from New Orleans to San Francisco?

    Booking a flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) to San Francisco (SFO) is your only option if you wish to fly from New Orleans to San Francisco. On a typical day, there is 1 flight from Louis Armstrong to San Francisco, all of which are around 4h 31m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 5 airlines when you book a flight from Louis Armstrong to San Francisco.

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New Orleans to San Francisco round-trip?

    United Airlines, at $269, was found to be the cheapest airline from New Orleans to San Francisco.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and Alaska Airlines. These flights start at 33% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $144. Users have also found prices from $152 and $180 on Alaska Airlines and Southwest, respectively.

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

    Before booking your flight to San Francisco from New Orleans, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: United Airlines (87%), Virgin Australia (77%), Air New Zealand( 77%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from New Orleans to San Francisco is $183. On average you can expect to pay $494. The most popular route, (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $228.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from New Orleans to San Francisco?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Dallas?

    The majority of Dallas visitors spend their time at American Airlines Center, Dos Equis Pavilion, and Majestic Theatre. Travelers on a layover in Dallas can visit American Airlines Center, Dos Equis Pavilion, and Majestic Theatre, by traveling 15.0 mi, 18.3 mi, and 16.1 mi, respectively after landing at Dallas/Fort Worth. Travelers can book a car rental at Dallas/Fort Worth for about $61 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for New Orleans to San Francisco flights?

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from New Orleans to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$138Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$196Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$264Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$282Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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