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$59+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to California

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MSY — LAX
Dec 13 — Dec 201
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Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Orleans to California flight deals. Data was last updated November 13, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$119
(Priceline)

One-way from

$59
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$344

Good round-trip deal

$166 or less

Good one-way deal

$129 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for New Orleans Louis Armstrong-Los Angeles flight deals.
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From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to California
One-way flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($61 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to California.
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 13, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/111:19 pmMSY - LAX
1 stop7h 21mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1211:30 pmLAX - MSY
Nonstop3h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$119
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/41:19 pmMSY - LAX
1 stop7h 21mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1011:30 pmLAX - MSY
Nonstop3h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$120
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/256:04 pmMSY - LAX
1 stop8h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/310:05 amLAX - MSY
Nonstop3h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$126
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Sat 12/66:04 amMSY - LAX
Nonstop4h 25mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/1411:30 pmLAX - MSY
Nonstop3h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/11$127
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/126:04 amMSY - LAX
Nonstop4h 25mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/1711:30 pmLAX - MSY
Nonstop3h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/11$128
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/41:19 pmMSY - LAX
1 stop7h 21mFrontier
Wed 12/106:40 amLAX - MSY
1 stop27h 44mFrontier
Deal found 11/11$130
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Thu 12/41:19 pmMSY - SAN
1 stop12h 40mFrontier
Wed 12/106:34 amSAN - MSY
1 stop27h 50mFrontier
Deal found 11/11$131
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/126:04 amMSY - LAX
Nonstop4h 25mSpirit Airlines
Fri 1/91:14 amLAX - MSY
1 stop6h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/12$134
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
Thu 12/41:19 pmMSY - SAN
1 stop7h 56mFrontier
Sun 12/76:34 amSAN - MSY
1 stop28h 24mFrontier
Deal found 11/12$134
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
Mon 12/86:04 amMSY - LAX
Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/116:40 amLAX - MSY
1 stop27h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$136
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/312:14 pmMSY - LAS
Nonstop3h 57mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/107:24 pmLAS - MSY
1 stop15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/10$136
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
Thu 12/111:19 pmMSY - LAX
1 stop7h 21mFrontier
Thu 12/118:51 pmLAX - MSY
1 stop13h 33mFrontier
Deal found 11/12$137

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

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California

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New OrleansLos Angeles

MSY - LAX

MSYLAX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 2/6

8:35 pm-10:59 pm

Nonstop4h 24m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/8

11:59 pm-5:34 am

Nonstop3h 35m

$138

New OrleansOntario

MSY - ONT

MSYONT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 2/26

3:30 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop10h 29m

Ontario

Mon 3/2

6:00 am-2:35 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$138

New OrleansLos Angeles

MSY - LAX

MSYLAX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 12/4

6:30 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/10

6:05 am-5:10 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$157

New OrleansLos Angeles

MSY - LAX

MSYLAX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 12/4

6:31 pm-8:56 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/10

7:00 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$157

New OrleansLos Angeles

MSY - LAX

MSYLAX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 12/13

5:35 am-9:15 am

1 stop5h 40m

Los Angeles

Tue 12/16

5:40 am-1:50 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$157

New OrleansLos Angeles

MSY - LAX

MSYLAX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 12/12

3:11 pm-5:35 pm

Nonstop4h 24m

Los Angeles

Mon 12/15

7:00 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$157

New OrleansLos Angeles

MSY - LAX

MSYLAX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 12/13

6:30 am-8:58 am

Nonstop4h 28m

Los Angeles

Tue 12/16

12:00 pm-5:36 pm

Nonstop3h 36m

$157

New OrleansLos Angeles

MSY - LAX

MSYLAX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 12/8

5:40 am-9:30 am

1 stop5h 50m

Los Angeles

Mon 12/15

5:45 am-1:15 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$157

New OrleansLos Angeles

MSY - LAX

MSYLAX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 12/6

11:50 am-5:45 pm

2 stops7h 55m

Los Angeles

Mon 12/8

2:40 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$162

New OrleansSan Diego

MSY - SAN

MSYSAN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 1/12

1:58 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops24h 57m

San Diego

Wed 1/14

1:43 pm-2:34 pm

1 stop22h 51m

$198

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Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to California

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to California (average of $83). Flying from New Orleans to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $128). 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 CA?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 13, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New Orleans to California is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 36% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New Orleans to California. Price data was last updated on August 17, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New Orleans to California flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New Orleans to California

Explore weekly flight availability from New Orleans to California. 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 November 13, 2025.

The most flights from MSY to USCA are scheduled on a Wednesday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New Orleans to California?

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated November 13, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from New Orleans to California by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from New Orleans to California?

    Most people fly from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) if they book a flight from New Orleans to California. New Orleans Louis Armstrong is conveniently located just 11.4 mi from New Orleans’s city center.

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

  • How long is the flight from New Orleans to California?

    Breeze Airways, Frontier, and Southwest can get you from New Orleans to California in just under 4h 24m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 05m. The distance between New Orleans and California is about 1666 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $65 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Breeze Airways from $69 and Southwest from $79 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from New Orleans to California?

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

    Consider KLM (100%), LATAM Airlines (97%) or WestJet (93%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from New Orleans to California.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $472 for a flight from New Orleans to California. The cheapest flight overall is $58 while the most popular route, (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl) is currently priced at $121.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to California (average of $83). Flying from New Orleans to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $128). 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 7 airlines flying from New Orleans to California

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to California. 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 November 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$87Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$128Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$172Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$172Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$177Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$250Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$296Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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