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$41+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to California

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MSY — LAX
May 6 — May 131
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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 May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$107
(eDestinos)

One-way from

$41
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$218

Good round-trip deal

$193 or less

Good one-way deal

$135 or less
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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. 16% potential increase in price ($60 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to California.
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This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sun 5/251:35 pmMSY - LAX
Nonstop4h 13mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/112:13 pmLAX - MSY
Nonstop3h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$107
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Thu 5/226:52 amMSY - BUR
1 stop10h 26mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/2912:05 pmBUR - MSY
1 stop5h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$118
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Tue 6/36:52 amMSY - SNA
1 stop6h 00mSpirit Airlines
Fri 6/67:58 pmSNA - MSY
1 stop7h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$120
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Fri 5/3011:34 amMSY - LAS
1 stop13h 33mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/3112:33 amLAS - MSY
Nonstop3h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$129
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Tue 5/276:52 amMSY - OAK
2 stops8h 15mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/39:09 pmOAK - MSY
1 stop6h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$130
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Wed 5/286:52 amMSY - SMF
1 stop13h 50mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/47:37 pmSMF - MSY
1 stop8h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$137
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Thu 5/15:00 amMSY - LAS
1 stop13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/511:03 pmLAS - MSY
1 stop8h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$185
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Sat 5/176:52 amMSY - LAX
1 stop9h 14mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/249:21 pmLAX - MSY
1 stop11h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$198
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Tue 7/17:05 amMSY - LAX
Nonstop4h 10mDelta
Mon 7/712:05 pmLAX - MSY
Nonstop3h 50mDelta
Deal found 4/30$206
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Thu 5/297:18 pmMSY - ONT
1 stop15h 57mFrontier
Wed 6/45:21 pmONT - MSY
1 stop23h 00mFrontier
Deal found 4/29$211
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Tue 7/12:30 pmMSY - LAX
1 stop5h 58mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/76:10 amLAX - MSY
1 stop5h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$226
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Thu 5/87:50 pmMSY - LAS
1 stop6h 09mFrontier
Sat 5/1012:59 amLAS - MSY
1 stop15h 51mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$226

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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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New Orleans

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California

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Depart

Return

Price

New OrleansLos Angeles

MSY - LAX

MSYLAX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 5/25

1:35 pm-3:48 pm

Nonstop4h 13m

Los Angeles

Sun 6/1

12:13 pm-5:51 pm

Nonstop3h 38m

$107

New OrleansBurbank

MSY - BUR

MSYBUR

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/22

6:52 am-3:18 pm

1 stop10h 26m

Burbank Bob Hope

Thu 5/29

12:05 pm-7:34 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$118

New OrleansSanta Ana

MSY - SNA

MSYSNA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 6/3

6:52 am-10:52 am

1 stop6h 00m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 6/6

7:58 pm-5:50 am

1 stop7h 52m

$120

New OrleansLas Vegas

MSY - LAS

MSYLAS

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 5/30

11:34 am-11:07 pm

1 stop13h 33m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 5/31

12:33 am-5:50 am

Nonstop3h 17m

$129

New OrleansOakland

MSY - OAK

MSYOAK

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/27

6:52 am-1:07 pm

2 stops8h 15m

Oakland

Tue 6/3

9:09 pm-5:50 am

1 stop6h 41m

$130

New OrleansSacramento

MSY - SMF

MSYSMF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 5/28

6:52 am-6:42 pm

1 stop13h 50m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 6/4

7:37 pm-5:50 am

1 stop8h 13m

$137

New OrleansLas Vegas

MSY - LAS

MSYLAS

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/13

6:24 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 5/14

12:33 am-5:50 am

Nonstop3h 17m

$187

New OrleansLos Angeles

MSY - LAX

MSYLAX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 5/17

6:52 am-2:06 pm

1 stop9h 14m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/24

9:21 pm-10:36 am

1 stop11h 15m

$198

New OrleansLos Angeles

MSY - LAX

MSYLAX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 7/1

7:05 am-9:15 am

Nonstop4h 10m

Los Angeles

Mon 7/7

12:05 pm-5:55 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

$206

New OrleansOntario

MSY - ONT

MSYONT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/29

7:18 pm-9:15 am

1 stop15h 57m

Ontario

Wed 6/4

5:21 pm-6:21 pm

1 stop23h 00m

$211

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to California (average of $246). Flying from New Orleans to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 May 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New Orleans to California as you normally would.

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 May 1, 2025.

The most flights from MSY to USCA are scheduled on a Wednesday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in California by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, 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 73.4 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 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 May 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from New Orleans to California to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
8.0
Very good

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

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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?

  • 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 $41 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $88 and American Airlines from $100 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%), China Southern (100%) or Aeromexico (90%) 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 $781 for a flight from New Orleans to California. The cheapest flight overall is $73 while the most popular route, (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl) is currently priced at $103.

  • 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.

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  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to California (average of $246). Flying from New Orleans to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$89Average$239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$118Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$168Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$186Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$247Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$265Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$288Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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