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$58+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to California

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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 julio 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$113
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$58
(Priceline)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$251

Good round-trip deal

$159 or less

Good one-way deal

$129 or less
From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to California
One-way flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% 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 July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to California.
Price to beat on a one-way 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 julio 3, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/19:34 pmMSY - LAX
Nonstop4h 16mSpirit Airlines
mié. 8/611:55 pmLAX - MSY
Nonstop3h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$113
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/211:35 pmMSY - LAX
1 stop9h 50mMultiple Airlines
mié. 8/2710:17 amLAX - MSY
Nonstop3h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$114
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/19:41 amMSY - LAX
1 stop9h 27mFrontier
jue. 8/76:15 amLAX - MSY
1 stop8h 49mFrontier
Deal found 6/30$122
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 7/219:09 pmMSY - BUR
1 stop12h 16mSpirit Airlines
jue. 7/248:20 amBUR - MSY
1 stop13h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/2$148
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 7/269:09 pmMSY - LAS
Nonstop4h 00mSpirit Airlines
jue. 7/319:37 pmLAS - MSY
1 stop5h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/2$159
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/148:50 pmMSY - SAN
1 stop12h 31mSpirit Airlines
jue. 8/217:01 pmSAN - MSY
1 stop8h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$160
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 7/189:28 pmMSY - LAS
1 stop14h 10mMultiple Airlines
mar. 7/229:37 pmLAS - MSY
1 stop5h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$162
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/146:01 pmMSY - SAN
1 stop7h 51mMultiple Airlines
dom. 8/177:01 pmSAN - MSY
1 stop8h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$197
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 8/49:09 pmMSY - SNA
1 stop16h 17mSpirit Airlines
jue. 8/73:37 pmSNA - MSY
1 stop6h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/2$200
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/1412:12 pmMSY - SMF
2 stops11h 22mSpirit Airlines
jue. 8/218:25 pmSMF - MSY
1 stop6h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/3$203
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
jue. 10/96:12 pmMSY - SAN
1 stop5h 23mAmerican Airlines
mar. 10/147:15 amSAN - MSY
1 stop7h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$207
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/141:05 pmMSY - RNO
1 stop6h 20mSpirit Airlines
mar. 8/197:59 pmRNO - MSY
1 stop18h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/3$209

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans to California 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 julio 3, 2025.
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

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New OrleansLos Angeles

MSY - LAX

MSYLAX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

vie. 8/1

9:34 pm-11:50 pm

Nonstop4h 16m

Los Angeles

mié. 8/6

11:55 pm-5:35 am

Nonstop3h 40m

$113

New OrleansLos Angeles

MSY - LAX

MSYLAX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 8/21

1:35 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop9h 50m

Los Angeles

mié. 8/27

10:17 am-4:08 pm

Nonstop3h 51m

$114

New OrleansLos Angeles

MSY - LAX

MSYLAX

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

vie. 8/1

9:41 am-5:08 pm

1 stop9h 27m

Los Angeles

jue. 8/7

6:15 am-5:04 pm

1 stop8h 49m

$122

New OrleansBurbank

MSY - BUR

MSYBUR

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

lun. 7/21

9:09 pm-7:25 am

1 stop12h 16m

Burbank Bob Hope

jue. 7/24

8:20 am-11:44 pm

1 stop13h 24m

$148

New OrleansLas Vegas

MSY - LAS

MSYLAS

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

sáb. 7/26

9:09 pm-11:09 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

jue. 7/31

9:37 pm-5:35 am

1 stop5h 58m

$159

New OrleansSan Diego

MSY - SAN

MSYSAN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 8/14

8:50 pm-7:21 am

1 stop12h 31m

San Diego

jue. 8/21

7:01 pm-5:10 am

1 stop8h 09m

$160

New OrleansLas Vegas

MSY - LAS

MSYLAS

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

vie. 7/18

9:28 pm-9:38 am

1 stop14h 10m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mar. 7/22

9:37 pm-5:35 am

1 stop5h 58m

$162

New OrleansSan Diego

MSY - SAN

MSYSAN

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 8/14

6:01 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop7h 51m

San Diego

dom. 8/17

7:01 pm-5:10 am

1 stop8h 09m

$197

New OrleansSanta Ana

MSY - SNA

MSYSNA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

lun. 8/4

9:09 pm-11:26 am

1 stop16h 17m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

jue. 8/7

3:37 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$200

New OrleansSacramento

MSY - SMF

MSYSMF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 8/14

12:12 pm-9:34 pm

2 stops11h 22m

Sacramento Intl

jue. 8/21

8:25 pm-5:10 am

1 stop6h 45m

$203

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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 $326). 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 julio 3, 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 julio 3, 2025.

The most flights from MSY to USCA are scheduled on a Thursday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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 julio 3, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta 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.

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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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 $58 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $69 and Delta from $96 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 Spirit Airlines (85%), WestJet (82%) or LATAM Airlines (77%) 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 $707 for a flight from New Orleans to California. The cheapest flight overall is $61 while the most popular route, (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl) is currently priced at $124.

  • 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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    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, 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 $326). 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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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 julio 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$87Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$108Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$118Average$214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$196Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$250Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$259Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$296Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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