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$34+ Cheap flights from California to Louisiana

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LAX — MSY
May 6 — May 131
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Cheap flight deals from California to Louisiana

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Louisiana flight deals. Data was last updated May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$104
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$34
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$302

Good round-trip deal

$197 or less

Good one-way deal

$111 or less
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From California to Louisiana
One-way flight from California to Louisiana
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($35 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
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Cheapest flights from California to Louisiana
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Louisiana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/267:58 pmSNA - MSY
1 stop7h 52mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/46:52 amMSY - SNA
1 stop9h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$104
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/296:00 amLAX - MSY
1 stop11h 34mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/51:35 pmMSY - LAX
Nonstop4h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$114
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/278:36 pmBUR - MSY
1 stop7h 14mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/46:52 amMSY - BUR
1 stop10h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$114
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/2111:02 pmLAS - MSY
1 stop8h 15mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/246:52 amMSY - LAS
Nonstop3h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$128
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/209:09 pmOAK - MSY
1 stop6h 41mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/216:52 amMSY - OAK
1 stop6h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$128
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/184:33 pmSJC - MSY
1 stop11h 17mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/226:52 amMSY - SJC
1 stop10h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$145
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/1412:33 amLAS - MSY
Nonstop3h 17mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/206:24 pmMSY - LAS
1 stop7h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$176
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Mon 5/1210:35 pmLAX - MSY
1 stop9h 24mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/146:52 amMSY - LAX
1 stop9h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$182
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Sat 5/1012:19 pmSNA - MSY
1 stop28h 31mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/146:52 amMSY - SNA
1 stop9h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$198
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/246:00 pmLAX - MSY
Nonstop3h 34mDelta
Sun 5/257:00 amMSY - LAX
Nonstop4h 15mDelta
Deal found 5/1$206
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/3011:00 pmLAS - MSY
1 stop13h 51mFrontier
Thu 5/157:50 pmMSY - LAS
1 stop6h 09mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$208
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/510:35 pmLAX - MSY
1 stop9h 24mFrontier
Tue 5/66:24 pmMSY - LAX
1 stop8h 06mFrontier
Deal found 4/29$208

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Louisiana 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Louisiana that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Louisiana

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa AnaNew Orleans

SNA - MSY

SNAMSY

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 5/26

7:58 pm-5:50 am

1 stop7h 52m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 6/4

6:52 am-2:21 pm

1 stop9h 29m

$104

Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Thu 5/29

6:00 am-7:34 pm

1 stop11h 34m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 6/5

1:35 pm-3:48 pm

Nonstop4h 13m

$114

BurbankNew Orleans

BUR - MSY

BURMSY

Burbank Bob Hope

Tue 5/27

8:36 pm-5:50 am

1 stop7h 14m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 6/4

6:52 am-3:18 pm

1 stop10h 26m

$114

OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

Tue 5/20

9:09 pm-5:50 am

1 stop6h 41m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 5/21

6:52 am-10:56 am

1 stop6h 04m

$128

Las VegasNew Orleans

LAS - MSY

LASMSY

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 5/29

12:33 am-5:50 am

Nonstop3h 17m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 6/6

6:52 am-8:37 am

Nonstop3h 45m

$130

San JoseNew Orleans

SJC - MSY

SJCMSY

San Jose

Sun 5/18

4:33 pm-5:50 am

1 stop11h 17m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/22

6:52 am-3:38 pm

1 stop10h 46m

$145

Las VegasNew Orleans

LAS - MSY

LASMSY

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 5/14

12:33 am-5:50 am

Nonstop3h 17m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/20

6:24 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$176

Las VegasNew Orleans

LAS - MSY

LASMSY

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 7/17

12:59 am-8:48 am

1 stop5h 49m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 7/20

5:15 am-8:52 am

1 stop5h 37m

$177

Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Mon 5/12

10:35 pm-9:59 am

1 stop9h 24m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 5/14

6:52 am-2:06 pm

1 stop9h 14m

$182

Santa AnaNew Orleans

SNA - MSY

SNAMSY

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 5/10

12:19 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop28h 31m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 5/14

6:52 am-2:21 pm

1 stop9h 29m

$198

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Best time to book a flight from California to Louisiana

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Louisiana

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Louisiana (average of $256). Flying from California to Louisiana in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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 CA to LA?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Louisiana. 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 California to Louisiana as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from California to Louisiana

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Louisiana. 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 USCA to USLA are scheduled on a Friday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

Rainfall in Louisiana by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Louisiana ranges from 3.3 - 6.4 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.4 in. October is typically the driest time to visit Louisiana when rainfall is around 3.3 in.

Temperature in Louisiana by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Louisiana, 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 82.4 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 Louisiana

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Louisiana. 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 Louisiana. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from California to Louisiana, such as Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest. 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.

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!

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this California to Louisiana flight route?

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $34. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from California to Louisiana for a low price.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Louisiana?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Louisiana 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 California to Louisiana?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Louisiana (average of $256). Flying from California to Louisiana in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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 8 airlines flying from California to Louisiana

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from California to Louisiana. 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$92Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$96Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$122Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$197Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$208Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$213Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$241Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$294Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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