Louisiana

$81+ Cheap flights from California to Louisiana

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MSY
Jul 15 — Jul 221
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Cheap flight deals from California to Louisiana

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 June 15, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1211:25 pm
LAS
-
MSY
Nonstop3h 35m
Breeze Airways
Mon 11/168:05 pm
MSY
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 13m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 6/10$158
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/611:25 pm
LAS
-
MSY
Nonstop3h 35m
Breeze Airways
Sat 8/158:59 pm
MSY
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 50m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 6/14$162
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sat 11/711:35 pm
LAS
-
MSY
Nonstop3h 35m
Breeze Airways
Sun 11/158:00 pm
MSY
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 13m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 6/11$172
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/2311:25 pm
LAS
-
MSY
Nonstop3h 35m
Breeze Airways
Wed 10/288:30 pm
MSY
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 13m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 6/11$173
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/267:35 am
SAN
-
MSY
1 stop9h 50m
Southwest
Tue 9/295:30 pm
MSY
-
SAN
1 stop6h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/11$176
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/1311:25 pm
LAS
-
MSY
Nonstop3h 35m
Breeze Airways
Mon 11/168:05 pm
MSY
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 13m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 6/12$177
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1011:25 pm
LAS
-
MSY
Nonstop3h 35m
Breeze Airways
Thu 8/138:05 pm
MSY
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 50m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 6/15$178
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Wed 7/811:29 pm
LAS
-
MSY
Nonstop3h 35m
Breeze Airways
Mon 7/138:05 pm
MSY
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 50m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 6/11$182
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/2911:29 pm
LAS
-
MSY
Nonstop3h 35m
Breeze Airways
Sat 8/88:59 pm
MSY
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 50m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 6/12$183
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sat 8/2211:29 pm
LAS
-
MSY
Nonstop3h 35m
Breeze Airways
Thu 8/278:05 pm
MSY
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 50m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 6/11$185
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/1011:25 pm
LAS
-
MSY
Nonstop3h 35m
Breeze Airways
Mon 7/138:05 pm
MSY
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 50m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 6/12$192
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/136:30 am
SAN
-
MSY
1 stop7h 00m
Southwest
Tue 8/1810:50 am
MSY
-
SAN
1 stop6h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/10$192

Find flight deals from California to Louisiana

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Louisiana flight deals. Data was last updated June 15, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$158
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$81
(Southwest)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$347

Good round-trip deal

$285 or less

Good one-way deal

$201 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Los Angeles-New Orleans Louis Armstrong flight deals.
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From California to Louisiana
One-way flight from California to Louisiana
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($76 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to Louisiana.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from California to Louisiana.

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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 June 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Louisiana that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San DiegoNew Orleans

SAN - MSY

SANMSY

San Diego

Thu 10/1

6:15 am-4:56 pm

1 stop8h 41m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 10/5

5:51 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$237

San DiegoNew Orleans

SAN - MSY

SANMSY

San Diego

Sat 10/10

3:59 pm-12:05 am

1 stop6h 06m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 10/17

2:55 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$237

San DiegoNew Orleans

SAN - MSY

SANMSY

San Diego

Mon 11/2

10:40 pm-9:34 am

1 stop8h 54m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 11/4

4:30 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop8h 33m

$237

San DiegoNew Orleans

SAN - MSY

SANMSY

San Diego

Thu 8/13

10:55 am-9:40 pm

1 stop8h 45m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 8/17

2:51 pm-7:19 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$237

San DiegoNew Orleans

SAN - MSY

SANMSY

San Diego

Sat 9/12

12:52 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop8h 45m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 9/15

2:00 pm-6:06 pm

1 stop6h 06m

$237

San JoseNew Orleans

SJC - MSY

SJCMSY

San Jose

Mon 9/14

6:10 am-3:17 pm

1 stop7h 07m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 9/19

2:00 pm-6:24 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$246

Las VegasNew Orleans

LAS - MSY

LASMSY

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 12/12

11:35 pm-5:10 am

Nonstop3h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 12/21

8:05 pm-10:18 pm

Nonstop4h 13m

$248

San DiegoNew Orleans

SAN - MSY

SANMSY

San Diego

Thu 8/13

6:30 am-3:30 pm

1 stop7h 00m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 8/18

4:50 pm-6:45 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$251

SacramentoNew Orleans

SMF - MSY

SMFMSY

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/27

8:05 am-5:50 pm

1 stop7h 45m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 10/28

5:15 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$258

Los AngelesNew Orleans

LAX - MSY

LAXMSY

Los Angeles

Thu 8/27

11:00 pm-5:00 am

Nonstop4h 00m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 8/30

7:35 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

$258

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Best time to book a flight from California to Louisiana

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Louisiana from California with our price prediction graph.
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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Louisiana (average of $320). Flying from California to Louisiana in May is currently the most expensive (average of $503). 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 June 15, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from California to Louisiana is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 17% on airfare.

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 June 15, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to USLA are scheduled on a Monday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from California to Louisiana?

The best time to book flights from California to Louisiana is 51 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Louisiana?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Louisiana flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 June 15, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways,Southwest, andDelta from California to Louisiana to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Louisiana. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How popular is this California to Louisiana flight route?

  • How long is the flight from California to Louisiana?

    A quick flight from California to Louisiana can take about 3h 35m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $248. The distance from California to Louisiana is about 1496 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 California to Louisiana one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $72. However, be on the lookout for offers from Breeze Airways and JetBlue, 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Louisiana (average of $320). Flying from California to Louisiana in May is currently the most expensive (average of $503). 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 June 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$94Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$95Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$107Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$116Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$140Average$509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$176Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$204Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$229Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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