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$210+ Cheap flights from Fresno to New Orleans (FAT - MSY)

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 5/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FAT — MSY
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Fresno Airterminal to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in January or May, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Fresno to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Fresno (FAT) to New Orleans (MSY). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$273
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$210
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$447
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Cheapest flights from Fresno to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Fresno to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/2111:59 pmFAT - MSY
1 stop6h 49mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/256:14 pmMSY - FAT
1 stop7h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$273
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Tue 6/1710:40 pmFAT - MSY
1 stop7h 16mDelta
Sat 6/212:53 pmMSY - FAT
1 stop8h 22mDelta
Deal found 4/28$277
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/65:52 pmFAT - MSY
1 stop9h 58mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/86:56 pmMSY - FAT
2 stops14h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$286
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/97:44 pmFAT - MSY
1 stop8h 11mAlaska Airlines
Tue 5/135:32 pmMSY - FAT
1 stop20h 49mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/28$335
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/145:05 amFAT - MSY
1 stop6h 37mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/209:15 amMSY - FAT
2 stops10h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$368
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Fri 5/231:40 pmFAT - MSY
1 stop7h 25mSouthwest
Mon 5/266:00 amMSY - FAT
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 4/28$463

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Fresno to New Orleans 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 April 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Fresno to New Orleans that are best for you.

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Fresno

Fly to

New Orleans

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Depart

Return

Price

FresnoNew Orleans

FAT - MSY

FATMSY

Fresno Airterminal

Sat 6/21

11:59 pm-8:48 am

1 stop6h 49m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 6/25

6:14 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$273

FresnoNew Orleans

FAT - MSY

FATMSY

Fresno Airterminal

Tue 6/17

10:40 pm-7:56 am

1 stop7h 16m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 6/21

2:53 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$277

FresnoNew Orleans

FAT - MSY

FATMSY

Fresno Airterminal

Fri 6/6

5:52 pm-5:50 am

1 stop9h 58m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 6/8

6:56 pm-7:28 am

2 stops14h 32m

$286

FresnoNew Orleans

FAT - MSY

FATMSY

Fresno Airterminal

Fri 5/9

7:44 pm-5:55 am

1 stop8h 11m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/13

5:32 pm-12:21 pm

1 stop20h 49m

$335

FresnoNew Orleans

FAT - MSY

FATMSY

Fresno Airterminal

Wed 5/14

5:05 am-1:42 pm

1 stop6h 37m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/20

9:15 am-5:59 pm

2 stops10h 44m

$368

FresnoNew Orleans

FAT - MSY

FATMSY

Fresno Airterminal

Fri 5/23

1:40 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop7h 25m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 5/26

6:00 am-10:10 am

1 stop6h 10m

$463

FresnoNew Orleans

FAT - MSY

FATMSY

Fresno Airterminal

Sun 5/4

6:35 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$210

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Deals found on 4/29

Compare providers for flights from Fresno to New Orleans

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Fresno to New Orleans in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Fresno-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Fresno-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Fresno-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Fresno-New Orleans flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Fresno-New Orleans flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Fresno to New Orleans

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Fresno to New Orleans

How far ahead should I book a flight from Fresno to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Fresno to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

Booking 49 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Fresno to New Orleans. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fresno to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Fresno to New Orleans 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 FAT to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from Fresno to New Orleans. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Fresno to New Orleans at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 9% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in New Orleans by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Orleans 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 New Orleans when rainfall is around 3.3 in.

Temperature in New Orleans by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Orleans, 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 New Orleans

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Orleans. 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 New Orleans. Reviews last updated April 29, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Fresno to New Orleans, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Fresno to New Orleans. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Fresno to New Orleans round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Fresno to New Orleans is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $273 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Alaska Airlines, starting at $277 and $335 round-trip. These flights start at 41% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fresno to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Fresno to New Orleans 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 4 airlines flying from Fresno to New Orleans

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Fresno to New Orleans. 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$276Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$326Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$346Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$352Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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