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$63+ Cheap flights from Oakland, CA to New Orleans (OAK - 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 6/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OAK — MSY
May 3 — May 101
Sat 5/3
Sat 5/10
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Cheap flight deals from Oakland to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Oakland (OAK) 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 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$103
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$63
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$473
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Cheapest flights from Oakland to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Oakland to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 28, 2025.

This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/99:09 pmOAK - MSY
1 stop6h 41mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/116:52 amMSY - OAK
1 stop6h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/28$103
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 10/310:50 amOAK - MSY
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Tue 10/74:20 pmMSY - OAK
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 4/27$268
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 6/36:00 amOAK - MSY
1 stop7h 36mDelta
Fri 6/67:16 pmMSY - OAK
1 stop6h 33mDelta
Deal found 4/27$277
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/124:50 pmOAK - MSY
1 stop11h 11mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/147:10 amMSY - OAK
1 stop8h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$346
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Tue 10/142:35 pmOAK - MSY
1 stop12h 57mAlaska Airlines
Sat 10/187:00 amMSY - OAK
2 stops27h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/27$366
This Hawaiian 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/117:54 pmOAK - MSY
1 stop8h 07mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 6/164:53 pmMSY - OAK
1 stop9h 06mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/28$403

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Oakland 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 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Oakland to New Orleans that are best for you.

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OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

Mon 6/9

9:09 pm-5:50 am

1 stop6h 41m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 6/11

6:52 am-10:56 am

1 stop6h 04m

$103

OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

Fri 10/3

10:50 am-7:30 pm

1 stop6h 40m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 10/7

4:20 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$268

OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

Thu 6/19

4:50 pm-6:01 am

1 stop11h 11m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 6/25

4:53 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$297

OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

Tue 7/1

6:00 am-1:49 pm

1 stop5h 49m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 7/5

2:55 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop9h 33m

$309

OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

Tue 6/17

12:49 pm-5:50 am

1 stop15h 01m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 6/20

4:53 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$349

OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

Wed 6/11

7:54 pm-6:01 am

1 stop8h 07m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 6/16

4:53 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$403

OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

Wed 6/4

9:09 pm-5:50 am

1 stop6h 41m

$64

OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

Wed 6/4

6:52 pm-8:48 am

2 stops11h 56m

$190

OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

Sun 6/8

5:50 am-6:25 pm

2 stops10h 35m

$250

OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

Sun 7/6

4:58 pm-7:55 am

2 stops12h 57m

$280

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Deals found on 4/28

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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 Oakland 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 Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Oakland, California-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Oakland, California-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Oakland, California-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Oakland, California-New Orleans flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Oakland, California-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 Oakland to New Orleans

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Oakland, California to New Orleans?

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

Booking 77 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Oakland, California 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 Oakland, California to New Orleans?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Oakland 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 28, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Oakland, California to New Orleans at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 23% 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 28, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Oakland to New Orleans by reading reviews from past customers. 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,402 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,954 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Oakland 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 Oakland, California to New Orleans round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($103), Southwest ($268), and Delta ($309) offers the cheapest pricing from Oakland, California to New Orleans. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 74% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Oakland, California to New Orleans one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $63. Users have also found prices from $139 and $159 on Delta and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Oakland 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 Oakland, California to New Orleans?

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

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Oakland 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 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$180Average$286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$277Average$564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$293Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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