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$105+ 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 9/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OAK — MSY
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Oakland to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in August or July, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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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 junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$203
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$105
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$363
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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 junio 12, 2025.

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mié. 9/177:30 amOAK - MSY
1 stop13h 46mSpirit Airlines
sáb. 9/203:11 pmMSY - OAK
1 stop10h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$203
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/97:03 pmOAK - MSY
2 stops32h 51mAlaska Airlines
mar. 9/165:57 pmMSY - OAK
2 stops17h 02mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$265
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
mié. 11/55:55 amOAK - MSY
1 stop5h 57mDelta
sáb. 11/811:18 amMSY - OAK
2 stops13h 35mDelta
Deal found 6/9$282
This Hawaiian Airlines 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/57:58 pmOAK - MSY
1 stop7h 52mHawaiian Airlines
sáb. 8/94:53 pmMSY - OAK
1 stop9h 06mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/10$288
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/2111:10 amOAK - MSY
2 stops9h 50mSouthwest
mar. 8/267:50 amMSY - OAK
2 stops8h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 6/12$293

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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 junio 12, 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

mié. 9/17

7:30 am-11:16 pm

1 stop13h 46m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

sáb. 9/20

3:11 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop10h 28m

$203

OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

mar. 9/9

7:03 pm-5:54 am

2 stops32h 51m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mar. 9/16

5:57 pm-8:59 am

2 stops17h 02m

$265

OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

mié. 11/5

5:55 am-1:52 pm

1 stop5h 57m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

sáb. 11/8

11:18 am-10:53 pm

2 stops13h 35m

$282

OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

mar. 8/5

7:58 pm-5:50 am

1 stop7h 52m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

sáb. 8/9

4:53 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$288

OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

jue. 8/21

11:10 am-11:00 pm

2 stops9h 50m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mar. 8/26

7:50 am-2:10 pm

2 stops8h 20m

$293

OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

jue. 9/4

7:30 am-11:16 pm

1 stop13h 46m

$105

OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

vie. 9/12

6:15 am-4:57 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$144

OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

mar. 7/15

6:00 am-1:52 pm

1 stop5h 52m

$145

OaklandNew Orleans

OAK - MSY

OAKMSY

Oakland

jue. 6/19

12:00 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops9h 50m

$225

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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 June 9, 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 junio 12, 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 junio 12, 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
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,052 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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 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 airports do I use to fly from Oakland to New Orleans?

    If you book a flight from Oakland to New Orleans, you will be flying from Oakland to Louis Armstrong. Flights to New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) from Oakland (OAK) take 5h 57m for a nonstop flight. There is 1 flight from Oakland to New Orleans per day from 5 airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Oakland, California to New Orleans round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($203), Alaska Airlines ($265), and Delta ($282) offers the cheapest pricing from Oakland, California to New Orleans. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 50% 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 $105. Users have also found prices from $144 and $145 on Alaska Airlines and Delta, 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 5 airlines flying from Oakland to New Orleans

Discover the top 5 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$179Average$285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$277Average$526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$288Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$359Average$583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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