$137+ Cheap flights from Oakland, CA to New Orleans (OAK - MSY)
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OAK — MSY
May 22 — May 291
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Oakland to New OrleansExplore 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 22, 2026.
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 22, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Wed 6/33:40 pm
OAK
- MSY
1 stop6h 10m
Southwest
Tue 6/93:40 pm
MSY
- OAK
1 stop8h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 4/20![Southwest logo]()
$230
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Tue 6/23:40 pm
OAK
- MSY
1 stop6h 10m
Southwest
Tue 6/92:55 pm
MSY
- OAK
1 stop9h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 4/21![Southwest logo]()
$250
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 5/196:00 am
OAK
- MSY
1 stop5h 47m
Delta
Thu 5/287:07 pm
MSY
- OAK
1 stop6h 50m
Delta
Deal found 4/20![Delta logo]()
$277
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 8/155:55 am
OAK
- MSY
1 stop5h 59m
Delta
Mon 8/244:15 pm
MSY
- OAK
2 stops9h 34m
Delta
Deal found 4/21![Delta logo]()
$282
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 5/196:00 am
OAK
- MSY
1 stop5h 47m
Delta
Fri 5/297:07 pm
MSY
- OAK
1 stop6h 50m
Delta
Deal found 4/20![Delta logo]()
$298
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Sun 5/176:00 am
OAK
- MSY
1 stop5h 47m
Delta
Thu 5/287:07 pm
MSY
- OAK
1 stop6h 50m
Delta
Deal found 4/20![Delta logo]()
$313
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Wed 5/276:00 am
OAK
- MSY
1 stop5h 47m
Delta
Wed 6/33:36 pm
MSY
- OAK
2 stops10h 21m
Delta
Deal found 4/17![Delta logo]()
$314
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 5/196:00 am
OAK
- MSY
1 stop5h 47m
Delta
Tue 5/267:07 pm
MSY
- OAK
1 stop6h 50m
Delta
Deal found 4/20![Delta logo]()
$329
Best flights from Oakland to New OrleansDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Oakland to New Orleans that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 22, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Oakland to New Orleans that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 22, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Sun 5/176:00 am
OAK
- MSY
1 stop5h 47m
Delta
Tue 5/267:07 pm
MSY
- OAK
1 stop6h 50m
Delta
Deal found 4/19![Delta logo]()
$349
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/286:00 am
OAK
- MSY
1 stop6h 05m
Southwest
Mon 6/17:35 pm
MSY
- OAK
1 stop6h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 4/17![Southwest logo]()
$405
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/236:00 am
OAK
- MSY
1 stop5h 47m
Delta
Tue 5/267:07 pm
MSY
- OAK
1 stop6h 50m
Delta
Deal found 4/17![Delta logo]()
$453
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 7/235:00 am
OAK
- MSY
2 stops7h 40m
Southwest
Mon 7/277:55 pm
MSY
- OAK
1 stop6h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 4/17![Southwest logo]()
$464
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Wed 5/275:05 pm
OAK
- MSY
2 stops12h 59m
Delta
Wed 6/33:36 pm
MSY
- OAK
2 stops10h 21m
Delta
Deal found 4/17![Delta logo]()
$463
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/86:00 am
OAK
- MSY
2 stops9h 25m
Southwest
Mon 5/117:35 pm
MSY
- OAK
1 stop6h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 4/17![Southwest logo]()
$509
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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.
Wed 7/86:00 am
OAK
- MSY
1 stop5h 49m
Delta
Wed 7/154:27 pm
MSY
- OAK
2 stops9h 24m
Delta
Deal found 4/18![Delta logo]()
$478
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 10/110:40 am
OAK
- MSY
2 stops7h 40m
Southwest
Sat 10/1012:45 pm
MSY
- OAK
2 stops7h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 4/21![Southwest logo]()
$513
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 5/212:25 pm
OAK
- MSY
2 stops7h 55m
Southwest
Sun 5/249:35 am
MSY
- OAK
2 stops14h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 4/20![Southwest logo]()
$528
Last-minute flights from Oakland to New OrleansDiscover last-minute flight deals from Oakland to New Orleans. Data last updated April 22, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Oakland to New Orleans. Data last updated April 22, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Wed 5/63:00 pm
OAK
- MSY
1 stop6h 05m
Southwest
Wed 5/132:45 pm
MSY
- OAK
1 stop7h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 4/21![Southwest logo]()
$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Sun 5/176:00 am
OAK
- MSY
1 stop5h 47m
Delta
Thu 5/287:07 pm
MSY
- OAK
1 stop6h 50m
Delta
Deal found 4/20![Delta logo]()
$313
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Sun 5/176:00 am
OAK
- MSY
1 stop5h 47m
Delta
Tue 5/267:07 pm
MSY
- OAK
1 stop6h 50m
Delta
Deal found 4/19![Delta logo]()
$349
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 5/196:00 am
OAK
- MSY
1 stop5h 47m
Delta
Thu 5/287:07 pm
MSY
- OAK
1 stop6h 50m
Delta
Deal found 4/20![Delta logo]()
$277
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 5/196:00 am
OAK
- MSY
1 stop5h 47m
Delta
Fri 5/297:07 pm
MSY
- OAK
1 stop6h 50m
Delta
Deal found 4/20![Delta logo]()
$298
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 5/196:00 am
OAK
- MSY
1 stop5h 47m
Delta
Tue 5/267:07 pm
MSY
- OAK
1 stop6h 50m
Delta
Deal found 4/20![Delta logo]()
$329
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Tue 5/195:45 am
OAK
- MSY
1 stop8h 55m
Southwest
Wed 5/275:20 pm
MSY
- OAK
1 stop6h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 4/20![Southwest logo]()
$353
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Sun 5/246:00 am
OAK
- MSY
1 stop5h 47m
Delta
Thu 5/287:07 pm
MSY
- OAK
1 stop6h 50m
Delta
Deal found 4/17![Delta logo]()
$341
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Wed 5/276:00 am
OAK
- MSY
1 stop5h 47m
Delta
Wed 6/33:36 pm
MSY
- OAK
2 stops10h 21m
Delta
Deal found 4/17![Delta logo]()
$314
One-way flights from Oakland to New OrleansSearch for one-way flight options from Oakland to New Orleans. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 22, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Oakland to New Orleans. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 22, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 8/136:00 am
OAK
- MSY
1 stop6h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 4/20![Southwest logo]()
$137
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Wed 5/276:00 am
OAK
- MSY
1 stop5h 47m
Delta
Deal found 4/17![Delta logo]()
$155
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 6/26:00 am
OAK
- MSY
1 stop5h 47m
Delta
Deal found 4/19![Delta logo]()
$175
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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.
Tue 5/122:09 pm
OAK
- MSY
1 stop13h 21m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/18![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$180
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 6/32:58 pm
OAK
- MSY
2 stops12h 58m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$187
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Sat 5/301:01 pm
OAK
- MSY
1 stop14h 55m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$194
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Sat 10/107:58 pm
OAK
- MSY
1 stop7h 53m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/22![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$195
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Sun 5/3111:55 pm
OAK
- MSY
1 stop8h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 4/21![Southwest logo]()
$200
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Wed 5/65:55 am
OAK
- MSY
1 stop5h 44m
Delta
Deal found 4/20![Delta logo]()
$210
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Wed 7/229:00 pm
OAK
- MSY
2 stops13h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 4/19![Southwest logo]()
$211
Find 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 22, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $230 (Southwest) |
One-way from | $137 (Southwest) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $430 |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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 22, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Oakland to New Orleans that are best for you.
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Cheapest round-trip
OaklandNew Orleans
OAK - MSY
OAKMSY
Oakland
Sun 5/17
6:00 am-1:47 pm
1 stop5h 47m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 5/26
7:07 pm-11:57 pm
1 stop6h 50m
$349
Quickest round-trip
OaklandNew Orleans
OAK - MSY
OAKMSY
Oakland
Thu 5/28
6:00 am-2:05 pm
1 stop6h 05m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Mon 6/1
7:35 pm-12:05 am
1 stop6h 30m
$405
OaklandNew Orleans
OAK - MSY
OAKMSY
Oakland
Sat 5/23
6:00 am-1:47 pm
1 stop5h 47m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 5/26
7:07 pm-11:57 pm
1 stop6h 50m
$453
OaklandNew Orleans
OAK - MSY
OAKMSY
Oakland
Wed 5/27
5:05 pm-8:04 am
2 stops12h 59m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 6/3
3:36 pm-11:57 pm
2 stops10h 21m
$463
OaklandNew Orleans
OAK - MSY
OAKMSY
Oakland
Thu 7/23
5:00 am-2:40 pm
2 stops7h 40m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Mon 7/27
7:55 pm-12:15 am
1 stop6h 20m
$464
OaklandNew Orleans
OAK - MSY
OAKMSY
Oakland
Wed 7/8
6:00 am-1:49 pm
1 stop5h 49m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 7/15
4:27 pm-11:51 pm
2 stops9h 24m
$478
OaklandNew Orleans
OAK - MSY
OAKMSY
Oakland
Fri 5/8
6:00 am-5:25 pm
2 stops9h 25m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Mon 5/11
7:35 pm-12:05 am
1 stop6h 30m
$509
OaklandNew Orleans
OAK - MSY
OAKMSY
Oakland
Thu 10/1
10:40 am-8:20 pm
2 stops7h 40m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sat 10/10
12:45 pm-6:05 pm
2 stops7h 20m
$513
OaklandNew Orleans
OAK - MSY
OAKMSY
Oakland
Thu 5/21
2:25 pm-12:20 am
2 stops7h 55m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sun 5/24
9:35 am-9:40 pm
2 stops14h 05m
$528
Cheapest one-way
OaklandNew Orleans
OAK - MSY
OAKMSY
Oakland
Wed 5/27
6:00 am-1:47 pm
1 stop5h 47m
$155
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Compare providers for flights from Oakland 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 Oakland to New Orleans in April.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
- 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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New Orleans from Oakland with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from Oakland to New Orleans
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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 17, 2026.
Booking 13 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to New Orleans (average of $358). Flying from Oakland, California to New Orleans in March is currently the most expensive (average of $556). 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.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Oakland, California to New Orleans?
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Oakland, California to New Orleans?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Oakland, California to New Orleans chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
San Diego (SAN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Oakland, California to New Orleans on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Oakland, California to New Orleans?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Oakland, California to New Orleans, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
San Diego (SAN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $344.
What’s the fastest layover option from Oakland, California to New Orleans?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Oakland, California to New Orleans, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Houston (HOU) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 35m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Oakland, California to New Orleans?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Oakland, California to New Orleans, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Houston (HOU) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 40m.
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 22, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andDelta from Oakland to New Orleans. 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.
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
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