For longer trips, economy lots with shuttle service offer better value than the new parking garage at SAT.
$71+ Cheap flights from San Antonio to New Orleans (SAT - 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 1/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAT — MSY
Nov 30 — Dec 71
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Antonio to New Orleans
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Antonio (SAT) 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 October 31, 2025.
Most accurate provider | Mytrip 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | Mytrip 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $147 (Mytrip) |
One-way from | $71 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | November |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $338 |
Good round-trip deal | $293 or less |
Good one-way deal | $215 or less |
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Cheapest flights from San Antonio to New OrleansExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Antonio to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 31, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Antonio to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 31, 2025.
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Sat 11/153:12 pmSAT - MSY
1 stop20h 56mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/1911:32 amMSY - SAT
1 stop7h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$147
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/35:00 amSAT - MSY
1 stop4h 33mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/45:05 pmMSY - SAT
1 stop5h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28![American Airlines logo]()
$159
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Wed 11/127:37 pmSAT - MSY
1 stop12h 58mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/1510:40 amMSY - SAT
1 stop7h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/29![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$172
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 12/136:05 pmSAT - MSY
1 stop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/1610:23 amMSY - SAT
1 stop6h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30![American Airlines logo]()
$175
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/43:06 pmSAT - MSY
1 stop21h 18mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/83:20 pmMSY - SAT
1 stop8h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$183
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/178:25 pmSAT - MSY
2 stops34h 27mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/1911:32 amMSY - SAT
1 stop7h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$188
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/41:55 pmSAT - MSY
1 stop7h 47mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/75:20 amMSY - SAT
1 stop7h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/28![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$194
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/177:37 pmSAT - MSY
1 stop17h 25mSpirit Airlines
Wed 11/1911:32 amMSY - SAT
1 stop7h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/29![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$203
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Sat 11/157:37 pmSAT - MSY
1 stop12h 58mSpirit Airlines
Wed 11/198:29 amMSY - SAT
3 stops28h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$212
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Antonio to New Orleans that are best for you.
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San AntonioNew Orleans
SAT - MSY
SATMSY
San Antonio
Wed 12/10
5:59 pm-9:39 pm
1 stop3h 40m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 12/17
7:00 am-10:51 am
1 stop3h 51m
$159
San AntonioNew Orleans
SAT - MSY
SATMSY
San Antonio
Sat 12/13
6:05 pm-10:50 pm
1 stop4h 45m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 12/16
10:23 am-5:08 pm
1 stop6h 45m
$175
San AntonioNew Orleans
SAT - MSY
SATMSY
San Antonio
Sat 11/15
6:05 pm-12:29 pm
1 stop18h 24m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 11/19
11:32 am-6:42 pm
2 stops31h 10m
$184
San AntonioNew Orleans
SAT - MSY
SATMSY
San Antonio
Mon 11/17
8:25 pm-6:52 am
2 stops34h 27m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 11/19
11:32 am-6:32 pm
1 stop7h 00m
$188
San AntonioNew Orleans
SAT - MSY
SATMSY
San Antonio
Fri 2/20
6:00 am-6:25 pm
1 stop12h 25m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 2/24
8:38 pm-10:27 pm
1 stop25h 49m
$190
San AntonioNew Orleans
SAT - MSY
SATMSY
San Antonio
Thu 2/19
6:00 am-7:43 pm
1 stop13h 43m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sun 2/22
7:20 pm-2:07 pm
1 stop18h 47m
$190
San AntonioNew Orleans
SAT - MSY
SATMSY
San Antonio
Tue 2/24
5:30 am-1:22 pm
1 stop7h 52m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Thu 2/26
6:30 am-1:26 pm
1 stop6h 56m
$191
San AntonioNew Orleans
SAT - MSY
SATMSY
San Antonio
Sat 12/6
3:10 pm-10:50 pm
1 stop7h 40m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Mon 12/8
3:20 pm-11:26 pm
1 stop8h 06m
$194
San AntonioNew Orleans
SAT - MSY
SATMSY
San Antonio
Fri 12/5
3:10 pm-10:50 pm
1 stop7h 40m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sun 12/7
5:15 am-2:15 pm
1 stop9h 00m
$194
San AntonioNew Orleans
SAT - MSY
SATMSY
San Antonio
Thu 1/8
7:34 pm-1:03 pm
1 stop17h 29m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sun 1/11
8:38 pm-3:11 pm
2 stops18h 33m
$201
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Antonio to New Orleans in October.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Antonio-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on San Antonio-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Antonio-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Antonio-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 San Antonio-New Orleans flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Antonio to New Orleans?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Antonio to New Orleans (average of $64). Flying from San Antonio to New Orleans in January is currently the most expensive (average of $171). 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 SAT to MSY?
Find hourly flight availability from San Antonio 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 October 31, 2025.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Antonio to New Orleans in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 35% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.
What is the cheapest day to fly from San Antonio to New Orleans?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Antonio to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on October 26, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Antonio to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from San Antonio to New Orleans?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from San Antonio to New Orleans chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Houston (HOU) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from San Antonio to New Orleans on Cheapflights.
What’s the fastest layover option from San Antonio to New Orleans?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Antonio 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: 3h 10m.
What’s the fastest layover option from San Antonio to New Orleans?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Antonio 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: 3h 10m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from San Antonio to New Orleans?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from San Antonio 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 35m.
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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 October 31, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from San Antonio to New Orleans by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreMike,Aug 2025
OKC - AUS
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreMike,Aug 2025
OKC - AUS
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreMike,Aug 2025
OKC - AUS
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreMike,Aug 2025
OKC - AUS
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreMike,Aug 2025
OKC - AUS
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$64 | Average$195 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$158 | Average$298 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$166 | Average$308 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$237 | Average$347 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |