For longer trips, economy lots with shuttle service offer better value than the new parking garage at SAT.
$81+ 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 1/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAT — MSY
Jan 7 — Jan 141
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Antonio to New Orleans
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 December 8, 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 December 8, 2025.
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/5. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2511:30 amSAT - MSY
1 stop12h 29mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/315:05 amMSY - SAT
1 stop6h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/5![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$192
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Wed 12/312:39 pmSAT - MSY
1 stop18h 08mSpirit Airlines
Tue 1/65:00 pmMSY - SAT
2 stops30h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/7![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$207
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/113:10 pmSAT - MSY
1 stop7h 40mSpirit Airlines
Thu 12/185:05 amMSY - SAT
1 stop6h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/7![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$212
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/113:10 pmSAT - MSY
1 stop7h 40mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/153:20 pmMSY - SAT
1 stop8h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/7![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$213
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Fri 12/265:56 pmSAT - MSY
1 stop28h 27mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/3011:02 amMSY - SAT
1 stop12h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$244
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Wed 12/312:39 pmSAT - MSY
1 stop18h 08mSpirit Airlines
Mon 1/53:10 pmMSY - SAT
2 stops20h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/7![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$250
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Wed 12/312:39 pmSAT - MSY
1 stop18h 08mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/44:58 pmMSY - SAT
1 stop24h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$251
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/232:39 pmSAT - MSY
1 stop9h 20mSpirit Airlines
Thu 12/253:10 pmMSY - SAT
1 stop8h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/6![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$283
Find 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 December 8, 2025.
Most accurate provider | Mytrip 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | Mytrip 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $172 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $81 (Frontier) |
Popular in | November |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $314 |
Good round-trip deal | $409 or less |
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San AntonioNew Orleans
SAT - MSY
SATMSY
San Antonio
Thu 1/15
6:30 am-7:41 pm
1 stop13h 11m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 1/21
7:42 pm-9:40 am
1 stop13h 58m
$186
San AntonioNew Orleans
SAT - MSY
SATMSY
San Antonio
Fri 1/16
10:35 am-8:21 am
1 stop21h 46m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Mon 1/19
8:36 pm-11:52 pm
1 stop27h 16m
$203
San AntonioNew Orleans
SAT - MSY
SATMSY
San Antonio
Fri 1/9
10:35 am-8:21 am
1 stop21h 46m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sun 1/11
8:36 pm-7:03 pm
1 stop22h 27m
$209
San AntonioNew Orleans
SAT - MSY
SATMSY
San Antonio
Thu 1/15
9:09 am-7:41 pm
1 stop10h 32m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 1/21
6:05 am-11:52 pm
2 stops17h 47m
$213
San AntonioNew Orleans
SAT - MSY
SATMSY
San Antonio
Fri 2/6
6:30 am-6:06 pm
1 stop11h 36m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sun 2/8
10:47 am-7:33 pm
2 stops32h 46m
$227
San AntonioNew Orleans
SAT - MSY
SATMSY
San Antonio
Mon 2/16
10:26 am-9:19 am
1 stop22h 53m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Fri 2/20
7:03 pm-9:18 am
2 stops14h 15m
$236
San AntonioNew Orleans
SAT - MSY
SATMSY
San Antonio
Thu 1/1
11:30 am-11:59 pm
1 stop12h 29m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 1/6
8:11 pm-1:44 pm
1 stop17h 33m
$245
San AntonioNew Orleans
SAT - MSY
SATMSY
San Antonio
Sun 1/4
12:45 pm-1:14 pm
1 stop24h 29m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sun 1/11
6:05 am-9:40 am
1 stop27h 35m
$245
San AntonioNew Orleans
SAT - MSY
SATMSY
San Antonio
Mon 1/5
6:35 am-7:06 pm
1 stop12h 31m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Mon 1/12
10:47 am-11:52 pm
2 stops13h 05m
$246
San AntonioNew Orleans
SAT - MSY
SATMSY
San Antonio
Fri 1/16
10:35 am-9:29 pm
1 stop10h 54m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sun 1/18
6:05 am-11:52 pm
2 stops17h 47m
$257
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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 December.
| 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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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Antonio to New Orleans?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Antonio to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Antonio to New Orleans, you should look to book at least 78 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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 $167). 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 December 8, 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 December 6, 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 cheapest layover airport for flights from San Antonio to New Orleans?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from San Antonio to New Orleans, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Atlanta (ATL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $174.
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 December 8, 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
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$64 | Average$199 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$158 | Average$305 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$158 | Average$288 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$237 | Average$348 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |