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$78+ Cheap flights from San Diego to New Orleans (SAN - MSY)

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SAN — MSY
nov. 15 — nov. 221
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in January or June, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 octubre 16, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$328
(Southwest)

One-way from

$78
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$398

Good round-trip deal

$422 or less

Good one-way deal

$198 or less
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From San Diego to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
One-way flight from San Diego to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
High demand for flights, 3% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on octubre 16, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
vie. 10/246:41 amSAN - MSY
1 stop9h 57mMultiple Airlines
lun. 10/2710:48 pmMSY - SAN
2 stops16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/16$331
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/256:36 amSAN - MSY
1 stop8h 33mFrontier
lun. 12/16:04 pmMSY - SAN
1 stop7h 55mFrontier
Deal found 10/16$333
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
vie. 12/1212:50 pmSAN - MSY
2 stops7h 05mSouthwest
lun. 12/156:40 amMSY - SAN
2 stops8h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 10/14$335
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
lun. 12/222:10 pmSAN - MSY
2 stops50h 56mMultiple Airlines
lun. 12/293:29 pmMSY - SAN
1 stop29h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/16$336
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
lun. 10/276:41 amSAN - MSY
1 stop9h 57mMultiple Airlines
mié. 10/2910:08 pmMSY - SAN
2 stops39h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/16$337
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
sáb. 12/69:45 pmSAN - MSY
1 stop10h 25mSouthwest
sáb. 12/135:45 amMSY - SAN
Nonstop4h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 10/16$338
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
vie. 11/74:20 pmSAN - MSY
1 stop4h 55mSouthwest
mar. 11/117:20 amMSY - SAN
1 stop8h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 10/16$339
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
mar. 10/281:21 pmSAN - MSY
1 stop25h 44mMultiple Airlines
vie. 10/317:45 pmMSY - SAN
1 stop28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/15$342
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
vie. 11/2112:43 pmSAN - MSY
1 stop8h 08mAmerican Airlines
dom. 11/235:15 amMSY - SAN
1 stop6h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/15$349
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/1510:20 amSAN - MSY
1 stop7h 45mUnited Airlines
mié. 11/198:00 amMSY - SAN
2 stops12h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/16$350
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/511:11 amSAN - MSY
2 stops8h 28mUnited Airlines
sáb. 12/133:56 pmMSY - SAN
2 stops9h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/16$359

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to New Orleans that are best for you.

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San DiegoNew Orleans

SAN - MSY

SANMSY

San Diego

vie. 12/12

7:45 am-4:30 pm

1 stop6h 45m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

lun. 12/15

7:10 am-9:20 am

Nonstop4h 10m

$328

San DiegoNew Orleans

SAN - MSY

SANMSY

San Diego

jue. 1/29

10:26 am-5:46 pm

1 stop5h 20m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

dom. 2/1

6:10 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$349

San DiegoNew Orleans

SAN - MSY

SANMSY

San Diego

sáb. 11/15

10:20 am-8:05 pm

1 stop7h 45m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mié. 11/19

8:00 am-6:34 pm

2 stops12h 34m

$350

San DiegoNew Orleans

SAN - MSY

SANMSY

San Diego

jue. 2/19

12:05 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops8h 20m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

dom. 2/22

5:10 am-10:10 am

1 stop7h 00m

$354

San DiegoNew Orleans

SAN - MSY

SANMSY

San Diego

mié. 2/25

11:05 am-11:28 pm

2 stops10h 23m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

lun. 3/2

5:49 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$354

San DiegoNew Orleans

SAN - MSY

SANMSY

San Diego

dom. 2/15

3:30 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop5h 58m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

sáb. 2/21

2:13 pm-10:28 pm

2 stops10h 15m

$354

San DiegoNew Orleans

SAN - MSY

SANMSY

San Diego

dom. 1/25

12:05 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops8h 20m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

lun. 1/26

1:00 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops7h 40m

$359

San DiegoNew Orleans

SAN - MSY

SANMSY

San Diego

dom. 12/14

12:50 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops7h 05m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mar. 12/23

3:20 pm-8:35 pm

2 stops7h 15m

$359

San DiegoNew Orleans

SAN - MSY

SANMSY

San Diego

vie. 11/7

10:30 pm-9:27 am

1 stop8h 57m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

vie. 11/14

5:58 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$367

San DiegoNew Orleans

SAN - MSY

SANMSY

San Diego

mié. 12/24

11:40 am-5:20 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mar. 12/30

5:40 am-10:50 am

1 stop7h 10m

$368

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ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star

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  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-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 San Diego-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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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to New Orleans

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on October 10, 2025.

Booking 19 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Diego 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 San Diego to New Orleans?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to New Orleans (average of $89). Flying from San Diego to New Orleans in February is currently the most expensive (average of $218). 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 SAN to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 octubre 16, 2025.

When flying from San Diego to New Orleans, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 22% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on October 12, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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Airports
SAN

Plan for traffic when heading to SAN. Arrive two hours early to avoid stress, especially during peak times.

Read more about SANby Blane Bachelor
MSY

For quick access to downtown, consider the express bus from MSY, taking around 40 minutes.

Read more about MSYby Brandon Schultz
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Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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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 octubre 16, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to New Orleans, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego 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 San Diego to New Orleans?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong is the airport most travelers will use when flying to New Orleans from San Diego. Booking flights from San Diego (SAN) to Louis Armstrong (MSY) should be relatively easy as there is 1 daily flight to New Orleans from 7 different airlines. 3h 25m is how long a flight from San Diego to New Orleans Louis Armstrong will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this San Diego to New Orleans flight route?

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to New Orleans?

    For as low as $349, Southwest can have you in New Orleans from San Diego in 5h 20m. The distance from San Diego to New Orleans is about 1595 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to New Orleans round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Diego to New Orleans round-trip from $110. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Spirit Airlines, from $140, and American Airlines, from $256. Frontier is 72% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to New Orleans one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Diego to New Orleans are United Airlines ($125), Southwest ($130), and Delta ($130).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to New Orleans?

    While on average a flight from San Diego to New Orleans is generally $392, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $114. When looking at the most popular route, (San Diego - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), you can expect to pay $175 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Diego to New Orleans?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Dallas?

    Most Dallas visitors opt to spend their time experiencing American Airlines Center, Dallas World Aquarium, and Dos Equis Pavilion. American Airlines Center, Dallas World Aquarium, and Dos Equis Pavilion can be visited by traveling about 15.0 mi, 15.5 mi, and 18.3 mi respectively from Dallas/Fort Worth. Those on a layover in Dallas in need of a rental car can book one at Dallas/Fort Worth for about $55.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Diego to New Orleans flights?

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to New Orleans?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to New Orleans (average of $89). Flying from San Diego to New Orleans in February is currently the most expensive (average of $218). 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 7 airlines flying from San Diego to New Orleans

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$110Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$140Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$256Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$256Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$316Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$393Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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