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$76+ Cheap flights from San Diego to New Orleans (SAN - MSY)

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SAN — MSY
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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 August 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$153
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One-way from

$76
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Popular in

December

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Average price

$401

Good round-trip deal

$296 or less

Good one-way deal

$158 or less
From San Diego to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
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Thu 10/28:25 amSAN - MSY
1 stop10h 25mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/59:42 pmMSY - SAN
1 stop11h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$127
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Thu 10/26:15 amSAN - MSY
1 stop12h 35mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/810:46 amMSY - SAN
1 stop14h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/15$153
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Thu 9/188:25 amSAN - MSY
1 stop10h 25mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/227:45 amMSY - SAN
1 stop12h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/15$155
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Sat 10/257:47 pmSAN - MSY
1 stop7h 34mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/299:45 amMSY - SAN
1 stop10h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/15$157
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Tue 10/141:34 pmSAN - MSY
1 stop13h 47mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/189:42 pmMSY - SAN
1 stop11h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$158
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Sat 10/187:47 pmSAN - MSY
1 stop7h 34mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/2210:46 amMSY - SAN
1 stop14h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/13$159
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Fri 9/196:15 amSAN - MSY
1 stop12h 35mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/227:45 amMSY - SAN
1 stop12h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/13$164
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Wed 10/157:47 pmSAN - MSY
1 stop7h 34mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/199:42 pmMSY - SAN
1 stop11h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$167
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Thu 9/48:25 amSAN - MSY
1 stop10h 25mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/77:45 amMSY - SAN
1 stop25h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/15$169
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Sat 10/117:47 pmSAN - MSY
1 stop7h 34mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/1410:46 amMSY - SAN
1 stop24h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$171

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SAN - MSY

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Thu 10/2

8:25 am-8:50 pm

1 stop10h 25m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 10/5

9:42 pm-7:26 am

1 stop11h 44m

$127

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SAN - MSY

SANMSY

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Thu 9/4

6:15 am-8:50 pm

1 stop12h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

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7:45 am-6:42 pm

1 stop12h 57m

$153

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SAN - MSY

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Fri 9/5

6:15 am-8:50 pm

1 stop12h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

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7:45 am-6:42 pm

1 stop12h 57m

$153

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SAN - MSY

SANMSY

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Thu 10/2

6:15 am-8:50 pm

1 stop12h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 10/8

9:45 am-6:42 pm

1 stop10h 57m

$153

San DiegoNew Orleans

SAN - MSY

SANMSY

San Diego

Sat 10/11

7:47 pm-5:21 am

1 stop7h 34m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 10/14

10:46 am-6:30 pm

1 stop9h 44m

$155

San DiegoNew Orleans

SAN - MSY

SANMSY

San Diego

Thu 9/25

8:25 am-8:50 pm

1 stop10h 25m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 9/26

7:45 am-6:42 pm

1 stop12h 57m

$155

San DiegoNew Orleans

SAN - MSY

SANMSY

San Diego

Thu 9/18

8:25 am-8:50 pm

1 stop10h 25m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/22

7:45 am-6:42 pm

1 stop12h 57m

$155

San DiegoNew Orleans

SAN - MSY

SANMSY

San Diego

Sat 10/25

7:47 pm-5:21 am

1 stop7h 34m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 10/29

9:45 am-6:42 pm

1 stop10h 57m

$157

San DiegoNew Orleans

SAN - MSY

SANMSY

San Diego

Tue 10/14

1:34 pm-5:21 am

1 stop13h 47m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 10/18

9:42 pm-7:26 am

1 stop11h 44m

$158

San DiegoNew Orleans

SAN - MSY

SANMSY

San Diego

Sat 10/18

7:47 pm-5:21 am

1 stop7h 34m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 10/22

10:46 am-11:17 pm

1 stop14h 31m

$159

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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

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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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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to New Orleans

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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 August 8, 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from San Diego 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 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 August 15, 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 23% 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 August 10, 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. Saturday 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 Diego to New Orleans?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from San Diego to New Orleans chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Houston (IAH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 88% of 1-stop itineraries from San Diego to New Orleans on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from San Diego to New Orleans?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from San Diego to New Orleans, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Houston (HOU) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $485.

What’s the fastest layover option from San Diego to New Orleans?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Diego 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: 4h 45m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from San Diego to New Orleans?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from San Diego 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 0h 50m.

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 August 15, 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

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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

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

  • 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 Delta, from $256. Frontier is 71% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    While on average a flight from San Diego to New Orleans is generally $279, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $122. When looking at the most popular route, (San Diego - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), you can expect to pay $127 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 Houston?

    Most Houston visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Space Center Houston, House of Blues Houston, and Revention Music Center. Space Center Houston, House of Blues Houston, and Revention Music Center can be visited by traveling about 33.5 mi, 16.1 mi, and 15.5 mi respectively from Houston George Bush Intcntl. Those on a layover in Houston in need of a rental car can book one at Houston George Bush Intcntl for about $40.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from San Diego 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$110Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$140Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$256Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$256Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$310Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$387Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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