$138+ Cheap flights from San Diego to New Orleans (SAN - MSY)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — MSY
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to New OrleansExplore 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 September 17, 2026.
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 September 17, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/294:53 pm -
1 stop14h 57m
Thu 11/510:45 am -
1 stop15h 12m
Deal found 9/14![Frontier logo]()
$230
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/246:25 am -
1 stop25h 17m
Thu 10/2910:45 am -
1 stop15h 12m
Deal found 9/17![Frontier logo]()
$249
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/128:32 pm -
1 stop19h 07m
Mon 11/166:34 pm -
2 stops26h 04m
Deal found 9/14![Frontier logo]()
$257
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/116:25 am -
1 stop25h 25m
Fri 11/1310:45 am -
1 stop7h 23m
Deal found 9/17![Frontier logo]()
$266
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/154:53 pm -
1 stop14h 49m
Thu 10/2210:37 am -
1 stop15h 19m
Deal found 9/16![Frontier logo]()
$290
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Tue 11/39:20 am -
Nonstop3h 35m
Sat 11/71:25 pm -
1 stop9h 05m
Deal found 9/16![Southwest logo]()
$302
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/18:17 am -
2 stops22h 21m
Thu 12/32:17 pm -
1 stop11h 40m
Deal found 9/17![Frontier logo]()
$303
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/198:32 pm -
1 stop20h 43m
Tue 11/247:15 pm -
1 stop15h 55m
Deal found 9/17![Frontier logo]()
$304
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/77:15 am -
1 stop8h 36m
Tue 11/107:43 am -
1 stop6h 28m
Deal found 9/16![American Airlines logo]()
$305
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 10/143:00 pm -
1 stop5h 30m
Tue 11/35:40 am -
1 stop8h 10m
Deal found 9/14![Southwest logo]()
$306
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/143:14 pm -
2 stops11h 56m
Fri 10/1610:07 pm -
1 stop20h 42m
Deal found 9/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$307
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sat 10/316:25 am -
1 stop7h 50m
Sat 11/73:25 pm -
2 stops7h 40m
Deal found 9/16![Southwest logo]()
$310
Best flights from San Diego to New OrleansDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to New Orleans that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 17, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to New Orleans that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 17, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Wed 11/117:10 am -
1 stop6h 45m
Thu 11/125:55 pm -
Nonstop4h 05m
Deal found 9/16![Southwest logo]()
$334
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/133:00 pm -
1 stop7h 24m
Tue 11/175:30 am -
1 stop8h 08m
Deal found 9/16![Delta logo]()
$380
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Thu 3/111:58 pm -
1 stop5h 17m
Sun 3/145:00 am -
1 stop8h 07m
Deal found 9/13![United Airlines logo]()
$505
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 12/29:20 am -
Nonstop3h 35m
Sun 12/67:10 pm -
1 stop5h 25m
Deal found 9/14![Southwest logo]()
$402
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 12/29:50 pm -
1 stop8h 18m
Sat 12/121:47 pm -
2 stops11h 05m
Deal found 9/17![Delta logo]()
$442
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Sat 1/96:15 am -
2 stops7h 35m
Sun 1/315:10 am -
1 stop6h 55m
Deal found 9/17![Southwest logo]()
$410
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/46:20 am -
2 stops7h 48m
Sun 11/85:00 am -
2 stops10h 47m
Deal found 9/14![United Airlines logo]()
$515
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 1/107:05 am -
1 stop8h 35m
Thu 1/145:40 am -
1 stop7h 00m
Deal found 9/13![Southwest logo]()
$437
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Tue 12/291:05 pm -
Nonstop3h 30m
Thu 12/317:55 am -
1 stop5h 30m
Deal found 9/16![Southwest logo]()
$448
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/303:15 pm -
Nonstop3h 30m
Fri 11/65:55 pm -
Nonstop4h 05m
Deal found 9/15![Southwest logo]()
$458
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 12/109:20 am -
Nonstop3h 35m
Sun 12/135:55 pm -
Nonstop4h 05m
Deal found 9/13![Southwest logo]()
$484
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 11/86:15 am -
1 stop6h 30m
Mon 11/95:40 am -
1 stop7h 50m
Deal found 9/13![Southwest logo]()
$484
Last-minute flights from San Diego to New OrleansDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to New Orleans. Data last updated September 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to New Orleans. Data last updated September 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/63:07 pm -
1 stop6h 20m
Sat 10/1010:56 am -
1 stop6h 40m
Deal found 9/16![American Airlines logo]()
$305
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/74:54 pm -
1 stop14h 48m
Mon 10/1210:07 pm -
2 stops17h 09m
Deal found 9/17![Frontier logo]()
$314
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 10/143:00 pm -
1 stop5h 30m
Tue 11/35:40 am -
1 stop8h 10m
Deal found 9/14![Southwest logo]()
$306
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/143:14 pm -
2 stops11h 56m
Fri 10/1610:07 pm -
1 stop20h 42m
Deal found 9/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$307
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/154:53 pm -
1 stop14h 49m
Thu 10/2210:37 am -
1 stop15h 19m
Deal found 9/16![Frontier logo]()
$290
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sat 10/172:00 pm -
1 stop7h 00m
Wed 10/214:55 pm -
Nonstop3h 55m
Deal found 9/14![Southwest logo]()
$311
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/246:25 am -
1 stop25h 17m
Thu 10/2910:45 am -
1 stop15h 12m
Deal found 9/17![Frontier logo]()
$249
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/294:53 pm -
1 stop14h 57m
Thu 11/510:45 am -
1 stop15h 12m
Deal found 9/14![Frontier logo]()
$230
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/317:15 am -
1 stop8h 19m
Sat 11/77:43 am -
1 stop6h 28m
Deal found 9/16![American Airlines logo]()
$304
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sat 10/316:25 am -
1 stop7h 50m
Sat 11/73:25 pm -
2 stops7h 40m
Deal found 9/16![Southwest logo]()
$310
One-way flights from San Diego to New OrleansSearch for one-way flight options from San Diego to New Orleans. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 17, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to New Orleans. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 17, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Tue 11/176:25 am -
2 stops31h 48m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/16![Frontier logo]()
$138
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/128:32 pm -
1 stop19h 07m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/17![Frontier logo]()
$140
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Mon 11/169:32 am -
2 stops28h 41m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/16![Frontier logo]()
$146
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1810:56 am -
2 stops16h 14m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$149
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Tue 12/159:20 am -
Nonstop3h 35m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/16![Southwest logo]()
$150
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/173:14 pm -
2 stops11h 56m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$152
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/103:13 pm -
1 stop5h 44m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/17![American Airlines logo]()
$153
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sat 12/128:24 am -
1 stop18h 46m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$154
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Wed 12/168:24 am -
1 stop18h 46m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$155
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Wed 10/213:14 pm -
2 stops35h 46m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$156
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Fri 11/139:32 am -
2 stops28h 41m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/16![Frontier logo]()
$157
Find 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 September 17, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $230 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $138 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $437 |
Good round-trip deal | $443 or less |
Good one-way deal | $248 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 17, 2026.
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 San Diego - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
SANMSY
San Diego
Wed 12/16
9:20 am-2:55 pm
Nonstop3h 35m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$150
San DiegoNew Orleans
SAN San Diego - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
SANMSY
San Diego
Wed 10/14
2:10 pm-11:35 pm
1 stop7h 25m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$174
San DiegoNew Orleans
SAN San Diego - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
SANMSY
San Diego
Mon 10/12
10:30 pm-9:35 am
1 stop9h 05m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$175
San DiegoNew Orleans
SAN San Diego - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
SANMSY
San Diego
Mon 12/14
6:20 am-5:33 pm
2 stops9h 13m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$180
San DiegoNew Orleans
SAN San Diego - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
SANMSY
San Diego
Mon 11/16
9:50 pm-8:03 am
1 stop8h 13m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$184
San DiegoNew Orleans
SAN San Diego - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
SANMSY
San Diego
Thu 12/17
3:00 pm-12:34 am
1 stop7h 34m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$184
San DiegoNew Orleans
SAN San Diego - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
SANMSY
San Diego
Fri 11/13
12:48 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop9h 11m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$207
San DiegoNew Orleans
SAN San Diego - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
SANMSY
San Diego
Sat 12/12
7:41 pm-9:25 am
2 stops11h 44m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$208
San DiegoNew Orleans
SAN San Diego - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
SANMSY
San Diego
Fri 3/12
1:10 pm-6:50 pm
Nonstop3h 40m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$232
San DiegoNew Orleans
SAN San Diego - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
SANMSY
San Diego
Wed 11/11
7:10 am-3:55 pm
1 stop6h 45m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Thu 11/12
5:55 pm-8:00 pm
Nonstop4h 05m
$334
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Compare providers for flights from San Diego 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 San Diego to New Orleans in September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to New Orleans?
Booking 86 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 $257). Flying from San Diego to New Orleans in March is currently the most expensive (average of $458). 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 September 17, 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Diego to New Orleans as you normally would.
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.
Austin (AUS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 56% 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 (IAH) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $388.
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 Austin (AUS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 4h 47m.
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 Phoenix (PHX) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 15m.
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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 September 17, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to New Orleans, such as Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
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| Cheapest$139 | Average$324 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$204 | Average$390 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$230 | Average$367 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$236 | Average$378 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$271 | Average$474 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$281 | Average$412 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$292 | Average$528 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% |