$80+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to New Orleans (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 8/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco Bay Area to New Orleans flight deals. Data was last updated June 5, 2025.
Round-trip from | $175 (Southwest) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $80 (Southwest) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $423 |
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to New OrleansExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 5, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 5, 2025.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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.
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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.
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 5, 2025.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
OaklandNew Orleans
OAK - MSY
OAKMSY
Oakland
Sat 9/6
7:55 am-5:40 pm
1 stop7h 45m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 9/10
3:30 pm-7:35 pm
1 stop6h 05m
San JoseNew Orleans
SJC - MSY
SJCMSY
San Jose
Sat 9/6
2:45 pm-10:40 pm
1 stop5h 55m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 9/10
10:10 am-2:55 pm
1 stop6h 45m
OaklandNew Orleans
OAK - MSY
OAKMSY
Oakland
Tue 9/9
7:30 am-11:16 pm
1 stop13h 46m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 9/16
3:11 pm-11:39 pm
1 stop10h 28m
San JoseNew Orleans
SJC - MSY
SJCMSY
San Jose
Fri 6/27
1:33 pm-11:06 pm
1 stop7h 33m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Fri 7/4
2:38 pm-10:06 am
2 stops21h 28m
San JoseNew Orleans
SJC - MSY
SJCMSY
San Jose
Tue 11/4
8:10 am-12:29 am
1 stop14h 19m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 11/19
7:00 am-3:45 pm
1 stop10h 45m
San JoseNew Orleans
SJC - MSY
SJCMSY
San Jose
Wed 9/10
6:30 am-3:25 pm
1 stop6h 55m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 9/16
2:55 pm-7:22 pm
1 stop6h 27m
OaklandNew Orleans
OAK - MSY
OAKMSY
Oakland
Sun 8/31
6:15 am-4:57 pm
1 stop8h 42m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 9/9
5:57 pm-7:18 pm
2 stops27h 21m
OaklandNew Orleans
OAK - MSY
OAKMSY
Oakland
Wed 11/5
5:55 am-1:52 pm
1 stop5h 57m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sat 11/8
11:18 am-10:53 pm
2 stops13h 35m
San JoseNew Orleans
SJC - MSY
SJCMSY
San Jose
Fri 6/27
1:33 pm-11:06 pm
1 stop7h 33m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Fri 7/4
5:00 am-10:06 am
3 stops31h 06m
San FranciscoNew Orleans
SFO - MSY
SFOMSY
San Francisco
Fri 8/8
12:55 pm-10:05 pm
1 stop7h 10m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Mon 8/11
3:00 pm-11:20 pm
2 stops10h 20m
Best time to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to New Orleans
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Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco Bay Area to New Orleans
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to New Orleans?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area 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 XIH to MSY?
Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 June 5, 2025.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Francisco Bay Area to New Orleans as you normally would.
Rainfall in New Orleans by month
Plan your trip to New Orleans by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Orleans ranges from 3.3 - 6.4 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.4 in. October is typically the driest time to visit New Orleans when rainfall is around 3.3 in.
Temperature in New Orleans by month
Plan your trip to New Orleans by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Orleans, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).
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 June 5, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco Bay Area to New Orleans, such as Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Dena,Dec 2024
LAS - BDL
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Comfort
Entertainment
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Dena,Dec 2024
LAS - BDL
Crew
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Comfort
Entertainment
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Dena,Dec 2024
LAS - BDL
Crew
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Comfort
Entertainment
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Dena,Dec 2024
LAS - BDL
Crew
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Comfort
Entertainment
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Dena,Dec 2024
LAS - BDL
Crew
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Overall
Comfort
Entertainment
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Dena,Dec 2024
LAS - BDL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$131 | Average$299 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$180 | Average$302 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$220 | Average$483 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$236 | Average$348 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$241 | Average$589 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$280 | Average$463 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$287 | Average$538 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |