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$190+ Cheap flights from San Luis Obispo to New Orleans (SBP - 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 3/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBP — MSY
Dec 6 — Dec 131
Sat 12/6
Sat 12/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Luis Obispo to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Luis Obispo to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 6, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:00 amSBP - MSY
1 stop6h 37mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/64:00 pmMSY - SBP
1 stop7h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/5$459
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/247:03 amSBP - MSY
2 stops12h 21mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/72:35 pmMSY - SBP
1 stop8h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/5$464
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/248:15 amSBP - MSY
2 stops11h 09mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/65:00 amMSY - SBP
2 stops8h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/5$469
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:00 amSBP - MSY
1 stop6h 37mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/82:35 pmMSY - SBP
1 stop8h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/5$470
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/248:15 amSBP - MSY
2 stops11h 09mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/82:35 pmMSY - SBP
1 stop8h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/5$475
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:00 amSBP - MSY
1 stop6h 37mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/52:13 pmMSY - SBP
1 stop7h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/5$502
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/248:15 amSBP - MSY
2 stops11h 09mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/52:13 pmMSY - SBP
1 stop7h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/5$507
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/287:07 pmSBP - MSY
2 stops12h 50mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/86:08 pmMSY - SBP
1 stop6h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/5$518
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/229:53 amSBP - MSY
2 stops11h 29mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/267:00 amMSY - SBP
1 stop6h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/5$529
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2612:36 pmSBP - MSY
1 stop17h 58mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/56:44 amMSY - SBP
1 stop7h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/5$532

Cheap flight deals from San Luis Obispo to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Luis Obispo (SBP) 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 November 6, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$369
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$190
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$625
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($136 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Luis Obispo 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 November 6, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Luis Obispo to New Orleans that are best for you.

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Price

San Luis ObispoNew Orleans

SBP - MSY

SBPMSY

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 1/13

6:17 pm-5:47 pm

1 stop21h 30m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 1/20

6:47 pm-5:37 pm

1 stop24h 50m

$342

San Luis ObispoNew Orleans

SBP - MSY

SBPMSY

San Luis Obispo County

Sat 4/25

2:12 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop6h 42m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 5/2

6:52 pm-12:17 am

1 stop7h 25m

$369

San Luis ObispoNew Orleans

SBP - MSY

SBPMSY

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 1/13

10:45 am-8:01 pm

1 stop7h 16m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 1/20

3:59 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops9h 45m

$374

San Luis ObispoNew Orleans

SBP - MSY

SBPMSY

San Luis Obispo County

Mon 1/12

6:00 am-1:41 pm

1 stop5h 41m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/15

7:21 am-12:17 pm

1 stop6h 56m

$390

San Luis ObispoNew Orleans

SBP - MSY

SBPMSY

San Luis Obispo County

Mon 1/12

10:45 am-8:01 pm

1 stop7h 16m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/15

8:10 am-5:17 pm

2 stops11h 07m

$396

San Luis ObispoNew Orleans

SBP - MSY

SBPMSY

San Luis Obispo County

Mon 1/12

5:14 pm-9:13 pm

2 stops25h 59m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/15

10:30 am-11:20 pm

2 stops14h 50m

$400

San Luis ObispoNew Orleans

SBP - MSY

SBPMSY

San Luis Obispo County

Sun 1/11

3:12 pm-9:13 pm

2 stops28h 01m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 1/17

6:47 pm-5:37 pm

1 stop24h 50m

$407

San Luis ObispoNew Orleans

SBP - MSY

SBPMSY

San Luis Obispo County

Sun 1/11

5:00 am-1:33 pm

1 stop6h 33m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 1/17

4:00 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$412

San Luis ObispoNew Orleans

SBP - MSY

SBPMSY

San Luis Obispo County

Sat 3/7

5:45 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop24h 10m

$190

San Luis ObispoNew Orleans

SBP - MSY

SBPMSY

San Luis Obispo County

Mon 12/8

12:28 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$195

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Compare providers for flights from San Luis Obispo 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 Luis Obispo to New Orleans in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Luis Obispo-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Luis Obispo-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Luis Obispo-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Luis Obispo-New Orleans flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Luis Obispo-New Orleans flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Luis Obispo to New Orleans

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Luis Obispo to New Orleans

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Luis Obispo to New Orleans?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Luis Obispo to New Orleans (average of $221). Flying from San Luis Obispo to New Orleans in November is currently the most expensive (average of $375). 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 SBP to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from San Luis Obispo 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 November 6, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Luis Obispo to New Orleans in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 38% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Luis Obispo to New Orleans?

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 November 6, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from San Luis Obispo to New Orleans have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,007 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,007 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,007 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,040 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,007 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

Related info for your journey

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

    Departing from San Luis Obispo to New Orleans will take you 6h 42m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1797 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Luis Obispo to New Orleans round-trip from $272. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is United Airlines. American Airlines is priced at 54% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Luis Obispo 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 Luis Obispo to New Orleans.

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Luis Obispo to New Orleans (average of $221). Flying from San Luis Obispo to New Orleans in November is currently the most expensive (average of $375). 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 2 airlines flying from San Luis Obispo to New Orleans

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Luis Obispo to New Orleans. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 6, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$272Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$362Average$650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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