$140+ Cheap flights from New Orleans to Oakland, CA (MSY - OAK)
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MSY — OAK
Apr 3 — Apr 101
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to OaklandExplore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Oakland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 4, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Oakland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 4, 2026.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Thu 10/154:53 pm
MSY
- OAK
1 stop9h 06m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 10/197:00 am
OAK
- MSY
1 stop20h 51m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/2![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$289
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 4/15:40 am
MSY
- OAK
1 stop6h 50m
Southwest
Mon 4/63:25 pm
OAK
- MSY
2 stops7h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 3/2![Southwest logo]()
$294
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/297:00 am
MSY
- OAK
1 stop8h 15m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 5/23:18 pm
OAK
- MSY
2 stops12h 12m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/3![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$301
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Thu 4/25:30 am
MSY
- OAK
2 stops8h 30m
Southwest
Tue 4/73:40 pm
OAK
- MSY
1 stop6h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/3![Southwest logo]()
$304
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/297:00 am
MSY
- OAK
1 stop8h 15m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 5/43:18 pm
OAK
- MSY
2 stops24h 21m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/1![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$321
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Mon 4/66:10 am
MSY
- OAK
1 stop12h 15m
Southwest
Fri 4/1012:50 pm
OAK
- MSY
2 stops8h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 3/3![Southwest logo]()
$331
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Wed 5/205:10 pm
MSY
- OAK
1 stop7h 25m
Southwest
Mon 5/2511:55 pm
OAK
- MSY
1 stop8h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 3/3![Southwest logo]()
$333
Best flights from New Orleans to OaklandDiscover carefully curated flight deals from New Orleans to Oakland that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated March 4, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from New Orleans to Oakland that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated March 4, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Fri 5/153:25 pm
MSY
- OAK
2 stops8h 40m
Southwest
Sun 5/176:15 am
OAK
- MSY
1 stop7h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 3/3![Southwest logo]()
$294
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/2510:30 am
MSY
- OAK
1 stop10h 54m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 4/266:20 am
OAK
- MSY
1 stop21h 10m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/2![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$362
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 4/15:40 am
MSY
- OAK
1 stop6h 50m
Southwest
Mon 4/63:25 pm
OAK
- MSY
2 stops7h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 3/2![Southwest logo]()
$294
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Thu 4/25:30 am
MSY
- OAK
2 stops8h 30m
Southwest
Tue 4/72:30 pm
OAK
- MSY
2 stops7h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 3/3![Southwest logo]()
$309
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Wed 5/205:10 pm
MSY
- OAK
1 stop7h 25m
Southwest
Mon 5/2511:55 pm
OAK
- MSY
1 stop8h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 3/3![Southwest logo]()
$333
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/195:50 am
MSY
- OAK
2 stops9h 50m
Southwest
Wed 3/256:00 am
OAK
- MSY
2 stops10h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 3/4![Southwest logo]()
$344
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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 4/175:50 am
MSY
- OAK
2 stops7h 40m
Southwest
Fri 4/175:15 pm
OAK
- MSY
1 stop5h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 2/28![Southwest logo]()
$359
Last-minute flights from New Orleans to OaklandDiscover last-minute flight deals from New Orleans to Oakland. Data last updated March 4, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from New Orleans to Oakland. Data last updated March 4, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/192:30 pm
MSY
- OAK
1 stop7h 05m
Southwest
Wed 3/254:20 pm
OAK
- MSY
1 stop5h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 3/4![Southwest logo]()
$334
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 4/15:40 am
MSY
- OAK
1 stop6h 50m
Southwest
Mon 4/63:25 pm
OAK
- MSY
2 stops7h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 3/2![Southwest logo]()
$294
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Thu 4/25:30 am
MSY
- OAK
2 stops8h 30m
Southwest
Tue 4/73:40 pm
OAK
- MSY
1 stop6h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/3![Southwest logo]()
$304
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Mon 4/66:10 am
MSY
- OAK
1 stop12h 15m
Southwest
Fri 4/1012:50 pm
OAK
- MSY
2 stops8h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 3/3![Southwest logo]()
$331
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/297:00 am
MSY
- OAK
1 stop8h 15m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 5/22:09 pm
OAK
- MSY
1 stop13h 21m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/3![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$289
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/297:00 am
MSY
- OAK
1 stop8h 15m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 5/43:18 pm
OAK
- MSY
2 stops24h 21m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/1![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$321
One-way flights from New Orleans to OaklandSearch for one-way flight options from New Orleans to Oakland. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 4, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from New Orleans to Oakland. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 4, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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 4/175:50 am
MSY
- OAK
1 stop6h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 3/1![Southwest logo]()
$140
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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 5/297:07 pm
MSY
- OAK
1 stop6h 50m
Delta
Deal found 3/1![Delta logo]()
$145
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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.
Thu 5/284:25 pm
MSY
- OAK
2 stops9h 32m
Delta
Deal found 3/1![Delta logo]()
$150
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/157:00 am
MSY
- OAK
1 stop18h 43m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/2![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$167
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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 3/187:15 pm
MSY
- OAK
1 stop6h 31m
Delta
Deal found 2/27![Delta logo]()
$180
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 3/125:30 am
MSY
- OAK
1 stop7h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/2![Southwest logo]()
$182
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/77:00 am
MSY
- OAK
2 stops17h 23m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/3![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$183
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/1110:00 am
MSY
- OAK
1 stop25h 24m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/1![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$187
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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.
Mon 6/13:55 pm
MSY
- OAK
2 stops21h 53m
Delta
Deal found 3/1![Delta logo]()
$193
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/247:10 am
MSY
- OAK
1 stop8h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/2![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$194
Find flight deals from New Orleans to Oakland
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to Oakland (OAK). 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 March 4, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $289 (CheapOair) |
One-way from | $140 (Southwest) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $385 |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans to Oakland 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 March 4, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Oakland that are best for you.
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Depart
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New OrleansOakland
MSY - OAK
MSYOAK
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Fri 5/15
3:25 pm-10:05 pm
2 stops8h 40m
Oakland
Sun 5/17
6:15 am-3:30 pm
1 stop7h 15m
$294
New OrleansOakland
MSY - OAK
MSYOAK
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 4/1
5:40 am-10:30 am
1 stop6h 50m
Oakland
Mon 4/6
3:25 pm-12:55 am
2 stops7h 30m
$294
New OrleansOakland
MSY - OAK
MSYOAK
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Thu 4/2
5:30 am-12:00 pm
2 stops8h 30m
Oakland
Tue 4/7
2:30 pm-11:50 pm
2 stops7h 20m
$309
New OrleansOakland
MSY - OAK
MSYOAK
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 5/20
5:10 pm-10:35 pm
1 stop7h 25m
Oakland
Mon 5/25
11:55 pm-10:00 am
1 stop8h 05m
$333
New OrleansOakland
MSY - OAK
MSYOAK
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Thu 3/19
5:50 am-1:40 pm
2 stops9h 50m
Oakland
Wed 3/25
6:00 am-6:15 pm
2 stops10h 15m
$344
New OrleansOakland
MSY - OAK
MSYOAK
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Fri 4/17
5:50 am-11:30 am
2 stops7h 40m
Oakland
Fri 4/17
5:15 pm-12:55 am
1 stop5h 40m
$359
New OrleansOakland
MSY - OAK
MSYOAK
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sat 4/25
10:30 am-7:24 pm
1 stop10h 54m
Oakland
Sun 4/26
6:20 am-5:30 am
1 stop21h 10m
$362
New OrleansOakland
MSY - OAK
MSYOAK
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 3/31
5:05 pm-10:05 pm
1 stop7h 00m
$145
New OrleansOakland
MSY - OAK
MSYOAK
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 6/16
2:55 pm-10:05 pm
1 stop9h 10m
$145
New OrleansOakland
MSY - OAK
MSYOAK
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Thu 5/28
4:25 pm-11:57 pm
2 stops9h 32m
$150
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from New Orleans to Oakland in March.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Oakland, California flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on New Orleans-Oakland, California flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New Orleans-Oakland, California flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Oakland, California 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 New Orleans-Oakland, California flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Oakland
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Oakland. 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 Oakland. Reviews last updated March 4, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and Spirit Airlines from New Orleans to Oakland to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
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Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Oakland. 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 March 4, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$149 | Average$256 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$276 | Average$347 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$282 | Average$339 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |