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$170+ Cheap flights from New Orleans to Oakland, CA (MSY - OAK)

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 8/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — OAK
Jun 9 — Jun 161
Tue 6/9
Tue 6/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Oakland

Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Oakland
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 May 10, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 6/25:20 pm
MSY
-
OAK
1 stop6h 35m
Southwest
Wed 6/104:20 pm
OAK
-
MSY
1 stop6h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 5/6$329
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 7/155:15 pm
MSY
-
OAK
1 stop7h 00m
Southwest
Mon 7/206:10 pm
OAK
-
MSY
1 stop5h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 5/6$339
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 6/117:55 pm
MSY
-
OAK
1 stop6h 20m
Southwest
Tue 6/164:20 pm
OAK
-
MSY
1 stop6h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 5/8$354
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 6/103:40 pm
MSY
-
OAK
1 stop8h 45m
Southwest
Tue 6/164:20 pm
OAK
-
MSY
1 stop6h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 5/9$356
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 8/265:24 pm
MSY
-
OAK
1 stop18h 12m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 8/296:02 am
OAK
-
MSY
1 stop8h 22m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/7$358
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 9/175:24 pm
MSY
-
OAK
1 stop18h 19m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 9/226:00 am
OAK
-
MSY
1 stop8h 24m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/7$366
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
Mon 8/35:19 pm
MSY
-
OAK
1 stop18h 07m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 8/810:22 am
OAK
-
MSY
1 stop17h 27m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/6$369
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 5/226:05 pm
MSY
-
OAK
1 stop8h 20m
Southwest
Tue 6/23:40 pm
OAK
-
MSY
1 stop6h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 5/8$374

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 May 10, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$329
(Southwest)

One-way from

$170
(CheapOair)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$519
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Oakland that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

New OrleansOakland

MSY - OAK

MSYOAK

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 6/2

5:20 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Oakland

Wed 6/10

4:20 pm-12:25 am

1 stop6h 05m

$329

New OrleansOakland

MSY - OAK

MSYOAK

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 7/1

4:30 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop9h 24m

Oakland

Tue 7/7

6:00 am-1:47 pm

1 stop5h 47m

$349

New OrleansOakland

MSY - OAK

MSYOAK

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 7/30

7:55 pm-12:15 am

1 stop6h 20m

Oakland

Thu 8/20

6:10 am-3:30 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$349

New OrleansOakland

MSY - OAK

MSYOAK

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 7/15

1:45 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops8h 10m

Oakland

Mon 7/20

6:10 pm-1:55 am

1 stop5h 45m

$349
Quickest round-trip

New OrleansOakland

MSY - OAK

MSYOAK

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 8/1

6:45 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Oakland

Sat 8/8

5:10 am-12:55 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$349

New OrleansOakland

MSY - OAK

MSYOAK

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 5/22

5:20 am-9:45 am

1 stop6h 25m

Oakland

Tue 6/2

6:10 am-2:10 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$374

New OrleansOakland

MSY - OAK

MSYOAK

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 6/2

8:10 am-1:30 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Oakland

Tue 6/9

12:35 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$399

New OrleansOakland

MSY - OAK

MSYOAK

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 6/2

4:25 pm-11:57 pm

2 stops9h 32m

Oakland

Tue 6/9

6:00 am-1:49 pm

1 stop5h 49m

$409

New OrleansOakland

MSY - OAK

MSYOAK

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 6/5

5:30 am-9:30 am

1 stop6h 00m

Oakland

Sun 6/7

12:20 pm-12:55 am

1 stop10h 35m

$418

New OrleansOakland

MSY - OAK

MSYOAK

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 6/11

2:40 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops9h 55m

Oakland

Mon 6/15

6:10 pm-1:55 am

1 stop5h 45m

$438

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Compare providers for flights from New Orleans to Oakland

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 New Orleans to Oakland in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 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.

Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Oakland

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to Oakland, California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Oakland, California (average of $282). Flying from New Orleans to Oakland, California in May is currently the most expensive (average of $519). 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 MSY to OAK?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Oakland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 10, 2026.

When flying from New Orleans to Oakland, California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Oakland, California?

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 May 10, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,304 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,304 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,304 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Orleans to Oakland. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from New Orleans to Oakland, California?

    Departing from New Orleans to Oakland, California will take you 6h 35m. There are 1898 mi between New Orleans and Oakland, California. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from New Orleans to Oakland, California round-trip?

    Southwest, at $282, was found to be the cheapest airline from New Orleans to Oakland, California.. Users have found that Southwest is 24% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New Orleans to Oakland?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Orleans to Oakland.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Orleans to Oakland?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans to Oakland 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 New Orleans to Oakland, California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Oakland, California (average of $282). Flying from New Orleans to Oakland, California in May is currently the most expensive (average of $519). 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 airline flying from New Orleans to Oakland

Discover the top airline 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 May 10, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$282Average$339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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