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$80+ Cheap flights from New Orleans to Sacramento (MSY - SMF)

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MSY — SMF
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
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Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to Sacramento (SMF). 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 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$137
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$80
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$392
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/286:52 amMSY - SMF
1 stop13h 50mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/47:37 pmSMF - MSY
1 stop8h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$137
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Tue 6/105:05 amMSY - SMF
1 stop9h 01mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/245:20 amSMF - MSY
1 stop6h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$273
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Tue 6/106:52 amMSY - SMF
1 stop13h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/246:15 amSMF - MSY
1 stop7h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$277
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/175:25 amMSY - SMF
2 stops8h 40mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/246:06 amSMF - MSY
1 stop5h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$278
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 10/97:00 amMSY - SMF
1 stop8h 13mAlaska Airlines
Tue 10/142:05 pmSMF - MSY
1 stop13h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/30$314
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 6/109:40 amMSY - SMF
2 stops8h 35mSouthwest
Tue 6/242:40 pmSMF - MSY
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$325
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 10/97:15 amMSY - SMF
1 stop8h 52mDelta
Tue 10/1410:45 amSMF - MSY
2 stops11h 13mDelta
Deal found 4/30$338

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans to Sacramento 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Sacramento that are best for you.

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New OrleansSacramento

MSY - SMF

MSYSMF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 5/28

6:52 am-6:42 pm

1 stop13h 50m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 6/4

7:37 pm-5:50 am

1 stop8h 13m

$137

New OrleansSacramento

MSY - SMF

MSYSMF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 6/10

5:05 am-12:06 pm

1 stop9h 01m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/24

5:20 am-1:36 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$273

New OrleansSacramento

MSY - SMF

MSYSMF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 6/10

6:52 am-6:42 pm

1 stop13h 50m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/24

6:15 am-3:52 pm

1 stop7h 37m

$277

New OrleansSacramento

MSY - SMF

MSYSMF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 6/17

5:25 am-12:05 pm

2 stops8h 40m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/24

6:06 am-1:45 pm

1 stop5h 39m

$278

New OrleansSacramento

MSY - SMF

MSYSMF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/9

7:00 am-1:13 pm

1 stop8h 13m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/14

2:05 pm-5:32 am

1 stop13h 27m

$314

New OrleansSacramento

MSY - SMF

MSYSMF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 6/10

9:40 am-4:15 pm

2 stops8h 35m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/24

2:40 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$325

New OrleansSacramento

MSY - SMF

MSYSMF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/9

7:15 am-2:07 pm

1 stop8h 52m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/14

10:45 am-11:58 pm

2 stops11h 13m

$338

New OrleansSacramento

MSY - SMF

MSYSMF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 5/17

6:52 am-6:42 pm

1 stop13h 50m

$80

New OrleansSacramento

MSY - SMF

MSYSMF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 5/18

7:50 pm-11:06 am

1 stop17h 16m

$157

New OrleansSacramento

MSY - SMF

MSYSMF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/8

12:00 pm-7:36 pm

2 stops9h 36m

$165

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Compare providers for flights from New Orleans to Sacramento

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 Sacramento in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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-Sacramento flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on New Orleans-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New Orleans-Sacramento flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Sacramento flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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-Sacramento 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 Sacramento

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sacramento from New Orleans with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from New Orleans to Sacramento

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to Sacramento?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from New Orleans to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $420). 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 SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Sacramento. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from New Orleans to Sacramento in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 16% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Sacramento by month

Plan your trip to Sacramento by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sacramento ranges from 0.0 - 3.6 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Sacramento when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Sacramento by month

Plan your trip to Sacramento by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sacramento, 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 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sacramento

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sacramento. 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 Sacramento. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from New Orleans to Sacramento by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New Orleans to Sacramento round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($137), United Airlines ($273), and American Airlines ($278) offers the cheapest pricing from New Orleans to Sacramento. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 65% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Orleans to Sacramento one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $80 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $157 and United Airlines from $165 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans to Sacramento 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 Sacramento?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from New Orleans to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $420). 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 5 airlines flying from New Orleans to Sacramento

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Sacramento. 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 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$170Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$242Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$324Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$332Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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