San Antonio

$75+ Cheap flights from New Orleans to San Antonio (MSY - SAT)

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MSY — SAT
Jan 11 — Jan 181
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Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to San Antonio

Cheapest flights from New Orleans to San Antonio
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to San Antonio. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Tue 12/235:05 amMSY - SAT
1 stop6h 45mSpirit Airlines
Thu 12/2512:45 pmSAT - MSY
1 stop11h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/10$230
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/303:10 pmMSY - SAT
1 stop8h 16mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/312:39 pmSAT - MSY
1 stop7h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/9$255
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/243:10 pmMSY - SAT
1 stop8h 16mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/306:45 amSAT - MSY
1 stop7h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$263
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/303:10 pmMSY - SAT
1 stop8h 16mSpirit Airlines
Fri 1/212:45 pmSAT - MSY
1 stop11h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/10$266
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/183:10 pmMSY - SAT
1 stop8h 16mSpirit Airlines
Thu 12/2512:45 pmSAT - MSY
1 stop11h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/10$283
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Sun 12/145:15 amMSY - SAT
1 stop9h 00mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/153:10 pmSAT - MSY
1 stop7h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/11$299
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:40 amMSY - SAT
1 stop16h 46mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/295:56 pmSAT - MSY
2 stops38h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$307
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/185:22 pmMSY - SAT
2 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/2511:30 amSAT - MSY
1 stop12h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$313
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Thu 12/256:40 amMSY - SAT
1 stop16h 46mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/2912:45 pmSAT - MSY
1 stop11h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/10$316
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 12/313:10 pmMSY - SAT
1 stop8h 16mSpirit Airlines
Fri 1/22:39 pmSAT - MSY
1 stop9h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/12$325

Find flight deals from New Orleans to San Antonio

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to San Antonio (SAT). 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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Round-trip from

$169
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$75
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$361
Provider with most accurate pricing for New Orleans Louis Armstrong-San Antonio flight deals.
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From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to San Antonio
One-way flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to San Antonio
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($13 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans to San Antonio 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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to San Antonio that are best for you.

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New Orleans

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Depart

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Price

New OrleansSan Antonio

MSY - SAT

MSYSAT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 1/10

7:42 pm-9:40 am

1 stop13h 58m

San Antonio

Sat 1/17

10:35 am-9:29 pm

1 stop10h 54m

$169

New OrleansSan Antonio

MSY - SAT

MSYSAT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 2/27

6:23 pm-7:01 pm

1 stop24h 38m

San Antonio

Mon 3/2

3:50 pm-5:24 am

1 stop13h 34m

$180

New OrleansSan Antonio

MSY - SAT

MSYSAT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 1/28

7:23 am-3:21 pm

1 stop7h 58m

San Antonio

Tue 2/3

4:29 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop6h 56m

$187

New OrleansSan Antonio

MSY - SAT

MSYSAT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 1/21

7:00 am-9:40 am

2 stops26h 40m

San Antonio

Sat 1/24

10:35 am-9:29 pm

1 stop10h 54m

$193

New OrleansSan Antonio

MSY - SAT

MSYSAT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 2/3

6:05 am-11:52 pm

2 stops17h 47m

San Antonio

Thu 2/5

10:35 am-9:29 pm

1 stop10h 54m

$201

New OrleansSan Antonio

MSY - SAT

MSYSAT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 1/23

7:42 pm-9:40 am

1 stop13h 58m

San Antonio

Sun 1/25

8:24 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops21h 36m

$206

New OrleansSan Antonio

MSY - SAT

MSYSAT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 1/26

6:55 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop4h 02m

San Antonio

Wed 1/28

2:15 pm-5:46 pm

1 stop3h 31m

$211

New OrleansSan Antonio

MSY - SAT

MSYSAT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 1/14

7:00 am-8:14 am

1 stop25h 14m

$75

New OrleansSan Antonio

MSY - SAT

MSYSAT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 1/6

3:31 pm-8:43 pm

1 stop5h 12m

$94

New OrleansSan Antonio

MSY - SAT

MSYSAT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 2/10

5:29 pm-12:38 am

1 stop7h 09m

$94

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Deals found on 12/11

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Compare providers for flights from New Orleans to San Antonio

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 San Antonio in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

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

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to San Antonio (average of $62). Flying from New Orleans to San Antonio in January is currently the most expensive (average of $170). 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 SAT?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to San Antonio. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from New Orleans to San Antonio in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 23% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Orleans to San Antonio?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New Orleans to San Antonio. Price data was last updated on December 6, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New Orleans to San Antonio flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

The best insider tips for New Orleans to San Antonio flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your New Orleans to San Antonio trip
Airports
MSY

Expect efficient security at MSY with average wait times around 15 minutes, thanks to a single TSA checkpoint.

SAT

Use rideshare services from SAT's lower level of Terminal A for convenient access to downtown San Antonio.

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Brandon Schultz

Expert on MSY

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Ramsey Qubein

Expert on SAT

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Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Reviews of airlines servicing San Antonio

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Antonio. 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 San Antonio. Reviews last updated December 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from New Orleans to San Antonio have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Orleans to San Antonio. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How popular is this New Orleans to San Antonio flight route?

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

    There are many flights that can get you from New Orleans to San Antonio in 7h 58m. Fly via Spirit Airlines or Delta to get the fastest option. The distance from New Orleans to San Antonio is about 493 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently priced at $62, Spirit Airlines will fly you from New Orleans to San Antonio and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $142 and $144, respectively. These flights start at 79% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $31 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $109 and $118, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to San Antonio (average of $62). Flying from New Orleans to San Antonio in January is currently the most expensive (average of $170). 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 4 airlines flying from New Orleans to San Antonio

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to San Antonio. 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$62Average$176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$142Average$276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$144Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$196Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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