$81+ Cheap flights from New Orleans to San Diego (MSY - SAN)
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 7/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to San Diego
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to San Diego (SAN). 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 June 12, 2025.
Round-trip from | $159 (Cheapflightsfares) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $81 (Mytrip) |
Popular in | October |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $368 |
Good round-trip deal | $367 or less |
Good one-way deal | $199 or less |
Find flight deals from New Orleans to San Diego
Cheapest flights from New Orleans to San DiegoExplore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
New OrleansSan Diego
MSY - SAN
MSYSAN
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 7/8
7:04 am-6:26 pm
1 stop13h 22m
San Diego
Sat 7/12
10:50 am-11:44 pm
1 stop10h 54m
New OrleansSan Diego
MSY - SAN
MSYSAN
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Thu 8/28
3:00 pm-4:50 pm
Nonstop3h 50m
San Diego
Tue 9/2
2:15 pm-8:00 pm
Nonstop3h 45m
New OrleansSan Diego
MSY - SAN
MSYSAN
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Mon 8/4
4:53 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop9h 06m
San Diego
Tue 8/12
7:05 pm-5:50 am
1 stop8h 45m
New OrleansSan Diego
MSY - SAN
MSYSAN
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 8/20
8:27 pm-5:06 pm
1 stop22h 39m
San Diego
Wed 8/27
6:14 pm-10:03 am
1 stop13h 49m
New OrleansSan Diego
MSY - SAN
MSYSAN
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Thu 8/28
6:15 pm-12:11 am
1 stop7h 56m
San Diego
Tue 9/2
2:48 pm-10:43 pm
1 stop5h 55m
New OrleansSan Diego
MSY - SAN
MSYSAN
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 7/2
5:00 am-7:13 am
3 stops28h 13m
San Diego
Sun 7/13
9:40 pm-5:35 am
2 stops29h 55m
New OrleansSan Diego
MSY - SAN
MSYSAN
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sat 9/13
7:21 am-8:18 pm
2 stops14h 57m
San Diego
Tue 9/16
7:45 pm-4:57 pm
1 stop19h 12m
New OrleansSan Diego
MSY - SAN
MSYSAN
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Thu 10/9
3:25 pm-9:35 pm
1 stop8h 10m
San Diego
Tue 10/14
3:59 pm-11:58 pm
1 stop5h 59m
New OrleansSan Diego
MSY - SAN
MSYSAN
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Thu 7/17
3:27 pm-11:06 pm
1 stop9h 39m
New OrleansSan Diego
MSY - SAN
MSYSAN
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 8/6
10:10 am-11:55 am
Nonstop3h 45m
Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to San Diego
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Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from New Orleans to San Diego
How far ahead should I book a flight from New Orleans to San Diego?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New Orleans to San Diego. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.
The price you pay for your flight from New Orleans to San Diego may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 80 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to San Diego?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from New Orleans to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 SAN?
Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
When flying from New Orleans to San Diego, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 60% versus a flight at noon.
What is the cheapest day to fly from New Orleans to San Diego?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New Orleans to San Diego. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New Orleans to San Diego flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Rainfall in San Diego by month
Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.
Temperature in San Diego by month
Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).
Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 Diego. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Orleans to San Diego, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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James,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
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Food
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James,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
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Food
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James,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
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James,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Entertainment
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Food
Overall
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James,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Entertainment
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Comfort
Food
Overall
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Reviews
James,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
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Top 6 airlines flying from New Orleans to San Diego
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$134 | Average$218 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$138 | Average$217 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$199 | Average$314 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$250 | Average$356 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$256 | Average$293 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$276 | Average$477 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |