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$96+ Cheap flights from New Orleans to Santa Ana (MSY - SNA)

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 7/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — SNA
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty are usually found in May or January, booked 22 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Santa Ana

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to Santa Ana (SNA). 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

$158
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$96
(FlightHub)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$442
From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Santa Ana
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Santa Ana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Fri 7/47:04 amMSY - SNA
1 stop11h 23mSpirit Airlines
Fri 7/113:37 pmSNA - MSY
1 stop6h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$158
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/246:15 pmMSY - SNA
1 stop5h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/318:45 amSNA - MSY
1 stop6h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$278
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/247:00 amMSY - SNA
2 stops10h 16mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/317:00 pmSNA - MSY
2 stops11h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$378
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/58:30 amMSY - SNA
1 stop6h 55mDelta
Thu 7/102:20 pmSNA - MSY
1 stop7h 22mDelta
Deal found 6/11$389
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/97:15 amMSY - SNA
2 stops11h 05mSouthwest
Sun 10/128:00 amSNA - MSY
1 stop6h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 6/12$414
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/226:21 amMSY - SNA
3 stops36h 06mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/273:08 pmSNA - MSY
2 stops12h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$483
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/257:10 amMSY - SNA
1 stop17h 20mAlaska Airlines
Fri 8/15:49 pmSNA - MSY
1 stop10h 01mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$486

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

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New Orleans

Fly to

Santa Ana

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Depart

Return

Price

New OrleansSanta Ana

MSY - SNA

MSYSNA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 7/4

7:04 am-4:27 pm

1 stop11h 23m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 7/11

3:37 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$158

New OrleansSanta Ana

MSY - SNA

MSYSNA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 8/24

6:15 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 8/31

8:45 am-5:24 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$278

New OrleansSanta Ana

MSY - SNA

MSYSNA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 8/24

7:00 am-3:16 pm

2 stops10h 16m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 8/31

7:00 pm-8:45 am

2 stops11h 45m

$378

New OrleansSanta Ana

MSY - SNA

MSYSNA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 7/5

8:30 am-1:25 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 7/10

2:20 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$389

New OrleansSanta Ana

MSY - SNA

MSYSNA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 7/9

4:50 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 7/13

3:00 pm-1:05 am

1 stop8h 05m

$469

New OrleansSanta Ana

MSY - SNA

MSYSNA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 6/22

6:21 am-4:27 pm

3 stops36h 06m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 6/27

3:08 pm-6:01 am

2 stops12h 53m

$483

New OrleansSanta Ana

MSY - SNA

MSYSNA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 7/25

7:10 am-10:30 pm

1 stop17h 20m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 8/1

5:49 pm-5:50 am

1 stop10h 01m

$486

New OrleansSanta Ana

MSY - SNA

MSYSNA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 7/27

8:09 pm-11:10 am

2 stops17h 01m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 8/3

4:37 pm-8:24 am

2 stops13h 47m

$597

New OrleansSanta Ana

MSY - SNA

MSYSNA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 7/10

3:27 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop7h 54m

$96

New OrleansSanta Ana

MSY - SNA

MSYSNA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 7/5

5:24 am-9:24 am

1 stop6h 00m

$137

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Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Santa Ana

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Orleans to Santa Ana

How far ahead should I book a flight from New Orleans to Santa Ana?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Santa Ana. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New Orleans to Santa Ana, you should look to book at least 22 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Santa Ana (average of $298). Flying from New Orleans to Santa Ana in March is currently the most expensive (average of $378). 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 SNA?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Santa Ana. 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.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New Orleans to Santa Ana is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 59% on airfare.

Rainfall in Santa Ana by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Santa Ana ranges from 0.0 - 3.1 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Santa Ana when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Santa Ana by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Santa Ana, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 55.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Santa Ana

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Santa Ana. 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 Santa Ana. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from New Orleans to Santa Ana have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Orleans to Santa Ana. 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 Santa Ana round-trip?

    Currently priced at $158, Spirit Airlines will fly you from New Orleans to Santa Ana and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $278 and $378, respectively. Spirit Airlines is priced at 65% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $96. Users have also found prices from $137 and $139 on American Airlines and Delta, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans to Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Santa Ana (average of $298). Flying from New Orleans to Santa Ana in March is currently the most expensive (average of $378). 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 Santa Ana

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Santa Ana. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$87Average$263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$302Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$332Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$501Average$568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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