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Cheapest round-trip
$309
Typical prices: $447-$598
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/19Tue 10/23
FAT - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$140
Typical prices: $205-$393
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/19
FAT - MSY • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Fresno and New Orleans. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 57% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $443 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 57m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Fresno to New Orleans (FAT-MSY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Fresno to New Orleans

Mon, Oct 19 - Fri, Oct 23
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9:47 am - 9:22 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 35m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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8:05 pm - 10:17 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FAT Fresno Airterminal
16h 12m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$309Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
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9:29 pm - 5:00 amFAT  Fresno Airterminal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
29h 31m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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5:08 pm - 4:19 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FAT Fresno Airterminal
25h 11m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$313Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Fri, Oct 23
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9:47 am - 9:22 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 35m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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8:05 pm - 10:17 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FAT Fresno Airterminal
16h 12m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$315Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
American Airlines Logo
2:54 pm - 11:07 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 13m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
7:50 am - 2:03 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FAT Fresno Airterminal
8h 13m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$317American Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
American Airlines Logo
2:54 pm - 11:07 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 13m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:22 am - 10:07 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FAT Fresno Airterminal
6h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$317American Airlines
Tue, Jan 5 - Sat, Jan 9
Southwest Logo
2:40 pm - 10:40 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 00m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:35 am - 12:55 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FAT Fresno Airterminal
8h 20m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$317Southwest
Sat, Jan 23 - Wed, Jan 27
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 1:47 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 47m1 stop Denver Intl
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9:55 am - 5:41 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FAT Fresno Airterminal
9h 46m1 stop Denver Intl
$317United Airlines
Sat, Jan 23 - Wed, Jan 27
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8:00 am - 5:41 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 41m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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3:52 pm - 9:46 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FAT Fresno Airterminal
7h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$317American Airlines
Thu, Jan 21 - Wed, Jan 27
Southwest Logo
12:35 pm - 9:35 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
6:00 am - 10:15 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FAT Fresno Airterminal
6h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
$318Southwest
Sat, Jan 23 - Wed, Jan 27
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 1:47 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 47m1 stop Denver Intl
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12:10 pm - 7:41 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FAT Fresno Airterminal
9h 31m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco
$322United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Fresno to New Orleans flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Fresno to New Orleans?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Fresno to New Orleans. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 16% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Fresno to New Orleans?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Fresno to New Orleans at $434 round-trip.
•May ($572) and October ($570) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 31% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Fresno to New Orleans the cheapest?

Flights from Fresno to New Orleans are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 57% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Fresno to New Orleans flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$140
The most popular month to fly with an average 75% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Fresno to New Orleans

When to book flights from Fresno to New Orleans

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Fresno to New Orleans based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Fresno to New Orleans flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Fresno to New Orleans?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Fresno to New Orleans.

  • How long is a flight from Fresno to New Orleans?

    A nonstop flight from Fresno to New Orleans takes 00m, covering 1,754 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Fresno to New Orleans?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Fresno to New Orleans flight?

    Round-trip flights from Fresno to New Orleans range from $447 to $598, with an average of $512 over the past 12 months. Anything below $447 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Fresno to New Orleans flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 75% above the $512 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Fresno to New Orleans changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $309 to $1,842. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Fresno to New Orleans looking right now?

    One-way fares from Fresno to New Orleans are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $306, which is 30% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Priceless
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Fresno to New Orleans?

    Flights from Fresno to New Orleans usually depart from Fresno Airterminal (FAT) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Fresno to New Orleans pass through?

    One-stop flights from Fresno to New Orleans most commonly connect through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 44% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • San Diego (SAN) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 12% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Fresno to New Orleans?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from Fresno to New Orleans. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $484 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $594, a difference of $110.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Fresno to New Orleans?

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 57m, compared with 6h 10m via San Diego (SAN) and 6h 27m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Fresno and New Orleans?

    New Orleans is 2 hours ahead of Fresno (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in New Orleans?

    Some of the most popular sights in New Orleans are Caesars Superdome, New Orleans Morial Convention Center and Canal Street. These are among the most viewed places in New Orleans on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Fresno to New Orleans flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Saturday flights average $484, about $110 less than Thursday fares (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 57% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Fresno to New Orleans trip for February. Fares historically average $434 round-trip in that month - typically $138 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).

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