MSY - FAT

$148 Find Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Fresno - Compare and Save

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 25% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$296
Typical prices: $411-$554
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/13Fri 11/16
MSY - FAT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$148
Typical prices: $243-$455
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/13
MSY - FAT • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between New Orleans and Fresno. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
Insights
Insights
When to travel
September
Cheapest • 20% price drop
July
Most popular
Good to know
+1
Good to know
+1
Top layover airports
San Diego (SAN)
Cheapest • Avg $323 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 5h 53m (one-way)
Insights
Insights
Start a new search
KAYAK searches 100s of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you love your trip to Fresno!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Fresno (MSY-FAT)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from New Orleans to Fresno

Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:05 pm - 10:19 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FAT Fresno Airterminal
16h 14m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:41 pm - 5:00 amFAT  Fresno Airterminal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 19m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$296Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Mon, Jan 11
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:45 pm - 8:11 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FAT Fresno Airterminal
27h 26m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:09 am - 7:38 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 29m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$302Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:00 pm - 7:44 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FAT Fresno Airterminal
13h 44m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:41 pm - 5:00 amFAT  Fresno Airterminal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 19m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$317Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:05 pm - 10:19 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FAT Fresno Airterminal
16h 14m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:41 pm - 2:20 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
39h 39m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Orlando
$324Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
American Airlines Logo
6:12 pm - 10:59 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FAT Fresno Airterminal
6h 47m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:49 am - 3:32 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 43m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$338American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
American Airlines Logo
12:33 pm - 10:59 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FAT Fresno Airterminal
12h 26m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
11:03 am - 8:02 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 59m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$339American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
American Airlines Logo
12:33 pm - 10:59 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FAT Fresno Airterminal
12h 26m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
1:08 pm - 11:07 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 59m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$345American Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Mon, Jan 11
Southwest Logo
5:15 am - 1:50 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FAT Fresno Airterminal
10h 35m2 stops Dallas Love Field San Diego
Southwest Logo
6:00 am - 4:15 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 15m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Houston Hobby
$409Southwest
Fri, Jan 1 - Mon, Jan 4
Southwest Logo
3:20 pm - 8:40 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FAT Fresno Airterminal
7h 20m2 stops Houston Hobby Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Southwest Logo
1:25 pm - 12:15 amFAT  Fresno Airterminal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 50m2 stops Denver Intl Dallas Love Field
$498Southwest
Sat, Jan 2 - Tue, Jan 5
Southwest Logo
7:55 pm - 11:55 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-FAT Fresno Airterminal
6h 00m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Southwest Logo
2:40 pm - 10:45 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$498Southwest
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for New Orleans to Fresno flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Orleans to Fresno. It’s 26% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 13% higher.

Find deals

Key details for New Orleans to Fresno flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$148
Beat the crowds with an average 69% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 47% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from New Orleans to Fresno

When to book flights from New Orleans to Fresno

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New Orleans to Fresno based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price

Your New Orleans to Fresno 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 New Orleans to Fresno?

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

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

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

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

    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 New Orleans to Fresno flight?

    Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Fresno range from $411 to $554, with an average of $486 over the past 12 months. Anything below $411 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from New Orleans to Fresno 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 $296 to $1,148. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from New Orleans to Fresno are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $189, which is 40% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Fresno Airterminal Airport (FAT)?

    Fresno Airterminal Airport (FAT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $60 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo

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

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

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

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

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 70% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 3% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 35% on flights from New Orleans to Fresno. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $362 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $554, a difference of $192.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 53m, compared with 6h 19m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 6h 57m via San Diego (SAN).

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

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

Your guide to booking New Orleans to Fresno 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $362, about $192 less than Sunday fares (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New Orleans to Fresno trip for September. Fares historically average $388 round-trip in that month - typically $422 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Fresno Airterminal Airport.

    • Piccadilly Inn Airport
    • Wyndham Garden Fresno Airport
    • Best Western Plus Fresno Airport Hotel

More options for your flight from New Orleans to Fresno

Complete your trip to Fresno with a hotel stay or car rental

Car rentals in Fresno
Hotels in Fresno
Vacations in Fresno