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Cheapest round-trip
$231
Typical prices: $288-$393
Southwest
Thu 10/22Wed 10/28
MSY - OAK • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$118
Typical prices: $213-$324
Southwest
Thu 10/1
MSY - OAK • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
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There are currently no direct flights between New Orleans and Oakland. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $313 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 00m (one-way)
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Cheapest • 33% price drop
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Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Oakland (MSY-OAK)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from New Orleans to Oakland that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New Orleans to Oakland

Thu, Oct 22 - Wed, Oct 28
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7:35 pm - 11:50 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-OAK Oakland
6h 15m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:35 am - 2:05 pmOAK  Oakland-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 30m1 stop Dallas Love Field
$231Southwest
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
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6:40 am - 1:20 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-OAK Oakland
8h 40m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:35 am - 2:05 pmOAK  Oakland-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 30m1 stop Dallas Love Field
$231Southwest
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
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11:20 am - 5:15 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-OAK Oakland
7h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
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12:50 pm - 8:50 pmOAK  Oakland-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
$236Southwest
Thu, Oct 22 - Wed, Oct 28
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8:45 am - 4:15 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-OAK Oakland
9h 30m2 stops Denver Intl Ontario
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6:35 am - 2:05 pmOAK  Oakland-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 30m1 stop Dallas Love Field
$236Southwest
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
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6:40 am - 1:20 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-OAK Oakland
8h 40m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:05 pm - 9:30 pmOAK  Oakland-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 25m2 stops Ontario Denver Intl
$241Southwest
Sat, Sep 26 - Thu, Oct 1
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6:50 am - 11:05 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-OAK Oakland
6h 15m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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1:20 pm - 11:15 pmOAK  Oakland-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 55m2 stops Los Angeles Dallas Love Field
$241Southwest
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
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11:20 am - 5:15 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-OAK Oakland
7h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:40 am - 5:15 pmOAK  Oakland-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 35m2 stops Burbank Bob Hope Dallas Love Field
$241Southwest
Thu, Oct 22 - Wed, Oct 28
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8:45 am - 4:15 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-OAK Oakland
9h 30m2 stops Denver Intl Ontario
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6:00 am - 5:55 pmOAK  Oakland-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 55m2 stops San Diego Nashville Intl
$246Southwest
Fri, Oct 30 - Wed, Nov 4
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1:22 pm - 7:44 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-OAK Oakland
8h 22m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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12:13 pm - 5:10 amOAK  Oakland-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
14h 57m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$248Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Thu, Oct 29
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1:22 pm - 11:18 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-OAK Oakland
23h 56m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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8:39 pm - 12:27 pmOAK  Oakland-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
13h 48m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$249Frontier
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KAYAK's insights & trends for New Orleans to Oakland flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from New Orleans to Oakland to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Oakland, California?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from New Orleans to Oakland, California departing in October.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Oakland, California from New Orleans usually cost between $487 and $758 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $231 on Southwest (Oct 13-Oct 20).

What is the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to Oakland?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from New Orleans to Oakland, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from New Orleans to Oakland is January, where tickets cost $282 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $613 and $543 respectively.

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Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$118
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 33% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 18% increase in price.
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When to book flights from New Orleans to Oakland

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

  • What are the popular layovers for flights from New Orleans to Oakland?

    Airlines operating on the New Orleans to Oakland route mostly have a stop along the way. These airlines can stop in different cities, depending on the flight route. Again, the layover duration varies among airlines, with others having an extended layover. Therefore, consider checking the flight route before booking if you need a convenient journey. The common layover cities are Los Angeles and Salt Lake City.

  • Are there opportunities for passengers to upgrade to first class for flights from New Orleans to Oakland?

    Your airline can email you about vacant first-class seats and amenities to expect when flying first class. The upgrading fee can vary depending on the class fare and airline. Therefore, check before boarding to maintain your travel budget. In addition, the advantage of upgrading instead of originally booking a first-class ticket is that it's cheaper.

  • What is the most convenient way to travel from Oakland International Airport to downtown Oakland?

    The Beige-N and Orange-N buses are a convenient way to travel from OAK airport to downtown Oakland. These buses depart every 10 minutes to arrive in the city in around 32 minutes. Alternative buses on this route ate Line 73 and 40 that takes about 1 hour to get to the city. If traveling at night, the Line 805 bus is a reliable option.

  • Which airlines travel sustainably from New Orleans to Oakland?

    Spirit Airlines is an excellent choice if you need an eco-friendly journey on the New Orleans to Oakland route. These airlines aim to lower greenhouse gas emissions by recycling waste to reduce the amount of waste disposed of in landfills. In addition, these airlines reduce their carbon footprint by using fuel and energy-efficient aircraft to protect future generations.

  • What is the cheapest flight from New Orleans to Oakland?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from New Orleans to Oakland was $118 for a one-way ticket and $231 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between New Orleans and Oakland?

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from New Orleans to Oakland?

    New Orleans and Oakland are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave New Orleans from New Orleans Louis Armstrong and will be arriving at Oakland.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New Orleans to Oakland?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New Orleans to Oakland?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from New Orleans to Oakland.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New Orleans to Oakland?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Oakland from New Orleans is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from New Orleans to Oakland?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Oakland with an airline and back to New Orleans with another airline. Booking your flights between New Orleans and OAK can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New Orleans to Oakland?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Oakland from New Orleans up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from New Orleans to Oakland

  • You'll have a smooth journey if you purchase a business class ticket when booking cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Oakland (OAK). Amenities for passengers flying business class include priority check-in, additional luggage allowance, in-flight entertainment, and complimentary drinks and snacks.
  • Most low-cost airlines, including Spirit Airlines and Delta, charge fair prices on the New Orleans to Oakland route. If you need to save a few pennies, you can compare prices and choose the airline of your choice.
  • Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) has several lounges where travelers can relax before boarding. The Club MSY, located at the Main Terminal, is open from 4 am to 9 pm, and Delta Sky Club is at Concourse C at the Main Terminal.
  • MSY airport is a hub for Southwest Airlines. It connects various domestic and international cities globally. At the same time, Oakland International Airport (OAK) is a hub for FedEx Express but an operating base for Southwest Airlines.
  • One way to travel from downtown New Orleans to MSY airport is the US1170s bus that departs once daily and gets to the airport in about 39 minutes. Other buses are E2 and #2 E2, which drop you at the terminal for around 50 minutes, depending on the local stops and traffic.

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