MSY - OAK

$115 Find Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Oakland

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from New Orleans to Oakland departing on 4/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from New Orleans to Oakland, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from New Orleans to Oakland, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$316
Overall average: $333
Southwest
Thu 5/7Tue 5/12
MSY - OAK • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$115
Typical prices: $225-$398
Southwest
Wed 4/22
MSY - OAK • 1 stop
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Southwest
Cheapest • from $316 (round-trip)
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Best reviews • 8.0 score
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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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San Diego (SAN)
Cheapest • Avg $284 (round-trip)
Phoenix (PHX)
Shortest trip • 5h 50m (one-way)
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January
Cheapest • 22% 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, May 7 - Tue, May 12
Southwest Logo
5:50 am - 10:20 am
MSY
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OAK
6h 30m
1 stop
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3:40 pm - 11:50 pm
OAK
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MSY
6h 10m
1 stop
$316Southwest
Thu, Apr 9 - Tue, Apr 14
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5:20 am - 9:45 am
MSY
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OAK
6h 25m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
3:40 pm - 11:50 pm
OAK
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MSY
6h 10m
1 stop
$321Southwest
Thu, May 7 - Tue, May 12
Southwest Logo
5:50 am - 10:20 am
MSY
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OAK
6h 30m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:10 am - 4:00 pm
OAK
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MSY
7h 50m
2 stops
$322Southwest
Thu, Apr 9 - Tue, Apr 14
Southwest Logo
7:35 pm - 12:05 am
MSY
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OAK
6h 30m
1 stop
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5:45 am - 4:40 pm
OAK
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MSY
8h 55m
2 stops
$326Southwest
Tue, Apr 21 - Fri, Apr 24
Southwest Logo
7:05 am - 12:30 pm
MSY
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OAK
7h 25m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
11:55 pm - 11:50 am
OAK
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MSY
9h 55m
1 stop
$329Southwest
Tue, Apr 14 - Sat, Apr 18
Southwest Logo
8:00 am - 4:50 pm
MSY
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OAK
10h 50m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
8:30 am - 6:15 pm
OAK
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MSY
7h 45m
2 stops
$331Southwest
Sat, Apr 25 - Sat, Apr 25
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7:00 am - 1:15 pm
MSY
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OAK
8h 15m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:10 pm - 9:24 pm
OAK
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MSY
23h 14m
1 stop
$333Alaska Airlines
Tue, Apr 21 - Fri, Apr 24
Southwest Logo
11:40 am - 6:15 pm
MSY
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OAK
8h 35m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
11:55 pm - 11:50 am
OAK
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MSY
9h 55m
1 stop
$334Southwest
Sat, Apr 11 - Mon, Apr 13
Southwest Logo
5:50 am - 12:25 pm
MSY
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OAK
8h 35m
2 stops
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4:05 pm - 12:20 am
OAK
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MSY
6h 15m
1 stop
$338Southwest
Tue, Apr 21 - Fri, Apr 24
Southwest Logo
11:40 am - 6:15 pm
MSY
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OAK
8h 35m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
12:50 pm - 11:10 pm
OAK
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MSY
8h 20m
2 stops
$339Southwest
Booking Insights

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.

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 June and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $497 and $448 respectively.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$115
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 22% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 14% lower on average.
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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.
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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 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from New Orleans to Oakland was $115 for a one-way ticket and $316 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.

Reviews of the top airline flying from New Orleans to Oakland

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from New Orleans to Oakland. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from New Orleans to Oakland? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4324 reviews
8.1Boarding
8.6Crew
7.5Entertainment
8.0Comfort
7.0Food
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Boarding was easy. The seats are small and fairly uncomfortable

8.0 ExcellentNicole, Mar 2026
LGB - OAK
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Boarding was easy. The seats are small and fairly uncomfortable

The problem with the seat assignments is that there were a lot of rows in the front that were empty but my row at the back was full. Just not so pleasant.

No food or entertainment, just a quick 40 minute flight. A little bumpy due to Santa Ana winds but pilot has no control over that. Good flight and landing!

Good but I prefer choose your own seat. With the new assigned seats they should board from the back I see no advantage to this new boarding. Just like every other airline

Mediocre. Boarding is now unpleasant. The employees, once friendly and nice, are now regularly speaking sternly to passengers, badgering them to do things right so they can take off on time and gate check bags because they don't have enough overhead bin space. The pretzel snack was crushed flat and broken into even smaller pieces, which happens frequently lately. Drink service was suspended before they reached my row.

The charges were ridiculous for an hour flight and the turbulence was very scary.

Flight attendants very hospitable and friendly. Pilot flew a smooth take off and landing.

3 hour delay. Had to change plans and was still delayed.

The flight crew was extremely rude and especially not helpful when our flight was delayed.

The boarding and seat assignment system no longer works for me, but I know it is being replaced. Otherwise, I am good with the overall experience.

Everything you need to know for your flight from New Orleans to Oakland

Information on your arrival and departure airports

New Orleans (MSY)
Oakland (OAK)