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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from New Orleans to San Diego:

• Earliest: departs at 6:45 am and lands at 10:47 am
• Latest: departs at 6:55 pm and lands at 10:57 pm.

The flight takes about 4h 02m.

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

A nonstop flight from New Orleans to San Diego takes 4h 02m, covering 1,595 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from New Orleans to San Diego range from $274 to $447, with an average of $363 over the past 12 months. Anything below $274 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 14% above the $363 route average. Book 10 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $261 round-trip via Los Angeles (LAX), compared to $480 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

One-way fares from New Orleans to San Diego are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $149, which is 33% below the typical average for this route.

San Diego Airport (SAN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $14 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Payless
• Europcar
• Thrifty
• Fox

Flights from New Orleans to San Diego usually depart from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).

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

• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 44% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 22% of one-stop connections
• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 12% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 6% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from New Orleans to San Diego. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $332 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $399, a difference of $67.

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

Only Southwest operates flights between New Orleans and San Diego.

Flying via Houston Hobby (HOU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 29m, compared with 5h 44m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 6h 08m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

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

Some of the most popular sights in San Diego are Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego Convention Center and SeaWorld San Diego. These are among the most viewed places in San Diego on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating New Orleans to San Diego flights:

• Southwest: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Southwest: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

SAN airport hosts several shops accessible by passengers. There are multiple stores where you can buy local products and souvenirs and shops selling ocean-themed apparel, accessories and décor located in Terminals 1, 3 and 4. The shops are open 24h a day. There is also a women’s boutique and several stores to fill your tech needs.

Travelers can enjoy their downtime at SAN airport touring the public artworks, murals and statues. The airport has a public art program featuring local and international artists and permanent sculptures at the east entrance of each terminal. Travelers can also visit the art galleries on the west side of Terminals 3 and 4, where you will be greeted with colorful paintings, photos and crafts.

MSY airport provides various special facilities for its disabled travelers. Ramps, adapted toilets, lifts and TDD telephones are located throughout the airport. The airport provides wheelchairs to those who need them through its airlines. If you need more assistance navigating the airport, make arrangements with your airline.

Yes. The airport provides baby care facilities, including strollers and nursing rooms, essential to traveling mothers. You can find nursing rooms on Concourse A next to gate A3, Concourse B next to gate B9 and Concourse C near gate C8 for breastfeeding or pumping breast milk.