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Cheapest round-trip
$225
Typical prices: $638-$259
Frontier, Alaska Airlines
Thu 8/20Tue 8/25
MSY - SAN • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$361
Typical prices: $319-$1,077
Southwest
Tue 8/11Tue 8/18
MSY - SAN • Non-stop
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Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 3h 45m
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Cheapest • Avg $280 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 39m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New Orleans to San Diego (MSY-SAN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from New Orleans to San Diego 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 San Diego

Thu, Aug 20 - Tue, Aug 25
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9:48 pm - 11:53 pm
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28h 05m
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2:50 pm - 4:24 pm
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23h 34m
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$225Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jul 8 - Thu, Jul 9
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7:09 pm - 12:31 am
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7h 22m
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10:13 am - 7:51 pm
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7h 38m
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$232United Airlines
Sat, Jul 25 - Mon, Jul 27
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7:10 pm - 10:35 pm
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5h 25m
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11:55 am - 9:55 pm
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8h 00m
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$237Southwest
Fri, Jul 10 - Sun, Jul 12
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9:48 pm - 9:05 am
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13h 17m
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6:25 am - 9:03 pm
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12h 38m
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$240Frontier
Mon, Jun 29 - Sat, Jul 4
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6:40 pm - 9:50 pm
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5h 10m
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6:20 am - 5:50 pm
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9h 30m
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$242Southwest
Sat, Jul 4 - Thu, Jul 9
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7:28 am - 1:21 pm
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7h 53m
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6:15 am - 4:10 pm
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7h 55m
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$247Delta
Thu, Jul 16 - Thu, Jul 23
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6:40 pm - 9:55 pm
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5h 15m
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3:15 pm - 11:30 pm
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6h 15m
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$258Southwest
Thu, Jul 16 - Tue, Jul 21
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7:59 pm - 11:59 pm
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6h 00m
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3:08 pm - 11:58 pm
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6h 50m
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$263American Airlines
Fri, Jul 3 - Tue, Jul 7
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3:29 pm - 11:00 pm
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9h 31m
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10:54 am - 9:51 pm
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8h 57m
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$268Delta
Wed, Jul 15 - Mon, Jul 20
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2:14 pm - 7:01 pm
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6h 47m
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6:25 am - 9:03 pm
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MSY
12h 38m
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$273Frontier
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KAYAK's insights & trends for New Orleans to San Diego flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from New Orleans to San Diego 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 San Diego?

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 San Diego departing in August.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Orleans to San Diego?

The average price of all round-trip flights from New Orleans to San Diego clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from New Orleans to San Diego, look for departures on Tuesdays and avoid leaving on a Sunday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from San Diego, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly and Thursday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to San Diego?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from New Orleans to San Diego, 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 San Diego is August, where tickets cost $319 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $468 and $464 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New Orleans to San Diego?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from New Orleans to San Diego, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from New Orleans to San Diego, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 24% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 22 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from New Orleans to San Diego

 
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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on SAN

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Daniel Scheffler

Expert on MSY

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$99
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 9% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 14% lower on average.
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FAQs for booking flights from New Orleans to San Diego

  • Where can I shop at SAN airport?

    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.

  • What are some attractions at SAN airport?

    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.

  • Which accessible facilities are available at MSY airport?

    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.

  • Does MSY airport provide baby care facilities?

    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.

  • What is the cheapest flight from New Orleans to San Diego?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from New Orleans to San Diego was $99 for a one-way ticket and $225 for a round-trip.

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

    No

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

    New Orleans airport is called New Orleans Louis Armstrong and the only airport in San Diego is San Diego.

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

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the New Orleans to San Diego flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from New Orleans to San Diego?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between New Orleans and San Diego, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from New Orleans to San Diego?

    You can catch a nonstop flight from New Orleans to San Diego on on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from New Orleans to San Diego, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from New Orleans to San Diego are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $406 and an overall rating of 7.9, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $257 and an overall rating of 7.8.

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

    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 San Diego.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Diego 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 San Diego?

    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 San Diego with an airline and back to New Orleans with another airline. Booking your flights between New Orleans and SAN 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 San Diego?

    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 San Diego 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 San Diego

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $174 or less one-way and $347 or less round-trip.
  • Louis Armstrong International Airport (MSY) to San Diego Airport (SAN) route is well traveled by corporate travelers since MSY airport offers essential business facilities. The airport hosts Travelex America Business Center in the main ticketing hall. Business travelers can access this center for photocopying and printing services which is also equipped with meeting rooms and a business concierge.
  • MSY airport hosts three lounges accessible by passengers for refreshments, relaxation and fuel up while waiting for their flights. You can go to the United Club near gate C7 of Concourse C or The Club at MSY adjacent to Concourse A. Delta Air Lines runs the Delta Sky Club providing a free pass to business class flying passengers. It is found at the entrance of Concourse C.
  • Travelers can drive to MSY airport since they will access various parking lots designated for passengers. There is a short-term parking lot linked to the fourth floor of the terminal via a walkway or the long-term parking lot on the east side of the airport. There is also a surface lot adjacent to the terminal and the economy garage south of the airport with covered and uncovered spaces.
  • Travelers landing at SAN airport need not bother about how they will get to their destinations in the city since the airport provides ground transportation services to its arriving passengers. You can hire a car at the car rental center of the airport. Multiple car rental companies such as Alamo, Enterprise, Hertz, FOX and E-Z Rent-A-Car operate at the airport.
  • Travelers with pets will be glad to land at SAN airport as they will access favorable pet facilities. It has an outdoor pet relief area outside Terminal 1 with a grassy area and water fountain where you can let your furry friend out of the kennel to stretch while having fun and hydrating. There is also an indoor pet relief area on the west side concourse for pets to relieve themselves.

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Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from New Orleans to San Diego

 
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The first time I flew in the extra legroom section. It was difficult to notice a difference. I had bad luck with my neighbors. The crew was okay. Southwest has reduced the live TV options.

4.0 OkayAnonymous, May 2026
MDW - LAX
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The first time I flew in the extra legroom section. It was difficult to notice a difference. I had bad luck with my neighbors. The crew was okay. Southwest has reduced the live TV options.

No gluten free snacks. Seats felt worn or bare bones even though it was a new 737 MAX 8.

One major problem that was very unprofessional and uncalled for. Plane landed and we had to wait 20 minutes to get off the plane since they were waiting for someone to come to the gate to drive the jetway. Southwest couldn't have someone available and waiting for the plane to land? Is there only one person in Hobby airport who knows to drive the jetway? Was he at lunch? In the bar? Uncomfortable and uncalled for!

if I was good. Not happy that I have to pay extra money to get the seat I need for lake room, but I guess that’s a sign of the times.

Plane was clean and comfortable. Flight attendants and gate staff were professional, friendly and efficient. Boarding and deplaning were orderly and efficient. All in all, the typical excellent Southwest experience.

Not having a five hour delay with little notice! The crew was very kind, though, and just as tired as we passengers were. The flight didn't depart until nearly 1 am...and no reason was ever given.

no service at all due to turbulence. they should've at least given us snacks, there were only 10 people on the entire flight.

This leg was much better, but we did have to have a 3 hour lay o er after coming from a very exhausting hiccup with our flight from BNA to Den

The Air hostess were very rude on my flight from Houston to Austin . Their regular communication itself felt a they are shouting at people.

Had a great flight. Delayed takeoff, but comfortable. Snacks were good.

Horrible. Faucet in sink not working, wifi not working. Didn’t bring food or snacks

Flight delayed four separate times. I’m now one hour hours late to landing.

worst flight ever from Delta, it got delayed and kept on delaying..

Everything went smoothly, although the usual gripes about airline travel were still present: the boarding process is inefficient, the snack selection is limited, and so on. Since there was extra space on the flight, the gate agent rearranged many people's seats to put people on the aisles and windows, leaving the middle seats empty, as much as possible, which was pretty great.

While they turned off most cabin lights to allow people to sleep, I was bothered by how bright the side lights still were. It was still quite bright for me in a window seat, when I wish I could have slept!

One of the flight attendants was a little cranky. I appreciated the free wifi and plug to charge my laptop

WiFi didn’t work most of the time. The usb chargers would work only occasionally for 5 mins and wouldn’t charge after that. Had to keep trying repeatedly at each of the seats in the row.

The crew bent over backwards to thank us for flying and make us comfortable. The food service was quick and efficient. The Captain communicated and said goodbye and thank you as we departed. They really stood out!

Generally on time departures and arrivals, clean planes, sky miles membership provides great benefits (complimentary upgrades, etc).

my mom urmila patel needed a wheelchair which was not available on the curbside. she needed to walk almost 50 meters inside (at the risk of falling) and then had to wait in line to get a wheelchair (this is not ok). Once obtained she had to seat in it for 30-45 minutes for someone to take her in thru the checkin process (which was fairly smooth and easy). the lady who helped her with her checkin process was very courteous and helpful

This was an overnight flight, and in the morning they did know coffee service. How you can throw passengers in a San Francisco airport at 5:40 a.m. in the morning and not giving them Coffee is a crime.

Our flight was delayed several Times due to mechanical issues. Although I understand this may happen at times, it was very inconvenient and we had to book a hotel for an overnight stay. We were traveling with my 3-yo grandson and waiting at the airport from noon until 6:30pm with no reassurance that our next rescheduled flight would depart, we had to decide what’s best for him. A day later, I found out that I may be able to demand compensation if my flight is delayed more than 4 hours. I will hav to read the fine print next time.

Service was professional and quick. Premium economy seat was comfortable given the class

Like: departed and arrived on time. Unlike: Food options for purchase allways bad, 1 of 2 of the crew members not very friendly at all. Seats and leg room aweful. At this point I am thinking on switching to AA.

The staff was extremely helpful and friendly at all times! They went above and beyond to get us into an earlier flight in San Diego to make our connection in SFO possible, because our original flight did actually not make it! I did so much appreciate the UA team and how they made this possible. We also didn’t have seats together on the long flight to Singapore, but they found us seats together last moment with no additional cost! Nobody sat next to us, so that we were able to sleep! Thanks to UA for improving their service and Underpricer for booking this trip! Please be careful: 1,5 hrs for transfer in San Francisco might not be enough time in the future

Packed flight, which makes it tough on crew and boarding staff (and the customers of course). But this was great boarding, clear instructions, etc. Traveling on the weekends are always fraught with danger as you have families and less frequent flyers thus more confusion. But this flight went as planned.

Destroyed my suitcase. Tired of talking about it. Cancelling my unite mileage plus account.

New plane was lovely. Crew customer service is always lax but expected. Kraft on time and arrived safely.

Seat pitch is horrible especially on the 15 hour flight. Gate crew at SFO was Outstanding. The flight crew was also great.

6 1/2 hours from Tampa to SFO on a Boeing 737. Cramped. No Service. No real food. One pass for coffee at the beginning and a second pass THREE hours later. And check-in in Tampa was nasty even by United standards. And I am at almost TWO million miles on United. It's a non-stop. But terrible service.

It was so much better than expected, Ohare is not such a pleasant experience but American Airlines with the new, clean aeroplane and free Wi-Fi was outstanding and the crew so pleasant and helpful.

Was put into a seat right behind the toilet that had no entertainment possible but did have plenty of leg room over noisy part of plane.

The seat when "flat" was not flat and pad was too thin to cover it.

American delayed the flight for a crew rest period. The delay occurred late in the evening - the earliest i can find is 10:20 pm. With a 6 am flight anyone on the flight would have already have been asleep (unless you are insane, a vampire or on drugs) and at least for me i was already on the way to the airport at 445 am the next morning when i discovered they delayed the flight until 9 am. Given the incoming flight was in the air at 6 pm the evening before this should have been figured out a lot more timely that was there only crew to use. Just frustrating given there is no consideration for customer experience anymore in flying.

Flight: Started on time. Comfortable flight. Arrived on time. Crew: Very cordial and helpful. Drinks and snack was served with a smile. Overall enjoyed the trip. Regards, Hari Doss Chanchala Doss

To have arrived on time and not 3 hours late after having already spent $100 to change to an earlier flight, only to arrive back home close to the original flight time.

American Airlines is a miserable experience. It is predictably miserable, in the sense that every time I fly American, I brace myself for the certainty that it will be unpleasant and uncomfortable. But it is unpredictable in the sense that I never know if the flight will be on time or delayed nine hours (both happened to me this week). I never know if I will be able to sit in the seat that I selected when I purchased the ticket or if I will be told by Customer Service (!!!) that I must relocate from first class to a seat in the back of the aircraft with no explanation (both happened to me this week). Will the food be frozen and half defrosted, or scalding hot? Will the drinks be warm? Will the flight attendants be surly and mean? Will the toilets be cramped and foul? Will the seats be narrow and uncomfortable? Will there be a real electric outlet at the seat, or just an unreliable USB-2 port? Will there be enough seats in the boarding lounge or just a few? Will the boarding process be smooth and efficient, or will the gate agents mess it up and delay it needlessly for 30 or 40 minutes? Will the catering and cleaning crew be prompt or will they take an extra 30 minutes? Will the brakes on the aircraft work properly, or will the pilot delay takeoff for four hours while the ground crew attends to what can only be described as routine maintenance that should have been done the night before? I've eexperienced every one of these unpleasant things this year, 2026. The only thing I can reliably count on is that American will find a new way to make the experience of flying as miserable as they possibly can.

Wifi was spotty. Tray table was very dirty when I sat down.

The WiFi would not connect enough for me to do my actual work. It permaspooled, disconnected, said it was connected, then wouldn't open an email... it was frustrating. I am not a tall person, 5'4" - and I felt cramped with little room to reach into my bag under the seat in front of me. I feel sorry for anyone taller than me having to fly. the one positive thing I will add, is the overhead bins are roomy enough to manage more bags than other carriers.

Going non stop to lax like I paid for. Not stopping in MCI for gas. Too long of delays

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