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

• Earliest: departs at 7:31 am and lands at 12:28 pm
• Latest: departs at 8:55 pm and lands at 1:52 am.

The flight takes about 4h 57m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from New Orleans to San Francisco:

• Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from New Orleans to San Francisco takes 4h 57m, covering 1,906 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 Francisco range from $329 to $511, with an average of $397 over the past 12 months. Anything below $329 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 38% above the $397 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $277 round-trip via Austin Bergstrom (AUS), compared to $431 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737-900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 9 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on New Orleans to San Francisco flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

One-way fares from New Orleans to San Francisco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $169, which is 40% below the typical average for this route.

San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $63 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Fox

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

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

• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 22% of one-stop connections
• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 20% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 16% of one-stop connections
• Los Angeles (LAX) - 14% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 32% on flights from New Orleans to San Francisco. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $370 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $538, a difference of $168.

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 United Airlines operates flights between New Orleans and San Francisco.

Flying via Dallas Love Field (DAL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 09m, compared with 6h 23m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 6h 30m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

San Francisco 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 Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating New Orleans to San Francisco flights:

• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; 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:

• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• JetBlue: 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.

Passengers who book connecting flights from New Orleans to San Francisco should expect layovers in various cities depending on the airline they opt for. Some common layovers for this route include Minneapolis (MSP), Los Angeles (LAX), Houston (IAH), Phoenix (PHX), Atlanta (ATL), Dallas (DFW), Salt Lake City (SLC), Denver (DEN), and Seattle (SEA).

BART trains connect SFO with Downtown San Francisco, with an estimated duration of around 30 minutes from SFO to downtown. In addition, taxis are available at all terminals of SFO, with an estimated duration of around 30 minutes depending on traffic. Both Uber and Lyft also operate at SFO and can take passengers to various locations in the city, with an estimated duration of around 30 minutes depending on traffic and the exact location of the destination in San Francisco.

Alaska Airlines allows small pets to travel in the cabin on flights from New Orleans to San Francisco if the pet and carrier weigh no more than 20 lbs, for a fee of around $100 each way. Pets can also travel in the baggage compartment for a fee of about $150 each way.

Business-class passengers are usually allowed to board Delta flights from New Orleans to San Francisco earlier than others, giving them more time to get settled and relax. Business-class seats are also more spacious and comfortable than economy seats and offer a range of in-flight entertainment options, such as movies, TV shows, music, and games. Business-class passengers can also expect complimentary meals and drinks during the flight, including alcohol.