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Cheapest round-trip
$284
Typical prices: $314-$465
Frontier
Tue 8/11Mon 8/17
SFO - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$339
Typical prices: $329-$484
United Airlines
Thu 8/20Sun 8/23
SFO - MSY • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 4h 25m
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Cheapest • Avg $247 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 06m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 31% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to New Orleans (SFO-MSY)

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

Tue, Aug 11 - Mon, Aug 17
Frontier Logo
12:54 am - 1:29 pm
SFO
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MSY
10h 35m
1 stop
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2:14 pm - 10:54 pm
MSY
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SFO
10h 40m
1 stop
$284Frontier
Tue, Oct 13 - Fri, Oct 16
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7:17 pm - 2:40 pm
SFO
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MSY
17h 23m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
3:35 pm - 12:15 am
MSY
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SFO
10h 40m
1 stop
$284Frontier
Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 2
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8:56 pm - 5:00 am
SFO
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MSY
30h 04m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:59 pm - 8:12 am
MSY
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SFO
13h 13m
1 stop
$284Multiple Airlines
Thu, Aug 27 - Mon, Aug 31
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3:38 pm - 5:00 am
SFO
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MSY
11h 22m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:05 pm - 9:16 am
MSY
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SFO
15h 11m
2 stops
$284Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 10
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 1:16 pm
SFO
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MSY
6h 16m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 10:51 am
MSY
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SFO
7h 51m
1 stop
$304United Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
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12:55 am - 8:48 am
SFO
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MSY
5h 53m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 10:51 am
MSY
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SFO
7h 51m
1 stop
$304United Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Mon, Sep 28
Southwest Logo
11:40 pm - 9:25 am
SFO
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MSY
7h 45m
1 stop
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5:00 am - 12:50 pm
MSY
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SFO
9h 50m
1 stop
$309Southwest
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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11:10 am - 10:05 pm
SFO
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MSY
8h 55m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
7:40 pm - 12:05 am
MSY
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SFO
6h 25m
1 stop
$309Southwest
Sat, Sep 19 - Tue, Sep 22
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6:36 am - 2:55 pm
SFO
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MSY
6h 19m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 3:01 pm
MSY
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SFO
9h 01m
1 stop
$309American Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Mon, Oct 26
American Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 6:58 pm
SFO
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MSY
8h 58m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:48 pm - 12:44 am
MSY
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SFO
6h 56m
1 stop
$309American Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to New Orleans flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to New Orleans?

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

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to New Orleans from San Francisco usually cost between $314 and $465 in August.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $284 on Frontier (Aug 11-Aug 17).

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

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

For San Francisco to New Orleans, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Sunday is the most expensive. Flying from New Orleans back to San Francisco, the best deals are generally found on Thursday, with Sunday being the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to New Orleans, 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 San Francisco to New Orleans is January, where tickets cost $359 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $502 and $487 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from San Francisco to New Orleans?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $417 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to New Orleans, 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 San Francisco to New Orleans, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 31% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from San Francisco to New Orleans

 
AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Daniel Scheffler

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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Blane Bachelor

Expert on SFO

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$105
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 17% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 11% increase in price.
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When to book flights from San Francisco to New Orleans

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to New Orleans 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 San Francisco to New Orleans

  • Does SFO have a children's play area?

    SFO is a kid-friendly airport, given that it is home to four children's play areas. The children's play areas are in Terminal 1, a short distance from Gate 22; Terminal 3 next to Gate 62 and Gate 87A; and Terminal 2, near Gates 54A and 58B. As they all feature toys and interactive exploration areas, you can keep your child entertained at any of these locations as you await your flight.

  • What is the quickest way to get to SFO from San Francisco's city center?

    To travel from San Francisco's city center to SFO, you can board a BART train, line 292 bus, or a taxi. If you'd love to travel cheaply, you should travel by bus, while if you'd like to balance cost and convenience, you should travel on one of the rapid rail BART trains. If you'd prefer to travel as quickly as possible, you should board a taxi.

  • Does MSY have a pet relief area?

    If you travel from San Francisco with your pet, you should visit one of MSY's two pet relief areas. Located inside Terminal 2, near the restrooms between the Shake Shack and the Panda Express, and outside Terminal 1, between the terminal and the short-term parking lot, these pet areas are well-maintained. At either, you can reduce your pet's traveling stress.

  • Where is the information desk at MSY?

    Suppose you're looking for the information desk at MSY, then head to Level 1, near the baggage claim area. You'll find an information desk operated by an airport staff member at this site. Daily, it operates from 5 am to 9 pm.

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

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to New Orleans was $105 for a one-way ticket and $284 for a round-trip.

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

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from San Francisco to New Orleans. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

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

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

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Francisco to New Orleans?

    Only JetBlue offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to New Orleans flight route.

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

    The Boeing 737 MAX 9 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to New Orleans flight route.

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

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

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Francisco to New Orleans, Southwest or Alaska Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to New Orleans are Southwest and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $434 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $392 and an overall rating of 7.9.

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

    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 San Francisco to New Orleans.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New Orleans from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to New Orleans?

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

    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 New Orleans from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to New Orleans

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $303 or less one-way and $385 or less round-trip.
  • In San Francisco, you can board your flight to New Orleans at San Francisco International Airport (SFO), San Jose International Airport (SJC), and Oakland International Airport (OAK). A majority of the flights that ply this route usually take off at SFO. Thus, if you intend to book your flight to New Orleans at an airport, you should head out to SFO, as here, your chances of getting a convenient flight are high.
  • SFO is one of the busiest airports in the country. As such, it tends to experience long security queues. To clear this queue in time for your flight, on the date you're scheduled to fly out of this airport, you should get to it at least 2h before your flight. Besides being cleared for travel by security time, by getting to the airport early, you'll also create adequate time to visit interesting sites at the airport.
  • At SFO, you can enjoy services such as manicures, pedicures, facials, and a variety of massages at one of the three XpresSpa locations at the airport. Located near boarding area D in Terminal 2, boarding area E in Terminal 3, and near Gate F11 in Terminal 4, these destinations feature top-notch professionals.
  • In New Orleans, you'll land at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY). If you're disabled or have limited mobility, you won't have a hard time moving around this airport as it features ramps, wheelchairs, and lifts. You'll also not have difficulty taking a leak or finding a seat to relax, as it boasts ADA-compliant restrooms and accessible-to-all lounges.
  • If you'd like to rent a car at MSY once you land, you can do so, as the airport has a car rental center. To get to this center, you'll board a rental car lot shuttle that picks up passengers directly outside the Long Term Parking Garage. In the center, you'll find nearly five major companies you can rent from.

Prefer to fly direct from San Francisco to New Orleans?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from San Francisco to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
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Saturday

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New Orleans Louis Armstrong to San Francisco

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Other airlines flying from San Francisco to New Orleans

Flights from the other most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to New Orleans according to KAYAK users. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability are not guaranteed.