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Cheapest round-trip
$321
Typical prices: $391-$554
American Airlines
Sat 10/27Sat 11/3
SJC - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$161
Typical prices: $202-$384
American Airlines
Sat 1/6
SJC - MSY • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Jose and New Orleans. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
17 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 17 weeks in advance save around 55% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 30% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas Love Field (DAL)
Cheapest • Avg $280 (round-trip)
San Diego (SAN)
Shortest trip • 6h 12m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Jose to New Orleans (SJC-MSY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Jose to New Orleans

Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:54 pmSJC  San Jose-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
7:43 am - 2:00 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SJC San Jose
8h 17m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$321American Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
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2:41 pm - 11:27 pmSJC  San Jose-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 46m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
3:45 pm - 10:08 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SJC San Jose
8h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$321American Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
Southwest Logo
7:20 am - 4:05 pmSJC  San Jose-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 45m1 stop Houston Hobby
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7:55 am - 3:00 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SJC San Jose
9h 05m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$321Southwest
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 31
Southwest Logo
7:20 am - 3:50 pmSJC  San Jose-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 30m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
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9:35 am - 3:50 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SJC San Jose
8h 15m1 stop Nashville Intl
$321Southwest
Tue, Oct 13 - Wed, Oct 14
Delta Logo
12:57 pm - 11:35 pmSJC  San Jose-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
3:44 pm - 9:25 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SJC San Jose
7h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$341Delta
Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 17
Delta Logo
12:57 pm - 11:35 pmSJC  San Jose-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:25 am - 11:47 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SJC San Jose
7h 22m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$341Delta
Sun, Sep 27 - Thu, Oct 1
Frontier Logo
1:38 pm - 8:04 pmSJC  San Jose-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
28h 26m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Frontier Logo
9:00 pm - 12:43 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SJC San Jose
17h 43m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$349Frontier
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15
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2:41 pm - 5:00 amSJC  San Jose-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
12h 19m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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8:00 pm - 1:46 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SJC San Jose
19h 46m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$356Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Sun, Nov 1
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 7:58 pmSJC  San Jose-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 13m2 stops Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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5:00 am - 3:08 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SJC San Jose
12h 08m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl
$438United Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Sun, Nov 22
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8:45 am - 9:43 pmSJC  San Jose-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
10h 58m2 stops Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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10:10 am - 3:08 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SJC San Jose
6h 58m1 stop Denver Intl
$501United Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for San Jose to New Orleans flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from San Jose to New Orleans with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from San Jose to New Orleans start at $321. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $391 to $554. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $321 on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Jose to New Orleans?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Jose to New Orleans, it is 20% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 5% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from San Jose to New Orleans at $329 round-trip.
  • June ($503) and April ($503) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 52% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from San Jose to New Orleans the cheapest?

Flights from San Jose to New Orleans are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 55% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for San Jose to New Orleans flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$161
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 28% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 1% increase in price.
Flight from San Jose to New Orleans

When to book flights from San Jose to New Orleans

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Jose 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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Your San Jose to New Orleans flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Jose to New Orleans?

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

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Jose to New Orleans?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from San Jose to New Orleans:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Jose to New Orleans pass through?

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

    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Houston Hobby (HOU) - 11% of one-stop connections

    Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Jose to New Orleans?

    On the San Jose to New Orleans route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 24%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $377 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $495: a $118 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in New Orleans?

    Some of the most popular sights in New Orleans are Bourbon Street, New Orleans Morial Convention Center and Caesars Superdome. These are among the most viewed places in New Orleans on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute San Jose to New Orleans flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 71% above the route average of $470. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from San Jose to New Orleans?

    A nonstop flight from San Jose to New Orleans takes 0h 00m, covering 1,880 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Jose to New Orleans?

    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.

  • How are flight prices from San Jose to New Orleans looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Jose to New Orleans are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $198, which is 23% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Jose to New Orleans?

    Flying via San Diego (SAN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 12m, compared with 6h 19m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 6h 21m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

  • What is the time difference between San Jose and New Orleans?

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

  • What car rental options are available at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Dollar
    · Priceless
    · Hertz
    · Thrifty
    · Budget

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San Jose to New Orleans flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Jose to New Orleans range from $391 to $554, with an average of $470 over the past 12 months. Anything below $391 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San Jose to New Orleans flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average $377 - about $118 less than Friday (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 55% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Jose to New Orleans trip for January. Fares historically average $329 round-trip in that month - typically $174 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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