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Cheapest round-trip
$399
Typical prices: $455-$638
American Airlines
Wed 1/17Sun 1/21
SBP - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$384
Typical prices: $331-$458
United Airlines
Mon 12/31
SBP - MSY • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Luis Obispo and New Orleans. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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September
Cheapest • 26% price drop
February
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $537 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 6h (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Luis Obispo to New Orleans (SBP-MSY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Luis Obispo to New Orleans

Sun, Jan 17 - Thu, Jan 21
American Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 11:22 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 47m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:40 am - 12:05 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SBP San Luis Obispo County
8h 25m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$399American Airlines
Sun, Jan 17 - Wed, Jan 20
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12:35 pm - 11:22 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 47m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
7:27 am - 12:05 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SBP San Luis Obispo County
6h 38m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$399American Airlines
Thu, Feb 18 - Tue, Feb 23
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12:38 pm - 10:59 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 21m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
2:30 pm - 6:25 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SBP San Luis Obispo County
5h 55m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$399American Airlines
Sun, Jan 17 - Thu, Jan 21
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12:34 pm - 11:22 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 48m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:11 pm - 10:22 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SBP San Luis Obispo County
6h 11m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$404American Airlines
Sun, Feb 14 - Sat, Feb 20
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 4:01 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 01m2 stops Los Angeles Houston George Bush Intcntl
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5:00 am - 1:13 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SBP San Luis Obispo County
10h 13m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl
$450United Airlines
Mon, Jan 4 - Fri, Jan 8
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:16 pm - 5:53 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
22h 37m2 stops San Diego Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:22 pm - 6:17 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SBP San Luis Obispo County
26h 55m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$465Alaska Airlines
Mon, Jan 4 - Fri, Jan 8
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5:16 pm - 5:53 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
22h 37m2 stops San Diego Dallas/Fort Worth
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12:15 pm - 11:42 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SBP San Luis Obispo County
13h 27m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth San Diego
$499Alaska Airlines
Thu, Jan 7 - Sun, Jan 10
United Airlines Logo
12:52 pm - 9:36 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 44m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:00 am - 1:33 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SBP San Luis Obispo County
8h 33m1 stop Denver Intl
$519United Airlines
Thu, Dec 31 - Thu, Jan 7
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8:34 pm - 6:16 amSBP  San Luis Obispo County-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 42m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
2:54 pm - 8:18 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SBP San Luis Obispo County
7h 24m1 stop San Francisco
$519United Airlines
Sun, Jan 24 - Fri, Jan 29
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:57 pm - 4:19 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
19h 22m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:22 pm - 6:17 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SBP San Luis Obispo County
26h 55m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$544Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Luis Obispo to New Orleans flights

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

Round-trip flights from San Luis Obispo to New Orleans typically range from $455 to $638. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $399, on American Airlines.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from San Luis Obispo to New Orleans?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from San Luis Obispo to New Orleans at $425 round-trip.
•May ($670) and October ($669) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 57% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for San Luis Obispo to New Orleans flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$384
Beat the crowds with an average 37% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 21% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Luis Obispo to New Orleans

When to book flights from San Luis Obispo to New Orleans

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

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from San Luis Obispo to New Orleans takes 00m, covering 1,797 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Luis Obispo 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 much should I expect to pay for a San Luis Obispo to New Orleans flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Luis Obispo to New Orleans range from $455 to $638, with an average of $574 over the past 12 months. Anything below $455 counts as a good deal.

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

    One-way fares from San Luis Obispo to New Orleans are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $431.

  • 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 averaging $62 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Priceless
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

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

    Flights from San Luis Obispo to New Orleans usually depart from San Luis Obispo County (SBP) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 59% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 9% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 33% on flights from San Luis Obispo to New Orleans. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $454 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $669, a difference of $215.

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

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h, compared with 7h 10m via San Francisco (SFO) and 7h 25m via Denver Intl (DEN).

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

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

  • What popular places can I visit in New Orleans?

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

Your guide to booking San Luis Obispo to New Orleans flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Monday flights average $454, about $215 less than Tuesday fares (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Luis Obispo to New Orleans trip for September. Fares historically average $425 round-trip in that month - typically $245 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).

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