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Cheapest round-trip
$385
Typical prices: $440-$596
American Airlines
Tue 12/18Tue 12/25
SBA - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$193
Typical prices: $218-$383
Southwest
Sun 12/2
SBA - MSY • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Santa Barbara and New Orleans. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 35% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Salt Lake City (SLC)
Cheapest • Avg $420 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 5h 57m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara to New Orleans (SBA-MSY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Barbara to New Orleans

Fri, Dec 18 - Fri, Dec 25
American Airlines Logo
7:08 pm - 5:01 amSBA  Santa Barbara-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 53m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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5:40 am - 11:50 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 10m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$385American Airlines
Thu, Jan 14 - Thu, Jan 21
United Airlines Logo
12:55 pm - 9:36 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 41m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:05 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
$385United Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Fri, Dec 4
United Airlines Logo
10:53 am - 9:53 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 00m2 stops Los Angeles Houston George Bush Intcntl
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7:00 am - 1:19 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$390United Airlines
Thu, Jan 14 - Thu, Jan 21
American Airlines Logo
12:43 pm - 11:22 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 39m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:40 am - 12:02 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 22m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$390American Airlines
Fri, Dec 18 - Fri, Dec 25
American Airlines Logo
7:08 pm - 5:01 amSBA  Santa Barbara-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 53m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:40 am - 12:11 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 31m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$390American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 3
United Airlines Logo
10:53 am - 9:53 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 00m2 stops Los Angeles Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:19 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$398United Airlines
Sun, Feb 21 - Wed, Feb 24
Southwest Logo
12:50 pm - 8:05 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 15m1 stop San Diego
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5:20 pm - 10:10 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
$429Southwest
Sun, Feb 21 - Wed, Feb 24
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5:15 pm - 12:55 amSBA  Santa Barbara-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 40m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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11:00 am - 5:05 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 05m2 stops Dallas Love Field San Diego
$434Southwest
Wed, Mar 17 - Fri, Mar 19
Delta Logo
5:55 am - 1:51 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 56m1 stop Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
9:05 am - 10:05 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SBA Santa Barbara
15h 00m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Salt Lake City
$510Delta
Sun, Mar 7 - Wed, Mar 10
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 9:43 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
12h 13m2 stops Portland Dallas/Fort Worth
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4:53 pm - 4:08 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SBA Santa Barbara
25h 15m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$1,419Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Barbara to New Orleans flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Santa Barbara to New Orleans?

Round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to New Orleans typically range from $440 to $596. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $385, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Barbara to New Orleans?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Barbara to New Orleans. It’s 36% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to New Orleans?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to New Orleans at $336 round-trip.
•June ($732) and February ($576) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 117% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Santa Barbara to New Orleans flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$193
Beat the crowds with an average 57% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 49% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Santa Barbara to New Orleans

When to book flights from Santa Barbara to New Orleans

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara to New Orleans?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Santa Barbara to New Orleans.

  • How long is a flight from Santa Barbara to New Orleans?

    A nonstop flight from Santa Barbara to New Orleans takes 00m, covering 1,749 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara to New Orleans flight?

    Round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to New Orleans range from $440 to $596, with an average of $520 over the past 12 months. Anything below $440 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Santa Barbara to New Orleans changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $385 to $2,278. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Santa Barbara to New Orleans looking right now?

    One-way fares from Santa Barbara to New Orleans are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $203, which is 30% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 Santa Barbara to New Orleans?

    Flights from Santa Barbara to New Orleans usually depart from Santa Barbara (SBA) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Santa Barbara to New Orleans pass through?

    One-stop flights from Santa Barbara to New Orleans most commonly connect through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 34% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 34% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 39% on flights from Santa Barbara to New Orleans. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $336 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $550, a difference of $214.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 57m, compared with 6h 01m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) and 6h 20m via Salt Lake City (SLC).

  • What is the time difference between Santa Barbara and New Orleans?

    New Orleans is 2 hours ahead of Santa Barbara (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 Santa Barbara 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average $336, about $214 less than Friday fares (39% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Barbara to New Orleans trip for March. Fares historically average $336 round-trip in that month - typically $396 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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