Find flights
Deals
Insights
When to book
FAQs & Tips
Direct Flights

SFO - MSY

Find cheap flights from San Francisco to New Orleans from £111

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Francisco to New Orleans departing on 30/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
1 adult
0 bags
Sat 1/6
Sat 8/6

Search hundreds of travel sites at once for deals on flights to New Orleans

 
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Francisco to New Orleans, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Francisco to New Orleans, as well as popular online travel agencies
In the last 7 days, travellers have searched 43,740,974 times on KAYAK, and here's why:

Save 28% or moreCompare multiple travel sites with one search.

Track pricesNot ready to book? Create a price alert for when prices drop.

Filter your dealsChoose cabin class, free Wi-Fi and more.

Bundle and saveSave money when you bundle your flight + hotel.

Cheap flight deals 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.
Discover the best prices and deals for you by selecting your travel dates.
Choose your dates
05:50 - 15:22SFO-MSY
7h 32m1 stop
18:22 - 23:44MSY-SFO
7h 22m1 stop
£215Delta
Find Deal
Thu, 30 May - Mon, 3 Jun
06:10 - 17:12SFO-MSY
9h 02m1 stop
06:30 - 13:34MSY-SFO
9h 04m1 stop
£223Delta
Find Deal
Thu, 23 May - Sat, 8 Jun
14:40 - 23:56SFO-MSY
7h 16m1 stop
06:30 - 13:34MSY-SFO
9h 04m1 stop
£235Delta
Find Deal
Mon, 10 Jun - Mon, 17 Jun
10:17 - 18:18SFO-MSY
6h 01m1 stop
17:50 - 23:33MSY-SFO
7h 43m1 stop
£243Delta
Find Deal
Thu, 8 Aug - Mon, 12 Aug
11:05 - 17:16SFO-MSY
4h 11mdirect
07:00 - 09:40MSY-SFO
4h 40mdirect
£271United Airlines
Find Deal
Wed, 25 Sep - Mon, 30 Sep
11:05 - 17:16SFO-MSY
4h 11mdirect
14:18 - 18:55MSY-SFO
6h 37m1 stop
£275United Airlines
Find Deal
Tue, 24 Sep - Tue, 1 Oct
18:10 - 10:57SFO-MSY
14h 47m1 stop
12:55 - 13:09MSY-SFO
26h 14m1 stop
£284Sun Country Air
Find Deal
Sat, 25 May - Mon, 27 May
17:45 - 10:52SFO-MSY
15h 07m1 stop
11:55 - 14:11MSY-SFO
28h 16m1 stop
£316Sun Country Air
Find Deal
Thu, 16 May - Mon, 20 May
08:00 - 05:35SFO-MSY
19h 35m2 stops
07:00 - 13:38MSY-SFO
8h 38m1 stop
£337Alaska Airlines
Find Deal
Sat, 1 Jun - Thu, 7 Nov
20:02 - 05:45SFO-MSY
7h 43m1 stop
07:15 - 23:59MSY-SFO
18h 44m2 stops
£360Alaska Airlines
Find Deal
Sat, 10 Aug - Tue, 13 Aug

Flights from San Francisco to New Orleans - Travel Insights & Trends

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.

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 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 August, where tickets cost £259 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and November, where the average cost of tickets is £424 and £415 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for 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 month.
To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to New Orleans, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 89 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from San Francisco to New Orleans?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
The cheapest return flight ticket from San Francisco to New Orleans found by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours was for £214 on Delta, followed by United Airlines (£271). One-way flight deals have also been found from as low as £111 on Delta and from £147 on United Airlines.

How many flights are there between San Francisco and New Orleans per day?

There is a maximum of 1 direct flight a day that takes off from San Francisco and lands in New Orleans, with an average flight time of 4h 22m. The most common departure time is 11:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 7 flights.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between San Francisco and New Orleans?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from San Francisco to New Orleans take?

The duration of a direct flight to New Orleans from San Francisco is typically 4h 09m. The journey crosses a distance of 1,906 miles.

What’s the earliest departure time from San Francisco to New Orleans?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from San Francisco at 11:06 and will be landing in New Orleans at 17:28.

What’s the latest departure time from San Francisco to New Orleans?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from San Francisco to New Orleans jets off at 11:28 and lands at 17:56.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from San Francisco to New Orleans

Low season

August

High season

April

Cheapest flight

£111
Best time to beat the crowds (28% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (12% more expensive on average)
Flight from San Francisco to New Orleans

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.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

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 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to New Orleans was £139 for a one-way ticket and £268 for a return.

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

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 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?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between San Francisco and New Orleans.

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

    There are direct flights from San Francisco to New Orleans on a daily basis.

  • 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 return ticket. You could then fly to New Orleans with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline.

  • 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.

See more FAQs

Top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to New Orleans

  • 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.
See more tips

Prefer to fly direct from San Francisco to New Orleans?

Find which airlines fly direct from San Francisco to Louis Armstrong, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San Francisco to New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Monday

Air New Zealand, United Airlines, Virgin Australia

Air New Zealand, United Airlines, +1 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, United Airlines, Virgin Australia

Air New Zealand, United Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, United Airlines, Virgin Australia

Air New Zealand, United Airlines, +1 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand, United Airlines, Virgin Australia

Air New Zealand, United Airlines, +1 more

Friday

Air New Zealand, United Airlines, Virgin Australia

Air New Zealand, United Airlines, +1 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand, United Airlines, Virgin Australia

Air New Zealand, United Airlines, +1 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand, United Airlines, Virgin Australia

Air New Zealand, United Airlines, +1 more

See more direct flights

Direct returns

New Orleans Louis Armstrong to San Francisco

Monday

Air New Zealand, United Airlines, Virgin Australia

Air New Zealand, United Airlines, +1 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, United Airlines, Virgin Australia

Air New Zealand, United Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, United Airlines, Virgin Australia

Air New Zealand, United Airlines, +1 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand, United Airlines, Virgin Australia

Air New Zealand, United Airlines, +1 more

Friday

Air New Zealand, United Airlines, Virgin Australia

Air New Zealand, United Airlines, +1 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand, United Airlines, Virgin Australia

Air New Zealand, United Airlines, +1 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand, United Airlines, Virgin Australia

Air New Zealand, United Airlines, +1 more

See more direct flights
See more direct flights

Book cheap flights from San Francisco to New Orleans

Cheapest flights to New Orleans from San Francisco found in 2024

Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from San Francisco to New Orleans found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
30/5Thu
1 stopDelta
5h 57mSFO-MSY
£111
14/5Tue
1 stopDelta
9h 16mSFO-MSY
£131
28/6Fri
1 stopUnited Airlines
9h 02mSFO-MSY
£147
4/6Tue
2 stopsAlaska Airlines
14h 20mSFO-MSY
£150
30/5Thu
1 stopDelta
9h 16mSFO-MSY
£166
9/5Thu
1 stopDelta
7h 32mSFO-MSY
£171
5/6Wed
2 stopsAlaska Airlines
21h 00mSFO-MSY
£174
30/5Thu
2 stopsAlaska Airlines
20h 00mSFO-MSY
£187
19/6Wed
1 stopUnited Airlines
6h 24mSFO-MSY
£203
13/9Fri
directUnited Airlines
4h 11mSFO-MSY
£217

Search by stops

Search by airline

Search by price

Last minute flights from San Francisco to New Orleans

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from San Francisco to New Orleans that are departing in the next 10 days.
7/5Tue
multi-stopDelta
9h 16mSFO-MSY
15/5Wed
multi-stopDelta
7h 58mMSY-SFO
£343
3/5Fri
multi-stopDelta
8h 48mSFO-MSY
9/5Thu
multi-stopDelta
7h 15mMSY-SFO
£379
6/5Mon
multi-stopDelta
9h 16mSFO-MSY
8/5Wed
multi-stopDelta
7h 58mMSY-SFO
£387
3/5Fri
multi-stopDelta
8h 14mSFO-MSY
7/5Tue
multi-stopDelta
7h 15mMSY-SFO
£423
7/5Tue
directUnited Airlines
4h 28mSFO-MSY
11/5Sat
directUnited Airlines
4h 46mMSY-SFO
£435
7/5Tue
multi-stopUnited Airlines
6h 57mSFO-MSY
11/5Sat
directUnited Airlines
4h 46mMSY-SFO
£439
5/5Sun
multi-stopUnited Airlines
6h 23mSFO-MSY
11/5Sat
directUnited Airlines
4h 46mMSY-SFO
£443
3/5Fri
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
10h 32mSFO-MSY
8/5Wed
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
18h 05mMSY-SFO
£614
6/5Mon
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
12h 40mSFO-MSY
14/5Tue
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
11h 55mMSY-SFO
£682
4/5Sat
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
9h 48mSFO-MSY
5/5Sun
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
8h 34mMSY-SFO
£727

Search by stops

Search by airline

Search by price

San Francisco - New Orleans Flights

Departure:

San Francisco (SFO)United States

Destination:

New Orleans (MSY)United States

Cabin classes:

Browse origins:

  • Flights » 
  • San Francisco

Browse destinations:

  • Flights » 
  • Worldwide » 
  • New Orleans