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Cheapest return fare
£254
Typical prices: £215-£331
Southwest
Mon 25/1Fri 29/1
SFO - MSY • 2 stops
Cheapest direct flights
£299
Typical prices: £316-£533
United Airlines
Fri 27/11Thu 3/12
SFO - MSY • Direct
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You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 4h 09m
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to New Orleans (SFO-MSY)

 
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Recent return flight deals from San Francisco to New Orleans

Mon, 25 Jan - Fri, 29 Jan
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06:40 - 16:15SFO  San Francisco-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 35m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Houston Hobby
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14:05 - 20:35MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SFO San Francisco
8h 30m2 stops Houston Hobby Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
£254Southwest
Mon, 1 Feb - Tue, 9 Feb
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05:30 - 15:05SFO  San Francisco-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 35m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Dallas Love Field
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07:15 - 16:40MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SFO San Francisco
11h 25m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
£255Southwest
Tue, 19 Jan - Mon, 25 Jan
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08:20 - 14:35SFO  San Francisco-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 15mdirect
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15:39 - 21:11MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SFO San Francisco
7h 32m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
£262United Airlines
Wed, 18 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
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14:00 - 23:52SFO  San Francisco-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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08:00 - 10:53MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SFO San Francisco
4h 53mdirect
£263United Airlines
Wed, 9 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec
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08:38 - 14:52SFO  San Francisco-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 14mdirect
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05:00 - 09:51MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SFO San Francisco
6h 51m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
£265United Airlines
Fri, 20 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
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23:59 - 08:48SFO  San Francisco-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 49m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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08:00 - 10:53MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SFO San Francisco
4h 53mdirect
£267United Airlines
Tue, 9 Mar - Tue, 16 Mar
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12:54 - 05:10SFO  San Francisco-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
14h 16m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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20:15 - 11:59MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SFO San Francisco
17h 44m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
£269Multiple Airlines
Tue, 15 Dec - Wed, 23 Dec
United Airlines Logo
08:30 - 17:23SFO  San Francisco-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 53m1 stop Denver Intl
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07:31 - 10:35MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SFO San Francisco
5h 04mdirect
£270United Airlines
Sat, 5 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:45 - 08:53SFO  San Francisco-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
20h 08m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
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14:27 - 09:38MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SFO San Francisco
21h 11m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
£273Alaska Airlines
Mon, 23 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
United Airlines Logo
07:15 - 13:28SFO  San Francisco-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 13mdirect
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16:00 - 22:58MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SFO San Francisco
8h 58m1 stop Denver Intl
£274United 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 return flight from San Francisco to New Orleans?

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to New Orleans from San Francisco usually cost between £271 and £507 in January.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £254 on Southwest (25 Jan–29 Jan).

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

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to New Orleans is August, where tickets cost £265 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £394 and £377 respectively.

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

No, with an average price for the route of £400, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

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 30% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from San Francisco to New Orleans

 
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.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on SFO

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specialising 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 favourite 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.

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

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

£157
Best time to beat the crowds (23% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (7% more expensive on average)
Flight from San Francisco to New Orleans

When to book flights from San Francisco to New Orleans

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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 £157 for a one-way ticket and £254 for a return.

  • 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.

  • 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.

KAYAK’s 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.

Prefer to fly direct from San Francisco to New Orleans?

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

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San Francisco to New Orleans Louis Armstrong

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

United Airlines

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Saturday

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Sunday

United Airlines

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Direct returns

New Orleans Louis Armstrong to San Francisco

Monday

United Airlines

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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