$137 Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to New Orleans (MSY)

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Popular airlines from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)

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Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara to New Orleans (SBA-MSY)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $137 for one-way flights and $273 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Delta
Tue, Jul 15 - Tue, Jul 22
SBA
Santa Barbara
MSY
New Orleans
$273 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$273
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Jul 15 from Santa Barbara to New Orleans, returning Tue, Jul 22, priced at $273 found 3 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, Jun 4 - Sat, Jun 7
SBA
Santa Barbara
MSY
New Orleans
$273 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$273
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jun 4 from Santa Barbara to New Orleans, returning Sat, Jun 7, priced at $273 found 15 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Sat, May 10 - Tue, May 27
SBA
Santa Barbara
MSY
New Orleans
$275 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$275
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 10 from Santa Barbara to New Orleans, returning Tue, May 27, priced at $275 found 6 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Sat, May 10 - Tue, May 27
SBA
Santa Barbara
MSY
New Orleans
$277 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$277
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 10 from Santa Barbara to New Orleans, returning Tue, May 27, priced at $277 found 6 days ago
United
Sun, May 25 - Thu, May 29
SBA
Santa Barbara
MSY
New Orleans
$277 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$277
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sun, May 25 from Santa Barbara to New Orleans, returning Thu, May 29, priced at $277 found 6 hours ago
United
Sun, May 25 - Thu, May 29
SBA
Santa Barbara
MSY
New Orleans
$278 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$278
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sun, May 25 from Santa Barbara to New Orleans, returning Thu, May 29, priced at $278 found 6 hours ago
United
Sat, May 10 - Tue, May 27
SBA
Santa Barbara
MSY
New Orleans
$280 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$280
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, May 10 from Santa Barbara to New Orleans, returning Tue, May 27, priced at $280 found 6 days ago
United
Sun, May 25 - Thu, May 29
SBA
Santa Barbara
MSY
New Orleans
$282 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$282
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sun, May 25 from Santa Barbara to New Orleans, returning Thu, May 29, priced at $282 found 6 hours ago
United
Sun, May 25 - Thu, May 29
SBA
Santa Barbara
MSY
New Orleans
$283 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$283
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sun, May 25 from Santa Barbara to New Orleans, returning Thu, May 29, priced at $283 found 6 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Jun 4 - Sat, Jun 7
SBA
Santa Barbara
MSY
New Orleans
$293 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$293
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jun 4 from Santa Barbara to New Orleans, returning Sat, Jun 7, priced at $293 found 15 hours ago
Flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to New Orleans (MSY)
Origin airport
Santa Barbara Municipal
Destination airport
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$272
Distance
1749 mi

Santa Barbara to New Orleans Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Santa Barbara to New Orleans

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Santa Barbara to New Orleans are during the month of July. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to New Orleans with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to New Orleans

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Santa Barbara to New Orleans: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Santa Barbara to New Orleans

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Santa Barbara to New Orleans in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $137 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Santa Barbara to New Orleans flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Santa Barbara to New Orleans airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) cost?
Discover the latest flight deals from SBA to MSY by entering your preferred travel dates and searching on Expedia. Easily compare prices by departure date if you have flexibility with your schedule and use handy filters to explore prices for your preferred journey. As a member of One Key™, our free loyalty program, you can use Price Tracking to watch fares and receive notifications if prices go up or down.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SBA to MSY?
The cheapest flights from SBA to MSY are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SBA to MSY?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare airlines and find the cheapest carrier that’ll take you from SBA to MSY. Sort your results by “Price (lowest to highest)” to snap up a great deal.
How many flights per day from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
There aren’t any daily direct flights available from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY). But you can choose flights with layovers. Filter your search results on Expedia to include one or two stops, and you’ll be on your way in no time.
What day of the week has the most flights from SBA to MSY?
Generally you’ll find the widest variety of flight choices on a Friday. Tuesdays tend to be the quietest.* But this can vary based on the season, airline and other factors.*Busiest/quietest day to travel is based on Expedia flight demand through January to December 2024.
What is the best time to fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
To arrive at Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) on schedule, book a flight that takes off from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) last-minute?
Holding off until just before your trip to book a flight from SBA to MSY often results in higher prices. Although you may find some last-minute offers, they aren’t always guaranteed. Keep your travel plans flexible to boost your chances of getting a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a SBA to MSY flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a SBA to MSY flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better still, having everything in one place will take the hassle out of planning your trip. Just pick your flights and choose from our extensive range of stays, then personalize your trip with extras like car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
If you booked your SBA to MSY flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without fees. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal for further details.

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