$94 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to New Orleans (MSY)

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Popular airlines from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)

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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to New Orleans (SFO-MSY)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $94 for one-way flights and $177 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Fri, Jul 11 - Wed, Jul 16
SFO
San Francisco
MSY
New Orleans
$177 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jul 11 from San Francisco to New Orleans, returning Wed, Jul 16, priced at $177 found 10 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Tue, May 6 - Tue, May 13
SFO
San Francisco
MSY
New Orleans
$188 Roundtrip, just found
$188
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 6 from San Francisco to New Orleans, returning Tue, May 13, priced at $188 just found
Frontier Airlines
Sat, May 31 - Thu, Jun 5
SFO
San Francisco
MSY
New Orleans
$198 Roundtrip, just found
$198
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 31 from San Francisco to New Orleans, returning Thu, Jun 5, priced at $198 just found
American Airlines
Sat, May 24 - Thu, May 29
SFO
San Francisco
MSY
New Orleans
$199 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$199
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 24 from San Francisco to New Orleans, returning Thu, May 29, priced at $199 found 3 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Fri, Jul 11 - Wed, Jul 16
SFO
San Francisco
MSY
New Orleans
$202 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$202
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jul 11 from San Francisco to New Orleans, returning Wed, Jul 16, priced at $202 found 10 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, May 29 - Sat, May 31
SFO
San Francisco
MSY
New Orleans
$204 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$204
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 29 from San Francisco to New Orleans, returning Sat, May 31, priced at $204 found 16 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Fri, Oct 3 - Mon, Oct 6
SFO
San Francisco
MSY
New Orleans
$207 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$207
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 3 from San Francisco to New Orleans, returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $207 found 7 hours ago
Delta
Tue, Jul 1 - Sat, Jul 5
SFO
San Francisco
MSY
New Orleans
$207 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$207
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Jul 1 from San Francisco to New Orleans, returning Sat, Jul 5, priced at $207 found 12 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, May 22 - Thu, May 29
SFO
San Francisco
MSY
New Orleans
$208 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$208
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 22 from San Francisco to New Orleans, returning Thu, May 29, priced at $208 found 5 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Mon, Oct 13 - Wed, Oct 15
SFO
San Francisco
MSY
New Orleans
$256 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$256
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 13 from San Francisco to New Orleans, returning Wed, Oct 15, priced at $256 found 5 days ago
Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to New Orleans (MSY)
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$176
Distance
1908 mi

San Francisco to New Orleans Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to New Orleans are during the month of July. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Francisco to New Orleans with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from San Francisco to New Orleans

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco to New Orleans in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $94 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) cost?
Cheap return flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) start at $269. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a United flight leaving SFO on May 8 2025 and touching down at MSY. The price was last updated on April 19 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SFO to MSY?
The cheapest flights from SFO 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.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
You can fly straight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) on a United Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SFO to MSY?
With fares starting at $274 for a one-way journey from SFO to MSY, United is currently the cheapest carrier flying this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SFO on July 15 2025. Prices were last updated on April 19 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
On average, San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) only offers 1 direct flight to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) each day. For more options, try our easy-to-use filter tool. Simply enter your dates of travel, then click on “1 Stop” or “2+ Stops” to find flights offering layovers.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
More passengers fly between SFO and MSY at 11 AM than at any other time of day. Prefer a quieter experience? Pick a flight outside the busiest times and you could save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to MSY?
Friday offers the most flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY). Consider jetting off on this day and you’ll have a greater chance of finding a departure that fits your schedule.
What is the earliest flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
Take the earliest flight at around 11:09AM UTC-8, heading out of San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). You’ll be traveling for approximately 4h 18m, reaching Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) at approximately 5:27PM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
Flights from SFO to MSY have an average travel time of 4 hours and 18 minutes. The total distance between these two airports is 1,900 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SFO to MSY?
Consider booking with Alaska Airlines if you’d like to go straight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) without any interruptions. This airline has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 81%. Want to get notified of any changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
Book a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations. Departures later than this have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**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.
What airports do you fly into for New Orleans from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Explore your flight options from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY). This is the only New Orleans airport you can touch down at if you’re taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from SFO to MSY are typically more expensive. To lock in the lowest prices, start searching for flights as soon as possible. That being said, if you’re flexible with your travel dates, it’s possible to find a cheap ticket right before you leave.
Is it cheaper to book a SFO to MSY flight and hotel package?
Booking a SFO to MSY flight and hotel package is typically cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your travels all in one place. Select from our extensive range of hotels and then add activities, car rentals and flights to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
If you reserved your SFO to MSY flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it without fees. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, go to our Customer Service portal if you’d like more information.

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