Flying from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is 3 hours 55 minutes.
New Orleans is two hours ahead of Oakland and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to catch your OAK to MSY flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Southwest Airlines has direct flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in New Orleans — and maybe even more of United States if your schedule allows.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Southwest Airlines on this route.
With a reliable 80.0% of services arriving on schedule, Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering OAK to MSY flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between OAK and MSY include:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
William P. Hobby Airport
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
89 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport flight. A return flight starts from 185 €. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Book six months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from OAK to MSY.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport.
Handy information about Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
You'll find OAK at 1 Airport Drive.
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 83.61% of flights that take off from OAK reach their destination on time.
To reach Metropolitan Oakland International Airport from central Oakland, it'll take about 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 40 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near OAK:
Arriving at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
Book a hotel close to MSY if you have a late Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport rental car and explore New Orleans and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Dollar and Thrifty are top providers to choose from here.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport about four weeks in advance.
Getting from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to central New Orleans
You'll find MSY at 900 Airline Highway.
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to central New Orleans has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
The quietest month for a flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is May, while October is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to New Orleans based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in New Orleans, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from OAK to MSY in January. Average temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
New Orleans is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be discovered. Around 121 kilometres north-west of New Orleans, a visit to Baton Rouge will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Louisiana State Capitol, Louisiana's Old State Capitol and Shaw Centre for the Arts.
Montgomery is another standout destination in United States and is around 451 kilometres north-east of New Orleans. No trip is complete without experiencing Civil Rights Memorial, Rosa Parks Museum and Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church.