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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Diego International to New Orleans Louis Armstrong flights are currently cheapest in October.

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Compare routes from San Diego International to New Orleans below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

San Diego to New Orleans: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found139 €
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time3 hrs, 37 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from San Diego International to New Orleans Louis Armstrong: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Diego International to New Orleans Louis Armstrong is 139 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 37 minutes is the average flight time from San Diego International to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
Southwest Airlines flies direct from San Diego International to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
As of July 2025, there are 8 flights per week flying from San Diego International to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
The cheapest month to fly from San Diego International to New Orleans Louis Armstrong is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Diego International Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport on Monday, 6 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 37 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to New Orleans Louis Armstrong but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to New Orleans is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Spirit Airlines and Southwest Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

Travelling from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from San Diego International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 30 minutes.

  • The timezone in New Orleans is UTC-5, which is two hours ahead of San Diego.

  • Every week, there are five San Diego International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport flights. If you want to be on board as early as possible, jump on the 08:20 Southwest Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 17:40 with Southwest Airlines.

  • Your SAN to MSY flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

  • Getting to New Orleans (and then discovering more of United States!) is easy with Southwest Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from San Diego International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport.

  • Southwest Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.

  • Among carriers operating SAN to MSY flights, Southwest Airlines is the most consistent for on-time landings.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from San Diego International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between SAN and MSY include:

    • George Bush Intercontinental Airport

    • Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport

    • Dallas Love Field Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport flight is 66 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 139 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from SAN to MSY, book your trip seven months ahead of your departure date.

  • The cheapest month for flights from San Diego International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from SAN to MSY is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from San Diego International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • SAN is located at Airport Drive.

  • 71.38% of flights taking off from San Diego International Airport make it to their destination on time.

  • Central San Diego to San Diego International Airport is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • You can expect a journey time of around 20 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near SAN. Whether you're catching an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)

Getting from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to central New Orleans

  • The street address for MSY is 900 Airline Highway.

  • From Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, New Orleans is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It typically takes 50 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)

  • The quietest month for a flight from San Diego International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is May, while October is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit New Orleans based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Lock in your flight from San Diego International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport for August if you'd like to go to New Orleans during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from SAN to MSY in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • Baton Rouge is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen New Orleans. Around 121 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Louisiana State Capitol, Louisiana's Old State Capitol and Shaw Centre for the Arts.

  • Around 451 kilometres north-east of New Orleans, Montgomery is another favourite stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with Civil Rights Memorial, Rosa Parks Museum and Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church.

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