$79 Cheap Flights from San Antonio (SAT) to New Orleans (MSY)

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Cheap Flights from San Antonio to New Orleans (SAT-MSY)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $79 for one-way flights and $153 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Sat, Nov 8 - Thu, Nov 13
SAT
San Antonio
MSY
New Orleans
$153 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$153
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 8 from San Antonio to New Orleans, returning Thu, Nov 13, priced at $153 found 4 days ago
Delta
Thu, Jan 22 - Wed, Jan 28
SAT
San Antonio
MSY
New Orleans
$154 Roundtrip, found 22 hours ago
$154
Roundtrip
found 22 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Jan 22 from San Antonio to New Orleans, returning Wed, Jan 28, priced at $154 found 22 hours ago
United
Wed, Dec 17 - Wed, Dec 17
SAT
San Antonio
MSY
New Orleans
$157 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$157
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Dec 17 from San Antonio to New Orleans, returning Wed, Dec 17, priced at $157 found 1 day ago
Delta
Tue, Mar 3 - Wed, Mar 4
SAT
San Antonio
MSY
New Orleans
$157 Roundtrip, just found
$157
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Mar 3 from San Antonio to New Orleans, returning Wed, Mar 4, priced at $157 just found
American Airlines
Tue, Mar 3 - Wed, Mar 4
SAT
San Antonio
MSY
New Orleans
$158 Roundtrip, just found
$158
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Mar 3 from San Antonio to New Orleans, returning Wed, Mar 4, priced at $158 just found
American Airlines
Wed, Dec 17 - Wed, Dec 17
SAT
San Antonio
MSY
New Orleans
$159 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$159
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 17 from San Antonio to New Orleans, returning Wed, Dec 17, priced at $159 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Mon, Dec 15 - Thu, Dec 18
SAT
San Antonio
MSY
New Orleans
$159 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$159
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 15 from San Antonio to New Orleans, returning Thu, Dec 18, priced at $159 found 6 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Jan 22 - Wed, Jan 28
SAT
San Antonio
MSY
New Orleans
$161 Roundtrip, found 22 hours ago
$161
Roundtrip
found 22 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 22 from San Antonio to New Orleans, returning Wed, Jan 28, priced at $161 found 22 hours ago
Delta
Tue, Feb 10 - Sat, Feb 14
SAT
San Antonio
MSY
New Orleans
$169 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$169
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Feb 10 from San Antonio to New Orleans, returning Sat, Feb 14, priced at $169 found 4 hours ago
United
Wed, Jan 7 - Mon, Jan 12
SAT
San Antonio
MSY
New Orleans
$169 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$169
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Jan 7 from San Antonio to New Orleans, returning Mon, Jan 12, priced at $169 found 6 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Antonio (SAT) to New Orleans (MSY)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $64 - $311 per traveler.

Alternative airports near New Orleans

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. MSY. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 20 minutes. Flights from $284
MSY
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center20 min
Flights from $284

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) cost?
Snag a cheap one-way flight from $79 or cheap return flight from $153 from San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
November is the cheapest month to fly from SAT to MSY. Avoiding peak travel times is often the key to finding a great deal.
Which airlines fly direct from San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
You can travel nonstop from San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) on a Southwest Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
To find the cheapest airline that'll fly you from SAT to MSY, use Expedia's filter tool. Customize your search based on what matters most to you, such as preferred carriers and number of stops. You can then sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see the cheapest flights first.
How many flights per day from San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
On average, there is just 1 nonstop flight leaving from San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) every day. If this doesn't fit your plans, think about flights with a layover. Just filter your search on Expedia to include one or two stops to find the next best option.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
More travelers fly between SAT and MSY at 12 PM than at any other time. Rather skip the crowds? Pick a flight outside the busiest times and you're likely to save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SAT to MSY?
If you fly on a Friday, you'll get the biggest range of options for flights from San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY).
What is the earliest flight from San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
The earliest flight out of San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT) is at around 9:20AM UTC-6. Board this flight and you'll touch down at Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) at approximately 10:45AM UTC-6. The total flight duration is 1h 25m.
How long does it take to fly from San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
Flights from SAT to MSY have an average travel time of 1 hour and 25 minutes. The distance between the two airports is 490 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SAT to MSY?
Consider booking with Frontier Airlines if you'd like to go straight from San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) without any holdups. This carrier has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 100%. Want to be updated if anything changes? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
Select a flight from San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays and 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 Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT)?
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) is the only airport in New Orleans with direct flights from San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT). Browse your options and discover affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) last-minute?
Holding off until just before your departure to book a ticket from SAT to MSY generally means paying more. While you may come across some last-minute deals, there's no guarantee. Keep your travel plans flexible for the best chance of getting a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a SAT to MSY flight and hotel package?
Opting for a SAT to MSY flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your trip all in one place. Pick from our impressive range of stays and then add flights, activities and car rentals to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
If you booked your SAT to MSY flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without fees. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you have, 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.

Travel information

Origin airport
San Antonio Intl.
Destination airport
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$153
Distance
493 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 24 mins

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San Antonio to New Orleans Flights

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

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Antonio 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 Antonio 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 Antonio to New Orleans in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $79 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 Antonio 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.

 

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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.

 

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