$159 Cheap United flights New Orleans (MSY) to Orange County (SNA)

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$159 Cheap United flights New Orleans (MSY) to Orange County (SNA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $159 for one-way flights and $258 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

United
Thu, Sep 18 - Sun, Sep 21
MSY
New Orleans
SNA
Orange County
$258 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$258
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from New Orleans to Orange County, returning Sun, Sep 21, priced at $258 found 1 day ago
United
Tue, Aug 19 - Thu, Aug 21
MSY
New Orleans
SNA
Orange County
$264 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$264
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Aug 19 from New Orleans to Orange County, returning Thu, Aug 21, priced at $264 found 11 hours ago
United
Tue, Aug 19 - Thu, Aug 21
MSY
New Orleans
SNA
Orange County
$312 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$312
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Aug 19 from New Orleans to Orange County, returning Thu, Aug 21, priced at $312 found 11 hours ago
Flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Orange County (SNA)
Origin airport
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
Destination airport
John Wayne
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Popular airline
American Airlines
Distance
1635 mi

Frequently asked questions

How much is a United Airlines flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
Scoring cheap one-way United Airlines flights from MSY to SNA from $159 on Expedia couldn't be simpler --- just filter by "Price (lowest to highest)." Alternatively, check out our budget-friendly return fares from $258 for your next exciting getaway.**These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
What is the cheapest month to fly from MSY to SNA with United Airlines?
United Airlines flights to Santa Ana are typically cheaper in the low-season months of January and April. Whether you need a round-trip or one-way ticket, you could land a better deal then.
What is the cheapest time to book flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to John Wayne Airport (SNA) with United Airlines?
Look for cheap United Airlines flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to John Wayne Airport (SNA) one to three months prior to your departure date. Travelers who book domestic flights 34 to 86 days in advance can save 25% compared to those who book just 6 to 12 days ahead. Regardless of fare class and journey, the best day of the week to book a domestic flight is generally Sunday and the most expensive is typically Monday. Passengers who book on a Sunday can save 6% on average compared to those who book on a Monday.**Ideal booking window recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through November for 2024. Best day of the week to book recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through October 2024. All data sourced from ARC's global airline sales database.
Does United Airlines fly nonstop from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
Click on the "Nonstop" filter when looking for direct United Airlines flights from MSY to SNA. It's also an easy way to compare other carriers servicing the same nonstop route.
What is the earliest United Airlines flight from MSY to SNA?
Search United Airlines's earliest flights from MSY to SNA by using the "Morning" and "Early Morning" filters. Not only will you arrive sooner, early departures are also 20% less likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports does United Airlines fly into in Santa Ana?
United Airlines flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Santa Ana come in to John Wayne Airport (SNA). This is the main entry point to this city.
Why fly with United Airlines from MSY to SNA?
A rewarding loyalty program and the ability to collect points through United Mileage Plus are the start of the reasons to leave from MSY to SNA with United Airlines. Plus, when you join our One Key™ program, you can earn OneKeyCash™* on top of any airline loyalty program earnings. It's yours to use wherever your next trip takes you.*OneKeyCash™ disclaimer - OneKeyCash™ is not redeemable for cash and can only be used on Expedia, Hotels.com and Vrbo.
Can I change or cancel my United Airlines flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
It's usually possible to cancel or modify your flight, although there may be additional fees if your booking was made more than 24 hours ago. Need flexible options? Apply the "Changes included" and "No cancel fee" filters to find flights that won't penalize you if you need to revise your plans. To make modifications, head to "Trips," select your flight and click on "Manage Booking" for more information.

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