$80 Cheap Flights from New Orleans (MSY) to San Antonio (SAT)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $80 for one-way flights and $129 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Delta
Wed, Aug 27 - Mon, Sep 1
MSY
New Orleans
SAT
San Antonio
$129 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$129
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Aug 27 from New Orleans to San Antonio, returning Mon, Sep 1, priced at $129 found 5 days ago
United
Wed, Aug 27 - Sat, Aug 30
MSY
New Orleans
SAT
San Antonio
$133 Roundtrip, just found
$133
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Wed, Aug 27 from New Orleans to San Antonio, returning Sat, Aug 30, priced at $133 just found
American Airlines
Sat, Sep 6 - Tue, Sep 9
MSY
New Orleans
SAT
San Antonio
$135 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$135
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 6 from New Orleans to San Antonio, returning Tue, Sep 9, priced at $135 found 16 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Aug 14 - Tue, Aug 19
MSY
New Orleans
SAT
San Antonio
$135 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$135
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 14 from New Orleans to San Antonio, returning Tue, Aug 19, priced at $135 found 2 hours ago
United
Thu, Aug 28 - Sat, Aug 30
MSY
New Orleans
SAT
San Antonio
$139 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$139
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Aug 28 from New Orleans to San Antonio, returning Sat, Aug 30, priced at $139 found 14 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Sep 6 - Tue, Sep 9
MSY
New Orleans
SAT
San Antonio
$143 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$143
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 6 from New Orleans to San Antonio, returning Tue, Sep 9, priced at $143 found 16 hours ago
Delta
Sat, Sep 6 - Tue, Sep 9
MSY
New Orleans
SAT
San Antonio
$149 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$149
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Sep 6 from New Orleans to San Antonio, returning Tue, Sep 9, priced at $149 found 16 hours ago
Delta
Wed, Aug 27 - Sat, Aug 30
MSY
New Orleans
SAT
San Antonio
$149 Roundtrip, just found
$149
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Aug 27 from New Orleans to San Antonio, returning Sat, Aug 30, priced at $149 just found
United
Tue, Sep 2 - Thu, Sep 4
MSY
New Orleans
SAT
San Antonio
$150 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$150
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Sep 2 from New Orleans to San Antonio, returning Thu, Sep 4, priced at $150 found 4 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Sep 2 - Thu, Sep 4
MSY
New Orleans
SAT
San Antonio
$151 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$151
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 2 from New Orleans to San Antonio, returning Thu, Sep 4, priced at $151 found 4 days ago

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

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $64 - $384 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near San Antonio

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

Select flight to San Antonio Intl. SAT. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 11 minutes. Flights from $366
SAT
San Antonio Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center11 min
Flights from $366
Flights from New Orleans (MSY) to San Antonio (SAT)
Origin airport
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
Destination airport
San Antonio Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$128
Distance
493 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 35 mins

New Orleans to San Antonio Flights

The cheapest times to fly from New Orleans to San Antonio

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

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from New Orleans to San Antonio: 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 New Orleans to San Antonio

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 New Orleans to San Antonio in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $80 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 New Orleans to San Antonio 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 New Orleans to San Antonio 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 Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT) cost?
Cheap round-trip flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT) start from $177. 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 Southwest Airlines flight leaving MSY on August 17 2025 and touching down at SAT. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from MSY to SAT?
The cheapest flights from MSY to SAT 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 Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT)?
Take a direct flight with Southwest Airlines and go straight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from MSY to SAT?
Currently, the cheapest carrier operating one-way flights from MSY to SAT is Southwest Airlines. You can book a seat on this route from $89. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from MSY on September 13 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT)?
On average, Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) only offers 1 nonstop flight to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT) per day. To explore more options, try Expedia's easy-to-use filters. Simply enter your dates, then select "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops" to discover flights offering layovers.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT)?
Flights between MSY and SAT are busiest at 1 PM. If you want a quieter trip and possibly cheaper fares, choose a departure that's outside typical rush times.
What day of the week has the most flights from MSY to SAT?
Depart on a Friday if you're after the best selection of flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT).
What is the earliest flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT)?
The earliest flight leaving from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) is at around 9:05AM UTC-6. Catch this flight and you'll reach San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT) at approximately 10:45AM UTC-6. The total time in the air is 1h 40m.
How long does it take to fly from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT)?
The average flight time from MSY to SAT is 1 hour and 43 minutes, covering a distance of 490 mi.
What airline has the least delays from MSY to SAT?
Frontier Airlines has the strongest track record for on-time direct flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT), with an on-time rating of 91%. Use the Expedia App to look up your flight schedule before you jet off and receive notifications about any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT)?
Choose a flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays and cancellations. Later departures are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**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 San Antonio from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
If you're traveling on a direct flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to San Antonio, San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from MSY to SAT are usually more expensive. For the lowest prices, start searching for flights ahead of time. That said, if you're flexible with your travel dates, you may find a cheap ticket just before your departure.
Is it cheaper to book a MSY to SAT flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by securing a MSY to SAT flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage everything in one place. After choosing your preferred flights and accommodations, you can add extras like tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to San Antonio Intl. Airport (SAT)?
If you reserved your MSY to SAT flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify 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, go to our Customer Service portal for more details.

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