Cheap flights from New Orleans to San Francisco from $118

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10:30 am - 7:22 pmMSY-SMF
10h 52m1 stop
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12:06 pm - 9:13 pmSMF-MSY
7h 07m1 stop
$287Alaska Airlines
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Thu, Jan 29 - Mon, Feb 2
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6:15 am - 5:30 pmMSY-SMF
13h 15m2 stops
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6:25 pm - 10:14 amSMF-MSY
13h 49m2 stops
$325Delta
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Tue, Jan 6 - Fri, Jan 9
Delta Logo
6:15 am - 2:08 pmMSY-SMF
9h 53m1 stop
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6:25 pm - 10:14 amSMF-MSY
13h 49m2 stops
$335Delta
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Tue, Jan 6 - Fri, Jan 9
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5:12 pm - 11:40 amMSY-SMF
20h 28m2 stops
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11:37 am - 7:06 pmSMF-MSY
29h 29m1 stop
$346Multiple Airlines
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Sun, Dec 14 - Sun, Jan 4
American Airlines Logo
3:00 pm - 7:49 pmMSY-SMF
6h 49m1 stop
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1:00 pm - 10:50 pmSMF-MSY
7h 50m2 stops
$347American Airlines
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Thu, Feb 12 - Sat, Feb 14
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6:04 am - 10:25 amMSY-SMF
30h 21m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:37 am - 7:06 pmSMF-MSY
29h 29m1 stop
$353Multiple Airlines
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Sun, Dec 14 - Sun, Jan 4
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:30 am - 7:22 pmMSY-SMF
10h 52m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
12:06 pm - 9:13 pmSMF-MSY
7h 07m1 stop
$355Alaska Airlines
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Thu, Jan 29 - Mon, Feb 2
American Airlines Logo
7:38 pm - 12:45 amMSY-SMF
7h 07m1 stop
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2:34 pm - 10:50 pmSMF-MSY
6h 16m1 stop
$363American Airlines
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Thu, Feb 12 - Sat, Feb 14
Southwest Logo
10:50 am - 8:45 pmMSY-SMF
11h 55m2 stops
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12:00 pm - 9:45 pmSMF-MSY
7h 45m1 stop
$372Southwest
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Wed, Feb 4 - Wed, Feb 11
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5:35 pm - 12:04 amMSY-SMF
8h 29m1 stop
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8:16 am - 9:13 pmSMF-MSY
10h 57m1 stop
$375Alaska Airlines
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Alaska Airlines flights from New Orleans to Sacramento

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on New Orleans to Sacramento flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
Jan 29
MSY10:30 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
10h 52m
1 stop
SMF7:22 pmSacramento Intl
Feb 2
SMF12:06 pmSacramento Intl
7h 07m
1 stop
MSY9:13 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Alaska Airlines
Jan 29
MSY10:30 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
10h 52m
1 stop
SMF7:22 pmSacramento Intl
Feb 2
SMF12:06 pmSacramento Intl
7h 07m
1 stop
MSY9:13 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Alaska Airlines
Jan 6
MSY5:35 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 29m
1 stop
SMF12:04 amSacramento Intl
Jan 9
SMF8:16 amSacramento Intl
10h 57m
1 stop
MSY9:13 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

American Airlines flights from New Orleans to Sacramento

Our best American Airlines deals on New Orleans to Sacramento flight tickets
American Airlines
Feb 12
MSY3:00 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 49m
1 stop
SMF7:49 pmSacramento Intl
Feb 14
SMF1:00 pmSacramento Intl
7h 50m
2 stops
MSY10:50 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
American Airlines
Feb 12
MSY7:38 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 07m
1 stop
SMF12:45 amSacramento Intl
Feb 14
SMF2:34 pmSacramento Intl
6h 16m
1 stop
MSY10:50 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
American Airlines
Jan 19
MSY6:02 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 28m
1 stop
SMF11:30 pmSacramento Intl
Feb 2
SMF3:12 pmSacramento Intl
5h 47m
1 stop
MSY10:59 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans to Sacramento that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated November 26, 2025.
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New OrleansSacramento

MSY - SMF

MSYSMF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/29

10:30 am-7:22 pm

1 stop10h 52m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/2

12:06 pm-9:13 pm

1 stop7h 07m

$287

New OrleansSacramento

MSY - SMF

MSYSMF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 1/6

6:15 am-5:30 pm

2 stops13h 15m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 1/9

6:25 pm-10:14 am

2 stops13h 49m

$325

New OrleansSacramento

MSY - SMF

MSYSMF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 1/6

6:15 am-2:08 pm

1 stop9h 53m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 1/9

6:25 pm-10:14 am

2 stops13h 49m

$335

New OrleansSacramento

MSY - SMF

MSYSMF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 12/14

5:12 pm-11:40 am

2 stops20h 28m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 1/4

11:37 am-7:06 pm

1 stop29h 29m

$346

New OrleansSacramento

MSY - SMF

MSYSMF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 2/12

3:00 pm-7:49 pm

1 stop6h 49m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 2/14

1:00 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops7h 50m

$347

New OrleansSacramento

MSY - SMF

MSYSMF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 12/14

6:04 am-10:25 am

1 stop30h 21m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 1/4

11:37 am-7:06 pm

1 stop29h 29m

$353

New OrleansSacramento

MSY - SMF

MSYSMF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/29

10:30 am-7:22 pm

1 stop10h 52m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/2

12:06 pm-9:13 pm

1 stop7h 07m

$355

New OrleansSacramento

MSY - SMF

MSYSMF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 2/12

7:38 pm-12:45 am

1 stop7h 07m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 2/14

2:34 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$363

New OrleansSacramento

MSY - SMF

MSYSMF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 2/4

10:50 am-8:45 pm

2 stops11h 55m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/11

12:00 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$372

New OrleansSacramento

MSY - SMF

MSYSMF

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 1/6

5:35 pm-12:04 am

1 stop8h 29m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 1/9

8:16 am-9:13 pm

1 stop10h 57m

$375

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from New Orleans to Sacramento

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Sacramento?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Sacramento from New Orleans, with most prices found around $207. If you are unable to visit Sacramento during the month of January, then departing from New Orleans during the month August is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $245.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Sacramento?

The cheapest day to depart from New Orleans to Sacramento is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $356. Flights from New Orleans to Sacramento on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $584. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Sacramento?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Sacramento is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from New Orleans to Sacramento in the morning for as low as $395. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $469. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

How have New Orleans to Sacramento flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for New Orleans to Sacramento flights are approximately 248% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from New Orleans to Sacramento

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from New Orleans to Sacramento according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap New Orleans to Sacramento (MSY to SMF) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from New Orleans to Sacramento

Fastest flight time

7h 25m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from New Orleans to Sacramento takes 7h 25m
There are no direct flights from New Orleans to Sacramento. There are no popular flight routes from New Orleans to Sacramento.
  • How far is New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Sacramento Intl by plane?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong and Sacramento Intl are 1878.7 mi apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 6h 26m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Sacramento Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Sacramento Intl Airport were last updated today.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Sacramento Intl Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Sacramento Intl Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Sacramento Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sacramento Intl Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Sacramento Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Sacramento Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular airline from New Orleans to Sacramento?

Best airlines flying from New Orleans to Sacramento

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American AirlinesPriceFrom $172Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,037 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $198Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,003 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $204Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,156 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $214Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,254 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $272Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,050 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From New Orleans to Sacramento

    Southwest is one of the most popular airlines flying from New Orleans to Sacramento, operating 6 flights/week on average for this route. A good Southwest flight deal for New Orleans to Sacramento starts from $214 round-trip, up to an average price of $398. Our users have rated Southwest at 8.0/10.

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