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Cheap flights from Sacramento to New Orleans from $155

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1:29 pm - 12:27 pm
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MSY
20h 58m
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1:22 pm - 7:03 pm
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SMF
7h 41m
1 stop
$260Frontier
Thu, Oct 8 - Mon, Oct 12
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11:28 am - 9:10 pm
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7h 42m
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9:55 pm - 10:43 am
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14h 48m
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$280Frontier
Mon, May 25 - Thu, May 28
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7:15 pm - 12:27 pm
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MSY
15h 12m
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1:22 pm - 6:32 pm
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7h 10m
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$300Frontier
Thu, Oct 22 - Fri, Oct 30
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5:10 pm - 5:00 am
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MSY
9h 50m
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9:48 pm - 7:23 pm
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23h 35m
2 stops
$323Multiple Airlines
Thu, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 24
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11:28 am - 9:10 pm
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MSY
7h 42m
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9:55 pm - 10:43 am
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14h 48m
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$345Frontier
Fri, Jun 5 - Sun, Jun 7
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6:28 pm - 5:00 am
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MSY
8h 32m
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7:35 pm - 7:23 pm
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25h 48m
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$346Multiple Airlines
Sun, Aug 16 - Fri, Aug 21
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5:10 pm - 5:00 am
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9h 50m
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8:05 pm - 4:15 pm
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22h 10m
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$348Multiple Airlines
Thu, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 24
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6:28 pm - 5:00 am
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8h 32m
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7:35 pm - 7:23 pm
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25h 48m
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$352Multiple Airlines
Sun, Aug 16 - Fri, Aug 21
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11:10 am - 12:05 am
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10h 55m
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1:45 pm - 9:52 pm
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10h 07m
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$354Delta
Tue, Nov 3 - Wed, Nov 11
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6:28 pm - 5:00 am
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8:05 pm - 4:15 pm
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$358Multiple Airlines
Thu, Aug 13 - Mon, Aug 17

Southwest flights from Sacramento to New Orleans

Our best Southwest deals on Sacramento to New Orleans flight tickets
Southwest
Jun 2
SMF3:15 pmSacramento Intl
5h 50m
1 stop
MSY11:05 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Jun 9
MSY5:20 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 25m
1 stop
SMF9:45 amSacramento Intl
$395
Southwest
Jun 30
SMF2:50 pmSacramento Intl
5h 50m
1 stop
MSY10:40 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Jul 14
MSY1:45 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 35m
2 stops
SMF9:20 pmSacramento Intl
$400
Southwest
Jun 9
SMF8:15 amSacramento Intl
7h 05m
2 stops
MSY5:20 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Jun 16
MSY6:45 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 15m
1 stop
SMF12:00 pmSacramento Intl
$413

Frontier flights from Sacramento to New Orleans

Our best Frontier deals on Sacramento to New Orleans flight tickets
Frontier
Oct 8
SMF1:29 pmSacramento Intl
20h 58m
1 stop
MSY12:27 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Oct 12
MSY1:22 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 41m
1 stop
SMF7:03 pmSacramento Intl
$260
Frontier
May 25
SMF11:28 amSacramento Intl
7h 42m
1 stop
MSY9:10 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
May 28
MSY9:55 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
14h 48m
1 stop
SMF10:43 amSacramento Intl
$280
Frontier
Oct 22
SMF7:15 pmSacramento Intl
15h 12m
1 stop
MSY12:27 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Oct 30
MSY1:22 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 10m
1 stop
SMF6:32 pmSacramento Intl
$300

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SacramentoNew Orleans

SMF - MSY

SMFMSY

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/8

1:29 pm-12:27 pm

1 stop20h 58m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 10/12

1:22 pm-7:03 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$260

SacramentoNew Orleans

SMF - MSY

SMFMSY

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/25

11:28 am-9:10 pm

1 stop7h 42m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/28

9:55 pm-10:43 am

1 stop14h 48m

$280

SacramentoNew Orleans

SMF - MSY

SMFMSY

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/22

7:15 pm-12:27 pm

1 stop15h 12m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 10/30

1:22 pm-6:32 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$300

SacramentoNew Orleans

SMF - MSY

SMFMSY

Sacramento Intl

Thu 8/20

5:10 pm-5:00 am

1 stop9h 50m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 8/24

9:48 pm-7:23 pm

2 stops23h 35m

$323

SacramentoNew Orleans

SMF - MSY

SMFMSY

Sacramento Intl

Fri 6/5

11:28 am-9:10 pm

1 stop7h 42m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 6/7

9:55 pm-10:43 am

1 stop14h 48m

$345

SacramentoNew Orleans

SMF - MSY

SMFMSY

Sacramento Intl

Sun 8/16

6:28 pm-5:00 am

1 stop8h 32m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 8/21

7:35 pm-7:23 pm

1 stop25h 48m

$346

SacramentoNew Orleans

SMF - MSY

SMFMSY

Sacramento Intl

Thu 8/20

5:10 pm-5:00 am

1 stop9h 50m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 8/24

8:05 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop22h 10m

$348

SacramentoNew Orleans

SMF - MSY

SMFMSY

Sacramento Intl

Sun 8/16

6:28 pm-5:00 am

1 stop8h 32m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 8/21

7:35 pm-7:23 pm

1 stop25h 48m

$352
Quickest round-trip

SacramentoNew Orleans

SMF - MSY

SMFMSY

Sacramento Intl

Tue 11/3

11:10 am-12:05 am

2 stops10h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 11/11

1:45 pm-9:52 pm

2 stops10h 07m

$354

SacramentoNew Orleans

SMF - MSY

SMFMSY

Sacramento Intl

Thu 8/13

6:28 pm-5:00 am

1 stop8h 32m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 8/17

8:05 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop22h 10m

$358

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

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Sacramento and New Orleans?

What is the cheapest month to fly to New Orleans?

The cheapest month to fly to New Orleans from Sacramento is in August. Flight prices, which tend to average around $321, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit New Orleans during the month of August, then departing from Sacramento during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $355.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New Orleans?

The cheapest day to depart from Sacramento to New Orleans is on a Saturday when prices can be found for as low as $389. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Sacramento to New Orleans for around $540.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to New Orleans is at noon when flights can be purchased for as low as $455. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to New Orleans, so prices are often more expensive at around $479 per ticket.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sacramento to New Orleans?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New Orleans from Sacramento when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New Orleans for around $420 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New Orleans from Sacramento for as low as $351 on momondo.

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

As of May 2026, prices for Sacramento to New Orleans flights are approximately 99% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Sacramento to New Orleans

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

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Fastest flight time

5h 35m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Sacramento to New Orleans takes 5h 35m
There are no direct flights from Sacramento to New Orleans. There are no popular flight routes from Sacramento to New Orleans.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Sacramento to New Orleans

  • How far is Sacramento Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong by plane?

    Sacramento Intl and New Orleans Louis Armstrong are 1878.7 mi apart from one another. 5h 35m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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

    Prices for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport refresh daily.

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

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

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sacramento Intl Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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

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

Best airlines flying from Sacramento to New Orleans

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Free Cancellation
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $143Free CancellationRating
6.2
8,626 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $272Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,719 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $274Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,299 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $274Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,666 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $276Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,456 reviews
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