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Cheap flights from Sacramento to New Orleans from $159

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Sacramento to New Orleans departing on 11/12. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Southwest Logo
8:05 am - 5:50 pm
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MSY
7h 45m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:15 pm - 9:15 pm
MSY
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SMF
6h 00m
1 stop
$258Southwest
Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Oct 28
Southwest Logo
7:15 am - 5:50 pm
SMF
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MSY
8h 35m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
5:15 pm - 9:15 pm
MSY
-
SMF
6h 00m
1 stop
$263Southwest
Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Oct 28
Southwest Logo
7:15 am - 5:50 pm
SMF
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MSY
8h 35m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
7:35 am - 3:50 pm
MSY
-
SMF
10h 15m
2 stops
$273Southwest
Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Oct 28
United Airlines Logo
1:13 pm - 9:37 pm
SMF
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MSY
6h 24m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
2:46 pm - 9:42 pm
MSY
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SMF
8h 56m
1 stop
$289United Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Thu, Oct 15
Frontier Logo
11:25 am - 9:03 pm
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MSY
7h 38m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:48 pm - 10:35 am
MSY
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SMF
14h 47m
1 stop
$293Frontier
Fri, Jul 31 - Thu, Aug 6
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8:08 pm - 5:04 am
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MSY
30h 56m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:05 pm - 4:15 pm
MSY
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SMF
22h 10m
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$321Multiple Airlines
Tue, Aug 11 - Mon, Aug 17
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7:15 pm - 5:10 am
SMF
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MSY
7h 55m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:30 pm - 12:34 pm
MSY
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SMF
18h 04m
1 stop
$325Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
Frontier Logo
11:25 am - 9:03 pm
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MSY
7h 38m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:48 pm - 10:35 am
MSY
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SMF
14h 47m
1 stop
$328Frontier
Fri, Jul 31 - Sun, Aug 9
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7:15 pm - 5:00 am
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MSY
7h 45m
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Multiple Airlines Logo
8:05 pm - 6:32 pm
MSY
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SMF
24h 27m
1 stop
$349Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 16
Delta Logo
11:10 am - 12:05 am
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MSY
10h 55m
2 stops
Delta Logo
10:40 am - 7:30 pm
MSY
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10h 50m
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$350Delta
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28

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Frontier flights from Sacramento to New Orleans

Our best Frontier deals on Sacramento to New Orleans flight tickets
Frontier
Jul 31
SMF11:25 amSacramento Intl
7h 38m
1 stop
MSY9:03 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Aug 6
MSY9:48 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
14h 47m
1 stop
SMF10:35 amSacramento Intl
$293
Frontier
Jul 31
SMF11:25 amSacramento Intl
7h 38m
1 stop
MSY9:03 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Aug 9
MSY9:48 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
14h 47m
1 stop
SMF10:35 amSacramento Intl
$328
Frontier
Sep 18
SMF11:52 amSacramento Intl
24h 48m
1 stop
MSY2:40 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sep 21
MSY1:22 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 41m
1 stop
SMF7:03 pmSacramento Intl
$353

Delta flights from Sacramento to New Orleans

Our best Delta deals on Sacramento to New Orleans flight tickets
Delta
Oct 24
SMF11:10 amSacramento Intl
10h 55m
2 stops
MSY12:05 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Oct 28
MSY10:40 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
10h 50m
2 stops
SMF7:30 pmSacramento Intl
$350
Delta
Jul 28
SMF11:17 amSacramento Intl
8h 34m
1 stop
MSY9:51 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Aug 4
MSY2:09 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
10h 31m
2 stops
SMF10:40 pmSacramento Intl
$351
Delta
Oct 24
SMF11:10 amSacramento Intl
10h 55m
2 stops
MSY12:05 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Oct 28
MSY7:15 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 52m
1 stop
SMF2:07 pmSacramento Intl
$368

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento to New Orleans 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 June 16, 2026.
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SacramentoNew Orleans

SMF - MSY

SMFMSY

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/27

8:05 am-5:50 pm

1 stop7h 45m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 10/28

5:15 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$258

SacramentoNew Orleans

SMF - MSY

SMFMSY

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/27

7:15 am-5:50 pm

2 stops8h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 10/28

5:15 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$263

SacramentoNew Orleans

SMF - MSY

SMFMSY

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/27

7:15 am-5:50 pm

2 stops8h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 10/28

7:35 am-3:50 pm

2 stops10h 15m

$273

SacramentoNew Orleans

SMF - MSY

SMFMSY

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/6

1:13 pm-9:37 pm

1 stop6h 24m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/15

2:46 pm-9:42 pm

1 stop8h 56m

$289

SacramentoNew Orleans

SMF - MSY

SMFMSY

Sacramento Intl

Fri 7/31

11:25 am-9:03 pm

1 stop7h 38m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 8/6

9:48 pm-10:35 am

1 stop14h 47m

$293

SacramentoNew Orleans

SMF - MSY

SMFMSY

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/11

8:08 pm-5:04 am

2 stops30h 56m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 8/17

8:05 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop22h 10m

$321

SacramentoNew Orleans

SMF - MSY

SMFMSY

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/24

7:15 pm-5:10 am

1 stop7h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 10/28

8:30 pm-12:34 pm

1 stop18h 04m

$325

SacramentoNew Orleans

SMF - MSY

SMFMSY

Sacramento Intl

Fri 7/31

11:25 am-9:03 pm

1 stop7h 38m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 8/9

9:48 pm-10:35 am

1 stop14h 47m

$328

SacramentoNew Orleans

SMF - MSY

SMFMSY

Sacramento Intl

Mon 11/9

7:15 pm-5:00 am

1 stop7h 45m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 11/16

8:05 pm-6:32 pm

1 stop24h 27m

$349

SacramentoNew Orleans

SMF - MSY

SMFMSY

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/24

11:10 am-12:05 am

2 stops10h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 10/28

10:40 am-7:30 pm

2 stops10h 50m

$350

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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 $366, 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 October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $384.

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 $394. 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 $541.

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 $485 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 $433 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 $369 on momondo.

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

As of June 2026, prices for Sacramento to New Orleans flights are approximately 9% cheaper 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 55m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Sacramento to New Orleans takes 5h 55m
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 55m 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?

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Best airlines flying from Sacramento to New Orleans

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DeltaPriceFrom $219Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,403 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $258Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,843 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $272Free CancellationRating
7.1
2,981 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $276Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,667 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $280Free CancellationRating
7.9
4,237 reviews
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