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Cheap flights from Sacramento to New Orleans from $86

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5:12 pm - 5:21 amSMF-MSY
10h 09m1 stop
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10:46 am - 4:15 pmMSY-SMF
7h 29m1 stop
$160Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 22
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5:12 pm - 5:21 amSMF-MSY
10h 09m1 stop
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10:46 am - 4:15 pmMSY-SMF
7h 29m1 stop
$180Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 21
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6:30 am - 8:50 pmSMF-MSY
12h 20m1 stop
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7:45 am - 8:38 amMSY-SMF
26h 53m1 stop
$183Spirit Airlines
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Fri, Sep 5 - Mon, Sep 8
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9:33 am - 8:50 pmSMF-MSY
9h 17m1 stop
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9:42 pm - 4:15 pmMSY-SMF
20h 33m1 stop
$185Spirit Airlines
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Thu, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 6
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5:12 pm - 5:21 amSMF-MSY
10h 09m1 stop
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9:42 pm - 4:15 pmMSY-SMF
20h 33m1 stop
$187Spirit Airlines
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Thu, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 27
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9:33 am - 9:06 pmSMF-MSY
33h 33m2 stops
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7:45 am - 8:38 amMSY-SMF
26h 53m1 stop
$191Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Sep 16 - Mon, Sep 22
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5:12 pm - 5:21 amSMF-MSY
10h 09m1 stop
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5:00 am - 2:26 pmMSY-SMF
11h 26m1 stop
$192
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Wed, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 2
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5:12 pm - 5:21 amSMF-MSY
10h 09m1 stop
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5:00 am - 2:26 pmMSY-SMF
11h 26m1 stop
$193
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Thu, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 2
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9:33 am - 8:50 pmSMF-MSY
9h 17m1 stop
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7:45 am - 9:41 pmMSY-SMF
15h 56m1 stop
$195Spirit Airlines
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Fri, Sep 5 - Thu, Sep 11
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2:32 pm - 10:48 pmSMF-MSY
6h 16m1 stop
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6:10 pm - 10:59 pmMSY-SMF
6h 49m1 stop
$240American Airlines
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Spirit Airlines flights from Sacramento to New Orleans

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Spirit Airlines
Oct 15
SMF5:12 pmSacramento Intl
10h 09m
1 stop
MSY5:21 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Oct 22
MSY10:46 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 29m
1 stop
SMF4:15 pmSacramento Intl
$160
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Spirit Airlines
Oct 7
SMF5:12 pmSacramento Intl
10h 09m
1 stop
MSY5:21 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Oct 21
MSY10:46 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 29m
1 stop
SMF4:15 pmSacramento Intl
$180
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Spirit Airlines
Sep 5
SMF6:30 amSacramento Intl
12h 20m
1 stop
MSY8:50 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sep 8
MSY7:45 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
26h 53m
1 stop
SMF8:38 amSacramento Intl
$183
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American Airlines flights from Sacramento to New Orleans

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American Airlines
Sep 30
SMF2:32 pmSacramento Intl
6h 16m
1 stop
MSY10:48 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Oct 7
MSY6:10 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 49m
1 stop
SMF10:59 pmSacramento Intl
$240
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American Airlines
Aug 29
SMF11:55 pmSacramento Intl
8h 23m
1 stop
MSY10:18 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Aug 31
MSY6:15 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 27m
1 stop
SMF10:42 pmSacramento Intl
$475
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American Airlines
Aug 23
SMF7:04 amSacramento Intl
8h 19m
1 stop
MSY5:23 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Aug 31
MSY7:16 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
10h 22m
2 stops
SMF3:38 pmSacramento Intl
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SacramentoNew Orleans

SMF - MSY

SMFMSY

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/15

5:12 pm-5:21 am

1 stop10h 09m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 10/22

10:46 am-4:15 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$160

SacramentoNew Orleans

SMF - MSY

SMFMSY

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/7

5:12 pm-5:21 am

1 stop10h 09m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 10/21

10:46 am-4:15 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$180

SacramentoNew Orleans

SMF - MSY

SMFMSY

Sacramento Intl

Fri 9/5

6:30 am-8:50 pm

1 stop12h 20m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/8

7:45 am-8:38 am

1 stop26h 53m

$183

SacramentoNew Orleans

SMF - MSY

SMFMSY

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/2

9:33 am-8:50 pm

1 stop9h 17m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 10/6

9:42 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop20h 33m

$185

SacramentoNew Orleans

SMF - MSY

SMFMSY

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/23

5:12 pm-5:21 am

1 stop10h 09m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 10/27

9:42 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop20h 33m

$187

SacramentoNew Orleans

SMF - MSY

SMFMSY

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/16

9:33 am-9:06 pm

2 stops33h 33m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/22

7:45 am-8:38 am

1 stop26h 53m

$191

SacramentoNew Orleans

SMF - MSY

SMFMSY

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/29

5:12 pm-5:21 am

1 stop10h 09m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 11/2

5:00 am-2:26 pm

1 stop11h 26m

$192

SacramentoNew Orleans

SMF - MSY

SMFMSY

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/30

5:12 pm-5:21 am

1 stop10h 09m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 11/2

5:00 am-2:26 pm

1 stop11h 26m

$193

SacramentoNew Orleans

SMF - MSY

SMFMSY

Sacramento Intl

Fri 9/5

9:33 am-8:50 pm

1 stop9h 17m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 9/11

7:45 am-9:41 pm

1 stop15h 56m

$195

SacramentoNew Orleans

SMF - MSY

SMFMSY

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/30

2:32 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop6h 16m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 10/7

6:10 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$240

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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 January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $362.

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 Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $499. 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 $604.

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 in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $520. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to New Orleans, so prices are often more expensive at around $565 per ticket.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 $419 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 $315 on momondo.

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

As of August 2025, prices for Sacramento to New Orleans flights are approximately 43% 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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Best Price Found

$86

Fastest flight time

5h 31m

Direct flights

None

Airports in New Orleans

1 airport
The best one-way flight to New Orleans from Sacramento in the past 72 hours is $86. The best round-trip flight deal from Sacramento to New Orleans found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $160.
The fastest flight from Sacramento to New Orleans takes 5h 31m
There are no direct flights from Sacramento to New Orleans. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Sacramento Intl Airport - New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport.
There is 1 airport near New Orleans: New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY)
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  • 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. 6h 16m 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 airline from Sacramento to New Orleans?

Best airlines flying from Sacramento to New Orleans

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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $165Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,040 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $276Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $279Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,986 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $302Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,246 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $306Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,919 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From Sacramento to New Orleans

    Southwest flight deals from Sacramento to New Orleans start from $302 round-trip. Over the 3 Southwest flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $436 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

Traveling to a place near New Orleans?

Book flights to New Orleans if you plan to visit one of these locations
Metairie
Hammond
Houma
Slidell
Kenner
Covington
Gonzales
Gretna
Thibodaux
Lockport
Springfield

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Can I find flights from Sacramento to New Orleans with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to New Orleans from Sacramento which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to New Orleans from Sacramento.

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