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What is the cheapest month to fly to New Orleans?
The cheapest month to fly to New Orleans from San Diego is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $306, 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 January, then departing from San Diego during the month August is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $317.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New Orleans?
The cheapest day to depart from San Diego to New Orleans is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $446. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from San Diego to New Orleans for around $543.
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 $369. At noon is when there is more demand to fly to New Orleans, so prices are often more expensive at around $479 per ticket.
What is the cheapest San Diego to New Orleans Louis Armstrong flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to New Orleans?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New Orleans from San Diego when booking 3 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New Orleans for around $376 when searching 3 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New Orleans from San Diego for as low as $327 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on San Diego to New Orleans Louis Armstrong flights?
There are 1 cabin classes available to choose from on San Diego to New Orleans Louis Armstrong flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Diego to New Orleans Louis Armstrong?
Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Air, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from San Diego to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
What airlines fly to New Orleans?
American Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to New Orleans from San Diego according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to New Orleans. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to New Orleans on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from San Diego to New Orleans on average per day?
As of June 2025, there are 1 flights per day flying from San Diego to New Orleans. The most common time of day flights depart is 8:00AM, with 54% of flights taking off at noon.
How many flights depart from San Diego to New Orleans on average per week?
As of June 2025, there are 11 flights per week flying from San Diego to New Orleans. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 27% of flights taking off on this day.
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How far is San Diego to New Orleans Louis Armstrong by plane?
New Orleans Louis Armstrong is 1604.4 mi away from San Diego. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 3h 45m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport?
Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport?
As of June 2025, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from San Diego Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego 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 San Diego Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from San Diego to New Orleans?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between San Diego and New Orleans, the leading plane model is Boeing 737-700 Passenger/BBJ1 (winglets), making up 43.70% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) with 16.30%, Boeing 737-900 Passenger/BBJ3 (winglets) with 15.56%, and Boeing 737 with 13.33%.
What is the most popular airline from San Diego to New Orleans?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from San Diego to New Orleans is American Airlines (28% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are United Airlines (25%), Southwest (22%), and Delta (11%).
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| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $108 | Free Cancellation | Rating 5.9 3,295 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $131 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 8,052 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $246 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 7,950 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $246 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,790 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $246 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $317 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 4,287 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $367 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 10,000 reviews |
Southwest Flights From San Diego to New Orleans
Southwest flight deals from San Diego to New Orleans start from $317 round-trip. Over the 11 Southwest flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $494 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.
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To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to New Orleans from San Diego.
Can I find flights from San Diego to New Orleans with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to New Orleans from San Diego with this policy.
How can momondo help me find flights from San Diego to New Orleans?
Once all potential San Diego to New Orleans flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.
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