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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to San Francisco International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $408. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

San Francisco.$408 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct, returning Mon, 26 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $408, select.

San Francisco.$409 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov, returning Thu, 12 Nov.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $409, select.

San Francisco.$437 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Dec, returning Wed, 16 Dec.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 16 Dec, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $437, select.

San Francisco.$451 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Oct, returning Sat, 7 Nov.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $451, select.

San Francisco.$453 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Feb, returning Sat, 27 Feb.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Wed, 24 Feb, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 27 Feb, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $453, select.

San Francisco.$467 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Dec, returning Mon, 25 Jan.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 25 Jan, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $467, select.

San Francisco.$481 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Jan, returning Mon, 25 Jan.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 25 Jan, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $481, select.

San Francisco.$548 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Jan, returning Wed, 3 Feb.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Wed, 27 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 3 Feb, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $548, select.

San Francisco.$635 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Aug, returning Mon, 9 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Thu, 5 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 9 Aug, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $635, select.

San Francisco.$642 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $642, select.

San Francisco.$652 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Apr, returning Sat, 24 Apr.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Fri, 16 Apr, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 24 Apr, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $652, select.

San Francisco.$655 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Jan, returning Tue, 26 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Tue, 12 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 26 Jan, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $655, select.

San Francisco.$655 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Oct, returning Mon, 19 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $655, select.

San Francisco.$656 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Nov, returning Sun, 15 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Fri, 13 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $656, select.

San Francisco.$659 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct, returning Mon, 2 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $659, select.

San Francisco.$659 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Dec, returning Mon, 4 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Mon, 21 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $659, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to San Francisco International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New Orleans Louis Armstrong to San Francisco International flights are currently cheapest in October.

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New Orleans to San Francisco: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$408
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	4 hrs, 53 mins
Most popular airline	United
Average flights per week	42

Finding cheap flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to San Francisco International: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to San Francisco International?

The best price we found for a return flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to San Francisco International is $408. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to San Francisco International?

4 hours and 53 minutes is the average flight time from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to San Francisco International.

Which airlines fly direct from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to San Francisco International?

United, Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia fly direct from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to San Francisco International.

How many flights are there a week from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to San Francisco International?

As of September 2026, there are 42 flights per week flying from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to San Francisco International.

When is the cheapest time to fly from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to San Francisco International?

The cheapest month to fly from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to San Francisco International is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to San Francisco International Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to San Francisco International Airport on Monday, 19 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to San Francisco International Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 53 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to San Francisco International?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Francisco International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to San Francisco?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Francisco is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to San Francisco International with?

Currently, Frontier Airlines and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to San Francisco International.

Travelling from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know

Around 4 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-8, which is two hours behind New Orleans.
You can choose from 11 weekly New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights. The 06:20 departure with United Airlines is the earliest available. United Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 19:20.
Your MSY to SFO flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak month like April? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
United offers direct flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in San Francisco — and maybe even more of the United States if your schedule allows.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is United.
United is the most punctual carrier operating MSY to SFO flights. An impressive 82.5% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to San Francisco International Airport. These are the top stopovers between MSY and SFO:
- Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
- Harry Reid International Airport
- Austin-Bergstrom Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

$205 is currently the lowest price for a one-way New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Return flights start from $408. These prices may change based on demand.
Get cheap tickets from MSY to SFO by booking at least one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Landing cheap flights from MSY to SFO is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to San Francisco International Airport.

Handy information about New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)

MSY is located at 900 Airline Highway.
When it comes to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central New Orleans to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to MSY? If you've booked an early flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to San Francisco International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

If you're getting in on a late New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near SFO:
Grab a San Francisco International Airport rental car and explore San Francisco and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport about one week before your trip.

Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco

San Francisco International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from the centre of San Francisco. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

July is the most popular month for flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to San Francisco International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to San Francisco in March.
When reserving your flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to San Francisco International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 24ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 5ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MSY to SFO sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of the United States

San Jose is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen San Francisco. Around 64 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, Fresno is another favourite stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.