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Cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to New Orleans

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available at the end of November. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.

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Airlines that fly from San Francisco to New Orleans

Spirit Airlines

Distance: 3,094 km

San Francisco airports

San Francisco International Airport (SFO)How far from city centre: 18 km

New Orleans airports

Book your flight from San Francisco to New Orleans

Find direct and indirect flights from San Francisco to New Orleans (United States) with eDreams. Once you have your results, sort them by schedule or price and book the option that best suits your plans.

The lowest fare booked on this route in recent days was €90, though the price you see will depend on your travel dates and departure times.

A direct flight from San Francisco to New Orleans takes around 5 h and 25 m, while indirect flights will take longer.

Airports and airlines connecting San Francisco and New Orleans

Knowing where you set off from and where you arrive helps you organise your journey better. Consider the available airports and compare the different airlines operating on this route.

Departure airport: San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

Weather in New Orleans

The best time to visit may depend on your preferred climate. In New Orleans, the average temperature floats around 32ºC in the warmest months and 9ºC in the coldest ones. Keep this in mind when packing and planning any outdoor activities.

Highs: up to 33ºC
Lows: down to 8ºC
Hottest month: August
Coldest month: January
Driest month: October
Wettest month: June

How to save when flying from San Francisco to New Orleans

A few tips for finding cheaper flights from San Francisco to New Orleans:

Flexible dates: compare fares for two or three different departure days. Leaving a day earlier or later can make a noticeable difference to the price.
Baggage allowance: check what each fare includes before you book, so you aren't caught out by extra charges at the airport.
Airports on your route: confirm which airports you depart from and land at, especially if the city has more than one. This will help you plan your transfer and work out the total cost of getting around.

Looking for a bigger saving? Book a Flight + Hotel package to combine both in one booking and unlock exclusive discounts on your stay in New Orleans. You can also save on a hire car by including it with your booking.

Frequently asked questions about flights from San Francisco to New Orleans

On average, what is the price of a San Francisco to New Orleans flight?

When flying from San Francisco to New Orleans the average price will be €234. However, this price is dependant on several other factors like seasonality or the time in advance taken when booking the route.

For flights from San Francisco to New Orleans, how can I find the cheapest price?

On eDreams we use machine learning to find the most economical flight between San Francisco and New Orleans. By taking into account the combinations of airlines, stopovers, direct flights as well as the various criteria for the journeys, our search engine allows us to offer our customers the best price under the best conditions.

When booking, when is the best time to do so in order to get the best prices for San Francisco to New Orleans flights?

The most popular month for flights from San Francisco to New Orleans are: July, September and December.

When is the best time to travel from San Francisco to New Orleans?

A good period of the year to visit New Orleans from San Francisco really depends on lots of personal preferences, price being one of the main criteria When it comes to popularity, October is the best month to fly to New Orleans from San Francisco, basedd on searches from our customers, followed by August and June. If you prefer to avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds May, December and November are the months with fewer searches for the route San Francisco - New Orleans.

What is the duration of a flight from San Francisco to New Orleans?

Flight time, on average, from San Francisco to New Orleans is usually 5 h and 29 m on average, at an average distance of 3,093.66 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

What is the weather like in New Orleans compared to San Francisco?

The average temperature in San Francisco is 17º degrees in summer. New Orleans reaches 29º during the hot season. In winter, however, temperatures are around 13º degrees in New Orleans, compared to the 11º average degrees in San Francisco.

What airlines fly from San Francisco to New Orleans?

American Airlines

Frontier Airlines
Frontier Airlines

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