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Cheapest round-trip
$288
Typical prices: $371-$533
Frontier
Wed 9/26Fri 9/28
SMF - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$162
Typical prices: $213-$334
Frontier
Mon 10/1
SMF - MSY • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Sacramento and New Orleans. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
20 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 46% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 18% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Portland (PDX)
Cheapest • Avg $331 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 6h 01m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to New Orleans (SMF-MSY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Sacramento to New Orleans

Sat, Sep 26 - Mon, Sep 28
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11:53 am - 9:53 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
20h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
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9:00 pm - 5:28 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SMF Sacramento Intl
22h 28m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$288Frontier
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19
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6:29 pm - 9:22 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
24h 53m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:07 pm - 5:33 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SMF Sacramento Intl
21h 26m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$288Frontier
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
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11:59 am - 4:13 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
26h 14m2 stops Denver Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
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8:25 pm - 5:34 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SMF Sacramento Intl
23h 09m1 stop Los Angeles
$325Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Thu, Oct 22
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3:08 pm - 5:00 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
11h 52m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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5:25 pm - 10:57 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SMF Sacramento Intl
19h 32m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Denver Intl
$330Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
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2:30 pm - 9:50 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 20m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
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3:00 pm - 7:10 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SMF Sacramento Intl
6h 10m1 stop Los Angeles
$372Southwest
Sat, Oct 17 - Tue, Oct 20
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12:45 pm - 11:00 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 15m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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3:00 pm - 7:10 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SMF Sacramento Intl
6h 10m1 stop Los Angeles
$372Southwest
Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17
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7:00 am - 4:53 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 53m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:15 am - 3:12 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 57m1 stop Denver Intl
$377United Airlines
Tue, Sep 22 - Wed, Sep 23
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11:22 am - 9:25 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 03m1 stop Los Angeles
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8:04 am - 1:34 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 30m1 stop Los Angeles
$377Delta
Wed, Feb 24 - Mon, Mar 1
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2:15 pm - 12:05 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 50m1 stop Los Angeles
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7:15 am - 2:07 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 52m1 stop Los Angeles
$377Delta
Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17
United Airlines Logo
7:41 am - 5:48 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 07m2 stops Los Angeles Houston George Bush Intcntl
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2:12 pm - 9:00 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 48m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl
$387United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Sacramento to New Orleans flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Sacramento to New Orleans with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Sacramento to New Orleans?

Round-trip flights from Sacramento to New Orleans start at $288. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $371 to $533. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $288 on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to New Orleans?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to New Orleans, it is 4% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 14% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to New Orleans?

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to New Orleans at $361 round-trip.
  • August ($517) and June ($488) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 43% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Sacramento to New Orleans the cheapest?

Flights from Sacramento to New Orleans are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 46% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Sacramento to New Orleans flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$162
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 8% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
Flight from Sacramento to New Orleans

When to book flights from Sacramento to New Orleans

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sacramento to New Orleans based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Sacramento to New Orleans flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Does Sacramento International Airport (SMF) offer parking facilities?

    You can fly from Sacramento to New Orleans anxiety-free with the knowledge that your automobile is secure. SMF features on-site and off-site parking lots close to the airport terminals. The Hourly Parking Lot in Terminal B is ideal for brief stays. The Daily Parking Lot, before the door to the car park at Airport Boulevard, is connected to Terminals A and B via a pedestrian bridge. The East and West Economy Lots are further from the airports and offer lower parking prices. The Daily and Economy lots have airport shuttles as well.

  • Does SMF offer services for passengers with disabilities?

    SMF intends to provide universally accessible services for the convenience of its guests. Many accessibility facilities, including visual paging, braille signs, and TDD telephones, are available throughout the terminals. Additionally, special needs guests are afforded lift-equipped shuttles and disabled parking lots. For wheelchair and baggage assistance, be sure to notify your airline while reserving your Sacramento to New Orleans ticket.

  • Where is the waiting area for arriving passengers at MSY?

    MSY has a lot at the junction at the end of Hollande Street. You cannot wait for arriving passengers curbside at the terminal buildings, but the mobile lot works well, and you can wait for arriving passengers for up to an hour at the lot.

  • What are the eco-friendliest airlines plying the route from Sacramento to New Orleans?

    Flights from Sacramento to New Orleans with a single stop are the cheapest and eco-friendliest compared to those with two layovers. Flights on this route release approximately 850 kg of carbon per individual, with airlines Frontier and Southwest being the eco-friendliest. These release 45% and 38% less carbon, respectively.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Sacramento to New Orleans?

    Flights from Sacramento to New Orleans usually depart from Sacramento Intl (SMF) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Sacramento to New Orleans?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Sacramento to New Orleans:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Sacramento to New Orleans?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Sacramento to New Orleans pass through?

    One-stop flights from Sacramento to New Orleans most commonly connect through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 9% of one-stop connections

    Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sacramento to New Orleans?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 16% on the Sacramento to New Orleans route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $427 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $506, a difference of $79. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in New Orleans?

    Some of the most popular sights in New Orleans are Bourbon Street, New Orleans Morial Convention Center and Caesars Superdome. These are among the most viewed places in New Orleans on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Sacramento to New Orleans flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 47% above the route average of $442. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Sacramento to New Orleans?

    A nonstop flight from Sacramento to New Orleans takes 0h 00m, covering 1,874 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Sacramento to New Orleans?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Sacramento to New Orleans changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $288 to $2,364. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Sacramento to New Orleans looking right now?

    One-way fares from Sacramento to New Orleans are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $185, which is 28% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Sacramento to New Orleans?

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 01m, compared with 6h 15m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 6h 15m via Dallas Love Field (DAL).

  • What is the time difference between Sacramento and New Orleans?

    New Orleans is 2 hours ahead of Sacramento (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Dollar
    · Priceless
    · Hertz
    · Thrifty
    · Budget

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Sacramento to New Orleans flight?

    Round-trip flights from Sacramento to New Orleans range from $371 to $533, with an average of $442 over the past 12 months. Anything below $371 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Sacramento to New Orleans flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $427 - about $79 less than Sunday (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 46% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sacramento to New Orleans trip for September. Fares historically average $361 round-trip in that month - typically $156 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • Sacramento International Airport (SMF) hosts a Massage Bar at Terminal B, airside. Passengers who would like to ease their knotted muscles before heading to New Orleans can stop at the Massage Bar for spa treatments targeting your face, back, feet, or arms.
  • Escape the airport mayhem in Sacramento International Airport lounges. The airport boasts two Escape lounges, one at Gate 1 and one near security control, both of which require a lounge pass to enter. The lounges are a good place to catch up with your new read, and the Wi-Fi connectivity at the airport helps you keep in touch with current issues.
  • For those looking for business services at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), there's a business center in the ticket lobby next to the post office. They offer several services, including Wire transfers, faxing, and copying services.
  • Airport maneuvering can be a daunting task if you have luggage. Guests wishing to feast their eyes on MSY’s stores and eateries can stow their luggage at the Baggage Storage kiosk close to Baggage Claims 5 and 6. Rush it Courier operates a VIP Baggage Check Service for bulkier bags.
  • If you want to catch a shut eye after your trip to New Orleans, head to Comfort Inn and Suites New Orleans Airport North, a short distance from MSY. The hotel also has airport shuttles.

Everything you need to know for your flight from Sacramento to New Orleans

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Sacramento (SMF)
New Orleans (MSY)