$178 Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara (SBA) to New Orleans (MSY)

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This Weekend's Flight Deals from Santa Barbara to New Orleans

This weekend's flight prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sun, Nov 3 - Wed, Nov 13
SBA
Santa Barbara Municipal
MSY
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
$589 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$589
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sun, Nov 3 from Santa Barbara Municipal to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl., returning Wed, Nov 13, priced at $589 found 6 days ago

Airfares from $178 One Way, $356 Round Trip from Santa Barbara to New Orleans

Prices starting at $356 for return flights and $178 for one-way flights to New Orleans were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Wed, Dec 25 - Tue, Dec 31
SBA
Santa Barbara
MSY
New Orleans
$356 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$356
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Dec 25 from Santa Barbara to New Orleans, returning Tue, Dec 31, priced at $356 found 1 day ago
Wed, Dec 25 - Sat, Jan 4
SBA
Santa Barbara
MSY
New Orleans
$366 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$366
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Dec 25 from Santa Barbara to New Orleans, returning Sat, Jan 4, priced at $366 found 1 day ago
Sun, Dec 22 - Tue, Dec 31
SBA
Santa Barbara
MSY
New Orleans
$391 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$391
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sun, Dec 22 from Santa Barbara to New Orleans, returning Tue, Dec 31, priced at $391 found 1 day ago
Tue, Dec 24 - Tue, Dec 31
SBA
Santa Barbara
MSY
New Orleans
$397 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$397
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Dec 24 from Santa Barbara to New Orleans, returning Tue, Dec 31, priced at $397 found 1 day ago
Sun, Dec 22 - Sat, Jan 4
SBA
Santa Barbara
MSY
New Orleans
$401 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$401
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sun, Dec 22 from Santa Barbara to New Orleans, returning Sat, Jan 4, priced at $401 found 1 day ago

More About Flying To New Orleans from Santa Barbara

Route Information for Flights from Santa Barbara to New Orleans

Origin Airport IATA Code
SBA
Destination Airport IATA Code
MSY
Distance
Direct Flight Airlines
Earliest Flight Arrival
Latest Flight Arrival

Plan Your Trip from Santa Barbara to New Orleans

Santa Barbara Airport Information

Orbitz.com can help you find flights from Santa Barbara, CA, for your next trip. The Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is located at 500 Fowler Road, about seven miles from downtown. Alaska, American, Frontier, US Airways and United provide domestic and international flights, and a new terminal was opened at the airport in August 2011.

Airport Parking Fees

The airport offers both short- and long-term parking. Fees are $2 for the first hour and $1 for each additional hour, with a daily maximum of $9 to $12. All major credit cards are accepted. Parking lot 2 has free shuttle service to the terminal 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Ground Transportation Information

If you would prefer not to leave your car at the airport, metered taxis are available. Fares vary among different taxi companies. Bus rides cost $1.75 per trip; a bus stop is located on Moffett Road across from the terminal. Let Orbitz.com help you find budget air travel and ground transportation.

Santa Barbara Airport Restaurants

Costa Terraza Restaurant & Tapas Bar is located on the second floor for ticketed passengers who want to grab a bite to eat while waiting. On the first floor, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf snack bar is available outside the security area. The airport also has a gift shop. While waiting to depart, look to Orbitz.com to find flights from Santa Barbara for your next trip.

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport

Use Orbitz.com to help you find cheap flights to New Orleans. Louis Armstrong International Airport is the major airport that serves the city. It is located 10 miles west of downtown New Orleans in the city of Kenner, Louisiana. The airport services over 8.5 million passengers each year. Louis Armstrong International Airport is a hub for American Airlines, JetBlue, Delta, and Southwest Airlines. To get low fares, use Orbitz.com when booking a flight to New Orleans.

Transportation at Louis Armstrong International Airport

Louis Armstrong International Airport has several transportation and parking options for visitors. The airport offers over 3,000 parking spaces for both short-term and long-term parking. Rates for short-term parking start at $2 an hour, and long-term parking prices are as low as $13 a day. Ground transportation includes airport shuttles, Amtrak, taxis, and public transportation. Taxi cabs from the airport to the city's center usually charge a flat rate of $33 per person.

Weather in New Orleans

New Orleans generally has a subtropical climate. Winters are usually very cool, with temperatures averaging 50 degrees. Pack light sweaters and coats. Spring and fall tend to be pleasant, with temperatures averaging 79 degrees. Summers can get very hot and humid, with temperatures reaching as high as 95 degrees. Be alert when travelling to New Orleans during hurricane season, which lasts from August to November.

Popular Attractions in New Orleans

New Orleans is home to a plethora of tourist attractions. Visitors to the city can tour the historic French Quarter and Garden District, which both offer sightseeing tours, as well as fantastic shopping. Audubon Park is another popular attraction. Its lush greenery stretches across Uptown New Orleans, right across the street from Tulane and Loyola Universities. If you are visiting during Mardi Gras season, which starts in February, you can watch a variety of parades traveling from Uptown New Orleans to the French Quarter. You can book cheap flights to New Orleans with the help of Orbitz.com.

Frequently asked questions

What is the shortest flight from Santa Barbara to New Orleans?
The quickest flight time from Santa Barbara to New Orleans is 4 hours and 35 minutes, which gives you more than enough time to enjoy a drink or get carried away with a good book.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won’t keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

Fare, taxes & fees: Fares include all taxes and fees, except baggage fees. Rates shown reflect fares found by other Orbitz users over the past 7 days. Due to rapidly changing airline prices & seat availability, these fares may no longer be available.

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Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.