Travelling from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is 4 hours 40 minutes.
San Francisco's timezone is UTC-7, making San Francisco two hours behind New Orleans.
Each week, there are 23 Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights. To get going early, jump on the 06:20 United Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 20:03 with United Airlines.
Your MSY to SFO flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as October, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
United Airlines has direct flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in San Francisco — and maybe even more of United States if your schedule allows.
United Airlines tops the list for bookings on this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers MSY to SFO flights is United Airlines. Its services arrive without delay 75.76% of the time.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between MSY and SFO include:
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
How to find the cheapest flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Currently, Rs29,428 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs58,384. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from MSY to SFO, reserve your trip seven months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
You'll find MSY at 900 Airline Highway.
81.19% of flights departing from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport touch down at their destination on time. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of MSY.
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is around 24 kilometres from central New Orleans. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near MSY:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Follow your own route with a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and see more of San Francisco and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport to the centre of San Francisco has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The quietest month for a flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to San Francisco based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 22ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from MSY to SFO in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC and 16ºC on average.
Explore more of United States
San Jose is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen San Francisco. Around 64 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
Fresno is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. No trip is complete without a visit to Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.