MSY (New Orleans) to SFO (San Francisco) flights arrive on time 75% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 75%. The average delay is 82 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.MSY → SFO
MSY (New Orleans) to SFO (San Francisco)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 75% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
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Departing from MSY
79% on timeTSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
MSY cancels 2.2% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at SFO
80% on timeWhen flights into SFO are late, the average delay is 67 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at SFO: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.