District of Columbia

$81+ Cheap flights from Louisiana to District of Columbia

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — IAD
Jan 15 — Jan 221
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Cheap flight deals from Louisiana to District of Columbia

Cheapest flights from Louisiana to District of Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Louisiana to District of Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 16, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/245:00 pmMSY - IAD
1 stop17h 38mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/15:35 amIAD - MSY
1 stop16h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$214
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/295:05 amMSY - IAD
2 stops9h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/317:01 pmIAD - MSY
1 stop26h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$237
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2410:18 amMSY - DCA
Nonstop2h 25mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/13:10 pmDCA - MSY
Nonstop3h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$249
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/218:14 amMSY - IAD
1 stop11h 49mFrontier
Thu 1/15:35 amIAD - MSY
1 stop11h 52mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$263
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/241:02 pmMSY - DCA
1 stop6h 30mDelta
Thu 1/15:42 pmDCA - MSY
1 stop5h 11mDelta
Deal found 12/15$269
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/227:00 amMSY - DCA
1 stop6h 59mJetBlue
Thu 1/14:00 pmDCA - MSY
1 stop6h 20mJetBlue
Deal found 12/15$277
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/241:07 pmSHV - DCA
1 stop7h 03mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/306:30 amDCA - SHV
1 stop7h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$296
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/235:05 pmMSY - IAD
1 stop17h 33mFrontier
Sat 12/277:11 pmIAD - MSY
1 stop22h 16mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$298
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/237:00 amMSY - DCA
1 stop6h 59mJetBlue
Fri 1/24:00 pmDCA - MSY
1 stop6h 25mJetBlue
Deal found 12/15$301
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/197:00 amMSY - DCA
1 stop6h 59mJetBlue
Thu 1/14:00 pmDCA - MSY
1 stop6h 20mJetBlue
Deal found 12/16$307
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/297:00 amMSY - DCA
1 stop6h 59mJetBlue
Sun 1/187:00 amDCA - MSY
1 stop8h 54mJetBlue
Deal found 12/15$310
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/313:46 pmBTR - DCA
1 stop6h 10mDelta
Thu 1/16:00 amDCA - BTR
1 stop4h 49mDelta
Deal found 12/16$321

Find flight deals from Louisiana to District of Columbia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Louisiana to District of Columbia flight deals. Data was last updated December 16, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$175
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$81
(Frontier)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$313

Good round-trip deal

$303 or less

Good one-way deal

$184 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for New Orleans Louis Armstrong-Washington, D.C. (WAS) flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for New Orleans Louis Armstrong-Washington, D.C. (WAS) flights.
From Louisiana to District of Columbia
One-way flight from Louisiana to District of Columbia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($38 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Louisiana to District of Columbia.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Louisiana to District of Columbia.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Louisiana to District of Columbia that are best for you.

Fly from

Louisiana

Fly to

District of Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - DCA

MSYDCA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 2/5

7:33 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop25h 26m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 2/8

10:00 am-3:30 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$193

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - DCA

MSYDCA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 1/9

6:01 pm-1:01 pm

1 stop18h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 1/12

8:01 am-5:00 pm

1 stop9h 59m

$197

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - DCA

MSYDCA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 1/17

7:00 am-7:53 pm

1 stop11h 53m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/18

7:00 am-2:54 pm

1 stop8h 54m

$224

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - DCA

MSYDCA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 1/13

4:35 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 1/20

11:45 am-1:45 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$231

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - DCA

MSYDCA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 3/5

4:23 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop5h 08m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 3/9

3:59 pm-9:12 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$233

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - DCA

MSYDCA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 3/6

4:23 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop5h 08m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 3/9

3:59 pm-9:12 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$233

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - DCA

MSYDCA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 1/17

3:35 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/18

7:55 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$240

AlexandriaWashington, D.C.

AEX - IAD

AEXIAD

Alexandria

Wed 1/28

2:23 pm-9:17 pm

1 stop5h 54m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 2/1

5:26 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$244

LafayetteWashington, D.C.

LFT - IAD

LFTIAD

Lafayette Regional

Thu 1/15

11:21 am-5:17 pm

1 stop4h 56m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/19

6:00 am-10:41 am

1 stop5h 41m

$248

AlexandriaWashington, D.C.

AEX - IAD

AEXIAD

Alexandria

Thu 2/5

2:23 pm-9:17 pm

1 stop5h 54m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 2/9

5:26 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$248

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Louisiana to District of Columbia?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisiana to District of Columbia (average of $62). Flying from Louisiana to District of Columbia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $141). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LA to DC?

Find hourly flight availability from Louisiana to District of Columbia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 16, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 23% on flights from Louisiana to District of Columbia by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Louisiana to District of Columbia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Louisiana to District of Columbia. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Louisiana to District of Columbia flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing District of Columbia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to District of Columbia. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to District of Columbia. Reviews last updated December 16, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Louisiana to District of Columbia by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Louisiana to District of Columbia?

    There are many flights that can get you from Louisiana to District of Columbia in 2h 25m. Fly via Frontier, JetBlue, or Southwest to get the fastest option. The distance from Louisiana to District of Columbia is about 969 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Louisiana to District of Columbia one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $29. Spirit Airlines flights start at $41 while deals on American Airlines start at $94 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Louisiana to District of Columbia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Louisiana to District of Columbia flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Louisiana to District of Columbia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Louisiana to District of Columbia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Louisiana to District of Columbia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Louisiana to District of Columbia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Louisiana to District of Columbia?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisiana to District of Columbia (average of $62). Flying from Louisiana to District of Columbia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $141). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Louisiana to District of Columbia

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$92Average$157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$134Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$188Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$210Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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