Weekly flight availability from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans

The most flights from DTW to MSY are scheduled on a Tuesday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Orleans ranges from 3.3 - 6.4 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.4 in. October is typically the driest time to visit New Orleans when rainfall is around 3.3 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Orleans, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans?

No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans consider choosing Spirit Airlines (93%), Air France (90%) or WestJet (89%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans?

The most popular airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans are Spirit Airlines, Delta and Southwest. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

Most accurate provider : When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Most trusted provider : When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-New Orleans flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-New Orleans flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

What airports do I use to fly from Detroit to New Orleans?

To fly from Detroit to New Orleans, you need to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Louis Armstrong (MSY). Nonstop flights to New Orleans Louis Armstrong from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County take 2h 29m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 6 outbound flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Louis Armstrong offered by 6 different airlines.

Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Detroit to New Orleans flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Detroit to New Orleans?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Detroit to New Orleans.

Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to New Orleans?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to New Orleans by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Cheapest flights from Detroit to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 28, 2025.

Wed 12/316:40 pmDTW - MSY

2 stops27h 17mSpirit Airlines

Mon 1/55:00 pmMSY - DTW

1 stop14h 07mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/26

$360

Wed 12/316:40 pmDTW - MSY

2 stops27h 17mSpirit Airlines

Wed 1/75:00 pmMSY - DTW

1 stop19h 30mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/26

$361

Wed 12/316:40 pmDTW - MSY

2 stops27h 17mMultiple Airlines

Sun 1/44:58 pmMSY - DTW

1 stop16h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/26

$433

Wed 12/317:10 pmDTW - MSY

1 stop22h 17mMultiple Airlines

Mon 1/55:00 pmMSY - DTW

1 stop14h 07mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/26

$444

Wed 12/317:10 pmDTW - MSY

1 stop22h 17mMultiple Airlines

Wed 1/75:00 pmMSY - DTW

1 stop19h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/26

$445

Mon 12/297:22 pmDTW - MSY

1 stop5h 33mSpirit Airlines

Thu 1/16:55 pmMSY - DTW

1 stop5h 24mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/27

$453

Mon 12/2912:15 pmDTW - MSY

1 stop9h 47mMultiple Airlines

Wed 12/315:00 pmMSY - DTW

2 stops15h 33mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$470

Mon 12/297:22 pmDTW - MSY

1 stop5h 33mMultiple Airlines

Thu 1/17:00 amMSY - DTW

2 stops17h 19mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/27

$509

Mon 12/297:22 pmDTW - MSY

1 stop5h 33mSpirit Airlines

Sun 1/46:55 pmMSY - DTW

1 stop5h 24mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/27

$521

Best flights from Detroit to New Orleans
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Detroit to New Orleans that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 28, 2025.

Wed 2/188:30 amDTW - MSY

1 stop16h 54mFrontier

Mon 2/239:51 pmMSY - DTW

1 stop10h 06mFrontier

Deal found 12/27

$146

Fri 2/2710:00 pmDTW - MSY

1 stop20h 54mMultiple Airlines

Tue 3/34:06 pmMSY - DTW

Nonstop2h 32mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/27

$154

Fri 2/62:01 pmDTW - MSY

Nonstop2h 44mSpirit Airlines

Mon 2/94:40 pmMSY - DTW

Nonstop2h 32mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/27

$159

Fri 1/3010:56 amDTW - MSY

1 stop7h 50mUnited Airlines

Mon 2/26:00 amMSY - DTW

1 stop6h 51mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$241

Tue 2/108:37 amDTW - MSY

Nonstop2h 55mDelta

Sat 2/1411:42 amMSY - DTW

Nonstop2h 26mDelta

Deal found 12/27

$249

Fri 2/275:08 pmDTW - MSY

2 stops16h 13mMultiple Airlines

Mon 3/26:59 pmMSY - DTW

1 stop17h 31mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/27

$199

Wed 3/185:07 pmDTW - MSY

1 stop18h 46mFrontier

Mon 3/2311:46 amMSY - DTW

1 stop19h 21mFrontier

Deal found 12/27

$210

Sun 3/16:00 amDTW - MSY

2 stops8h 10mUnited Airlines

Fri 3/610:36 amMSY - DTW

1 stop5h 49mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/27

$248

Wed 3/182:12 pmDTW - MSY

Nonstop2h 38mDelta

Sat 3/214:22 pmMSY - DTW

1 stop5h 08mDelta

Deal found 12/27

$259

Fri 1/162:01 pmDTW - MSY

Nonstop2h 44mMultiple Airlines

Mon 1/194:14 pmMSY - DTW

2 stops17h 42mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/28

$252

Wed 3/182:12 pmDTW - MSY

Nonstop2h 38mDelta

Mon 3/237:07 pmMSY - DTW

1 stop4h 36mDelta

Deal found 12/27

$259

Wed 2/186:05 amDTW - MSY

1 stop5h 42mUnited Airlines

Sat 2/215:05 amMSY - DTW

2 stops7h 25mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/27

$261

Last-minute flights from Detroit to New Orleans
Discover last-minute flight deals from Detroit to New Orleans. Data last updated December 28, 2025 and is based on user searches.

Sun 1/112:01 pmDTW - MSY

Nonstop2h 44mMultiple Airlines

Thu 1/156:05 amMSY - DTW

1 stop9h 59mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/27

$154

Thu 1/153:12 pmDTW - MSY

1 stop7h 17mMultiple Airlines

Tue 1/206:05 amMSY - DTW

2 stops17h 14mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/26

$163

Mon 1/192:01 pmDTW - MSY

Nonstop2h 44mSpirit Airlines

Sat 1/244:40 pmMSY - DTW

Nonstop2h 32mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/26

$160

Mon 1/197:46 pmDTW - MSY

2 stops26h 43mMultiple Airlines

Sat 1/244:40 pmMSY - DTW

Nonstop2h 32mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/26

$170

Tue 1/2011:00 amDTW - MSY

2 stops11h 29mSpirit Airlines

Sat 1/244:40 pmMSY - DTW

Nonstop2h 32mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/26

$165

Thu 1/2210:54 amDTW - MSY

1 stop11h 35mMultiple Airlines

Fri 1/234:40 pmMSY - DTW

Nonstop2h 32mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/26

$162

Thu 1/2210:54 amDTW - MSY

1 stop11h 35mMultiple Airlines

Sun 1/257:38 pmMSY - DTW

1 stop19h 41mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/26

$171

Fri 1/232:01 pmDTW - MSY

Nonstop2h 44mSpirit Airlines

Mon 1/264:40 pmMSY - DTW

Nonstop2h 32mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/27

$159

Sun 1/251:43 pmDTW - MSY

1 stop8h 46mMultiple Airlines

Wed 1/286:05 amMSY - DTW

2 stops10h 04mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/26

$168

Fri 1/307:14 pmDTW - MSY

2 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines

Wed 2/48:57 pmMSY - DTW

1 stop15h 14mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/26

$152

Sat 1/312:01 pmDTW - MSY

Nonstop2h 44mMultiple Airlines

Thu 2/56:55 pmMSY - DTW

1 stop22h 24mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/26

$169

One-way flights from Detroit to New Orleans
Search for one-way flight options from Detroit to New Orleans. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated December 28, 2025.

Mon 2/237:15 pmDTW - MSY

Nonstop2h 41mFrontier

Deal found 12/27

$54

Sun 1/251:43 pmDTW - MSY

1 stop19h 38mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/26

$68

Wed 2/118:30 amDTW - MSY

1 stop16h 54mFrontier

Deal found 12/26

$74

Thu 1/2210:54 amDTW - MSY

1 stop11h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/26

$76

Thu 1/152:01 pmDTW - MSY

Nonstop2h 44mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$78

Fri 1/92:01 pmDTW - MSY

Nonstop2h 44mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/26

$79

Fri 2/275:28 pmDTW - MSY

Nonstop2h 41mFrontier

Deal found 12/27

$80

Fri 2/62:01 pmDTW - MSY

Nonstop2h 44mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/26

$81

Mon 1/2611:00 amDTW - MSY

1 stop8h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/27

$83

Thu 1/153:12 pmDTW - MSY

1 stop7h 17mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$84

Sat 1/242:01 pmDTW - MSY

Nonstop2h 44mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/27

$85

Sat 1/1011:47 amDTW - MSY

1 stop25h 11mFrontier

Deal found 12/26

$88

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Most accurate provider	Mytrip 3 stars
Most trusted provider	Mytrip 3 stars
Round-trip from	$141 (Kiwi.com)
One-way from	$54 (Frontier)
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	January
Average price	$307
Good round-trip deal	$160 or less
Good one-way deal	$200 or less

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DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/18

8:30 am-12:24 am

1 stop16h 54m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 2/23

9:51 pm-8:57 am

1 stop10h 06m

$146

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/27

10:00 pm-5:54 pm

1 stop20h 54m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 3/3

4:06 pm-7:38 pm

Nonstop2h 32m

$154

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/6

2:01 pm-3:45 pm

Nonstop2h 44m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 2/9

4:40 pm-8:12 pm

Nonstop2h 32m

$159

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/27

5:08 pm-8:21 am

2 stops16h 13m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 3/2

6:59 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop17h 31m

$199

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/18

5:07 pm-10:53 am

1 stop18h 46m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 3/23

11:46 am-8:07 am

1 stop19h 21m

$210

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/30

10:56 am-5:46 pm

1 stop7h 50m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 2/2

6:00 am-1:51 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$241

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 3/1

6:00 am-1:10 pm

2 stops8h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 3/6

10:36 am-5:25 pm

1 stop5h 49m

$248

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/10

8:37 am-10:32 am

Nonstop2h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 2/14

11:42 am-3:08 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

$249

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/16

2:01 pm-3:45 pm

Nonstop2h 44m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 1/19

4:14 pm-10:56 am

2 stops17h 42m

$252

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/18

2:12 pm-3:50 pm

Nonstop2h 38m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 3/21

4:22 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop5h 08m

$259

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Compare providers for flights from Detroit to New Orleans

Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Detroit to New Orleans in December.

Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
Expedia	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*1 star
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Cheapflightsfares	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*2 stars
Priceline	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars
Mytrip	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
CheapOair	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Justfly.com	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.com	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Cheapfaremart	Price Accuracy-	Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-New Orleans flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-New Orleans flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans?

The price you pay for your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 84 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans (average of $68). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans in June is currently the most expensive (average of $137). 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 DTW to MSY?

It’s optimal to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 34% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

The best insider tips for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans flights

Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans trip

Airports

DTW

For a quick security check, McNamara Terminal lines are typically under 10 minutes, even without TSA PreCheck or CLEAR.

MSY

For a quick ride to downtown New Orleans, taxis offer a flat rate and are usually cheaper than rideshares.

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Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans

See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,256 reviews

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

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,256 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,256 reviews

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

Delta

7.9

Good

8,019 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,256 reviews

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

United Airlines

7.4

Good

9,113 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,256 reviews

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

American Airlines

7.2

Good

11,073 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,256 reviews

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

Spirit Airlines

6.3

Okay

8,211 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,256 reviews

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

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What airports do I use to fly from Detroit to New Orleans?
To fly from Detroit to New Orleans, you need to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Louis Armstrong (MSY). Nonstop flights to New Orleans Louis Armstrong from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County take 2h 29m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 6 outbound flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Louis Armstrong offered by 6 different airlines.
How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans?
Airlines like Frontier and Spirit Airlines fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans in about 2h 44m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 14h 10m. Airlines will cover a distance of 928 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans round-trip?
Spirit Airlines, at $93, was found to be the cheapest airline from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Frontier and Delta. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 64% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans one-way?
The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans are Spirit Airlines ($48), American Airlines ($73), and Delta ($98).
What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans?
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans consider choosing Spirit Airlines (93%), Air France (90%) or WestJet (89%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans?
While on average a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans is generally $235, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $92. When looking at the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), you can expect to pay $114 for that flight.
Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Detroit to New Orleans flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Detroit to New Orleans?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Detroit to New Orleans.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to New Orleans?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to New Orleans 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans (average of $68). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans in June is currently the most expensive (average of $137). 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 6 airlines flying from Detroit to New Orleans

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$98	Average$211	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
Frontier	Cheapest$140	Average$245	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Delta	Cheapest$199	Average$360	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Southwest	Cheapest$211	Average$368	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
American Airlines	Cheapest$216	Average$388	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
United Airlines	Cheapest$288	Average$388	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in January or November, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Saturday and return on a Friday

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