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 KLM (85%), Korean Air (85%) or Spirit Airlines (85%) 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 American Airlines, Delta and Spirit Airlines. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans?

Users have found that leaving on a Sunday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 51% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans?

September is one of the best times of the year to fly to New Orleans from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Prices for September average $258 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $89. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of February. Opting for a September flight can save you 34% on your journey compared to booking in February

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 19m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there is 1 outbound flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Louis Armstrong offered by 5 different airlines.

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jue. 7/314:53 pmDTW - MSY

1 stop7h 15mSpirit Airlines

dom. 8/32:15 pmMSY - DTW

Nonstop2h 30mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 7/1

$132

jue. 7/1712:18 pmDTW - MSY

1 stop4h 53mMultiple Airlines

lun. 7/219:00 amMSY - DTW

1 stop6h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 6/29

$151

mié. 9/108:40 amDTW - MSY

Nonstop2h 28mDelta

sáb. 9/2011:30 amMSY - DTW

Nonstop2h 30mDelta

Deal found 6/30

$179

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jue. 7/314:53 pmDTW - MSY

1 stop7h 15mSpirit Airlines

dom. 8/32:15 pmMSY - DTW

Nonstop2h 30mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 7/1

$132

jue. 7/1712:18 pmDTW - MSY

1 stop4h 53mMultiple Airlines

lun. 7/219:00 amMSY - DTW

1 stop6h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 6/29

$151

mié. 9/108:40 amDTW - MSY

Nonstop2h 28mDelta

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Nonstop2h 30mDelta

Deal found 6/30

$179

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mié. 7/94:53 pmDTW - MSY

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mar. 8/56:15 amMSY - DTW

1 stop7h 05mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 7/1

$161

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Deal found 7/1

$434

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$459

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Deal found 6/30

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Deal found 6/29

$151

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Deal found 7/1

$132

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sáb. 7/198:45 amDTW - MSY

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Deal found 7/1

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2 stops7h 30mSouthwest

Deal found 7/1

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Deal found 6/30

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8:44 am-4:05 pm

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8:57 am-10:25 am

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

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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 37 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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 38% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

4,273 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,273 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,273 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,973 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,273 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,858 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,273 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Spirit Airlines

6.3

Okay

8,101 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,273 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Frontier

5.9

Fair

3,291 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,273 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

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 19m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there is 1 outbound flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Louis Armstrong offered by 5 different airlines.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans round-trip?
Spirit Airlines, at $132, was found to be the cheapest airline from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Delta. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 52% 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 ($53), Southwest ($105), and United Airlines ($140).
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 KLM (85%), Korean Air (85%) or Spirit Airlines (85%) 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 $167, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $78. When looking at the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), you can expect to pay $109 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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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Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$98	Average$226	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
Delta	Cheapest$199	Average$398	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Southwest	Cheapest$218	Average$415	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
American Airlines	Cheapest$238	Average$374	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
United Airlines	Cheapest$328	Average$463	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%

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