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$32+ Cheap flights from Detroit to New Orleans (DTT - MSY)

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 8/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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The best prices from Detroit All airports to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in September or April, booked 25 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) to New Orleans (MSY). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 25, 2024.

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One-way from

$32
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Detroit to New Orleans?

Flying to your destination on a Thursday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to New Orleans. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Detroit to New Orleans?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 26 days in advance to save up to 151% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 26 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Detroit to New Orleans 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $191, or $312 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit to New Orleans?

September is one of the best times of the year to fly to New Orleans from Detroit. Prices for September average $271 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $103. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a September flight can save you 26% on your journey compared to booking in December

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTT to MSY?

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 34% on flights from Detroit to New Orleans by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Cheap Detroit to New Orleans flights in July & August 2024

Find cheap flight options from Detroit to New Orleans specifically for the months of July and August 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Prices were last updated on July 25, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Detroit to New Orleans in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
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Thu 8/228:42 amDTW - MSY
Nonstop2h 29mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/2911:01 amMSY - DTW
Nonstop2h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$88
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/216:15 pmDTW - MSY
1 stop6h 53mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/286:31 pmMSY - DTW
1 stop14h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$92
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/176:15 pmDTW - MSY
1 stop6h 53mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/2211:01 amMSY - DTW
Nonstop2h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$94
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/216:40 amDTW - MSY
2 stops18h 36mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/286:31 pmMSY - DTW
1 stop14h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$98
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Tue 8/276:56 pmDTW - MSY
1 stop24h 42mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/2911:01 amMSY - DTW
Nonstop2h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$99
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Sun 8/117:26 pmDTW - MSY
Nonstop2h 27mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/2911:01 amMSY - DTW
Nonstop2h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$103
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Tue 8/279:27 pmDTW - MSY
2 stops22h 11mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/2911:01 amMSY - DTW
Nonstop2h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$104
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/96:28 pmDTW - MSY
Nonstop2h 29mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/2211:01 amMSY - DTW
Nonstop2h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$105
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Thu 8/228:42 amDTW - MSY
Nonstop2h 29mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/267:38 pmMSY - DTW
1 stop21h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$107

Detroit to New Orleans 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Detroit and New Orleans in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Detroit to New Orleans in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
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Tue 10/158:42 amDTW - MSY
Nonstop2h 29mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/2211:01 amMSY - DTW
Nonstop2h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$85
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/161:50 pmDTW - MSY
Nonstop2h 33mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/194:50 pmMSY - DTW
Nonstop2h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$87
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/228:42 amDTW - MSY
Nonstop2h 29mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/2911:01 amMSY - DTW
Nonstop2h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$88
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/216:15 pmDTW - MSY
1 stop6h 53mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/286:31 pmMSY - DTW
1 stop14h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$92
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/176:15 pmDTW - MSY
1 stop6h 53mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/2211:01 amMSY - DTW
Nonstop2h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$94
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Thu 9/51:50 pmDTW - MSY
Nonstop2h 33mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/81:50 pmMSY - DTW
1 stop7h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$96
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/216:40 amDTW - MSY
2 stops18h 36mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/286:31 pmMSY - DTW
1 stop14h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$98
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Tue 8/276:56 pmDTW - MSY
1 stop24h 42mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/2911:01 amMSY - DTW
Nonstop2h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$99
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/96:06 pmDTW - MSY
1 stop4h 38mSpirit Airlines
Fri 9/133:56 pmMSY - DTW
1 stop4h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$101

Detroit to New Orleans flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Detroit to New Orleans for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
Book one of these great deals on flights from Detroit to New Orleans. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
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Sat 8/38:46 amDTW - MSY
1 stop6h 03mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/89:46 amMSY - DTW
1 stop5h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$100
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/38:46 amDTW - MSY
1 stop6h 03mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/83:03 pmMSY - DTW
Nonstop2h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$110
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Sun 8/47:26 pmDTW - MSY
Nonstop2h 27mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/89:46 amMSY - DTW
1 stop6h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/23$118
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/47:26 pmDTW - MSY
Nonstop2h 27mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/83:03 pmMSY - DTW
Nonstop2h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/23$121
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Fri 8/26:28 pmDTW - MSY
Nonstop2h 29mSpirit Airlines
Fri 8/166:31 pmMSY - DTW
1 stop14h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$125
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/26:28 pmDTW - MSY
Nonstop2h 29mSpirit Airlines
Fri 8/1611:01 amMSY - DTW
Nonstop2h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$126
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Fri 8/26:28 pmDTW - MSY
Nonstop2h 29mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/1312:24 pmMSY - DTW
1 stop4h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$130
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/38:46 amDTW - MSY
1 stop6h 03mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/89:46 amMSY - DTW
1 stop6h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/23$132
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Sat 8/38:46 amDTW - MSY
1 stop6h 03mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/83:03 pmMSY - DTW
Nonstop2h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/23$136

One-way flights to New Orleans from Detroit

Search for one-way flight options from Detroit to New Orleans. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Detroit to New Orleans, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Users needing a return flight from Detroit to New Orleans should utilize the search form above.
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Wed 8/286:15 pmDTW - MSY
1 stop6h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$32
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Thu 8/228:42 amDTW - MSY
Nonstop2h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$43
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Thu 9/51:50 pmDTW - MSY
Nonstop2h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$44
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Thu 8/228:05 amDTW - MSY
1 stop11h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/23$50
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Mon 9/236:06 pmDTW - MSY
1 stop4h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$51
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Thu 9/55:40 amDTW - MSY
1 stop8h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$52
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Tue 10/2212:59 pmDTW - MSY
1 stop9h 46mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$57
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Sun 8/258:42 amDTW - MSY
Nonstop2h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$58
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Fri 8/236:15 pmDTW - MSY
1 stop6h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/23$61

Find flights from Detroit to New Orleans within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to New Orleans that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/21

1 stop6h 53m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 8/28

1 stop14h 49m

$92

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 8/22

Nonstop2h 29m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 8/24

1 stop5h 09m

$93

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/9

Nonstop2h 33m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 9/13

1 stop4h 55m

$94

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/14

1 stop6h 53m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 8/22

1 stop5h 09m

$96

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/14

1 stop7h 38m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 8/22

1 stop11h 16m

$108

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/5

1 stop13h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/10

1 stop26h 00m

$114

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/5

Nonstop2h 33m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 9/8

1 stop14h 38m

$123

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/5

1 stop19h 14m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 9/8

1 stop23h 13m

$126

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/25

Nonstop2h 24m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 9/28

Nonstop2h 34m

$169

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on July 23, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Detroit to New Orleans, you should look to book at least 25 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on July 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to New Orleans

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New Orleans from Detroit with our price prediction graph.
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Temperature and rainfall in New Orleans by month

Plan your trip to New Orleans by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

MSY

Temperature

51.8 - 82.4 °F

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).

Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Orleans. 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 New Orleans. Reviews last updated July 25, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines, Delta and Frontier from Detroit to New Orleans to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

A/C was not working on the ground so it was 110 degrees on the plane when we boarded and we sat there for almost 40 minutes because Austin’s gate system has not kept up with growth. Not Alaska’s fault 100% but it was miserable.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

A/C was not working on the ground so it was 110 degrees on the plane when we boarded and we sat there for almost 40 minutes because Austin’s gate system has not kept up with growth. Not Alaska’s fault 100% but it was miserable.

Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

A/C was not working on the ground so it was 110 degrees on the plane when we boarded and we sat there for almost 40 minutes because Austin’s gate system has not kept up with growth. Not Alaska’s fault 100% but it was miserable.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

A/C was not working on the ground so it was 110 degrees on the plane when we boarded and we sat there for almost 40 minutes because Austin’s gate system has not kept up with growth. Not Alaska’s fault 100% but it was miserable.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

A/C was not working on the ground so it was 110 degrees on the plane when we boarded and we sat there for almost 40 minutes because Austin’s gate system has not kept up with growth. Not Alaska’s fault 100% but it was miserable.

Spirit Airlines
6.4
Okay
8,407 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

A/C was not working on the ground so it was 110 degrees on the plane when we boarded and we sat there for almost 40 minutes because Austin’s gate system has not kept up with growth. Not Alaska’s fault 100% but it was miserable.

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

    Booking a flight from Detroit All airports (DTT) to New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is your only option if you wish to fly from Detroit to New Orleans. On a typical day, there are 9 flights from All airports to Louis Armstrong, all of which are around 2h 27m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 6 airlines when you book a flight from All airports to New Orleans.

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    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Detroit to New Orleans under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Detroit to New Orleans is less than $126.

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    There are currently 20+ open flights from Detroit to New Orleans within the next 7 days for less than $100.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Detroit to New Orleans?

    Days when nonstop flights are available for this flight are: Monday, Tuesday, Friday.

  • How many flights depart from Detroit to New Orleans on average per day?

    Per day, 3 flights depart from Detroit to New Orleans on average.
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    There are many flights that can get you from Detroit to New Orleans in 6h 53m. Fly via Spirit Airlines or Frontier to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 932 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to New Orleans, with prices starting at $92. Another option worth looking into is Frontier, starting at $114 round trip. These flights start at 66% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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    On average you can expect to pay $159 for a flight from Detroit to New Orleans. The cheapest flight overall is $34 while the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - New Orleans Louis Armstrong) is currently priced at $86.

  • What does DTW to MSY mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a DTW to MSY flight.

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    The Detroit to New Orleans flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 7/25.

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    Consider American Airlines, Alaska Airlines or Delta when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Detroit to New Orleans.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to New Orleans?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to New Orleans (average of $248). Flying from Detroit to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $341). 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

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to New Orleans. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
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FrontierCheapest$75Average$154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$78Average$206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$193Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$198Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$254Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$367Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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