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$95+ Cheap flights from District of Columbia to New Orleans (MSY)

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IAD — MSY
Jul 1 — Jul 81
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Cheap flight deals from District of Columbia to New Orleans

Keep the following information in mind while searching for District of Columbia to New Orleans flight deals. Data was last updated June 26, 2025.

Round-trip from

$189
(JetBlue)

One-way from

$95
(American Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$298

Good round-trip deal

$260 or less

Good one-way deal

$124 or less
From District of Columbia to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
One-way flight from District of Columbia to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($18 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from District of Columbia to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from District of Columbia to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

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Cheapest flights from District of Columbia to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from District of Columbia to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 26, 2025.

This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/236:30 amDCA - MSY
1 stop5h 46mJetBlue
Wed 7/3012:18 pmMSY - DCA
1 stop9h 40mJetBlue
Deal found 6/25$189
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/73:55 pmDCA - MSY
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Tue 8/1210:25 amMSY - DCA
Nonstop2h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 6/25$195
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/65:33 pmIAD - MSY
Nonstop2h 43mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/133:25 pmMSY - IAD
1 stop5h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/26$195
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/142:54 pmDCA - MSY
1 stop6h 23mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/185:30 pmMSY - DCA
1 stop5h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/25$200
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/49:20 amDCA - MSY
1 stop9h 04mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/85:13 pmMSY - DCA
Nonstop2h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/25$214
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/217:35 amIAD - MSY
2 stops13h 55mSouthwest
Mon 8/255:00 amMSY - IAD
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 6/25$216
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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.
Thu 8/147:30 pmIAD - MSY
1 stop5h 01mDelta
Mon 8/186:57 pmMSY - IAD
1 stop4h 24mDelta
Deal found 6/26$217
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/1411:04 amIAD - MSY
2 stops21h 44mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/208:27 pmMSY - IAD
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/25$226
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 8/612:29 pmDCA - MSY
1 stop5h 07mDelta
Sat 8/96:33 amMSY - DCA
1 stop5h 01mDelta
Deal found 6/26$234
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/212:40 pmIAD - MSY
1 stop24h 08mSun Country Air
Thu 8/75:37 pmMSY - IAD
1 stop17h 54mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/24$235
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/1611:18 amIAD - MSY
2 stops10h 03mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/1812:37 pmMSY - IAD
1 stop9h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/25$252
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Thu 7/107:00 amDCA - MSY
1 stop11h 04mFrontier
Sun 7/136:01 pmMSY - DCA
1 stop17h 03mFrontier
Deal found 6/24$258

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Customize your flight search to find flights from District of Columbia 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from District of Columbia to New Orleans that are best for you.

Fly from

District of Columbia

Fly to

New Orleans

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

DCA - MSY

DCAMSY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 7/23

6:30 am-11:16 am

1 stop5h 46m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 7/30

12:18 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$189

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

DCA - MSY

DCAMSY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 8/7

6:00 am-9:15 am

1 stop4h 15m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 8/11

3:50 pm-7:20 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$195

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

IAD - MSY

IADMSY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 8/6

5:33 pm-7:16 pm

Nonstop2h 43m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 8/13

3:25 pm-10:18 pm

1 stop5h 53m

$195

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

DCA - MSY

DCAMSY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 8/14

2:54 pm-8:17 pm

1 stop6h 23m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 8/18

5:30 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$200

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

DCA - MSY

DCAMSY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 9/4

9:20 am-5:24 pm

1 stop9h 04m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/8

5:13 pm-8:43 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$214

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

IAD - MSY

IADMSY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/21

7:35 am-8:30 pm

2 stops13h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 8/25

5:00 am-1:20 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$216

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

IAD - MSY

IADMSY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/14

7:30 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop5h 01m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 8/18

6:57 pm-12:21 am

1 stop4h 24m

$217

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

IAD - MSY

IADMSY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/14

11:04 am-7:48 am

2 stops21h 44m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 8/20

8:27 pm-11:47 am

1 stop14h 20m

$226

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

DCA - MSY

DCAMSY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 8/6

12:29 pm-4:36 pm

1 stop5h 07m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 8/9

6:33 am-12:34 pm

1 stop5h 01m

$234

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

IAD - MSY

IADMSY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/2

12:40 pm-11:48 am

1 stop24h 08m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 8/7

5:37 pm-12:31 pm

1 stop17h 54m

$235

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Best time to book a flight from District of Columbia to New Orleans

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Everything you need to know about your flight from District of Columbia to New Orleans

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from District of Columbia 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 DC to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from District of Columbia to New Orleans. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 26, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from District of Columbia to New Orleans as you normally would.

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 June 26, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from District of Columbia to New Orleans have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.2

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.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.2

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.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.2

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.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.2

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.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.2

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.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.2

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

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to New Orleans from District of Columbia?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY), located 11.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from District of Columbia to New Orleans.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from District of Columbia to New Orleans are American Airlines ($95), United Airlines ($95), and Southwest ($103).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from District of Columbia to New Orleans?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from District of Columbia to New Orleans on time: Republic Airways (100%), United Airlines (82%), Mesa Airlines (77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from District of Columbia to New Orleans?

    While on average a flight from District of Columbia to New Orleans is generally $453, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $129. When looking at the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), you can expect to pay $185 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia to New Orleans?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from District of Columbia 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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Top 7 airlines flying from District of Columbia to New Orleans

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$94Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$108Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$134Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$167Average$265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$219Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$223Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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