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$95+ Cheap flights from Reagan-National (DCA) to New Orleans (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 7/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DCA — MSY
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in September or June, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Reagan-National to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Reagan-National (DCA) 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$189
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$95
(Southwest)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$322

Good round-trip deal

$259 or less

Good one-way deal

$124 or less
From Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($29 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

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Cheapest flights from Reagan-National to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Reagan-National to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Mon 6/3012:59 pmDCA - MSY
Nonstop2h 36mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/23:21 pmMSY - DCA
Nonstop2h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$189
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Fri 8/18:15 pmDCA - MSY
Nonstop2h 40mSouthwest
Mon 8/45:20 pmMSY - DCA
Nonstop2h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 6/12$203
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Mon 6/302:54 pmDCA - MSY
1 stop6h 23mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/25:30 pmMSY - DCA
1 stop5h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Mon 6/306:00 amDCA - MSY
1 stop6h 22mDelta
Wed 7/26:00 amMSY - DCA
1 stop5h 45mDelta
Deal found 6/11$217
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/308:29 amDCA - MSY
1 stop6h 03mJetBlue
Tue 8/512:18 pmMSY - DCA
1 stop9h 41mJetBlue
Deal found 6/10$223
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Thu 10/97:00 amDCA - MSY
1 stop12h 53mFrontier
Mon 10/137:38 pmMSY - DCA
1 stop25h 21mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$366

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to New Orleans that are best for you.

Fly from

Reagan-National

Fly to

New Orleans

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

DCA - MSY

DCAMSY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 6/30

12:59 pm-2:35 pm

Nonstop2h 36m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 7/2

3:21 pm-6:59 pm

Nonstop2h 38m

$189

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

DCA - MSY

DCAMSY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 8/16

3:40 pm-5:25 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 8/20

4:30 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$194

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

DCA - MSY

DCAMSY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 6/30

2:54 pm-8:17 pm

1 stop6h 23m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 7/2

5:30 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$209

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

DCA - MSY

DCAMSY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 6/30

6:00 am-11:22 am

1 stop6h 22m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 7/2

6:00 am-12:45 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$217

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

DCA - MSY

DCAMSY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 7/30

8:29 am-1:32 pm

1 stop6h 03m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 8/5

12:18 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop9h 41m

$223

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

DCA - MSY

DCAMSY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/1

11:50 am-1:25 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

$95

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

DCA - MSY

DCAMSY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 7/10

8:29 am-1:32 pm

1 stop6h 03m

$105

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

DCA - MSY

DCAMSY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/1

6:00 am-9:28 am

1 stop4h 28m

$109

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

DCA - MSY

DCAMSY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 8/4

7:29 am-9:21 am

Nonstop2h 52m

$114

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

DCA - MSY

DCAMSY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 8/15

2:54 pm-8:17 pm

1 stop6h 23m

$130

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Best time to book a flight from Reagan-National to New Orleans

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to New Orleans

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Reagan-National to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

Booking 57 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to New Orleans. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to New Orleans?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National 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 DCA to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from Reagan-National 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 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to New Orleans in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 10% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Reagan-National to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in New Orleans by month

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

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.

Temperature in New Orleans by month

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

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 June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and Hawaiian Airlines from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

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.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

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

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

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.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

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.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

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.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National?

    Located just 11.4 mi from the city center, New Orleans Louis Armstrong is the airport most travelers will use when flying to New Orleans from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Louis Armstrong (MSY) should be relatively easy as there are 4 daily inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National from 6 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to New Orleans round-trip?

    Currently priced at $189, American Airlines will fly you from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to New Orleans and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Southwest and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $194 and $209, respectively. These flights start at 50% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to New Orleans one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to New Orleans are Southwest ($95), JetBlue ($105), and Delta ($109).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to New Orleans?

    Before booking your flight to New Orleans from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Republic Airways (100%), PSA Airlines (77%), American Airlines( 71%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to New Orleans?

    While on average a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to New Orleans is generally $566, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $92. When looking at the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), you can expect to pay $157 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Reagan-National to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Reagan-National to New Orleans?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Reagan-National to New Orleans?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Reagan-National 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to New Orleans?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National 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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Top 6 airlines flying from Reagan-National to New Orleans

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Reagan-National 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$94Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$167Average$265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$219Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$221Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$235Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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