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$116+ Cheap flights from Dulles Intl (IAD) 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 3/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — MSY
Mar 14 — Mar 211
Sat 3/14
Sat 3/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Dulles Intl to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dulles Intl to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 12, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Sat 4/256:30 pm
IAD
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MSY
1 stop6h 05m
Delta
Tue 5/55:22 pm
MSY
-
IAD
1 stop6h 20m
Delta
Deal found 2/11$251
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/2611:22 am
IAD
-
MSY
1 stop7h 32m
Frontier
Sun 3/110:02 pm
MSY
-
IAD
1 stop10h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 2/10$252
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 3/128:15 am
IAD
-
MSY
1 stop11h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/1611:46 am
MSY
-
IAD
1 stop11h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/9$253
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/16:20 am
IAD
-
MSY
1 stop5h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/31:48 pm
MSY
-
IAD
2 stops9h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10$254
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/2012:56 pm
IAD
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 57m
Frontier
Sun 3/110:02 pm
MSY
-
IAD
1 stop10h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 2/9$255
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Wed 3/115:50 pm
IAD
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 58m
United Airlines
Sat 3/148:00 am
MSY
-
IAD
Nonstop2h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/10$256
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Sat 3/145:05 am
IAD
-
MSY
1 stop6h 48m
Frontier
Sun 3/159:12 pm
MSY
-
IAD
1 stop9h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 2/9$257
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 3/56:00 am
IAD
-
MSY
1 stop8h 10m
United Airlines
Tue 3/102:13 pm
MSY
-
IAD
1 stop7h 23m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/9$258
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Sun 2/159:17 pm
IAD
-
MSY
1 stop13h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/197:35 pm
MSY
-
IAD
2 stops17h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/9$260
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/155:39 pm
IAD
-
MSY
1 stop5h 13m
Frontier
Thu 2/197:35 pm
MSY
-
IAD
1 stop10h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 2/10$261
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 3/95:50 pm
IAD
-
MSY
1 stop6h 38m
United Airlines
Wed 3/1112:35 pm
MSY
-
IAD
Nonstop2h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/10$262

Find flight deals from Dulles Intl to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dulles Intl (IAD) 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 February 12, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$251
(Delta)

One-way from

$116
(United Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$481

Good round-trip deal

$322 or less

Good one-way deal

$184 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Dulles Intl 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 February 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans that are best for you.

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Dulles Intl

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New Orleans

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

IAD - MSY

IADMSY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 3/14

7:50 pm-9:46 pm

Nonstop2h 56m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 3/17

12:35 pm-4:00 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$256

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

IAD - MSY

IADMSY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/7

7:52 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop5h 02m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/12

5:10 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop4h 46m

$258

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

IAD - MSY

IADMSY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 5/10

8:55 am-10:46 am

Nonstop2h 51m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 5/13

12:30 pm-4:02 pm

Nonstop2h 32m

$263

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

IAD - MSY

IADMSY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 4/11

6:15 am-11:10 am

1 stop5h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 4/14

8:00 am-11:32 am

Nonstop2h 32m

$266

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

IAD - MSY

IADMSY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/10

5:50 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop6h 38m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 3/14

5:20 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$271

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

IAD - MSY

IADMSY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/17

5:35 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 24m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 3/21

5:20 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$276

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

IAD - MSY

IADMSY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 3/21

5:25 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop7h 15m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 3/25

4:45 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop5h 14m

$288

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

IAD - MSY

IADMSY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 3/7

7:50 pm-9:46 pm

Nonstop2h 56m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 3/14

5:20 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$291

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

IAD - MSY

IADMSY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/23

3:35 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop5h 40m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 3/27

7:07 pm-12:27 am

1 stop4h 20m

$293

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

IAD - MSY

IADMSY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 4/9

5:37 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop6h 52m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 4/15

8:00 am-11:32 am

Nonstop2h 32m

$295

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Dulles Intl to New Orleans in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-New Orleans flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-New Orleans flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Dulles Intl to New Orleans

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dulles Intl to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on February 6, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans is 80 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans (average of $180). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans in August is currently the most expensive (average of $261). 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 IAD to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from Dulles Intl 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 February 12, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans flights

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Expert on MSY

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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 February 12, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,181 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,181 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,181 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,279 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,181 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,271 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,181 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,445 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,181 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dulles Intl to New Orleans. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to New Orleans from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl?

    Most people fly into New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) if they book a flight to New Orleans from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. On average, Louis Armstrong has 5 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl per day from 4 airlines. New Orleans Louis Armstrong is conveniently located just 11.4 mi from New Orleans’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans?

    Airlines like United Airlines and Delta fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans in about 2h 56m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 06m. Airlines will cover a distance of 954 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to New Orleans, with prices starting at $96. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $125 and $230, respectively. Spirit Airlines is priced at 73% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $80 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $108 and Delta from $118 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans consider choosing Republic Airways (100%), Mesa Airlines (88%) or United Airlines (85%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans?

    While on average a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans is generally $574, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $115. When looking at the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), you can expect to pay $142 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dulles Intl to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Dulles Intl to New Orleans?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dulles Intl to New Orleans?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dulles Intl 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. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans (average of $180). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans in August is currently the most expensive (average of $261). 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 4 airlines flying from Dulles Intl to New Orleans

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Dulles Intl 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 February 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$96Average$204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$125Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$230Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$275Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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