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$80+ Cheap flights from Washington 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 5/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SEA — MSY
Apr 23 — Apr 301
Thu 4/23
Thu 4/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Washington to New Orleans

Cheapest flights from Washington to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 24, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Mon 4/132:50 pm
PDX
-
MSY
Nonstop4h 28m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 4/2210:30 am
MSY
-
PDX
Nonstop5h 10m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/20$237
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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.
Mon 5/1112:35 pm
PDX
-
MSY
1 stop6h 35m
Frontier
Thu 5/149:55 pm
MSY
-
PDX
1 stop20h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 3/21$241
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/810:55 am
PDX
-
MSY
1 stop7h 25m
Southwest
Mon 5/117:15 pm
MSY
-
PDX
1 stop7h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/23$242
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Mon 4/1311:55 pm
PDX
-
MSY
1 stop8h 05m
Southwest
Wed 4/2211:40 am
MSY
-
PDX
1 stop8h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/20$247
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/243:00 pm
PDX
-
MSY
1 stop6h 35m
Southwest
Sat 5/99:45 am
MSY
-
PDX
2 stops10h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 3/23$253
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/132:50 pm
PDX
-
MSY
Nonstop4h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/227:00 am
MSY
-
PDX
1 stop7h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/20$255
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 4/173:00 pm
PDX
-
MSY
1 stop6h 35m
Southwest
Tue 4/214:35 pm
MSY
-
PDX
2 stops8h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 3/20$257
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Wed 4/1511:15 am
PDX
-
MSY
1 stop9h 50m
Southwest
Wed 4/223:05 pm
MSY
-
PDX
2 stops8h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 3/19$258
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2010:00 am
PDX
-
MSY
1 stop8h 43m
Delta
Sat 8/223:00 pm
MSY
-
PDX
1 stop9h 22m
Delta
Deal found 3/23$259
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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.
Fri 5/2912:35 pm
PDX
-
MSY
1 stop6h 35m
Frontier
Mon 6/19:55 pm
MSY
-
PDX
1 stop21h 06m
Frontier
Deal found 3/21$261
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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.
Tue 5/56:30 am
PDX
-
MSY
2 stops8h 55m
Southwest
Fri 5/83:25 pm
MSY
-
PDX
2 stops9h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 3/22$262
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 4/3010:55 am
SEA
-
MSY
1 stop12h 00m
Southwest
Fri 5/85:25 pm
MSY
-
SEA
2 stops9h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 3/20$285

Find flight deals from Washington to New Orleans

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Washington to New Orleans flight deals. Data was last updated March 24, 2026.

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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$237
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$80
(Frontier)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$418

Good round-trip deal

$403 or less

Good one-way deal

$229 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington 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 March 24, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington to New Orleans that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

PortlandNew Orleans

PDX - MSY

PDXMSY

Portland

Wed 5/6

9:45 am-5:55 pm

1 stop6h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 5/13

5:20 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$247

PortlandNew Orleans

PDX - MSY

PDXMSY

Portland

Tue 5/5

5:30 am-2:10 pm

1 stop6h 40m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/12

5:10 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$247

PortlandNew Orleans

PDX - MSY

PDXMSY

Portland

Wed 4/15

1:55 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop7h 34m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 4/18

7:00 am-1:09 pm

1 stop8h 09m

$252

PortlandNew Orleans

PDX - MSY

PDXMSY

Portland

Sun 5/10

11:55 pm-10:10 am

1 stop8h 15m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/14

7:35 pm-12:55 am

1 stop7h 20m

$252

PortlandNew Orleans

PDX - MSY

PDXMSY

Portland

Fri 6/12

10:40 pm-9:13 am

1 stop8h 33m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 6/15

5:35 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$279

PortlandNew Orleans

PDX - MSY

PDXMSY

Portland

Fri 9/11

10:45 am-10:32 pm

1 stop9h 47m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/14

4:30 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$279

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 4/10

10:55 am-12:55 am

1 stop12h 00m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 4/14

5:35 pm-12:10 am

1 stop8h 35m

$307

SeattleNew Orleans

SEA - MSY

SEAMSY

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 6/6

5:30 am-4:04 pm

1 stop8h 34m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 6/13

3:40 pm-8:47 pm

1 stop7h 07m

$309

PortlandNew Orleans

PDX - MSY

PDXMSY

Portland

Wed 4/15

11:15 am-9:50 pm

2 stops8h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 4/18

3:00 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$317

SpokaneNew Orleans

GEG - MSY

GEGMSY

Spokane

Sat 4/11

5:30 am-1:44 pm

1 stop6h 14m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 4/18

1:57 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops9h 43m

$333

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Best time to book a flight from Washington to New Orleans

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington to New Orleans

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from State of Washington to New Orleans?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of Washington to New Orleans (average of $155). Flying from State of Washington to New Orleans in March is currently the most expensive (average of $245). 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 WA to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington 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 March 24, 2026.

When flying from State of Washington to New Orleans, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 32% versus a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from State of Washington to New Orleans

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington to New Orleans. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 24, 2026.

The most flights from USWA to MSY are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington 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?

    For a flight from Washington to New Orleans, you will be flying into Louis Armstrong. New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is just 11.4 mi from the center of the city.

  • How popular is this State of Washington to New Orleans flight route?

    The Washington to New Orleans Louis Armstrong flight path was viewed by 8 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from State of Washington to New Orleans?

    For as low as $247, Southwest can have you in New Orleans from State of Washington in 6h 10m. The distance from State of Washington to New Orleans is about 2046 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $89. Southwest flights start at $97 while deals on Delta start at $98 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from State of Washington to New Orleans?

    When deciding which route to take from State of Washington to New Orleans consider Seattle/Tacoma Intl - New Orleans Louis Armstrong, Portland - New Orleans Louis Armstrong or Spokane - New Orleans Louis Armstrong as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from State of Washington to New Orleans?

    Before booking your flight to New Orleans from State of Washington, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Delta (100%), Air Tahiti Nui (91%), Alaska Airlines( 82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from State of Washington to New Orleans?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $170. While the most popular route (Seattle/Tacoma Intl - New Orleans Louis Armstrong) can be booked for $177 on average, our data indicates $602 when flying from State of Washington to New Orleans.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington 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 State of Washington to New Orleans?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of Washington to New Orleans (average of $155). Flying from State of Washington to New Orleans in March is currently the most expensive (average of $245). 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 Washington to New Orleans

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Washington 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 March 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$128Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$133Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$139Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
American AirlinesCheapest$178Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$178Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$194Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$257Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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