Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to New Orleans (MSY)
The best prices from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in August or September, booked 20 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Friday
How to find the cheapest flight from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans
All the information you need to plan the best WAS to MSY flight in 2022: compare Washington, D.C. to New Orleans flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in New Orleans.
WAS - MSY Price | $206 - $291 |
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MSY Temperature | 51.8 - 82.4 °F |
MSY Rainfall | 3.3 - 6.4 inches |
| Popular in | May | High demand for flights, 10% potential price rise |
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| Cheapest in | August | Best time to find cheap flights, 21% potential price drop |
| Round-trip from | $206 | From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to New Orleans Louis Armstrong |
| One-way from | $98 | One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to New Orleans Louis Armstrong |
What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans?
Users have found that leaving on a Monday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 34% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.
How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans?
Users have found that booking a flight from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans at least 19 days early can save you up to 23% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 19 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans for as little as $254 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $329 for flights departing within the next 3 days.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans?
Flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans lean towards being more expensive in May. Prices are generally better when you fly from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans in August, with the cheapest ticket starting at $132.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans (WAS - MSY)?
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 41% on airfare.
Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans in May, June 2022
The best prices found for WAS to MSY flights for May, June
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Washington, D.C. to New Orleans 2022 flight deals
Cheap flights to New Orleans from Washington, D.C. found for this year
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Cheap JetBlue flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans
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JetBlue is one of the most popular airlines used for those traveling from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans. Flights from JetBlue traveling this route typically cost $414.30 RT. This price is typically 71% more expensive than other airlines that offer Washington, D.C. to New Orleans flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $160. The most popular departure airport in Washington, D.C. when flying to New Orleans is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. The most popular airport to fly into when visiting New Orleans is New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport. When flying from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans, JetBlue flights are 19% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.
Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans
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If you’re traveling from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is Spirit Airlines. Washington, D.C. to New Orleans flights are typically 29% cheaper than other airlines traveling the same route. Flights from Spirit Airlines typically cost $357.95 RT. The cheapest Spirit Airlines flight found for this route was $161. When traveling from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans on Spirit Airlines, the most popular airport to depart from is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and the most popular airport to arrive at is New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport. When flying from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans, Spirit Airlines flights are 19% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.
Non-stop flights to New Orleans from Washington, D.C.
Save time with Washington, D.C. to New Orleans direct flight deals
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Last minute flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans
Late deals on return flights to New Orleans from Washington, D.C., departing today and this week
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One-way flights to New Orleans Louis Armstrong from Washington, D.C.
The cheapest one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans
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Related info for your journey
Useful info, stats and facts about Washington, D.C. to New Orleans flights.
What airport do you fly into for flights to New Orleans from Washington, D.C.?
If you book a flight to New Orleans from Washington, D.C., you will be flying to Louis Armstrong, which is the city’s only airport. New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is located 11.4 mi from the center of New Orleans. There are 17 flights from Washington, D.C. to Louis Armstrong per day from 11 different airlines.
Which airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans Louis Armstrong have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?
Spirit Airlines, American Airlines, and United Airlines are some of the carriers that may have flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for other airlines that may also have this kind of flexibility.
Can I find flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans for under $200 on Cheapflights?
Yes, there are multiple flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $103, but on average you can expect to pay $127.
Are there nonstop flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans for under $200 on Cheapflights?
Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans is less than $136.
Are there last-minute flights available from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans for under $200?
There are currently 20+ open flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans within the next 7 days for less than $200.
What days are nonstop flights available from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans?
Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Wednesday, Thursday.
How many flights depart from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans on average per day?
On average 7 flights depart from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans per day.
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 100% of flight departures
How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans?
A quick flight from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans can take about 2h 43m. Spirit Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $103. The distance from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans is about 960 mi. Most flights are nonstop.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans round-trip?
Spirit Airlines, at $103, was found to be the cheapest airline from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans.. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 60% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans?
While some choose either Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - New Orleans Louis Armstrong or Baltimore/Washington - New Orleans Louis Armstrong, Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - New Orleans Louis Armstrong is the most popular route from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans.
What are the most popular airlines that fly from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans?
American Airlines, Delta and Juneyao Airlines are the most popular airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans.
What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans?
Consider Republic Airways (86%), Lufthansa (76%) or Brussels Airlines (74%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans.
What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans? While on average our users pay $512, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $204. The most popular route (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), is priced around $275.
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Can I fly to New Orleans Louis Armstrong from Washington, D.C. right now?
Most visitors from Washington, D.C. need to provide a negative COVID-19 test result and/or quarantine to enter New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Washington, D.C. must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) or Antigen (quick-test) test taken 1 day for RT-PCR (NAAT) and 1 day for Antigen (quick-test) before departing to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Washington, D.C. are not required to quarantine after entering New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
Can I fly back to Washington, D.C. from New Orleans Louis Armstrong?
COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from New Orleans Louis Armstrong must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) or Antigen (quick-test) test taken 1 day for RT-PCR (NAAT) and 1 day for Antigen (quick-test) before departing to Washington, D.C..
Quarantine requirements
Visitors from New Orleans Louis Armstrong are not required to quarantine after entering Washington, D.C..
Top 5 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans
The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
Hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans
See what time of day planes typically take off from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans
| 7%of flight departures | Early morningMidnight to 6 am |
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| 21%of flight departures | Morning6 am to noon |
| 61%of flight departures | AfternoonNoon to 6 pm |
| 11%of flight departures | Evening6 pm to midnight |
Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans
See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans
| Sunday | 18daily flights |
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| Monday | 18daily flights |
| Tuesday | 18daily flights |
| Wednesday | 18daily flights |
| Thursday | 12daily flights |
| Friday | 18daily flights |
| Saturday | 17daily flights |