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$64+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 10/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — MSY
Aug 22 — Aug 291
Sat 8/22
Sat 8/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 23, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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.
Mon 8/106:25 am
BWI
-
MSY
1 stop6h 26m
Frontier
Thu 8/135:02 pm
MSY
-
BWI
1 stop13h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 7/18$232
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/59:24 am
BWI
-
MSY
1 stop7h 39m
Frontier
Tue 11/104:58 pm
MSY
-
BWI
1 stop14h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 7/21$233
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/259:32 pm
BWI
-
MSY
2 stops15h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/277:11 pm
MSY
-
BWI
1 stop11h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22$234
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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 8/79:32 pm
BWI
-
MSY
1 stop19h 52m
Frontier
Sun 8/165:02 pm
MSY
-
BWI
1 stop13h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 7/18$235
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/58:45 am
BWI
-
MSY
1 stop10h 17m
Frontier
Sun 9/66:17 pm
MSY
-
BWI
1 stop5h 06m
Frontier
Deal found 7/19$236
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/138:35 am
BWI
-
MSY
1 stop8h 32m
Frontier
Mon 8/179:48 pm
MSY
-
BWI
2 stops32h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 7/21$238
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/216:45 am
BWI
-
MSY
1 stop12h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/248:00 am
MSY
-
BWI
2 stops14h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/20$239
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/198:45 am
BWI
-
MSY
1 stop10h 17m
Frontier
Tue 8/257:11 pm
MSY
-
BWI
1 stop11h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 7/19$240
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/126:05 am
BWI
-
MSY
1 stop6h 46m
Frontier
Wed 8/267:11 pm
MSY
-
BWI
1 stop11h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 7/19$241
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/309:50 pm
BWI
-
MSY
1 stop19h 08m
Frontier
Tue 11/34:58 pm
MSY
-
BWI
1 stop6h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 7/19$243
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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 9/58:39 pm
IAD
-
MSY
2 stops20h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/145:02 pm
MSY
-
IAD
1 stop6h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/18$251
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/107:00 am
DCA
-
MSY
1 stop15h 03m
Frontier
Thu 8/139:48 pm
MSY
-
DCA
1 stop14h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 7/18$252

Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 July 23, 2026.

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$232
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$64
(Kiwi.com)

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July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$412

Good round-trip deal

$297 or less

Good one-way deal

$142 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 July 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

DCA - MSY

DCAMSY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 9/11

4:35 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop6h 41m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/14

1:40 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$263

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

DCA - MSY

DCAMSY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 9/5

2:55 pm-4:35 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 9/9

10:45 am-2:15 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$263

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

DCA - MSY

DCAMSY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 8/18

6:10 am-11:24 am

1 stop6h 14m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 8/19

7:44 am-2:13 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$263

BaltimoreNew Orleans

BWI - MSY

BWIMSY

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 9/3

3:30 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop5h 40m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 9/6

7:15 am-10:45 am

Nonstop2h 30m

$278

BaltimoreNew Orleans

BWI - MSY

BWIMSY

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 9/11

5:40 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop5h 45m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/14

4:10 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$278

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

DCA - MSY

DCAMSY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 8/20

3:15 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops7h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 8/22

12:35 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$284

BaltimoreNew Orleans

BWI - MSY

BWIMSY

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 8/13

8:10 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 8/15

6:30 am-10:00 am

Nonstop2h 30m

$291

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

DCA - MSY

DCAMSY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 10/17

6:10 am-11:26 am

1 stop6h 16m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 10/19

5:13 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop4h 56m

$293

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

IAD - MSY

IADMSY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/9

6:09 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop6h 28m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/14

7:23 pm-12:41 am

1 stop4h 18m

$293

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

IAD - MSY

IADMSY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/10

8:02 pm-9:49 pm

Nonstop2h 47m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 8/12

10:24 am-5:37 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$301

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust 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.-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.-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-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.-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 Washington, D.C. to New Orleans

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New Orleans from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans (average of $308). Flying from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans in June is currently the most expensive (average of $416). 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 WAS to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 July 23, 2026.

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 in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 11% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 July 23, 2026.

The most flights from WAS to MSY are scheduled on a Friday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Atlanta (ATL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 60% of 1-stop itineraries from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Atlanta (ATL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $237.

What’s the fastest layover option from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 53m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Houston (IAH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 43m.

How often are flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans delayed?

About 13% of weekly flights between Washington, D.C. and New Orleans have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 162 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Washington, D.C. to New Orleans flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Washington, D.C. to New Orleans flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% of flights being delayed.

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

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans is 66 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 day to fly from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on July 18, 2026.

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

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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 July 23, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,479 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,024 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,832 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,770 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. 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.?

    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 11 flights from Washington, D.C. to Louis Armstrong per day from 6 different airlines.

  • 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 40m. JetBlue provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $263. The distance from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans is about 969 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Delta, at $112, was found to be the cheapest airline from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Frontier and JetBlue. Users have found that Delta is 69% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $80. Users have also found prices from $108 and $112 on American Airlines and Delta, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans?

    While some choose either Baltimore/Washington - New Orleans Louis Armstrong or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - 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 reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans?

    Consider Mesa Airlines (100%), Air Canada (87%) or Copa Airlines (87%) 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 $332, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $97. The most popular route (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), is priced around $169.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. 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, D.C. to New Orleans.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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. to New Orleans?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans (average of $308). Flying from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans in June is currently the most expensive (average of $416). 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 Washington, D.C. to New Orleans

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 July 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$112Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$124Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$181Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$217Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$217Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$217Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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