Reagan-National

$98+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Reagan-National (DCA)

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MSY — DCA
Oct 11 — Oct 181
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National are usually found in September or February, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Reagan-National

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to Reagan-National (DCA). 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$187
(Southwest)

One-way from

$98
(Southwest)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$267

Good round-trip deal

$227 or less

Good one-way deal

$128 or less
From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
One-way flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($43 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National.
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Reagan-National
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Reagan-National. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

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Sat 12/136:30 amMSY - DCA
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Sat 1/106:00 amDCA - MSY
2 stops7h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$187
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Tue 10/75:00 pmMSY - DCA
Nonstop2h 20mSouthwest
Mon 10/138:35 pmDCA - MSY
Nonstop2h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 9/9$188
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Sat 11/15:05 amMSY - DCA
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Wed 11/511:40 amDCA - MSY
2 stops7h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 9/11$191
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Sat 11/110:53 amMSY - DCA
Nonstop2h 31mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/56:45 amDCA - MSY
Nonstop2h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$192
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Tue 11/46:40 amMSY - DCA
2 stops7h 25mSouthwest
Sun 11/96:10 amDCA - MSY
1 stop6h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$194
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Wed 10/110:25 amMSY - DCA
Nonstop2h 30mSouthwest
Sat 10/411:00 amDCA - MSY
Nonstop2h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$195
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Wed 10/1510:46 amMSY - DCA
Nonstop2h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/1811:59 amDCA - MSY
Nonstop2h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$199
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Wed 11/510:54 amMSY - DCA
1 stop8h 27mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/87:30 amDCA - MSY
Nonstop2h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$200
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Tue 9/3010:25 amMSY - DCA
Nonstop2h 30mSouthwest
Sat 10/411:00 amDCA - MSY
Nonstop2h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 9/9$201
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Fri 10/176:45 pmMSY - DCA
1 stop4h 14mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/218:19 amDCA - MSY
Nonstop2h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$202
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Mon 12/156:40 amMSY - DCA
2 stops7h 25mSouthwest
Wed 12/177:30 pmDCA - MSY
Nonstop2h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 9/9$203

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

Fly from

New Orleans

Fly to

Reagan-National

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - DCA

MSYDCA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 9/30

10:25 am-1:55 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 10/4

11:00 am-12:40 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$201

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - DCA

MSYDCA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 11/8

6:30 am-1:30 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 11/15

11:40 am-6:20 pm

2 stops7h 40m

$204

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - DCA

MSYDCA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/9

5:25 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop3h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 10/12

7:30 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$208

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - DCA

MSYDCA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/30

6:55 am-2:45 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 11/3

7:30 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$208

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - DCA

MSYDCA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 10/10

4:27 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop5h 58m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 10/12

6:00 am-10:45 am

1 stop5h 45m

$217

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - DCA

MSYDCA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 10/3

5:13 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop4h 29m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 10/6

6:59 am-10:45 am

1 stop4h 46m

$217

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - DCA

MSYDCA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/9

3:32 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop6h 08m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 10/12

6:00 am-9:25 am

1 stop4h 25m

$217

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - DCA

MSYDCA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 11/7

4:52 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop4h 48m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 11/9

6:00 am-9:37 am

1 stop4h 37m

$217

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - DCA

MSYDCA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 11/5

9:05 am-2:53 pm

1 stop4h 48m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 11/8

4:03 pm-8:17 pm

1 stop5h 14m

$217

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - DCA

MSYDCA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 10/10

4:27 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop5h 58m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 10/11

12:31 pm-4:47 pm

1 stop5h 16m

$217

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The best insider tips for New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights

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Airports
MSY

MSY's TSA security checkpoint averages a 15-minute wait, making it efficient for early weekday flights to DCA.

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DCA

DCA has a dedicated Metro stop on the Yellow and Blue lines, providing easy access to downtown D.C. upon arrival.

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Reagan-National. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

The best time to book flights from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is 68 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 New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (average of $278). Flying from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 MSY to DCA?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Reagan-National. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 17% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Reagan-National

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Reagan-National. 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 Reagan-National. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from New Orleans to 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National from New Orleans. Booking flights from Louis Armstrong (MSY) to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National should be relatively easy as there are 3 daily outbound flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National from 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Airlines like Southwest and Delta fly from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in about 2h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 28m. The distance between New Orleans and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport round-trip from $59. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $159, and Delta, from $196. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 82% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    Before booking your flight to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport from New Orleans, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Republic Airways (89%), American Airlines (64%), Southwest( 63%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $255 for a flight from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $99 while the most popular route, (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National) is currently priced at $133.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (average of $278). Flying from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 5 airlines flying from New Orleans to Reagan-National

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Reagan-National. 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$59Average$163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$159Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$204Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$217Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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