Reagan-National

$105+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Reagan-National (DCA)

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MSY — DCA
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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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 July, booked 66 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$167
(Southwest)

One-way from

$109
(Delta)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$327

Good round-trip deal

$237 or less

Good one-way deal

$148 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. 10% potential increase in price ($40 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National.
Price to beat on a one-way 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 June 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/2610:16 amMSY - DCA
Nonstop2h 43mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/22:56 pmDCA - MSY
Nonstop2h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$157
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 9/153:50 pmMSY - DCA
Nonstop2h 30mSouthwest
Tue 9/166:00 amDCA - MSY
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 6/12$166
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/103:24 pmMSY - DCA
1 stop6h 32mJetBlue
Sun 10/126:25 amDCA - MSY
1 stop9h 04mJetBlue
Deal found 6/10$203
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/16:00 amMSY - DCA
1 stop5h 45mDelta
Sat 7/510:19 amDCA - MSY
1 stop6h 49mDelta
Deal found 6/9$217
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 6/305:30 pmMSY - DCA
1 stop5h 29mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/145:00 pmDCA - MSY
1 stop6h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$239
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Thu 6/126:01 pmMSY - DCA
1 stop26h 58mFrontier
Sat 6/141:00 pmDCA - MSY
1 stop29h 06mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$366

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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 8/26

10:16 am-1:59 pm

Nonstop2h 43m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/2

2:56 pm-4:41 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

$157

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - DCA

MSYDCA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 8/26

7:30 am-2:25 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/2

7:40 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

$167

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - DCA

MSYDCA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 7/21

12:18 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop9h 41m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/29

6:30 am-11:16 am

1 stop5h 46m

$203

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - DCA

MSYDCA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 7/1

6:00 am-12:45 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 7/5

10:19 am-4:08 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$217

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - DCA

MSYDCA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 6/30

5:30 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 29m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 7/14

5:00 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$239

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - DCA

MSYDCA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 6/15

6:01 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop16h 59m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 6/29

7:00 am-5:06 pm

1 stop11h 06m

$396

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - DCA

MSYDCA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 8/31

5:15 am-11:36 am

1 stop5h 21m

$105

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - DCA

MSYDCA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 7/4

12:48 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop5h 57m

$109

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - DCA

MSYDCA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 7/11

12:18 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop9h 41m

$110

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - DCA

MSYDCA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 8/9

2:30 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$116

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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.

Read more about DCAby Emily Zemler
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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 June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 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 June is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 June 12, 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 12% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Reagan-National by month

Plan your trip to Reagan-National by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Reagan-National by month

Plan your trip to Reagan-National by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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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 4 daily outbound flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National from 5 different airlines.

  • 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 $167. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $189, and JetBlue, from $203. Southwest is currently priced 50% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $109. Users have also found prices from $110 and $116 on JetBlue and American Airlines, respectively.

  • 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 (100%), PSA Airlines (90%), American Airlines( 75%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $247 for a flight from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $94 while the most popular route, (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National) is currently priced at $157.

  • 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 June is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$59Average$144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$209Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$220Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$249Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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