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$97+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Dulles Intl (IAD)

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MSY — IAD
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl are usually found in August or January, booked 17 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Dulles Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to Dulles Intl (IAD). 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 August 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$163
(Expedia)

One-way from

$97
(FlightHub)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$289

Good round-trip deal

$676 or less

Good one-way deal

$265 or less
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Dulles Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Dulles Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 18, 2025.

This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/124:52 pmMSY - IAD
1 stop6h 23mFrontier
Sun 9/146:10 amIAD - MSY
1 stop10h 40mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$163
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/254:51 pmMSY - IAD
1 stop6h 24mFrontier
Mon 9/296:10 amIAD - MSY
1 stop10h 47mFrontier
Deal found 8/16$165
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Thu 8/281:35 pmMSY - IAD
1 stop9h 41mFrontier
Thu 9/46:10 amIAD - MSY
1 stop10h 40mFrontier
Deal found 8/16$167
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Fri 9/264:52 pmMSY - IAD
1 stop6h 23mFrontier
Sun 9/286:10 amIAD - MSY
1 stop10h 40mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$182
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Fri 10/34:52 pmMSY - IAD
1 stop6h 23mFrontier
Sun 10/56:10 amIAD - MSY
1 stop10h 40mFrontier
Deal found 8/16$184
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Fri 10/105:22 pmMSY - IAD
1 stop21h 04mFrontier
Sun 10/126:15 amIAD - MSY
1 stop11h 22mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$185
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Thu 10/2310:04 pmMSY - IAD
1 stop25h 07mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/274:45 pmIAD - MSY
1 stop16h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$194
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Fri 9/128:19 pmMSY - IAD
2 stops21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/157:14 pmIAD - MSY
1 stop13h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$196

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans to Dulles Intl 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 August 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Dulles Intl

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New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - IAD

MSYIAD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 9/12

4:52 pm-12:15 am

1 stop6h 23m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 9/14

6:10 am-3:50 pm

1 stop10h 40m

$163

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - IAD

MSYIAD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/23

5:57 pm-12:11 am

1 stop5h 14m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 10/27

6:15 am-4:37 pm

1 stop11h 22m

$163

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - IAD

MSYIAD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 9/5

4:52 pm-12:15 am

1 stop6h 23m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 9/7

6:10 am-3:50 pm

1 stop10h 40m

$163

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - IAD

MSYIAD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 9/19

4:52 pm-12:15 am

1 stop6h 23m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/22

6:10 am-3:57 pm

1 stop10h 47m

$163

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - IAD

MSYIAD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 9/4

4:51 pm-12:15 am

1 stop6h 24m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/8

6:10 am-3:57 pm

1 stop10h 47m

$163

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - IAD

MSYIAD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 10/20

5:32 pm-12:11 am

1 stop5h 39m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/23

6:15 am-4:37 pm

1 stop11h 22m

$163

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - IAD

MSYIAD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/2

4:51 pm-12:15 am

1 stop6h 24m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 10/20

6:15 am-4:37 pm

1 stop11h 22m

$163

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - IAD

MSYIAD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 9/19

4:52 pm-12:15 am

1 stop6h 23m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 9/21

6:10 am-3:50 pm

1 stop10h 40m

$163

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - IAD

MSYIAD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 9/12

4:52 pm-12:15 am

1 stop6h 23m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/15

6:10 am-3:57 pm

1 stop10h 47m

$163

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - IAD

MSYIAD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 9/23

12:40 pm-4:09 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

$99

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The best insider tips for New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport trip
Airports
MSY

Expect short security waits at MSY, with average times around 15 minutes, making it convenient for domestic travelers.

Read more about MSYby Brandon Schultz
IAD

Use the Silver Line Metro to reach downtown D.C. from IAD in under 40 minutes, a cost-effective option for arrivals.

Read more about IADby Ramsey Qubein
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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on IAD

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Dulles Intl

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Dulles Intl. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

Booking 17 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $302). Flying from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in April 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 IAD?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Dulles Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 18, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 77% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Dulles Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dulles Intl. 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 Dulles Intl. Reviews last updated August 18, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,925 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl?

    Most people fly from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) if they book a flight from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. On average, Louis Armstrong has 3 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl per day from 3 airlines. New Orleans Louis Armstrong is conveniently located just 11.4 mi from New Orleans’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Departing from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport will take you 6h 23m. The distance from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is about 954 mi.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport round-trip from $134. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $219, and American Airlines, from $268. You may be able to fly from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport for 60% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are Mesa Airlines (90%), United Airlines (84%) and Air Canada (84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,640 for a flight from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $127 while the most popular route, (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) is currently priced at $185.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans to Dulles Intl 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. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $302). Flying from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in April 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 3 airlines flying from New Orleans to Dulles Intl

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Dulles Intl. 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 August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$134Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$219Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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