Washington, D.C.

$51+ Cheap flights from Louisiana to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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MSY — WAS
May 6 — May 131
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Cheap flight deals from Louisiana to Washington, D.C.

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Louisiana to Washington, D.C. flight deals. Data was last updated May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$104
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$51
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$261

Good round-trip deal

$167 or less

Good one-way deal

$73 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for New Orleans Louis Armstrong-Washington, D.C. (WAS) flight deals.
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From Louisiana to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from Louisiana to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($12 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Louisiana to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/233:51 pmMSY - BWI
Nonstop2h 29mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/2510:46 pmBWI - MSY
Nonstop2h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$104
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/136:14 amMSY - BWI
1 stop10h 34mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/1510:58 amBWI - MSY
1 stop5h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$190
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Mon 6/306:32 pmMSY - BWI
1 stop4h 43mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/83:21 pmBWI - MSY
1 stop5h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$205
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Tue 5/610:49 amMSY - BWI
1 stop8h 07mFrontier
Sun 5/116:07 amBWI - MSY
1 stop10h 11mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$208
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sat 5/245:30 pmMSY - DCA
1 stop5h 29mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/298:20 amDCA - MSY
1 stop5h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sat 5/245:30 pmMSY - IAD
1 stop5h 28mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/298:30 amIAD - MSY
1 stop5h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$209
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/205:55 pmMSY - DCA
Nonstop2h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/241:00 pmDCA - MSY
Nonstop2h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$210
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sat 5/2412:46 pmMSY - DCA
1 stop4h 36mDelta
Fri 5/306:34 pmDCA - MSY
1 stop4h 32mDelta
Deal found 4/29$217
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Sat 6/77:46 amMSY - BWI
1 stop4h 01mDelta
Wed 6/111:34 pmBWI - MSY
1 stop5h 37mDelta
Deal found 4/30$217
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Wed 5/289:50 amMSY - IAD
1 stop3h 52mDelta
Sat 5/316:00 pmIAD - MSY
1 stop5h 46mDelta
Deal found 4/29$217
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Thu 5/157:50 pmMSY - DCA
1 stop25h 09mFrontier
Sat 5/176:00 pmDCA - MSY
1 stop25h 50mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$218
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Thu 5/2911:16 amMSY - IAD
1 stop10h 57mFrontier
Thu 6/55:50 amIAD - MSY
1 stop10h 36mFrontier
Deal found 4/29$218

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Louisiana to Washington, D.C. 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Louisiana to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New OrleansBaltimore

MSY - BWI

MSYBWI

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 5/23

3:51 pm-7:20 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 5/26

10:46 pm-12:30 am

Nonstop2h 44m

$104

New OrleansBaltimore

MSY - BWI

MSYBWI

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/13

6:14 am-5:48 pm

1 stop10h 34m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 5/15

10:58 am-3:18 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$190

New OrleansBaltimore

MSY - BWI

MSYBWI

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 6/30

6:32 pm-12:15 am

1 stop4h 43m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 7/8

3:21 pm-7:34 pm

1 stop5h 13m

$205

New OrleansBaltimore

MSY - BWI

MSYBWI

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/13

10:49 am-7:30 pm

1 stop7h 41m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 5/15

10:58 am-3:18 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$208

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - DCA

MSYDCA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 5/24

5:30 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 29m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 5/29

8:20 am-1:16 pm

1 stop5h 56m

$209

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - IAD

MSYIAD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 5/24

5:30 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop5h 28m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/29

8:30 am-1:16 pm

1 stop5h 46m

$209

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - DCA

MSYDCA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/20

5:55 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 5/24

1:00 pm-2:46 pm

Nonstop2h 46m

$210

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - DCA

MSYDCA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 5/24

12:46 pm-6:22 pm

1 stop4h 36m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 5/30

6:34 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop4h 32m

$217

New OrleansBaltimore

MSY - BWI

MSYBWI

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 6/7

7:46 am-12:47 pm

1 stop4h 01m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 6/11

1:34 pm-6:11 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$217

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - IAD

MSYIAD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 5/28

9:50 am-2:42 pm

1 stop3h 52m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 5/31

6:00 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop5h 46m

$217

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Louisiana to Washington, D.C.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisiana to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Louisiana to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $373). 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 LA to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Louisiana to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

When flying from Louisiana to Washington, D.C., the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Louisiana to Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from Louisiana to Washington, D.C.. 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 May 1, 2025.

The most flights from USLA to WAS are scheduled on a Thursday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. 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. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., 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 Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Louisiana to Washington, D.C. by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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 are the cheapest airlines to fly from Louisiana to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $51. Frontier flights start at $88 while deals on Southwest start at $93 one-way.

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    Before booking your flight to Washington, D.C. from Louisiana, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Republic Airways (100%), United Airlines (94%), Air Canada( 94%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Louisiana to Washington, D.C.?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Louisiana to Washington, D.C.? While on average our users pay $1,002, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $124. The most popular route (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), is priced around $210.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisiana to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Louisiana to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $373). 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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Spirit AirlinesCheapest$59Average$153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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