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Spirit Airlines Logo
9:42 am - 1:10 pm
MSY
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BWI
2h 28mnonstop
Spirit Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 9:29 pm
BWI
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MSY
9h 29m1 stop
$124Spirit Airlines
Wed, Jan 7 - Wed, Jan 14
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:49 pm - 11:47 pm
MSY
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BWI
5h 58m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:45 pm - 6:16 pm
BWI
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MSY
5h 31m1 stop
$128Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 8 - Sat, Jan 10
American Airlines Logo
6:06 pm - 9:30 pm
MSY
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DCA
2h 24mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
8:36 pm - 10:42 pm
DCA
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MSY
3h 06mnonstop
$181American Airlines
Fri, Jan 16 - Sun, Jan 18
American Airlines Logo
9:15 am - 9:17 pm
MSY
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IAD
11h 02m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:08 pm
IAD
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MSY
12h 08m1 stop
$185American Airlines
Thu, Jan 8 - Sat, Jan 10
Southwest Logo
10:50 am - 2:15 pm
MSY
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DCA
2h 25mnonstop
Southwest Logo
6:10 am - 1:40 pm
DCA
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MSY
8h 30m1 stop
$186Southwest
Thu, Feb 5 - Sun, Feb 8
United Airlines Logo
12:40 pm - 4:06 pm
MSY
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IAD
2h 26mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
6:03 am - 1:09 pm
IAD
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MSY
8h 06m1 stop
$186United Airlines
Thu, Jan 8 - Sat, Jan 10
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 11:25 am
MSY
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IAD
2h 25mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
5:17 pm - 10:38 pm
IAD
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MSY
6h 21m1 stop
$191United Airlines
Fri, Feb 20 - Sat, Feb 21
Delta Logo
3:36 pm - 8:32 pm
MSY
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DCA
3h 56m1 stop
Delta Logo
12:20 pm - 4:20 pm
DCA
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MSY
5h 00m1 stop
$197Delta
Sat, Jan 31 - Wed, Feb 4
Delta Logo
3:36 pm - 8:20 pm
MSY
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IAD
3h 44m1 stop
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 9:46 am
IAD
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MSY
4h 46m1 stop
$197Delta
Sat, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 7
Southwest Logo
4:35 pm - 8:00 pm
MSY
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DCA
2h 25mnonstop
Southwest Logo
1:00 pm - 8:20 pm
DCA
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MSY
8h 20m1 stop
$200Southwest
Wed, Jan 28 - Sun, Feb 1

United Airlines flights from New Orleans to Washington, D.C.

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United Airlines
Jan 8
MSY12:40 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
2h 26m
IAD4:06 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Jan 10
IAD6:03 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 06m
1 stop
MSY1:09 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$186
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United Airlines
Feb 20
MSY8:00 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
2h 25m
IAD11:25 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Feb 21
IAD5:17 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
6h 21m
1 stop
MSY10:38 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$191
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United Airlines
Jan 1
MSY8:05 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
2h 26m
IAD11:31 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Jan 8
IAD8:25 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
2h 59m
MSY10:24 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$204
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American Airlines flights from New Orleans to Washington, D.C.

Our best American Airlines deals on New Orleans to Washington, D.C. flight tickets
American Airlines
Jan 16
MSY6:06 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
2h 24m
DCA9:30 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Jan 18
DCA8:36 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
3h 06m
MSY10:42 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$181
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American Airlines
Jan 8
MSY9:15 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
11h 02m
1 stop
IAD9:17 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Jan 10
IAD6:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
12h 08m
1 stop
MSY5:08 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$185
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American Airlines
Jan 7
MSY2:10 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 26m
1 stop
DCA7:36 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Jan 14
DCA6:00 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
3h 08m
MSY8:08 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$191
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Return

Price

New OrleansBaltimore

MSY - BWI

MSYBWI

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 1/7

9:42 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 1/14

1:00 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop9h 29m

$124

New OrleansBaltimore

MSY - BWI

MSYBWI

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/8

4:49 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop5h 58m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 1/10

1:45 pm-6:16 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$128

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - DCA

MSYDCA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 1/16

6:06 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/18

8:36 pm-10:42 pm

Nonstop3h 06m

$181

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - IAD

MSYIAD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/8

9:15 am-9:17 pm

1 stop11h 02m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/10

6:00 am-5:08 pm

1 stop12h 08m

$185

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - DCA

MSYDCA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 2/5

10:50 am-2:15 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 2/8

6:10 am-1:40 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$186

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - IAD

MSYIAD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/8

12:40 pm-4:06 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/10

6:03 am-1:09 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$186

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - IAD

MSYIAD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 2/20

8:00 am-11:25 am

Nonstop2h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 2/21

5:17 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$191

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - DCA

MSYDCA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 1/31

3:36 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop3h 56m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 2/4

12:20 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$197

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - IAD

MSYIAD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 1/31

3:36 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop3h 44m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 2/7

6:00 am-9:46 am

1 stop4h 46m

$197

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - DCA

MSYDCA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 1/28

4:35 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 2/1

1:00 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$200

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New Orleans and Washington, D.C.?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C.?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. from New Orleans, with most prices found around $217. If you’re not able to fly to Washington, D.C. in August, then October is your next best option. Flight prices from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. during October average around $223.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C.?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Washington, D.C. from New Orleans is on a Friday. momondo users have found tickets for Friday departures for as low as $382. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. for around $732.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C.?

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. when you can find flight prices for as low as $188. Flying to Washington, D.C. in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $678. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Washington, D.C. flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Washington, D.C.?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Washington, D.C. from New Orleans when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Washington, D.C. for around $332 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Washington, D.C. from New Orleans for as low as $220 on momondo.

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Can stopping save me money on New Orleans to Washington, D.C. flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between New Orleans to Washington, D.C..

How have New Orleans to Washington, D.C. flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for New Orleans to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 4% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from New Orleans to Washington, D.C.

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Best Price Found

$102

Fastest flight time

2h 20m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Washington, D.C.

3 airports
The best one-way flight to Washington, D.C. from New Orleans in the past 72 hours is $102. The best round-trip flight deal from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $132.
The fastest flight from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. takes 2h 20m
Direct flights go from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. every day.
There are 3 airports near Washington, D.C.: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA), Baltimore/Washington (BWI), Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
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  • How far is New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Washington, D.C. by plane?

    The distance between New Orleans Louis Armstrong and Washington, D.C. is about 964.2 mi. Typically, this will take 2h 20m by plane in normal conditions.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Washington, D.C..

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Washington, D.C.?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Washington, D.C. can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Washington, D.C.. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Best airlines flying from New Orleans to Washington, D.C.

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $93Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,157 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $134Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,011 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $159Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,066 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $184Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,047 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $188Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,250 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From New Orleans to Washington, D.C.

    Southwest flies from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. around 10 times per week, with 4,250 momondo users rating the airline 8.0/10. The cheapest Southwest deal from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. in the last 72 hours was $188 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $336 for Southwest flights on this route.

  • United Airlines Flights From New Orleans to Washington, D.C.

    United Airlines is also a popular choice for this route. United Airlines flight deals for New Orleans to Washington, D.C. start from as low as $159 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average United Airlines deals seen on momondo around $370. United Airlines operates 9 flights to Washington, D.C. from New Orleans in an average week. Users have rated it 7.4/10 across 9,066 reviews.

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Fly into one of these airports located in Washington, D.C.

Airports listed have a maximum distance of 22.4 mi from Washington, D.C.
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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport