Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans from $41

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6:00 am - 7:54 amBWI-MSY
2h 54mnonstop
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4:52 pm - 12:17 amMSY-BWI
6h 25m1 stop
lun., sep. 8 - vie., sep. 12
Spirit Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:54 amBWI-MSY
2h 54mnonstop
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9:28 pm - 9:58 amMSY-BWI
11h 30m1 stop
$109Spirit Airlines
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dom., sep. 14 - mar., sep. 16
Southwest Logo
7:55 pm - 9:40 pmDCA-MSY
2h 45mnonstop
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10:40 am - 2:05 pmMSY-DCA
2h 25mnonstop
$217Southwest
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mar., oct. 14 - jue., oct. 16
United Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 9:57 amIAD-MSY
2h 42mnonstop
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8:00 am - 11:30 amMSY-IAD
2h 30mnonstop
$217United Airlines
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jue., oct. 2 - lun., oct. 6
American Airlines Logo
3:25 pm - 5:10 pmDCA-MSY
2h 45mnonstop
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10:46 am - 2:15 pmMSY-DCA
2h 29mnonstop
$219American Airlines
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mié., oct. 8 - mié., oct. 15
Southwest Logo
6:20 am - 12:40 pmDCA-MSY
7h 20m1 stop
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4:10 pm - 7:35 pmMSY-DCA
2h 25mnonstop
$227Southwest
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mar., oct. 14 - sáb., oct. 18
United Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 9:57 amIAD-MSY
2h 42mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
3:25 pm - 10:06 pmMSY-IAD
5h 41m1 stop
$227United Airlines
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sáb., oct. 4 - mar., oct. 7
American Airlines Logo
3:25 pm - 5:10 pmDCA-MSY
2h 45mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
5:13 am - 8:41 amMSY-DCA
2h 28mnonstop
$228American Airlines
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mié., oct. 29 - dom., nov. 2
Delta Logo
1:45 pm - 6:10 pmDCA-MSY
5h 25m1 stop
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5:25 pm - 11:04 pmMSY-DCA
4h 39m1 stop
$237Delta
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sáb., nov. 8 - mar., nov. 11
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1:45 pm - 4:47 pmDCA-MSY
4h 02m1 stop
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3:25 pm - 9:43 pmMSY-DCA
5h 18m1 stop
$238Delta
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sáb., oct. 18 - lun., oct. 20

Frontier flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans

Our best Frontier deals on Washington, D.C. to New Orleans flight tickets
Frontier
Oct 20
BWI10:00 amBaltimore/Washington
7h 37m
1 stop
MSY4:37 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Oct 23
MSY5:55 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 23m
1 stop
BWI12:18 amBaltimore/Washington
Frontier
Oct 2
BWI6:22 amBaltimore/Washington
10h 28m
1 stop
MSY3:50 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Oct 6
MSY4:52 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 01m
1 stop
BWI12:53 amBaltimore/Washington
Frontier
Sep 28
BWI6:22 amBaltimore/Washington
10h 28m
1 stop
MSY3:50 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Oct 2
MSY4:51 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 26m
1 stop
BWI12:17 amBaltimore/Washington

Delta flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans

Our best Delta deals on Washington, D.C. to New Orleans flight tickets
Delta
Nov 8
DCA1:45 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 25m
1 stop
MSY6:10 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Nov 11
MSY5:25 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 39m
1 stop
DCA11:04 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Delta
Oct 18
DCA1:45 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
4h 02m
1 stop
MSY4:47 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Oct 20
MSY3:25 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 18m
1 stop
DCA9:43 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Delta
Sep 10
DCA6:00 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
12h 58m
1 stop
MSY5:58 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sep 16
MSY1:05 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 25m
1 stop
DCA7:30 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

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Depart

Return

Price

BaltimoreNew Orleans

BWI - MSY

BWIMSY

Baltimore/Washington

lun. 9/8

6:00 am-7:54 am

Nonstop2h 54m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

vie. 9/12

4:52 pm-12:17 am

1 stop6h 25m

$108

BaltimoreNew Orleans

BWI - MSY

BWIMSY

Baltimore/Washington

dom. 9/14

6:00 am-7:54 am

Nonstop2h 54m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mar. 9/16

9:28 pm-9:58 am

1 stop11h 30m

$109

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

DCA - MSY

DCAMSY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mar. 10/14

7:55 pm-9:40 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 10/16

10:40 am-2:05 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$217

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

IAD - MSY

IADMSY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

jue. 10/2

8:15 am-9:57 am

Nonstop2h 42m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

lun. 10/6

8:00 am-11:30 am

Nonstop2h 30m

$217

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

DCA - MSY

DCAMSY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mié. 10/8

3:25 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mié. 10/15

10:46 am-2:15 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

$219

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

DCA - MSY

DCAMSY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mar. 10/14

6:20 am-12:40 pm

1 stop7h 20m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

sáb. 10/18

4:10 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$227

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

IAD - MSY

IADMSY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

sáb. 10/4

8:15 am-9:57 am

Nonstop2h 42m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mar. 10/7

3:25 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop5h 41m

$227

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

DCA - MSY

DCAMSY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mié. 10/29

3:25 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

dom. 11/2

5:13 am-8:41 am

Nonstop2h 28m

$228

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

DCA - MSY

DCAMSY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

sáb. 11/8

1:45 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop5h 25m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mar. 11/11

5:25 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop4h 39m

$237

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

DCA - MSY

DCAMSY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

sáb. 10/18

1:45 pm-4:47 pm

1 stop4h 02m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

lun. 10/20

3:25 pm-9:43 pm

1 stop5h 18m

$238

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to New Orleans?

The cheapest month to fly to New Orleans from Washington, D.C. is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $275, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit New Orleans during the month of September, then departing from Washington, D.C. during the month June is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $297.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New Orleans?

The cheapest day to depart from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $328. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans for around $440.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to New Orleans?

The cheapest time of day to fly to New Orleans is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $341. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to New Orleans, so prices are often more expensive at around $404 per ticket.

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

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How far in advance should I book a flight to New Orleans?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New Orleans from Washington, D.C. when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New Orleans for around $382 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New Orleans from Washington, D.C. for as low as $306 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Washington, D.C. to New Orleans Louis Armstrong flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Washington, D.C. to New Orleans Louis Armstrong flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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

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

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

As of August 2025, prices for Washington, D.C. to New Orleans flights are approximately 38% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Cheap Washington, D.C. to New Orleans (WAS to MSY) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$81

Fastest flight time

2h 30m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in New Orleans

1 airport
The best one-way flight to New Orleans from Washington, D.C. in the past 72 hours is $81. The best round-trip flight deal from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $163.
The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans takes 2h 30m
Direct flights go from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans every day.
There is 1 airport near New Orleans: New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY)
  • How far is Washington, D.C. to New Orleans Louis Armstrong by plane?

    Washington, D.C. and New Orleans Louis Armstrong are 964.2 mi apart from one another. By plane, this route typically takes 2h 39m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport?

    Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport are updated daily.

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

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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

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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $94Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,031 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $108Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,200 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $167Free CancellationRating
7.2
2,918 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $187Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,979 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $196Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $210Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,243 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $234Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,943 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From Washington, D.C. to New Orleans

    The lowest priced Southwest flight from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans from the last 72 hours was $210. Generally, Southwest has 10 flights on this route every week with an average price of $406. Southwest is rated 8.0/10 by our users.

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

    United Airlines is also a popular choice for this route. United Airlines flight deals for Washington, D.C. to New Orleans start from as low as $234 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average United Airlines deals seen on momondo around $452. United Airlines operates 9 flights to New Orleans from Washington, D.C. in an average week. Users have rated it 7.4/10 across 8,943 reviews.

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