What airlines fly to New Orleans?

Spirit Airlines, American Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to New Orleans from Washington, D.C. according to our data. Spirit Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 32% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to New Orleans. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to New Orleans on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to New Orleans?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Washington, D.C., such as Baltimore or Washington, D.C., and flying into New Orleans, then you can expect flight times to average 2h 30m and 2h 33m, respectively.

How many flights depart from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans on average per day?

13 flights are operational daily from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans as of July 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 5:00PM, with 62% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans Louis Armstrong?

Spirit Airlines, Southwest, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans Louis Armstrong

How many flights depart from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans on average per week?

As of July 2025, 94 flights take off from Washington, D.C. and land in New Orleans each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 21% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

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There are 7 operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport as of July 2025.

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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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 August. Flight prices, which tend to average around $276, 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 August, then departing from Washington, D.C. during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $286.

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 $437.

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 $353. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to New Orleans, so prices are often more expensive at around $394 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 $378 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 $313 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 July 2025, prices for Washington, D.C. to New Orleans flights are approximately 9% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to New Orleans from Washington, D.C. in the past 72 hours is $35. The best round-trip flight deal from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $70.

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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 30m.
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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There are 7 operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport as of July 2025.
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.
What is the most popular plane model from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) (13.70% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737 MAX 8 (12.70%), Airbus A319 (11.44%), and Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 (10.08%).
What is the most popular airline from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Washington, D.C. and New Orleans, the leading airline is Spirit Airlines, making up 30% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include American Airlines with 26%, Southwest with 22%, and United Airlines with 20%.

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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 $222. Generally, Southwest has 13 flights on this route every week with an average price of $416. 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 $209 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average United Airlines deals seen on momondo around $468. United Airlines operates 8 flights to New Orleans from Washington, D.C. in an average week. Users have rated it 7.4/10 across 8,846 reviews.

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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?

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 $437.

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 $353. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to New Orleans, so prices are often more expensive at around $394 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?

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 July 2025, prices for Washington, D.C. to New Orleans flights are approximately 9% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans Louis Armstrong?

Spirit Airlines, Southwest, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans Louis Armstrong

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How many flights depart from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans on average per day?

13 flights are operational daily from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans as of July 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 5:00PM, with 62% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans on average per week?

As of July 2025, 94 flights take off from Washington, D.C. and land in New Orleans each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 21% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How long does it take to fly to New Orleans?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Washington, D.C., such as Baltimore or Washington, D.C., and flying into New Orleans, then you can expect flight times to average 2h 30m and 2h 33m, respectively.

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