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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington D.C. to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $244. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

New Orleans.$155 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Apr, returning Thu, 30 Apr.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sun, 26 Apr, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $155, select.

New Orleans.$244 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 May, returning Tue, 5 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sat, 2 May, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Tue, 5 May, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $244, select.

New Orleans.$277 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 May, returning Tue, 2 Jun.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Tue, 12 May, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $277, select.

New Orleans.$290 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Apr, returning Sat, 2 May.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Mon, 13 Apr, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Sat, 2 May, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $290, select.

New Orleans.$303 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Jun, returning Tue, 9 Jun.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $303, select.

New Orleans.$382 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 May, returning Tue, 2 Jun.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Thu, 28 May, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $382, select.

New Orleans.$382 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun, returning Wed, 3 Jun.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $382, select.

New Orleans.$382 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 May, returning Sun, 10 May.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sat, 9 May, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Sun, 10 May, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $382, select.

New Orleans.$403 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Jul, returning Sun, 19 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Fri, 17 Jul, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Sun, 19 Jul, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $403, select.

New Orleans.$405 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Aug, returning Fri, 14 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sun, 9 Aug, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Fri, 14 Aug, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $405, select.

New Orleans.$440 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Apr, returning Sat, 2 May.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Sat, 2 May, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $440, select.

New Orleans.$469 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Jun, returning Wed, 1 Jul.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $469, select.

New Orleans.$475 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul, returning Sun, 2 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Sun, 2 Aug, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $475, select.

New Orleans.$535 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Jul, returning Sat, 18 Jul.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Sat, 11 Jul, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Sat, 18 Jul, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $535, select.

New Orleans.$564 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug, returning Tue, 8 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $564, select.

New Orleans.$580 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul, returning Mon, 3 Aug.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $580, select.

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Cheapest flight found	$77
Cheapest month to fly	April
Average flight time	2 hrs, 49 mins
Most popular airline	American Airlines
Average flights per week	174

Finding cheap flights from Washington D.C. to New Orleans Louis Armstrong: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Washington D.C. to New Orleans Louis Armstrong?

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington D.C. to New Orleans Louis Armstrong is $155. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Washington D.C. to New Orleans Louis Armstrong?

2 hours and 49 minutes is the average flight time from Washington D.C. to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

Which airlines fly direct from Washington D.C. to New Orleans Louis Armstrong?

American Airlines, Southwest Airlines and British Airways fly direct from Washington D.C. to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

How many flights are there a week from Washington D.C. to New Orleans Louis Armstrong?

As of April 2026, there are 174 flights per week flying from Washington D.C. to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington D.C. to New Orleans Louis Armstrong?

The cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to New Orleans Louis Armstrong is usually April.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport on Sunday, 26 April 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Washington D.C. to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 49 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to New Orleans Louis Armstrong?

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When is the best time to book flights to New Orleans?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to New Orleans is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Washington D.C. to New Orleans Louis Armstrong with?

The cheapest airline that flies to New Orleans Louis Armstrong is Frontier Airlines .

Flying from Washington DC to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport (MSY): What you need to know

Kick off your travels at one of Washington DC's main airports, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Explore your options for booking a flight from Washington DC to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport (MSY) jetting off from either of these.
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 55 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Washington DC to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport flight.
The timezone in New Orleans is UTC-6, which is one hour behind Washington DC. Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport is located in New Orleans.
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport (MSY) is the most popular route. There are 33 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with Southwest Airlines at 8:35pm. Opt for the first DCA to MSY departure with Southwest Airlines at 7:25am if you want to get going earlier.
To ensure you catch your flight from Washington DC to MSY, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're getting away during a peak month like April, get to the terminal even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Security lines will be longer during holiday periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Washington DC to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport (MSY) depart from this terminal.
You can get away on a direct flight from Washington DC to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport with American Airlines. This top airline operates departures from DCA.
Most passengers prefer to fly with American Airlines between DCA and MSY.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 73.26% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Washington DC to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Of all flights departing from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 76% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

You can book a direct Washington DC to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport (MSY) plane ticket with departures from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Work out whether departing from IAD makes the most sense for you.
From IAD, direct flights from Washington DC to MSY are available with United Airlines.
On the IAD to MSY route, United is the go-to airline for most travellers.
The top carrier for punctuality is United. Its Washington Dulles International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport flights arrive as planned 76.23% of the time.
You can reach IAD from central Washington DC in approximately 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Washington DC to MSY flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport:
74% of flights leaving Washington Dulles International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)

One flight, zero drama. You can take a direct flight from Washington DC to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport departing from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI).
Soar above the clouds with any of these carriers that offer direct Washington DC to MSY plane tickets from BWI:
Southwest Airlines is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from BWI to MSY.
Southwest Airlines is the top performer for punctuality on this route.
From the centre of Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It takes roughly 40 minutes to reach the airport by car and 50 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Washington DC to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Baltimore Washington International Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out early:
Flights departing from BWI make it to their destination as scheduled 77% of the time.

About Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport (MSY)

The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Washington DC to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near MSY instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Thrifty and explore beyond New Orleans's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Washington DC to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
MSY is located at 900 Airline Highway.

Getting from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport (MSY) to central New Orleans

Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport is around 18 kilometres from the centre of New Orleans. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It typically takes 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport (MSY)

At the moment, $77 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $155. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap flights from Washington DC to MSY by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The best month for landing cheap Washington DC to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Washington DC to MSY.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport (MSY)

February is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport (MSY). Visit New Orleans in September for a more low-key escape.
Book a Washington DC to MSY plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in New Orleans to range from 25ºC to 36ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport in January when temperatures are between 4ºC and 18ºC.

More about New Orleans

After booking your flight from Washington DC to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring New Orleans:
Your visit to New Orleans won't be complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions you won't want to miss include Bourbon St, French Quarter and Cafe Du Monde.

Explore more of the United States

You've visited New Orleans, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Travel about 105 kilometres northwest to Baton Rouge to tick off its leading sights. From Beauregard Town Historic District to St. Joseph Cathedral and USS Kidd, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another side of the United States, consider Mobile, about 225 kilometres east of New Orleans. Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Centre, GulfQuest National Maritime Museum of the Gulf of Mexico and Martin Luther King Park are highlights.