Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans from £96
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — MSY
4 Feb — 11 Feb1
Return
1 adult
Economy
The best prices from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in August or September, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Thursday
Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to New Orleans (MSY). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 30 January 2025.
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 January 2025.
Tue 25/312:29DCA - MSY
1 stop8h 09mJetBlue
Wed 26/311:56MSY - DCA
1 stop7h 02mJetBlue
Deal found 29/1£168
Sat 15/217:30IAD - MSY
1 stop6h 48mUnited Airlines
Tue 18/214:13MSY - IAD
1 stop7h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/1£168
Sat 15/219:30DCA - MSY
1 stop4h 59mDelta
Tue 18/212:59MSY - DCA
1 stop6h 37mDelta
Deal found 30/1£191
Sat 15/217:35IAD - MSY
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Tue 18/217:29MSY - IAD
1 stop5h 51mDelta
Deal found 30/1£191
Sun 9/319:05DCA - MSY
Nonstop2h 55mSouthwest
Fri 14/316:50MSY - DCA
Nonstop2h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 29/1£200
Sat 13/914:50DCA - MSY
1 stop6h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 17/914:21MSY - DCA
1 stop5h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/1£212
Wed 2/405:00DCA - MSY
1 stop4h 36mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/417:57MSY - DCA
Nonstop2h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 29/1£283
Fri 4/415:35IAD - MSY
1 stop9h 55mSouthwest
Tue 8/411:30MSY - IAD
2 stops10h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 29/1£290
Wed 2/406:27IAD - MSY
1 stop4h 35mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/407:10MSY - IAD
1 stop5h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 29/1£291
Best flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 30 January 2025.
Tue 25/312:29DCA - MSY
1 stop8h 09mJetBlue
Wed 26/311:56MSY - DCA
1 stop7h 02mJetBlue
Deal found 29/1£168
Sat 15/217:30IAD - MSY
1 stop6h 48mUnited Airlines
Tue 18/214:13MSY - IAD
1 stop7h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/1£168
Sat 15/219:30DCA - MSY
1 stop4h 59mDelta
Tue 18/212:59MSY - DCA
1 stop6h 37mDelta
Deal found 30/1£191
Sun 9/319:05DCA - MSY
Nonstop2h 55mSouthwest
Fri 14/316:50MSY - DCA
Nonstop2h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 29/1£200
Wed 2/405:00DCA - MSY
1 stop4h 36mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/417:57MSY - DCA
Nonstop2h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 29/1£283
Sat 15/217:35IAD - MSY
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Tue 18/217:29MSY - IAD
1 stop5h 51mDelta
Deal found 30/1£191
Sun 16/214:39DCA - MSY
1 stop7h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 19/217:26MSY - DCA
1 stop5h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/1£252
Fri 4/415:35IAD - MSY
1 stop9h 55mSouthwest
Tue 8/411:30MSY - IAD
2 stops10h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 29/1£290
Wed 2/406:27IAD - MSY
1 stop4h 35mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/407:10MSY - IAD
1 stop5h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 29/1£291
Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans
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Sun 9/319:05DCA - MSY
Nonstop2h 55mSouthwest
Fri 14/316:50MSY - DCA
Nonstop2h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 29/1£200
Sun 23/217:50IAD - MSY
Nonstop2h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 26/208:00MSY - IAD
Nonstop2h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/1£200
Wed 2/407:50DCA - MSY
Nonstop3h 04mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/417:57MSY - DCA
Nonstop2h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 29/1£276
Last-minute flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans
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Wed 5/211:00DCA - MSY
1 stop6h 08mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/205:00MSY - DCA
1 stop5h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/1£357
Wed 5/218:15IAD - MSY
1 stop6h 14mDelta
Wed 12/217:20MSY - IAD
1 stop4h 53mDelta
Deal found 29/1£368
Thu 6/206:00DCA - MSY
1 stop5h 26mDelta
Thu 13/215:40MSY - DCA
1 stop6h 59mDelta
Deal found 29/1£445
Fri 7/209:05DCA - MSY
Nonstop2h 55mSouthwest
Tue 11/210:35MSY - DCA
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 30/1£474
Fri 7/219:54DCA - MSY
1 stop5h 18mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/216:29MSY - DCA
Nonstop2h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 29/1£480
Sat 8/218:57IAD - MSY
1 stop22h 49mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/215:30MSY - IAD
1 stop25h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 28/1£1,515
Sat 8/217:29DCA - MSY
1 stop24h 17mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/207:00MSY - DCA
1 stop32h 29mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 29/1£1,539
Sun 9/209:00IAD - MSY
Nonstop2h 58mUnited Airlines
Sat 15/208:00MSY - IAD
Nonstop2h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/1£339
Sun 9/211:10IAD - MSY
1 stop10h 20mSouthwest
Mon 10/206:15MSY - IAD
1 stop7h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 29/1£573
Fri 14/212:20DCA - MSY
1 stop7h 23mJetBlue
Mon 17/211:58MSY - DCA
1 stop5h 31mJetBlue
Deal found 29/1£202
Fri 14/217:30DCA - MSY
1 stop7h 17mAmerican Airlines
Sun 16/205:17MSY - DCA
1 stop4h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 30/1£335
Fri 14/218:31IAD - MSY
1 stop6h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sun 16/207:10MSY - IAD
1 stop5h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 29/1£482
One-way flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans
Search for one-way flight options from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 30 January 2025.
Wed 12/211:35DCA - MSY
1 stop8h 28mDelta
Deal found 28/1£96
Sat 22/212:05IAD - MSY
1 stop7h 49mDelta
Deal found 29/1£96
Mon 10/207:59DCA - MSY
1 stop6h 51mJetBlue
Deal found 28/1£97
Tue 22/411:50DCA - MSY
Nonstop2h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 30/1£100
Tue 4/308:27IAD - MSY
Nonstop2h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/1£100
Fri 30/514:50DCA - MSY
1 stop5h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/1£105
Sun 11/505:40IAD - MSY
2 stops13h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 30/1£117
Fri 25/411:20IAD - MSY
1 stop23h 14mSun Country Air
Deal found 29/1£119
Thu 1/510:00IAD - MSY
2 stops29h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 28/1£348
Wed 7/508:00DCA - MSY
2 stops31h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 29/1£388
Find flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans within your budget
Customise your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 30 January 2025.
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Washington, D.C.New Orleans
DCA - MSY
DCAMSY
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Tue 25/3
12:29-19:38
1 stop8h 09m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 26/3
11:56-19:58
1 stop7h 02m
£168
Washington, D.C.New Orleans
IAD - MSY
IADMSY
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sat 15/2
17:30-23:18
1 stop6h 48m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 18/2
14:13-22:30
1 stop7h 17m
£168
Washington, D.C.New Orleans
DCA - MSY
DCAMSY
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Sat 15/2
19:30-23:29
1 stop4h 59m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 18/2
12:59-20:36
1 stop6h 37m
£191
Washington, D.C.New Orleans
IAD - MSY
IADMSY
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sat 15/2
17:35-23:29
1 stop6h 54m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 18/2
17:29-00:20
1 stop5h 51m
£191
Washington, D.C.New Orleans
DCA - MSY
DCAMSY
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Sun 9/3
19:05-21:00
Nonstop2h 55m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Fri 14/3
16:50-20:10
Nonstop2h 20m
£200
Washington, D.C.New Orleans
DCA - MSY
DCAMSY
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Sat 15/2
15:59-21:34
1 stop6h 35m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 18/2
05:00-11:28
1 stop5h 28m
£224
Washington, D.C.New Orleans
DCA - MSY
DCAMSY
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Wed 2/4
05:00-08:36
1 stop4h 36m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Mon 7/4
17:57-21:30
Nonstop2h 33m
£283
Washington, D.C.New Orleans
IAD - MSY
IADMSY
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Fri 4/4
15:35-00:30
1 stop9h 55m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 8/4
11:30-22:35
2 stops10h 05m
£290
Washington, D.C.New Orleans
IAD - MSY
IADMSY
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Wed 2/4
06:27-10:02
1 stop4h 35m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Mon 7/4
07:10-13:42
1 stop5h 32m
£291
Washington, D.C.New Orleans
DCA - MSY
DCAMSY
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Wed 12/2
11:35-19:03
1 stop8h 28m
£96
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Travel insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans
Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on 24 January 2025.
The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 65 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans (average of £724). Flying from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,029). 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 WAS to MSY?
Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 30 January 2025.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans as you normally would.
Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans
Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans. 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 30 January 2025.
The most flights from WAS to MSY are scheduled on a Tuesday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).
Rainfall in New Orleans by month
Plan your trip to New Orleans by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Orleans ranges from 83.0 - 163.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 163.0 mm. October is typically the driest time to visit New Orleans when rainfall is around 83.0 mm.
Temperature in New Orleans by month
Plan your trip to New Orleans by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Orleans, 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 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).
Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Orleans. 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 New Orleans. Reviews last updated 30 January 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.
We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.
We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.
We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.
We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.
We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.
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What airport do you fly into for flights to New Orleans from Washington, D.C.?
For a flight from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans, you will be flying into Louis Armstrong. New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is just 11.4 mi from the center of the city. Louis Armstrong is the only New Orleans airport and it handles 11 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day. 0 airlines have flights to New Orleans Louis Armstrong from Washington, D.C. on a regular basis.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans round-trip?
According to our current data, JetBlue (£168), United Airlines (£168), and Delta (£191) offers the cheapest pricing from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans. These flights start at 35% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans one-way?
The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans are Delta (£96), JetBlue (£97), and Southwest (£100).
What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans?
Before booking your flight to New Orleans from Washington, D.C., check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Southwest (90%), Spirit Airlines (78%), Sun Country Air( 0%).
Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?
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How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans 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 Washington, D.C. to New Orleans?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans (average of £724). Flying from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,029). 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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