$64 Cheap Flights from Washington (IAD) to New Orleans (MSY)

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Popular airlines from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)

Cheap Flights from Washington to New Orleans (IAD-MSY)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $64 for one-way flights and $145 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Mon, Jan 12 - Thu, Jan 22
IAD
Washington
MSY
New Orleans
$145 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$145
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 12 from Washington to New Orleans, returning Thu, Jan 22, priced at $145 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Feb 27 - Sat, Mar 7
IAD
Washington
MSY
New Orleans
$155 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$155
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Feb 27 from Washington to New Orleans, returning Sat, Mar 7, priced at $155 found 15 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Tue, Jan 6 - Thu, Jan 22
IAD
Washington
MSY
New Orleans
$156 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$156
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jan 6 from Washington to New Orleans, returning Thu, Jan 22, priced at $156 found 3 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Mar 5 - Sat, Mar 7
IAD
Washington
MSY
New Orleans
$162 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$162
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Mar 5 from Washington to New Orleans, returning Sat, Mar 7, priced at $162 found 3 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Jan 19 - Thu, Jan 22
IAD
Washington
MSY
New Orleans
$164 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$164
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 19 from Washington to New Orleans, returning Thu, Jan 22, priced at $164 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Feb 28 - Sat, Mar 7
IAD
Washington
MSY
New Orleans
$172 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$172
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Feb 28 from Washington to New Orleans, returning Sat, Mar 7, priced at $172 found 15 hours ago
Delta
Sat, Feb 28 - Sat, Mar 7
IAD
Washington
MSY
New Orleans
$212 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$212
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Feb 28 from Washington to New Orleans, returning Sat, Mar 7, priced at $212 found 15 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, Feb 7 - Thu, Feb 12
IAD
Washington
MSY
New Orleans
$217 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$217
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Feb 7 from Washington to New Orleans, returning Thu, Feb 12, priced at $217 found 10 hours ago
United
Sat, Feb 7 - Wed, Feb 11
IAD
Washington
MSY
New Orleans
$231 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$231
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Feb 7 from Washington to New Orleans, returning Wed, Feb 11, priced at $231 found 1 hour ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Jan 14 - Tue, Jan 20
IAD
Washington
MSY
New Orleans
$251 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$251
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 14 from Washington to New Orleans, returning Tue, Jan 20, priced at $251 found 2 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington (IAD) to New Orleans (MSY)

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $131 - $474 per traveler.

Alternative airports near New Orleans

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. MSY. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 20 minutes. Flights from $571
MSY
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center20 min
Flights from $571
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Flights from Washington (IAD) to New Orleans (MSY)
Origin airport
Washington Dulles Intl.
Destination airport
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$145
Distance
955 mi

Washington to New Orleans Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Washington to New Orleans

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Washington to New Orleans are during the month of January. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Washington to New Orleans with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Washington to New Orleans

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Washington to New Orleans: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Washington to New Orleans

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Washington to New Orleans in 2026. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $64 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Washington to New Orleans flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Washington to New Orleans airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) cost?
Snag a cheap one-way flight from $64 or cheap return flight from $145 from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
Planning your getaway for January is a great way to save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between IAD and MSY. You'll usually find the lowest fares during off-peak months.
Which airlines fly direct from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
You can travel nonstop from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) on a United Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
Use the filters on Expedia to compare different airlines and find the cheapest carrier that'll fly you from IAD to MSY. Then, sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to pick up a great deal.
How many flights per day from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
When taking off from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD), you can pick from an average of 2 daily nonstop flights to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
Flights between IAD and MSY tend to be busiest at 9 AM. If you want a more relaxed experience and potentially cheaper tickets, choose a time outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from IAD to MSY?
Friday offers the most flights from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY). Consider traveling on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a departure that fits your schedule.
What is the earliest flight from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
The first flight of the day leaving from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) is at around 8:55AM UTC-5. Board this flight and you'll land at Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) at approximately 10:53AM UTC-6. The total time in the air is 2h 58m.
How long does it take to fly from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
Flights from IAD to MSY have an average travel time of 2 hours and 57 minutes. The total distance between the two is 960 mi.
What airline has the least delays from IAD to MSY?
With 84% of journeys usually arriving as scheduled, United Airlines has the best on-time performance for direct flights from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY). To check your flight status and get notified about any changes, simply head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
To touch down at Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) on time, select a flight that leaves Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for New Orleans from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD)?
If you're flying on a direct flight from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to New Orleans, Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) is the only airport you can land at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from IAD to MSY are usually more expensive. To secure the lowest rates, start searching for flights well in advance. That being said, if you can play around with your travel dates, it's possible to score a cheap ticket right before your journey.
Is it cheaper to book an IAD to MSY flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking an IAD to MSY flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better still, having everything in one easy place takes the hassle out of planning your trip. Just pick your flights and choose from our wide range of hotels, then personalize your trip with other add-ons like car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
If you booked your IAD to MSY flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the ticket type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, go to our Customer Service portal for more details.

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