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$95+ Cheap flights from Dulles Intl (IAD) to New Orleans (MSY)

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 4/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — MSY
Mar 30 — Apr 61
Sun 3/30
Sun 4/6
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$189
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$95
(United Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$427

Good round-trip deal

$263 or less

Good one-way deal

$159 or less
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Cheapest flights from Dulles Intl to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dulles Intl to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 25, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/305:55 pmIAD - MSY
Nonstop2h 49mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/78:00 amMSY - IAD
Nonstop2h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/24$189
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/236:00 amIAD - MSY
1 stop4h 09mDelta
Wed 4/306:30 amMSY - IAD
1 stop3h 53mDelta
Deal found 3/24$217
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/75:54 pmIAD - MSY
1 stop19h 48mFrontier
Thu 4/104:58 pmMSY - IAD
1 stop23h 07mFrontier
Deal found 3/24$240
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/305:00 amIAD - MSY
1 stop5h 50mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/77:00 amMSY - IAD
2 stops8h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$274
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Sun 4/1312:55 pmIAD - MSY
3 stops22h 12mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/177:30 pmMSY - IAD
1 stop14h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$292
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2811:37 amIAD - MSY
1 stop7h 11mSun Country Air
Sat 5/310:50 amMSY - IAD
1 stop23h 57mSun Country Air
Deal found 3/24$333
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Thu 4/242:10 pmIAD - MSY
1 stop9h 55mSouthwest
Tue 4/295:40 amMSY - IAD
1 stop7h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 3/24$365

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans that are best for you.

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Dulles Intl

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New Orleans

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Price

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

IAD - MSY

IADMSY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/30

5:55 pm-7:44 pm

Nonstop2h 49m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 5/7

8:00 am-11:28 am

Nonstop2h 28m

$189

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

IAD - MSY

IADMSY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/23

6:00 am-9:09 am

1 stop4h 09m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 4/30

6:30 am-11:23 am

1 stop3h 53m

$217

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

IAD - MSY

IADMSY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/7

5:54 pm-12:42 pm

1 stop19h 48m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 4/10

4:58 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop23h 07m

$240

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

IAD - MSY

IADMSY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 6/14

11:50 am-5:24 pm

1 stop6h 34m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 6/21

10:38 am-5:11 pm

1 stop5h 33m

$269

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

IAD - MSY

IADMSY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 4/13

12:55 pm-10:07 am

3 stops22h 12m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 4/17

7:30 pm-11:23 am

1 stop14h 53m

$292

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

IAD - MSY

IADMSY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/28

11:37 am-5:48 pm

1 stop7h 11m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 5/3

10:50 am-11:47 am

1 stop23h 57m

$333

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

IAD - MSY

IADMSY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 4/24

2:10 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop9h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 4/29

5:40 am-2:05 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$365

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

IAD - MSY

IADMSY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/28

8:40 am-10:27 am

Nonstop2h 47m

$95

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

IAD - MSY

IADMSY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 4/17

6:00 am-10:23 am

1 stop5h 23m

$109

Washington, D.C.New Orleans

IAD - MSY

IADMSY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 4/18

2:10 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$125

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*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-New Orleans flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-New Orleans flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Airports
IAD

For quick check-in, locate your airline's counter by walking around the island-like setup in the main terminal.

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MSY

For a quick ride to downtown New Orleans, consider taking a taxi from MSY for a flat rate fare.

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Best time to book a flight from Dulles Intl to New Orleans

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New Orleans from Dulles Intl with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dulles Intl to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans is 37 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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 IAD to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from Dulles Intl 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 March 25, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 29% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Dulles Intl to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans

Explore weekly flight availability from Dulles Intl 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 March 25, 2025.

The most flights from IAD to MSY are scheduled on a Tuesday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 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 3.3 - 6.4 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.4 in. October is typically the driest time to visit New Orleans when rainfall is around 3.3 in.

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 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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 March 25, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Washington, D.C. to New Orleans to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,890 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,605 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to New Orleans from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl?

    Most people fly into New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) if they book a flight to New Orleans from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. On average, Louis Armstrong has 7 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl per day from 4 airlines. New Orleans Louis Armstrong is conveniently located just 11.4 mi from New Orleans’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans round-trip?

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to New Orleans, with prices starting at $189. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and Frontier, with the lowest prices starting at $217 and $260, respectively. United Airlines is priced at 49% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $95 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $109 and Southwest from $125 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans consider choosing Mesa Airlines (100%), United Airlines (94%) or Air Canada (88%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans?

    While on average a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans is generally $430, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $121. When looking at the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), you can expect to pay $189 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dulles Intl to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Dulles Intl to New Orleans flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Dulles Intl to New Orleans?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Dulles Intl to New Orleans.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dulles Intl to New Orleans?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dulles Intl 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. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from Dulles Intl to New Orleans

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Dulles Intl to New Orleans. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$96Average$188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$134Average$296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$226Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$259Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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