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$50+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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 1/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — WAS
Jan 21 — Jan 281
Tue 1/21
Tue 1/28
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Washington, D.C. are usually found in August or September, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 January 16, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$107
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One-way from

$50
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Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$257
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 16, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/111:02 amMSY - BWI
1 stop5h 59mSpirit Airlines
Tue 3/48:08 pmBWI - MSY
Nonstop2h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/16$100
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/159:22 pmMSY - BWI
1 stop8h 59mMultiple Airlines
Sat 2/225:38 pmBWI - MSY
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$118
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Sat 2/159:22 pmMSY - BWI
1 stop8h 59mFrontier
Mon 2/178:21 amBWI - MSY
1 stop13h 01mFrontier
Deal found 1/16$122
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Sat 2/152:13 pmMSY - IAD
1 stop7h 17mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/188:27 amIAD - MSY
Nonstop2h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$199
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/279:01 amMSY - IAD
1 stop6h 53mFrontier
Sun 3/305:54 pmIAD - MSY
1 stop21h 31mFrontier
Deal found 1/16$204
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/243:25 pmMSY - DCA
1 stop19h 41mFrontier
Fri 1/311:01 pmDCA - MSY
1 stop26h 24mFrontier
Deal found 1/16$210
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Sat 3/15:41 pmMSY - DCA
Nonstop2h 28mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/48:00 amDCA - MSY
Nonstop3h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/16$217
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Thu 2/272:13 pmMSY - DCA
1 stop5h 34mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/35:00 pmDCA - MSY
1 stop6h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Sat 2/155:29 pmMSY - IAD
1 stop5h 51mDelta
Sat 2/226:00 amIAD - MSY
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Deal found 1/16$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Fri 2/711:57 amMSY - DCA
1 stop4h 23mDelta
Mon 2/1012:26 pmDCA - MSY
1 stop4h 58mDelta
Deal found 1/15$253
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Sat 2/159:20 amMSY - IAD
1 stop5h 41mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/181:48 pmIAD - MSY
2 stops10h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/16$274
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/44:50 pmMSY - DCA
Nonstop2h 20mSouthwest
Sun 4/67:05 pmDCA - MSY
Nonstop2h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 1/16$299

Find flights from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

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New OrleansBaltimore

MSY - BWI

MSYBWI

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 2/25

11:02 am-6:01 pm

1 stop5h 59m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 3/1

5:38 pm-7:28 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$107

New OrleansBaltimore

MSY - BWI

MSYBWI

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 2/15

9:22 pm-7:21 am

1 stop8h 59m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 2/22

5:38 pm-7:28 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$118

New OrleansBaltimore

MSY - BWI

MSYBWI

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 2/15

9:22 pm-7:21 am

1 stop8h 59m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 2/17

8:21 am-8:22 pm

1 stop13h 01m

$122

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - IAD

MSYIAD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 2/15

2:13 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 17m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/18

8:27 am-10:23 am

Nonstop2h 56m

$199

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - IAD

MSYIAD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 3/27

9:01 am-4:54 pm

1 stop6h 53m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 3/30

5:54 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop21h 31m

$204

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - DCA

MSYDCA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/8

7:50 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop25h 09m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 5/13

7:00 am-6:50 pm

1 stop12h 50m

$210

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - DCA

MSYDCA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 3/1

5:41 pm-9:09 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/4

8:00 am-10:10 am

Nonstop3h 10m

$217

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - IAD

MSYIAD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 2/15

5:29 pm-12:20 am

1 stop5h 51m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 2/22

6:00 am-11:54 am

1 stop6h 54m

$237

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - DCA

MSYDCA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 2/27

2:13 pm-8:47 pm

1 stop5h 34m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 3/3

5:00 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$237

New OrleansWashington, D.C.

MSY - DCA

MSYDCA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 2/7

11:57 am-5:20 pm

1 stop4h 23m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 2/10

12:26 pm-4:24 pm

1 stop4h 58m

$253

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. in January.
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ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 New Orleans-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on New Orleans-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New Orleans-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Washington, D.C. 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 New Orleans-Washington, D.C. flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Washington, D.C.

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Travel insights for flights from New Orleans to Washington, D.C.

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2025.

The best time to book flights from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. is 82 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 New Orleans to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 MSY to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 33% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New Orleans to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

Explore weekly flight availability from New Orleans to Washington, D.C.. 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 January 16, 2025.

The most flights from MSY to WAS 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 (4 on average).

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated January 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Spirit Airlines from New Orleans to Washington, D.C.. 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

Avelo Airlines
7.5
Good
74 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,199 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Orleans to Washington, D.C.. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Located just 11.4 mi from the city center, New Orleans Louis Armstrong is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Washington, D.C. from New Orleans. Booking flights from Louis Armstrong (MSY) to Washington, D.C. should be relatively easy as there are 12 daily outbound flights to Washington, D.C. from 6 different airlines.

  • How popular is this New Orleans to Washington, D.C. flight route?

    This flight path from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Washington, D.C. was viewed by 20 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($107), Frontier ($122), and United Airlines ($199) offers the cheapest pricing from New Orleans to Washington, D.C.. Spirit Airlines is priced at 60% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $50 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $71 and Southwest from $125 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from New Orleans to Washington, D.C.?

    The most popular route from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. is New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Baltimore/Washington. You may also consider New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl or New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National.

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

    The cheapest flight price from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. is $73. On average you can expect to pay $306. The most popular route, (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Baltimore/Washington), can usually be booked for $108.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New Orleans to Washington, D.C.?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Orleans to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. 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 New Orleans to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 6 airlines flying from New Orleans to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Washington, D.C.. 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 January 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$59Average$153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$167Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$177Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$188Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$220Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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