Cheap flights from DCA to MSY (Ronald Reagan Washington National to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from DCA to MSY starting at $65 One Way, $122 Round Trip

Prices starting at $122 for return flights and $65 for one-way flights to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sat, Jan 25 - Sat, Feb 1
DCA
Washington
MSY
New Orleans
$122 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$122
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 25 from Washington to New Orleans, returning Sat, Feb 1, priced at $122 found 4 days ago
Sun, Feb 9 - Sat, Feb 15
DCA
Washington
MSY
New Orleans
$129 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$129
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Feb 9 from Washington to New Orleans, returning Sat, Feb 15, priced at $129 found 1 day ago
Sun, Feb 23 - Sat, Mar 8
DCA
Washington
MSY
New Orleans
$130 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$130
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Feb 23 from Washington to New Orleans, returning Sat, Mar 8, priced at $130 found 14 hours ago
Sat, Jan 25 - Fri, Jan 31
DCA
Washington
MSY
New Orleans
$133 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$133
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 25 from Washington to New Orleans, returning Fri, Jan 31, priced at $133 found 4 days ago
Fri, Jan 24 - Sat, Feb 1
DCA
Washington
MSY
New Orleans
$136 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$136
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jan 24 from Washington to New Orleans, returning Sat, Feb 1, priced at $136 found 4 days ago

Hotel Ideas near Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.

Airport Hotels near Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham New Orleans Airport
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham New Orleans Airport
2.5 out of 5
2610 Williams Blvd, Kenner, LA
The price is $80 per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
$80
includes taxes & fees
$70 per night
Jan 26 - Jan 27
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kenner. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
6.4/10 (1,809 reviews)
"The staff was very warm, friendly and accommodating. I would highly recommend this La Quinta to others."

Reviewed on Jan 21, 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham New Orleans Airport
Clarion Hotel New Orleans - Airport & Conference Center
Clarion Hotel New Orleans - Airport & Conference Center
2.5 out of 5
2829 Williams Blvd, Kenner, LA
The price is $102 per night from Jan 23 to Jan 24
$102
includes taxes & fees
$89 per night
Jan 23 - Jan 24
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kenner. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"The room was clean, and friendly staff"

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2025

Clarion Hotel New Orleans - Airport & Conference Center
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Metairie (New Orleans), LA
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Metairie (New Orleans), LA
3 out of 5
2713 N Causeway Blvd, Metairie, LA
The price is $131 per night from Jan 29 to Jan 30
$131
includes taxes & fees
$114 per night
Jan 29 - Jan 30
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Metairie. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,301 reviews)
"Front desk workers were sarcastic and not friendly. 2 co-worker’s air pods went missing after the cleaning people went into their rooms."

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Metairie (New Orleans), LA
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In New Orleans

Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
4 out of 5
717 Orleans St., New Orleans, LA
The price is $192 per night from Jan 27 to Jan 28
$192
includes taxes & fees
$163 per night
Jan 27 - Jan 28
Book a stay at this historic hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,461 reviews)
"Comfortable beds! Beautiful hotel in the Quarter but away from the noise. Convenient to Jackson Square, Bourbon and Royal Streets. Doormen were helpful with directions and hailing rides. Highly recommend it. Plan to stay there on my next visit."

Reviewed on Jan 21, 2025

Bourbon Orleans Hotel
The Westin New Orleans
The Westin New Orleans
4.5 out of 5
100 Rue Iberville, New Orleans, LA
The price is $218 per night from Feb 17 to Feb 18
$218
includes taxes & fees
$185 per night
Feb 17 - Feb 18
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,488 reviews)
"An excellent hotel with an expansive view of the Mississippi River. There was a bit of noise, primarily from the doors of other rooms. I wish the doors had dampeners on them. Otherwise this was a most enjoyable stay. The staff were very friendly and helpful, which I appreciated. The AC was very quiet ..."

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2025

The Westin New Orleans
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor
4.5 out of 5
739 Canal Street at Bourbon, New Orleans, LA
The price is $136 per night from Jan 28 to Jan 29
$136
includes taxes & fees
$115 per night
Jan 28 - Jan 29
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
7.4/10 Good! (3,881 reviews)
"Best location for everything! Feels great with doormen outside the door! Always great service!"

Reviewed on Jan 21, 2025

Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

New Orleans Hotels With Airport Transportation

Best Western Plus New Orleans Airport Hotel
Best Western Plus New Orleans Airport Hotel
2.5 out of 5
189 W Airline Dr, Kenner, LA
The price is $96 per night from Jan 28 to Jan 29
$96
includes taxes & fees
$84 per night
Jan 28 - Jan 29
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kenner. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"The lady at check in was super nice! Very clean property"

Reviewed on Jan 16, 2025

Best Western Plus New Orleans Airport Hotel
Clarion Hotel New Orleans - Airport & Conference Center
Clarion Hotel New Orleans - Airport & Conference Center
2.5 out of 5
2829 Williams Blvd, Kenner, LA
The price is $102 per night from Jan 23 to Jan 24
$102
includes taxes & fees
$89 per night
Jan 23 - Jan 24
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kenner. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"The room was clean, and friendly staff"

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2025

Clarion Hotel New Orleans - Airport & Conference Center
Comfort Inn New Orleans Airport South
Comfort Inn New Orleans Airport South
2.5 out of 5
10151 Airline Hwy, Saint Rose, LA
The price is $106 per night from Jan 28 to Jan 29
$106
includes taxes & fees
$93 per night
Jan 28 - Jan 29
Stay at this hotel in Saint Rose. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Imtt ...
7.8/10 Good! (999 reviews)
"Everything was great. Staff was friendly"

Reviewed on Jan 21, 2025

Comfort Inn New Orleans Airport South
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Low Priced New Orleans Hotels

Historic Streetcar Inn
Historic Streetcar Inn
3.5 out of 5
1509 Saint Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA
Stay at this 3.5-star guesthouse in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and concierge services. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (184 reviews)
"This is an older home turned into an inn. It is very nice for $200 less than anything else in NOLA. It has a window unit which does make some noise, a refrigerator which makes noise especially at night. Trolley car stops right in front, $3 Jazzy pass will take you all day. Four poster bed does block ..."

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2025

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Historic Streetcar Inn
Holiday Inn Express New Orleans - St Charles, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express New Orleans - St Charles, an IHG Hotel
3 out of 5
936 Saint Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA
The price is $114 per night from Jan 29 to Jan 30
$114
includes taxes & fees
$97 per night
Jan 29 - Jan 30
Stay at this 3-star boutique hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (942 reviews)
Great location
"Good experience, clean room, good location and good price.. sorry I had to check out before the free breakfast 😔"

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2025

Holiday Inn Express New Orleans - St Charles, an IHG Hotel
Crescent Palms Motel
Crescent Palms Motel
2 out of 5
Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard,, 3923, New Orleans, LA
Stay at this hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Caesars Superdome and Canal Street are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (684 reviews)
Great Hotel
"The rooms are large and i loved the water pressure. It is located off the Main Street and parking is included. The staff was polite and saw to all your needs. I felt safe staying there and will return."

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2018

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Crescent Palms Motel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in New Orleans

Drury Plaza Hotel New Orleans
Drury Plaza Hotel New Orleans
3 out of 5
820 Poydras Street, New Orleans, LA
The price is $127 per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
$127
includes taxes & fees
$108 per night
Jan 26 - Jan 27
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,698 reviews)
Radiators weekend in NOLA
"Checkin with Jamie was fast and easy, she was super nice! Everything about this hotel is great! We stay at one in Milwaukee WI and the service and amenities here in NOLA are just the same! Would highly recommend."

Reviewed on Jan 16, 2025

Drury Plaza Hotel New Orleans
Le Pavillon, New Orleans, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Le Pavillon, New Orleans, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4 out of 5
833 Poydras St, New Orleans, LA
The price is $233 per night from Jan 27 to Jan 28
$233
includes taxes & fees
$179 per night
Jan 27 - Jan 28
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,075 reviews)
"Le Pavillon is a stylish property in the CBD (Central Business District) of New Orleans. It's conveniently walkable to various places of interest. The staff are lovely and helpful. The cleanliness and decor is top notch. We would gladly return to this property. The only snag we experienced a few ..."

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2025

Le Pavillon, New Orleans, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Maison Dupuy Hotel
Maison Dupuy Hotel
3.5 out of 5
1001 Toulouse St, New Orleans, LA
The price is $112 per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
$112
includes taxes & fees
$95 per night
Jan 26 - Jan 27
Book a stay at this historic hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,230 reviews)
"Great stay. Valet and front door men were excellent"

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2025

Maison Dupuy Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

DCA to MSY Route Info

Origin Airport
Washington
Destination Airport
New Orleans
Number Of Airlines Serving
2
Distance
968 mi
Shortest Flight Departure Time
7:05PM CST
Shortest Flight Departure Date
Jan 29
DCA Address & GPS
Address:
1 Aviation Circle
Washington DC, 20001-6000
United States
IATA Code:
DCA
Longitude:
-77.043457
Latitude:
38.853434
Time Zone:
America/New_York
MSY Address & GPS
Address:
900 Airline Highway
New Orleans LA, 70062
United States
IATA Code:
MSY
Longitude:
-90.256391
Latitude:
29.984564
Time Zone:
America/Chicago

Frequently asked questions

Am I able to catch a flight from Washington, DC Airport (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National) to New Orleans, LA Airport (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.) now?
Head to our Covid-19 Travel Advisor for the most up-to-date info on quarantine requirements and travel restrictions when catching a flight from Washington, DC Airport (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National) to New Orleans, LA Airport (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.).
Are there non-stop flights from National Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
Several companies fly straight from Washington, DC Airport (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National) to MSY, which is great news if the mere thought of stopping over in some random airport sends you into an absolute tailspin. Check out the fares with American Airlines and Southwest Airlines.
What is the shortest flight from Washington, DC Airport (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National) to New Orleans, LA Airport (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.)?
Use the opportunity to kick back and unwind on the flight from Adams Morgan to Holy Cross District. The quickest flight time from National Airport to New Orleans, LA Airport (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.) is 5 hours and 8 minutes, which gives you lots of time to enjoy a wine or get absorbed in a good movie.
How many hours flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to MSY?
From DCA to MSY, you’ll be in your plane seat for around 5 hours and 15 minutes. Settle back, order a wine and take out your noise-canceling headphones. It’s time to binge-watch your favorite TV shows.
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I cancel my flight to New Orleans, LA Airport (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.)?
We get that traveling right now has its challenges, so it’s good to know that many reservations booked through us are able to be cancelled or changed. If your travel plans to New Orleans, LA Airport (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.) have been affected by COVID-19, a lot of airlines are making things easier by offering credits to use at a later date. Just sign in to your account and you’ll quickly see what options are available. Our Customer Service Portal is the place to go for more information.
Are there flights to New Orleans, LA Airport (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.) with flexible change policies?
In most cases you’ll have the option to reschedule your flight to New Orleans, LA Airport (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.) without a change fee. All you have to do then is pay the difference between the old flight and the new one. Look for the “no change fees” filter and book with confidence.
What airlines have the most flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to MSY?
A worry-free, full-of-fun vacation starts with selecting the perfect airline. Southwest Airlines (WN) offers 54 flights each month from DCA to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport. Why not jump on board and find out why it’s one of the best? American Airlines (AA) also flies from Adams Morgan to Holy Cross District. It’s another popular option and offers 130 flights each month.

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