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 $95 One Way, $169 Round Trip

Prices starting at $169 for return flights and $95 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.

Tue, May 6 - Tue, May 13
DCA
Washington
MSY
New Orleans
$169 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$169
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Tue, May 6 from Washington to New Orleans, returning Tue, May 13, priced at $169 found 4 days ago
Wed, Apr 30 - Thu, May 1
DCA
Washington
MSY
New Orleans
$202 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$202
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Apr 30 from Washington to New Orleans, returning Thu, May 1, priced at $202 found 5 days ago
Wed, Apr 30 - Thu, May 1
DCA
Washington
MSY
New Orleans
$206 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$206
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Apr 30 from Washington to New Orleans, returning Thu, May 1, priced at $206 found 5 days ago
Wed, Apr 30 - Thu, May 1
DCA
Washington
MSY
New Orleans
$206 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$206
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Apr 30 from Washington to New Orleans, returning Thu, May 1, priced at $206 found 5 days ago
Thu, Apr 24 - Thu, May 1
DCA
Washington
MSY
New Orleans
$208 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$208
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Apr 24 from Washington to New Orleans, returning Thu, May 1, priced at $208 found 18 hours ago

Hotel Ideas near Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.

Airport Hotels near Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.

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 Apr 6 to Apr 7
$102
includes taxes & fees
$89 per night
Apr 6 - Apr 7
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! (1,162 reviews)
Nice place to stay. Close to the airport.
"Very clean room and comfortable bed."

Reviewed on Mar 31, 2025

Clarion Hotel New Orleans - Airport & Conference Center
Redamo Suites
Redamo Suites
2 out of 5
3401 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA
The price is $106 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
$106
includes taxes & fees
$94 per night
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Stay at this hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Caesars Superdome and Canal Street are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (24 reviews)
1 night stay
"We enjoyed our overnight stay. The beds was so comfortable."

Reviewed on Mar 31, 2025

Redamo Suites
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
4.5 out of 5
739 Canal Street at Bourbon, New Orleans, LA
The price is $142 per night from Apr 8 to Apr 9
$142
includes taxes & fees
$120 per night
Apr 8 - Apr 9
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! (4,220 reviews)
"Would love to stay here again."

Reviewed on Mar 31, 2025

Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
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 $204 per night from Apr 23 to Apr 24
$204
includes taxes & fees
$174 per night
Apr 23 - Apr 24
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! (3,648 reviews)
We recommend
"We have stayed here several times, and enjoy the hospitality and location. The rooms are fine , but the bar off the lobby is great. Bar O. Consistently entering acts and creative drinks."

Reviewed on Mar 30, 2025

Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
4.5 out of 5
739 Canal Street at Bourbon, New Orleans, LA
The price is $142 per night from Apr 8 to Apr 9
$142
includes taxes & fees
$120 per night
Apr 8 - Apr 9
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! (4,220 reviews)
"Would love to stay here again."

Reviewed on Mar 31, 2025

Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
The Royal Sonesta New Orleans
The Royal Sonesta New Orleans
4.5 out of 5
300 Bourbon St, New Orleans, LA
The price is $237 per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
$237
includes taxes & fees
$201 per night
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,669 reviews)
Great location!
"Hotel and its staff were excellent. Location and condition are great."

Reviewed on Mar 31, 2025

The Royal Sonesta New Orleans
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 $106 per night from Apr 7 to Apr 8
$106
includes taxes & fees
$92 per night
Apr 7 - Apr 8
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Not the best neighborhood. Hotel was pretty clean. Good price. A few cosmetic issues with room (loose/missing towel bar, white patched Sheetrock hole). Overall good basic hotel for price."

Reviewed on Mar 31, 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 Apr 6 to Apr 7
$102
includes taxes & fees
$89 per night
Apr 6 - Apr 7
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! (1,162 reviews)
Nice place to stay. Close to the airport.
"Very clean room and comfortable bed."

Reviewed on Mar 31, 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 $102 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
$102
includes taxes & fees
$90 per night
Apr 6 - Apr 7
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 Rivertown ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Close to new orleans"

Reviewed on Mar 6, 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (230 reviews)
"We booked this hotel for 2 nights, before our cruise. It is a lovely Victorian with charm and convenience. Being on St Charles Ave, the streetcar is right in front of the hotel. And right in the middle of the French Quarter and the Garden District of New Orleans. Restaurants, cocktail lounges, and ..."

Reviewed on Mar 25, 2025

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Historic Streetcar Inn
Holiday Inn Express New Orleans - St Charles by IHG
Holiday Inn Express New Orleans - St Charles by IHG
3 out of 5
936 Saint Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA
The price is $97 per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
$97
includes taxes & fees
$82 per night
Apr 20 - Apr 21
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! (1,006 reviews)
"Perfect hotel for a night stay to cruise the next day"

Reviewed on Mar 27, 2025

Holiday Inn Express New Orleans - St Charles by IHG
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 $150 per night from Apr 14 to Apr 15
$150
includes taxes & fees
$128 per night
Apr 14 - Apr 15
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! (1,689 reviews)
"The Staff was GREAT. The place VERY Clean, The FREE Breakfast was Great, it had EVERYTHING ! The location was just 4 blocks from bourban street and Canal st making it very easy walk to the busy area but quite and safe around the hotel If your going to New Orleans STAY HERE"

Reviewed on Mar 29, 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 $160 per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
$160
includes taxes & fees
$116 per night
Apr 20 - Apr 21
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! (1,047 reviews)
"If your looking to pamper your better half, this is the place."

Reviewed on Mar 11, 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 Apr 6 to Apr 7
$112
includes taxes & fees
$95 per night
Apr 6 - Apr 7
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! (2,263 reviews)
"Overall I liked it. There were times to where there was small inconveniences but overall a nice place"

Reviewed on Mar 30, 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
11:50AM CDT
Shortest Flight Departure Date
Apr 9
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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