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Data updated: 2026-10-28 13:07:04

Washington (DCA) to New Orleans (MSY) Flights

Compare flights from Washington to New Orleans, explore popular airlines, airports, and travel tips.
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DCA········· ·········MSY
Ronald Reagan Washington National AirportLouis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
Distance
969 miles
Flight time
2h 55m
Time difference
MSY is 1h behind
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Return date

Flights from Washington to New Orleans

All times are shown in local time. Prices are for one-way, per adult, including taxes and fees.

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Collected nonstop flight records from DCA to MSY on 2026-10-31
07:49DCAEDT UTC−43h 5m
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Nonstop
09:54MSYCDT UTC−5$482.00One-way
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10:49DCAEDT UTC−42h 59m
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Nonstop
12:48MSYCDT UTC−5$992.00One-way
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14:25DCAEDT UTC−42h 45m
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Nonstop
16:10MSYCDT UTC−5$260.00One-way
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Flight route map

Washington (DCA) to New Orleans (MSY) Non-stop flight routes illustrated on a map.

Flights from Washington (DCA), District of Columbia, to New Orleans (MSY), Louisiana, are shown on the map. Based on recorded flight history, the distance is approximately 969 miles.

Departure
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport · District of Columbia, United States · 38° 51' 08" N 77° 02' 16" W
Flight route
969 miles · 2h 55m
Direction
234.84° (SW)
Geographic midpoint
The geographic midpoint is at latitude 34.60084, longitude -84.00382, approximately 484.62 miles from both airports.
Great-circle distance
969.2 miles
Driving route
1,096 miles · 22 hr 3 min
Time difference
MSY is 1h behind
Destination
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport · Louisiana, United States · 29° 59' 36" N 90° 15' 53" W
Distance and time are approximate; flight schedules and local times may change.

Route information

Distance
969 miles
Average flight time
2h 55m
Time difference
MSY is 1h behind
Route direction
The initial bearing on the course from Washington to New Orleans is 234.84°, and the compass direction is SW.

Airport information

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
38° 51' 08" N, 77° 02' 16" W
Elevation: 15 ft (5 m)
Time zone: EDT UTC−4
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What's the weather like in Washington and New Orleans?

Temperature unit:

DCA · Washington

63°FOvercastFeels like 63°F
Humidity
67%
Wind
3 mph
Precipitation
0 mm

MSY · New Orleans

74°FSunnyFeels like 76°F
Humidity
59%
Wind
5 mph
Precipitation
0 mm
Wed, Oct 2878°F | 59°FOvercast
Thu, Oct 2979°F | 58°FOvercast
Fri, Oct 3082°F | 64°FLight drizzle
Sat, Oct 3183°F | 70°FThunderstorm
Sun, Nov 178°F | 70°FOvercast

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Washington to New Orleans

Which departure days are usually cheaper?

If you have flexibility with your travel dates, Tuesday and Wednesday departures are consistently your best bet for finding the lowest airfares. Across global flight routes, flying midweek can easily save you 10% to 20% compared to weekend departures, mainly because you avoid both Monday business trips and Friday weekend getaways. On the flip side, Fridays and Sundays tend to be the most expensive days of the week as leisure travelers head out and return. Another insider tip: opting for early morning flights (before 7:00 AM) or overnight red-eyes often unlocks additional savings while helping you breeze through airport security lines.

How far in advance do fares usually reach their lowest point?

There is no fixed booking window that guarantees the lowest fare for United States to United States (US-US). Once your plans are clearer, compare prices for your intended dates and nearby alternatives, using the same cabin, baggage and change conditions. Choose a fare that fits your budget and flexibility; waiting can result in either lower prices or fewer suitable options.

Which travel month has the lowest reference fare, and by how much?

In average round-trip fares grouped by travel month over the past 12 months, Sep is lowest at USD 326. Compared with the selected date's calendar month average of USD 368, the difference is USD 42. This is not a quote for a specific date or nonstop flight.

Should I book now or wait for a lower fare?

If you can change departure dates, the price calendar shows a reference fare of USD 119 on 2026-11-09, USD 197 below the selected date. Prices for different departure dates cannot predict whether the same flight will get cheaper later; check the latest price and availability before booking.

How much could changing the departure date by a few days save?

Among available departure dates within three days of the selected date, the same-currency reference nonstop fare of USD 260 on 2026-10-31 is tied for the lowest. Fares on different dates may not be for the same cabin or fare product; check the latest price and availability before booking.