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 $81 One Way, $161 Round Trip

Prices starting at $161 for return flights and $81 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.

Mon, May 4 - Fri, May 8
DCA
Washington
MSY
New Orleans
$161 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$161
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, May 4 from Washington to New Orleans, returning Fri, May 8, priced at $161 found 12 hours ago
Mon, Apr 13 - Thu, Apr 16
DCA
Washington
MSY
New Orleans
$187 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$187
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Apr 13 from Washington to New Orleans, returning Thu, Apr 16, priced at $187 found 7 hours ago
Mon, Apr 27 - Mon, May 4
DCA
Washington
MSY
New Orleans
$189 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$189
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Apr 27 from Washington to New Orleans, returning Mon, May 4, priced at $189 found 6 days ago
Mon, May 4 - Fri, May 8
DCA
Washington
MSY
New Orleans
$189 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$189
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, May 4 from Washington to New Orleans, returning Fri, May 8, priced at $189 found 12 hours ago
Tue, Jul 28 - Thu, Jul 30
DCA
Washington
MSY
New Orleans
$191 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$191
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Tue, Jul 28 from Washington to New Orleans, returning Thu, Jul 30, priced at $191 found 6 days ago

Hotel Ideas near Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.

Airport Hotels near Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.

Redamo Suites

Redamo Suites

2 out of 5
3401 Jefferson Hwy New Orleans LA
$80 nightly
The price is $92 total per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
$92 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Caesars Superdome and Canal Street are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (218 reviews)
Very nice place spacious rooms and very clean. Mostly 3 minutes away from hospital

Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026

Redamo Suites
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
$106 nightly
The price is $122 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$122 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this 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! (1,789 reviews)
Room was clean,fridge was super cold,beds were not terrible,pool has no rails by the steps so a lil dangerous but the pool area and patio was super nice. It's not a bright colorful hotel so prob why it was not over booked or crowded. It's nicer inside than the outside for sure. Breakfast was ready ...

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Metairie (New Orleans), LA
Brent House Hotel

Brent House Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1512 Jefferson Highway New Orleans LA
$159 nightly
The price is $182 total per night from Apr 3 to Apr 4
$182 total
Apr 3 - Apr 4
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Clean room

Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026

Brent House 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.

Hotels In New Orleans

Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter

Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter

4 out of 5
124 Royal St New Orleans LA
$121 nightly
The price is $144 total per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
$144 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (5,119 reviews)
Convenient location to explore the French quarter, Jackson Square and walks along the river. Highly recommend!

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG

Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG

4 out of 5
739 Canal Street at Bourbon New Orleans LA
$105 nightly
The price is $125 total per night from Apr 8 to Apr 9
$125 total
Apr 8 - Apr 9
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
7.6/10 Good! (5,509 reviews)
The property is real outdated. It smelled old but the room was clean. It had this creepy picture above the bed while the walls were made of brick. I did not like this hotel at all. I left and reserved another hotel.

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Bourbon Orleans Hotel

Bourbon Orleans Hotel

4 out of 5
717 Orleans St. New Orleans LA
$168 nightly
The price is $198 total per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
$198 total
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Total with taxes and fees
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 helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,076 reviews)
Yes

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

Bourbon Orleans 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.

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
$79 nightly
The price is $91 total per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
$91 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Total with taxes and fees
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews)
B

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

Best Western Plus New Orleans Airport Hotel
Wyndham New Orleans Airport & Conference Center

Wyndham New Orleans Airport & Conference Center

2.5 out of 5
2829 Williams Blvd Kenner LA
$98 nightly
The price is $112 total per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
$112 total
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kenner. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,607 reviews)
The room was clean and comfortable. The staff very helpful

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

Wyndham 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
$85 nightly
The price is $96 total per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
$96 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Total with taxes and fees
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 Morgan ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
Room service was a little off

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026

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
$128 nightly
The price is $145 total per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
$145 total
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this guesthouse in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, concierge services, and cable/satellite TV service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (348 reviews)
so clean and near garden area！quiet place

Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026

Historic Streetcar Inn
Holiday Inn Express New Orleans - Arts District by IHG

Holiday Inn Express New Orleans - Arts District by IHG

3 out of 5
936 Saint Charles Avenue New Orleans LA
$89 nightly
The price is $106 total per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
$106 total
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,125 reviews)
Staff very nice, clean room, walkable to WWII museum.

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

Holiday Inn Express New Orleans - Arts District by IHG
Crescent Palms Motel

Crescent Palms Motel

2 out of 5
Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard, 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 ...
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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
$120 nightly
The price is $142 total per night from Mar 24 to Mar 25
$142 total
Mar 24 - Mar 25
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,959 reviews)
Great location, friendly staff

Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026

Drury Plaza Hotel New Orleans
Le Pavillon, New Orleans, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott

Le Pavillon, New Orleans, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott

4 out of 5
833 Poydras St New Orleans LA
$233 nightly
The price is $275 total per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
$275 total
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
The staff at this hotel are very friendly and helpful in every way possible.

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

Le Pavillon, New Orleans, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott
Maison Dupuy

Maison Dupuy

3.5 out of 5
1001 Toulouse St New Orleans LA
$110 nightly
The price is $131 total per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
$131 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Total with taxes and fees
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,361 reviews)
Excellent place with an easy walk to most places you would want to visit. Good music in the Hotel at night if you want to stay close.

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

Maison Dupuy
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
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
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

Are there non-stop flights from National Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
You'll be happy to hear that you can fly straight from National Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY). Direct flights are offered by multiple carriers, including American Airlines and Southwest Airlines.
What is the shortest flight from DCA to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
Keep that movie marathon for some other time, because the flight from Washington to New Orleans will be over fast. It can take just 2 hours and 55 minutes to journey from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport.
How many hours flight from DCA to MSY?
The trip from DCA to MSY will take about 3 hours and 7 minutes. A couple of movies, some audiobooks and a nice snooze will help make time fly by.
What airlines have the most flights from DCA to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport?
Try Southwest Airlines (WN). It's one of the airlines advertising flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY). It's also a favorite among travelers and has 99 services on this route each month. American Airlines (AA) also travels from Washington to New Orleans. It's another popular choice and has 171 flights each month.

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