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, $139 Round Trip

Prices starting at $139 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.

Sat, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 12
DCA
Washington
MSY
New Orleans
$139 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$139
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 5 from Washington to New Orleans, returning Sat, Sep 12, priced at $139 found 3 days ago
Sat, Mar 21 - Wed, Mar 25
DCA
Washington
MSY
New Orleans
$149 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$149
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Mar 21 from Washington to New Orleans, returning Wed, Mar 25, priced at $149 found 4 days ago
Mon, May 11 - Fri, May 15
DCA
Washington
MSY
New Orleans
$160 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$160
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, May 11 from Washington to New Orleans, returning Fri, May 15, priced at $160 found 4 days ago
Mon, Mar 16 - Tue, Mar 24
DCA
Washington
MSY
New Orleans
$162 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$162
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Mar 16 from Washington to New Orleans, returning Tue, Mar 24, priced at $162 found 4 days ago
Thu, Apr 30 - Tue, May 5
DCA
Washington
MSY
New Orleans
$174 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$174
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Apr 30 from Washington to New Orleans, returning Tue, May 5, priced at $174 found 1 day ago

Hotel Ideas near Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.

Airport Hotels near Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.

Brent House Hotel

Brent House Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1512 Jefferson Highway New Orleans LA
$209 nightly
The price is $240 total per night from Feb 12 to Feb 13
$240 total
Feb 12 - Feb 13
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! (1,002 reviews)
Rooms

Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026

Brent House Hotel
The Jung Hotel and Residences

The Jung Hotel and Residences

4 out of 5
1500 Canal St New Orleans LA
$79 nightly
The price is $94 total per night from Feb 18 to Feb 19
$94 total
Feb 18 - Feb 19
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,101 reviews)
Was charged in upgrade fee and did not get upgraded call stack to get this problem solved and she still was charging me for the upgrade fee when I checked in the attendant told me that there was no rooms available for the fifth grade so that was fine. Will not be staying here at this hotel ...

Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026

The Jung Hotel and Residences
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter

Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter

4 out of 5
124 Royal St New Orleans LA
$141 nightly
The price is $168 total per night from Feb 18 to Feb 19
$168 total
Feb 18 - Feb 19
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! (5,032 reviews)
The room was clean. The staff was very friendly and very helpful. It is right in the heart of French Quarter so it is an easy walk to just about anywhere you would want to go.

Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026

Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
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

The Westin New Orleans

The Westin New Orleans

4.5 out of 5
100 Rue Iberville New Orleans LA
$181 nightly
The price is $215 total per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
$215 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,481 reviews)
Everything was great

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026

The Westin New Orleans
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter

Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter

4 out of 5
124 Royal St New Orleans LA
$141 nightly
The price is $168 total per night from Feb 18 to Feb 19
$168 total
Feb 18 - Feb 19
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! (5,032 reviews)
The room was clean. The staff was very friendly and very helpful. It is right in the heart of French Quarter so it is an easy walk to just about anywhere you would want to go.

Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026

Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
The Jung Hotel and Residences

The Jung Hotel and Residences

4 out of 5
1500 Canal St New Orleans LA
$79 nightly
The price is $94 total per night from Feb 18 to Feb 19
$94 total
Feb 18 - Feb 19
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,101 reviews)
Was charged in upgrade fee and did not get upgraded call stack to get this problem solved and she still was charging me for the upgrade fee when I checked in the attendant told me that there was no rooms available for the fifth grade so that was fine. Will not be staying here at this hotel ...

Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026

The Jung Hotel and Residences
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
$85 nightly
The price is $98 total per night from Feb 25 to Feb 26
$98 total
Feb 25 - Feb 26
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! (1,000 reviews)
Yes everything was great 👍

Reviewed on Feb 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
$81 nightly
The price is $93 total per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
$93 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
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! (1,582 reviews)
Beautiful hotel. Consistently friendly staff. Convenient location

Reviewed on Feb 5, 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
$76 nightly
The price is $86 total per night from Feb 18 to Feb 19
$86 total
Feb 18 - Feb 19
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 Thomas ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
The carpet in the rooms could be vacuumed and shampooed. Room dusted regularly and the breakfast bar could use some type of meat other than waffles and eggs.

Reviewed on Feb 10, 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
$118 nightly
The price is $134 total per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
$134 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
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! (333 reviews)
Historic Streetcar Inn — 1/5 stars The only positives were the location, the property being gated, and one staff member we interacted with who was kind. Unfortunately, cleanliness was a serious issue. I understand the property is old and has historic charm, but age and charm are not excuses for poor ...

Reviewed on Feb 10, 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
$87 nightly
The price is $103 total per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
$103 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
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! (1,088 reviews)
The room was neglected - broken blinds both of them/broken safe inoperable/no extra pillow or blanket and only two towels. Shower had hair and shoe footprints in on arrival. Breakfast was. 2/10 most items not available and hot items cool. Hallways were not vacuumed over 48 hr stay and littered. Front ...

Reviewed on Feb 10, 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
$136 nightly
The price is $161 total per night from Feb 18 to Feb 19
$161 total
Feb 18 - Feb 19
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! (1,923 reviews)
Great location, great perks, comfortable room. We will stay here on our next trip to New Orleans!

Reviewed on Feb 11, 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
$211 nightly
The price is $248 total per night from Feb 18 to Feb 19
$248 total
Feb 18 - Feb 19
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! (1,003 reviews)
Hotel was beautiful! Room was clean and service was wonderful. I’ll definitely stay there again!

Reviewed on Feb 11, 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
$98 nightly
The price is $116 total per night from Feb 26 to Feb 27
$116 total
Feb 26 - Feb 27
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! (2,333 reviews)
Too much housekeeping

Reviewed on Feb 10, 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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