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

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Cheap Flights from MSY to DCA starting at $99 One Way, $189 Round Trip

Prices starting at $189 for return flights and $99 for one-way flights to Ronald Reagan Washington National were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Fri, Nov 7 - Sun, Nov 9
MSY
New Orleans
DCA
Washington
$189 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$189
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Fri, Nov 7 from New Orleans to Washington, returning Sun, Nov 9, priced at $189 found 1 day ago
Sat, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 5
MSY
New Orleans
DCA
Washington
$203 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$203
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Sat, Nov 1 from New Orleans to Washington, returning Wed, Nov 5, priced at $203 found 2 days ago
Fri, Nov 7 - Sun, Nov 9
MSY
New Orleans
DCA
Washington
$209 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$209
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Fri, Nov 7 from New Orleans to Washington, returning Sun, Nov 9, priced at $209 found 1 day ago
Tue, Sep 16 - Sat, Sep 20
MSY
New Orleans
DCA
Washington
$211 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$211
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from New Orleans to Washington, returning Sat, Sep 20, priced at $211 found 2 days ago
Thu, Jan 29 - Sun, Feb 1
MSY
New Orleans
DCA
Washington
$213 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$213
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 29 from New Orleans to Washington, returning Sun, Feb 1, priced at $213 found 1 day ago

Hotel Ideas near Ronald Reagan Washington National

Airport Hotels near Ronald Reagan Washington National

AC Hotel by Marriott Arlington National Landing

AC Hotel by Marriott Arlington National Landing

4 out of 5
1999 Richmond Highway, Arlington, VA
The price is $127 total per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
$127 total
per night
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Arlington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (69 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2025

AC Hotel by Marriott Arlington National Landing
Courtyard by Marriott Arlington Crystal City/Reagan National

Courtyard by Marriott Arlington Crystal City/Reagan National

3.5 out of 5
2899 Richmond Highway, Arlington, VA
The price is $122 total per night from Aug 28 to Aug 29
$122 total
per night
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Arlington. Enjoy a free airport shuttle, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,402 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, will return again if ever in the area. Marriott hotels are the best!"

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Arlington Crystal City/Reagan National
Crowne Plaza Crystal City-Washington, D.C. by IHG

Crowne Plaza Crystal City-Washington, D.C. by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1480 Crystal Drive, Arlington, VA
The price is $130 total per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
$130 total
per night
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Arlington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"It was cool."

Reviewed on Aug 24, 2025

Crowne Plaza Crystal City-Washington, D.C. 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 Washington

Washington Plaza Hotel

Washington Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
10 Thomas Circle NW, Washington, DC
The price is $115 total per night from Aug 27 to Aug 28
$115 total
per night
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,566 reviews)
"Be"

Reviewed on Aug 24, 2025

Washington Plaza Hotel
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

4 out of 5
1001 14th St NW, Washington, DC
The price is $147 total per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
$147 total
per night
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,657 reviews)
"The property is currently going through renovations near the lobby area. The air conditioner in my room did not seem to work properly. Overall decent property to stay."

Reviewed on Aug 25, 2025

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
The Henley Park Hotel

The Henley Park Hotel

4 out of 5
926 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC
The price is $120 total per night from Aug 27 to Aug 28
$120 total
per night
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,157 reviews)
"Overall, the room was very nicely done. The bed was comfortable. Its downtown DC, so the was constant honking and sirens, but that was minor. Only one elevator was working at the time, so expect a little bit of a wait. The only offputting thing i experienced was a manager chewing out the person behind ..."

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2025

The Henley Park 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.

Washington Hotels With Airport Transportation

Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center

Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center

4 out of 5
201 Waterfront Street, Fort Washington, MD
The price is $367 total per night from Sep 14 to Sep 15
$367 total
per night
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in National Harbor. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Great view, great staff and good area"

Reviewed on Aug 22, 2025

Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
Courtyard by Marriott Washington, DC Dupont Circle

Courtyard by Marriott Washington, DC Dupont Circle

3.5 out of 5
1733 N St NW, Washington, DC
The price is $137 total per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
$137 total
per night
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Stay at this 3.5-star boutique hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Location was convenient to walk from Metro center, dining, bars, to museums etc."

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Washington, DC Dupont Circle
Malolo Bed and Breakfast

Malolo Bed and Breakfast

3.5 out of 5
5213 B Street Southeast, Washington, DC
Stay at this 3.5-star B&B in Washington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free area shuttle. Popular attractions Capital One Arena and Smithsonian Institution ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (74 reviews)
"Jorge and Dave are excellent hosts and shared lots of dining and activity suggestions. We would stay again."

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2025

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Malolo Bed and Breakfast
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 Washington Hotels

Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center

Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center

3.5 out of 5
627 H Street NW, Washington, DC
The price is $107 total per night from Aug 28 to Aug 29
$107 total
per night
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,666 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, enough room for two people and decent amenities. Staff were very helpful, especially at the front desk. Area was convenient and walkable. 10 mins from the natural portrait gallery and 20 - 25 mins from the national mall."

Reviewed on Aug 25, 2025

Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center
The Baron Hotel

The Baron Hotel

3 out of 5
1523 22nd Street NW, Washington, DC
The price is $115 total per night from Aug 27 to Aug 28
$115 total
per night
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
6.8/10 (1,004 reviews)
Worth it.
"Was ok. Older building but nice shape. No frizz’s but worth the cost. The tavern bar was a noisy and they got in the way. I still recommend."

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2025

The Baron Hotel
Windsor Inn Hotel

Windsor Inn Hotel

2 out of 5
1842 16th St Nw, Washington, DC
The price is $121 total per night from Aug 30 to Aug 31
$121 total
per night
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Stay at this hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
6.8/10 (999 reviews)
"This is a lovely, small boutique hotel. My room was small but sparkling clean as was the bathroom. An iron and ironing board, hair dryer and the usual small bottles of soap and shampoo were in the room. And, great internet access. The hotel is located in a lovely residential area where I easily found ..."

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025

Windsor Inn 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.

Family Friendly Hotels in Washington

Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center

Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center

3.5 out of 5
900 10th St NW, Washington, DC
The price is $164 total per night from Aug 29 to Aug 30
$164 total
per night
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,942 reviews)
Great place to stay for siteseeing.
"The hotel was comfortable and clean. The free breakfast was exceptional. We also liked the evening refresher drinks. The location is great for sightseeing and catching the Metro."

Reviewed on Aug 21, 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center
Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG

Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG

3 out of 5
550 C St SW, Washington, DC
The price is $138 total per night from Aug 28 to Aug 29
$138 total
per night
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,875 reviews)
"This hotel is very convenient to walk to the tourist area and museums. The hotel was very clean and had good security. The room was cleaned each day and breakfast buffet was large with excellent foods and options. Starbucks was located connected to the hotel which was very nice, but I still feel ..."

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2025

Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG
Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall

Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall

3 out of 5
400 E Street SW, Washington, DC
The price is $157 total per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
$157 total
per night
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,561 reviews)
"Love the location. Staff friendly. Nice size room. Buffet breakfast well done. The other food options from the rooftop and the bar disappoints. I would also like to decide my own gratuity ! 25% was a bit much for what it was. Please stock lemonade or Root beer! Thank you!"

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2025

Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall
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.

MSY to DCA Route Info

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

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from MSY to DCA?
Several airline companies operate direct flights from MSY to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), which is great news if the mere thought of stopping over somewhere sends you into a complete tailspin. Check out what amazing deals you can get with American Airlines and Southwest Airlines.
What is the shortest flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to DCA?
Keep that movie marathon for the hotel room, because the trip from New Orleans to Washington will be over before you know it. It can take you as little as 2 hours and 20 minutes to fly from MSY to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).
How many hours flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to National Airport?
With a general flight time of about 2 hours and 31 minutes between Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), you'll be exploring Arlington before you can ask, "Are we there yet?"
What airlines have the most flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
While there are numerous airlines with flights from MSY to National Airport, there are a couple that regular travelers keep coming back to. Southwest Airlines (WN) is one of the finest and offers 99 flights monthly. American Airlines (AA) also travels from New Orleans to Washington. It's another great option and has 171 flights every month.

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