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 $102 One Way, $131 Round Trip

Prices starting at $131 for return flights and $102 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.

Sat, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 12
MSY
New Orleans
DCA
Washington
$131 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$131
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 11 from New Orleans to Washington, returning Sun, Oct 12, priced at $131 found 5 days ago
Wed, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 5
MSY
New Orleans
DCA
Washington
$207 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$207
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from New Orleans to Washington, returning Wed, Nov 5, priced at $207 found 2 days ago
Thu, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 27
MSY
New Orleans
DCA
Washington
$208 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$208
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 23 from New Orleans to Washington, returning Mon, Oct 27, priced at $208 found 2 hours ago
Fri, Oct 31 - Tue, Nov 4
MSY
New Orleans
DCA
Washington
$212 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$212
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Fri, Oct 31 from New Orleans to Washington, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $212 found 3 hours ago
Thu, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 27
MSY
New Orleans
DCA
Washington
$214 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$214
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Thu, Oct 23 from New Orleans to Washington, returning Mon, Oct 27, priced at $214 found 2 hours 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
$144 nightly
The price is $165 total per night from Sep 26 to Sep 27
$165 total
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Total with taxes and fees
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (114 reviews)
"It was clean and quiet."

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025

AC Hotel by Marriott Arlington National Landing
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
$118 nightly
The price is $135 total per night from Oct 3 to Oct 4
$135 total
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Total with taxes and fees
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! (1,012 reviews)
"Other than the bugs outside it was great! I'd stay again and recommend to friends/"

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025

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

DoubleTree by Hilton Washington DC - Crystal City

4 out of 5
300 Army Navy Dr, Arlington, VA
$112 nightly
The price is $128 total per night from Oct 3 to Oct 4
$128 total
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Arlington. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,203 reviews)
"Great location! Awesome staff and great dining options."

Reviewed on Sep 18, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Washington DC - Crystal City
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
$109 nightly
The price is $126 total per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
$126 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
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! (4,647 reviews)
"The staff is exceptionally accommodating. I was impressed with the lengths they went to in order to ensure that our stay was comfortable and that our needs were met. The room was clean and accessible."

Reviewed on Sep 19, 2025

Washington Plaza Hotel
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

4 out of 5
1001 14th St NW, Washington, DC
$200 nightly
The price is $227 total per night from Sep 20 to Sep 21
$227 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
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! (2,763 reviews)
"The room and facility were very clean."

Reviewed on Sep 18, 2025

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
citizenM Washington DC Capitol

citizenM Washington DC Capitol

4 out of 5
550 School St SW, Washington, DC
$99 nightly
The price is $115 total per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
$115 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,790 reviews)
"This hotel is located in a very convenient area, right next to national mall and less than 5 minutes away from a metro station with multiple lines. The hotel room is clean, small but with everything you need. Citizen m is my go to choice when I go solo traveling."

Reviewed on Sep 19, 2025

citizenM Washington DC Capitol
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
$252 nightly
The price is $297 total per night from Sep 26 to Sep 27
$297 total
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Total with taxes and fees
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Stayed there many times. Everything was exceptional."

Reviewed on Sep 13, 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
$159 nightly
The price is $184 total per night from Sep 20 to Sep 21
$184 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
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! (1,010 reviews)
"Great property...great location...great staff! Housekeeping should be sre to check supplies in bathroom. They didn't provide hand soap on our 2nd day, nor did they replace the shower gel...luckily I had a bar of soap in my bag2nd day..."

Reviewed on Sep 7, 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
$110 nightly
The price is $127 total per night from Oct 2 to Oct 3
$127 total
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Total with taxes and fees
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! (1,699 reviews)
"Clean but small rooms, construction going on next door and loud pedestrians easily heard from the hotel room. No view."

Reviewed on Sep 17, 2025

Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center
The Baron Hotel

The Baron Hotel

3 out of 5
1523 22nd Street NW, Washington, DC
$98 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Sep 25 to Sep 26
$114 total
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Total with taxes and fees
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 ...
7/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"It's in a nice area of downtown. It's clean and the staff is friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025

The Baron Hotel
Windsor Inn Hotel

Windsor Inn Hotel

2 out of 5
1842 16th St Nw, Washington, DC
$98 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Sep 20 to Sep 21
$114 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
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 (1,001 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
$149 nightly
The price is $173 total per night from Oct 2 to Oct 3
$173 total
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Total with taxes and fees
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! (1,969 reviews)
"Everything"

Reviewed on Sep 15, 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
$159 nightly
The price is $184 total per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
$184 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
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! (2,894 reviews)
"Great price for the value."

Reviewed on Sep 18, 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
$135 nightly
The price is $157 total per night from Oct 2 to Oct 3
$157 total
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Total with taxes and fees
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! (1,582 reviews)
"Great pick"

Reviewed on Sep 17, 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
New Orleans
Destination Airport
Washington
Number Of Airlines Serving
2
Distance
968 mi
Shortest Flight Departure Time
5:13PM CDT
Shortest Flight Departure Date
Sep 26
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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