Travelling from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA) to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport.
New Orleans is one hour behind Washington DC and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
Flights from DCA to MSY start at 07:25 — the earliest with Southwest Airlines. The last departure is at 20:35 with Southwest Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 32 weekly Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DCA to MSY flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
American Airlines is your gateway to exploring New Orleans (and perhaps some other great corners of the United States!). Browse the direct flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport offered by this carrier.
American Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
The most punctual carrier offering DCA to MSY flights is American Airlines. Its services land without delay 72.07% of the time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between DCA and MSY:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Nashville Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA) to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)
Currently, $131 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $248. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Book five months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from DCA to MSY.
The cheapest month for flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from DCA to MSY.
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Handy information about Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)
The address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.
Of all flights leaving Washington Ronald Reagan Airport, 71% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Washington Ronald Reagan Airport from central Washington DC, it takes about 10 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near DCA. Whether you've booked an early flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)
Book a hotel close to MSY if you're taking a late Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Thrifty and explore beyond New Orleans's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) to central New Orleans
You'll find MSY at 900 Airline Highway.
From New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport, New Orleans is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
When to fly to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)
The quietest month for a flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport is March, while April is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit New Orleans based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport for August if you want to visit New Orleans during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from DCA to MSY in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Baton Rouge is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of New Orleans. Around 121 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including St. Joseph Cathedral, USS Kidd and 13th Gate Haunted House.
Around 451 kilometres north-east of New Orleans, Montgomery is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Civil Rights Memorial, Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church and Rosa Parks Arrest Site.
