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Flying Time2 h and 24 mWhen flying from New Orleans, LA to Washington, D.C., this can take around 2 h and 24 m in flying time, however this flight duration can vary due to other factors

Cheapest flight$80The best price for flights from New Orleans, LA to Washington, D.C. offered by eDreams, which have been found by our customers in the last 3 days

Departure AirportLouis Armstrong New Orleans International AirportLouis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is where you'll take off when flying from New Orleans, LA to Washington, D.C.

Arrival AirportRonald Reagan Washington National AirportYou'll land at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport when flying from New Orleans, LA to Washington, D.C.

Peak seasonAprilApril is the busiest time to fly from New Orleans, LA to Washington, D.C. according to search data results from our customers

Airlines operating this routeAmerican AirlinesAirline(s) that fly from New Orleans, LA to Washington, D.C.

Best time to bookSeptemberSeptember is one of the most frequent times to fly to Washington, D.C. from New Orleans, LA according to real data from our customers

Distance: 964 miles

New Orleans, LA airports

L Armstrong Intl (MSY)How far from city center: 12 miles

Washington, D.C. airports

Dulles Intl (IAD)How far from city center: 23 miles

R Reagan National (DCA)How far from city center: 3 miles

Flights from New Orleans, LA

New Orleans is one of the oldest cities in America, formed from a long history of jazz and a diverse mix of cultures. Its principal airport is the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY). This airport is host to 17 airlines serving 59 destinations directly and there are roughly 150 departures daily. In addition to the expected amenities of a modern airport, such as airline lounges, a currency exchange, a business center, restaurants, parking and duty-free shops, the airport also offers live music to support and help musicians showcase their talents. Performances are free and can be watched at four different locations within MSY.

Travelling to New Orleans, LA airport

A taxi is a convenient transport option to get to the airport from the Central Business District (CBD) or the French Quarter. If you will arrive in New Orleans by train (Amtrak), you have to take a taxi or bus to the airport from Union Station. The Greyhound Bus has a Downtown Bus Station where you can catch a ride to New Orleans airport. An alternative is to take the Jefferson Transit Authority (JET) or the Regional Transit Authority (RTA) which offer nine daily bus trips to MSY. Airport shuttles, Uber and car rentals are other ways to get to the airport.

Reaching Washington, D.C.

Washington DC is more than just a place for political discussions and decisions, it is also home to a rich history, fantastic culture and a multi-ethnic population. Areas such as Chinatown and Little Ethiopia attest to the presence of different communities in the District. Visit the White House, admire the Washington Memorial or explore the Smithsonian museums. DC is a vibrant city that has lots to offer, from boutiques and parks to trendy neighborhoods and historic villages. The dining scene is diverse and the nightlife is animated, which will leave you with plenty of reasons to stick around longer than planned.

Getting to the city center

Flights from New Orleans to Washington might land at one of three major airports serving the capital: Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). From Reagan National Airport – which is the closest airport to DC of the three – you can take the Metrorail (above ground), taxis, shared ride services and rental cars. Dulles International is connected to the Metrorail using the Silver Line Bus Express. Alternatively, you can use taxis or airport shuttles. BWI Airport is in Baltimore and is accessible via the Amtrak train that stops at DC's Union Station.

Frequently asked questions about flights from New Orleans, LA to Washington, D.C.

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?

Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to United States. At eDreams have you covered!

For flights from New Orleans, LA to Washington, D.C., how can I find the cheapest price?

The cheapest price for a flight from New Orleans, LA to Washington, D.C. is $81. At eDreams we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

When booking, when is the best time to get the best prices for flights from New Orleans, LA to Washington, D.C.?

The most popular months to book a trip from New Orleans, LA to Washington, D.C. are September, February and October, based on the searches of our customers.

When is the best time to travel from New Orleans, LA to Washington, D.C.?

The best time of the year to visit Washington, D.C. depends on lots of personal preferences, especially the price. Regarding popularity, April is the best month to fly to Washington, D.C. from New Orleans, LA in terms of searches from our customers, followed by November and March. If you prefer to avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds August, February and October are the months with fewer searches for New Orleans, LA - Washington, D.C..

How long does the flight from New Orleans, LA to Washington, D.C. take?

Flight length from New Orleans, LA to Washington, D.C. is around 02:24 hours on average, at an average distance of 1,541 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

How is the weather in Washington, D.C. compared to New Orleans, LA?

While in New Orleans, LA the temperatures can reach an average of 34.58 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 12 mm ,Washington, D.C.'s temperatures can go up to 33.72 ºC during the hot season, with 12 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around -10.8 ºC in Washington, D.C., compared to the 0.83 ºC average degrees reported in New Orleans, LA. During the winter period, New Orleans, LA can register 12 mm precipitation, while Washington, D.C. have an average of 14.67 mm rain level.

Which airports have flights between New Orleans, LA and Washington, D.C.?

The main route from New Orleans, LA to Washington, D.C. is: Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). The following airlines fly this route:

Frontier Airlines.

Alternatively, you can find New Orleans, LA - Washington, D.C. flights between Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) with the following airline(s) flying the route: American Airlines.

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