Cheap Flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Washington, D.C. (Arlington County), VA (WAS)

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New Orleans Washington, D.C. (Arlington County), VA
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Fri, 10 May MSY - DCA
Sun, 12 May DCA - MSY
$139 $136
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Route information

Distance: 964 miles
New Orleans airports
L Armstrong Intl (MSY) How far from city center: 12 miles
Nas (NBG) How far from city center: 9 miles
Lakefront (NEW) How far from city center: 6 miles
Washington, D.C. (Arlington County), VA airports
Dulles Intl (IAD) How far from city center: 23 miles
Baltimore (BWI) How far from city center: 28 miles
R Reagan National (DCA) How far from city center: 3 miles
Buzzards Pt S (BZS) How far from city center: 3 miles
Bolling Afb (BOF) How far from city center: 4 miles
Baltimore Greenbelt (GBO) How far from city center: 27 miles

Going to and from the airports

Flights from New Orleans

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 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. (Arlington County), VA

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 to Washington, D.C. (Arlington County), VA

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For flights from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. (Arlington County), VA, how can I find the cheapest price?
The cheapest price for a flight from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. (Arlington County), VA is $55. 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 to Washington, D.C. (Arlington County), VA?
The most popular months to book a trip from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. (Arlington County), VA are September, February and October, based on the searches of our customers.
When is the best time to travel from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. (Arlington County), VA?
The best time of the year to visit Washington, D.C. (Arlington County), VA depends on lots of personal preferences, especially the price. Regarding popularity, April is the best month to fly to Washington, D.C. (Arlington County), VA from New Orleans 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 - Washington, D.C. (Arlington County), VA.
How long does the flight from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. (Arlington County), VA take?
Flight length from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. (Arlington County), VA 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. (Arlington County), VA compared to New Orleans?
While in New Orleans the temperatures can reach an average of 34.58 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 12.0 mm ,Washington, D.C. (Arlington County), VA's temperatures can go up to 33.72 ºC during the hot season, with 12.0 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around -10.8 ºC in Washington, D.C. (Arlington County), VA, compared to the 0.83 ºC average degrees reported in New Orleans. During the winter period, New Orleans can register 12.0 mm precipitation, while Washington, D.C. (Arlington County), VA have an average of 14.67 mm rain level.
Which airports have flights between New Orleans and Washington, D.C. (Arlington County), VA?
The main route from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. (Arlington County), VA is: L Armstrong Intl (MSY) to Dulles Intl (IAD). The following airlines fly this route:
  • United Airlines.
  • Lufthansa.
  • Brussels Airlines.
  • Alternatively, you can find New Orleans - Washington, D.C. (Arlington County), VA flights between L Armstrong Intl (MSY) to R Reagan National (DCA) with the following airline(s) flying the route: American Airlines.
  • Republic Airline.
Flying Time 2 h and 24 m When flying from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. (Arlington County), VA, this can take around 2 h and 24 m in flying time, however this flight duration can vary due to other factors
Cheapest flight $55 The best price for flights from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. (Arlington County), VA offered by eDreams, which have been found by our customers in the last 3 days
Departure Airport L Armstrong Intl L Armstrong Intl is where you'll take off when flying from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. (Arlington County), VA
Arrival Airport Dulles Intl You'll land at Dulles Intl when flying from New Orleans to Washington, D.C. (Arlington County), VA

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