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Cheap flights from Detroit to New Orleans from C$ 58

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — MSY
1 Mar — 8 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Detroit All airports to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in March or August, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) to New Orleans (MSY). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 24 February 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 205

One-way from

C$ 58

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

March

Average price

C$ 466

Good round-trip deal

C$ 190 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 107 or less
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 9/3-15/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 16m total
  • Detroit to New Orleans
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 26/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 00m total
  • Detroit to New Orleans
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (C$ 4 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Detroit (DTT) to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Detroit (DTT) to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

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Cheapest flights from Detroit to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 February 2025.

Tue 4/310:53 a.m.DTW - MSY
1 stop5h 35mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/35:24 a.m.MSY - DTW
1 stop6h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 23/2C$ 179
Fri 7/32:30 p.m.DTW - MSY
Nonstop2h 40mDelta
Tue 11/311:14 a.m.MSY - DTW
Nonstop2h 31mDelta
Deal found 24/2C$ 280
Sat 1/33:35 p.m.DTW - MSY
1 stop5h 20mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/39:19 a.m.MSY - DTW
1 stop6h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 24/2C$ 308
Tue 29/42:30 p.m.DTW - MSY
1 stop9h 01mJetBlue
Sat 3/512:07 p.m.MSY - DTW
1 stop8h 52mJetBlue
Deal found 24/2C$ 394
Sat 1/35:50 p.m.DTW - MSY
1 stop5h 40mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/33:50 p.m.MSY - DTW
1 stop7h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/2C$ 408
Sat 5/48:25 p.m.DTW - MSY
1 stop4h 05mSouthwest
Mon 7/42:50 p.m.MSY - DTW
2 stops7h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 24/2C$ 432

Find flights from Detroit to New Orleans within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to New Orleans that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 24 February 2025.

Fly from

Detroit

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New Orleans

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 9/3

7:15 p.m.-9:58 a.m.

1 stop15h 43m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 15/3

2:46 p.m.-6:19 p.m.

Nonstop2h 33m

C$ 205

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 7/3

2:30 p.m.-4:10 p.m.

Nonstop2h 40m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 11/3

11:14 a.m.-2:45 p.m.

Nonstop2h 31m

C$ 280

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 29/4

2:30 p.m.-10:31 p.m.

1 stop9h 01m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 3/5

12:07 p.m.-9:59 p.m.

1 stop8h 52m

C$ 394

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 7/3

5:40 a.m.-10:10 a.m.

1 stop5h 30m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 11/3

5:37 p.m.-11:57 p.m.

1 stop5h 20m

C$ 408

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/4

8:25 p.m.-11:30 p.m.

1 stop4h 05m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 7/4

2:50 p.m.-10:50 p.m.

2 stops7h 00m

C$ 432

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 26/3

9:58 p.m.-6:58 a.m.

1 stop10h 00m

C$ 58

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 9/3

8:25 a.m.-10:06 a.m.

Nonstop2h 41m

C$ 141

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 23/8

6:45 a.m.-11:31 a.m.

1 stop5h 46m

C$ 206

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 26/3

12:06 p.m.-7:45 p.m.

2 stops8h 39m

C$ 212

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/5

1:05 p.m.-8:25 p.m.

2 stops8h 20m

C$ 263

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to New Orleans

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Travel insights for flights from Detroit to New Orleans

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Detroit to New Orleans including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Detroit to New Orleans, you should look to book at least 49 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to New Orleans?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to New Orleans (average of C$ 521). Flying from Detroit to New Orleans in October is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 640). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTT to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to New Orleans. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 24 February 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 28% on flights from Detroit to New Orleans by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on 23 February 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit to New Orleans

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to New Orleans. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 24 February 2025.

The most flights from DTT to MSY are scheduled on a Saturday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Rainfall in New Orleans by month

Plan your trip to New Orleans by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Orleans ranges from 83.0 - 163.0 mm per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 163.0 mm. October is typically the driest time to visit New Orleans when rainfall is around 83.0 mm.

Temperature in New Orleans by month

Plan your trip to New Orleans by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Orleans, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Orleans. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to New Orleans. Reviews last updated 24 February 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Detroit to New Orleans. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

8.0
Very good

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to New Orleans. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Detroit to New Orleans?

    To fly from Detroit to New Orleans, you need to book a flight from All airports (DTT) to Louis Armstrong (MSY). Nonstop flights to New Orleans Louis Armstrong from Detroit All airports take 2h 32m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 6 outbound flights from All airports to Louis Armstrong offered by 3 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit to New Orleans round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Detroit to New Orleans is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 205 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and JetBlue, starting at C$ 280 and C$ 394 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Detroit to New Orleans for 46% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit to New Orleans one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at C$ 58. Delta flights start at C$ 141 while deals on JetBlue start at C$ 206 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit to New Orleans?

    Before booking your flight to New Orleans from Detroit, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: KLM (100%), Air France (100%), Korean Air( 91%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to New Orleans?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for C$ 80. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - New Orleans Louis Armstrong) can be booked for C$ 232 on average our data indicates C$ 242 when flying from Detroit to New Orleans.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Detroit to New Orleans flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to New Orleans?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Detroit to New Orleans.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to New Orleans?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to New Orleans by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to New Orleans?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to New Orleans (average of C$ 521). Flying from Detroit to New Orleans in October is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 640). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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