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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans from C$ 76

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 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — MSY
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in August or May, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday 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 (DTW) 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 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 193

One-way from

C$ 76

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

C$ 399

Good round-trip deal

C$ 263 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 119 or less
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 12/5-19/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 8h 02m total
  • Detroit to New Orleans
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Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 12/5
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 27m total
  • Detroit to New Orleans
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 15 April 2025.

Mon 12/55:53 a.m.DTW - MSY
Nonstop2h 27mSpirit Airlines
Mon 19/54:45 p.m.MSY - DTW
1 stop5h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 14/4C$ 193
Fri 25/48:15 p.m.DTW - MSY
1 stop14h 19mMultiple Airlines
Mon 28/41:42 p.m.MSY - DTW
Nonstop2h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4C$ 327
Wed 18/68:50 a.m.DTW - MSY
Nonstop2h 27mDelta
Mon 23/64:44 p.m.MSY - DTW
Nonstop2h 38mDelta
Deal found 15/4C$ 331
Fri 25/48:15 p.m.DTW - MSY
1 stop14h 19mSun Country Air
Sun 27/43:45 p.m.MSY - DTW
1 stop18h 41mSun Country Air
Deal found 14/4C$ 340
Wed 18/66:05 a.m.DTW - MSY
1 stop3h 50mSouthwest
Mon 23/611:55 a.m.MSY - DTW
2 stops7h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 14/4C$ 366
Sat 10/511:10 a.m.DTW - MSY
2 stops11h 34mUnited Airlines
Tue 13/55:00 a.m.MSY - DTW
2 stops9h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/4C$ 463
Tue 29/42:30 p.m.DTW - MSY
1 stop9h 01mJetBlue
Sat 3/512:07 p.m.MSY - DTW
1 stop8h 52mJetBlue
Deal found 14/4C$ 838
Fri 9/55:13 p.m.DTW - MSY
2 stops22h 32mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/55:49 p.m.MSY - DTW
2 stops34h 22mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 14/4C$ 851

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans that are best for you.

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Detroit

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Depart

Return

Price

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/5

5:53 a.m.-7:20 a.m.

Nonstop2h 27m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 19/5

4:45 p.m.-11:20 p.m.

1 stop5h 35m

C$ 193

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 25/4

8:15 p.m.-9:34 a.m.

1 stop14h 19m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 28/4

1:42 p.m.-5:11 p.m.

Nonstop2h 29m

C$ 327

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 18/6

8:50 a.m.-10:17 a.m.

Nonstop2h 27m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 23/6

4:44 p.m.-8:22 p.m.

Nonstop2h 38m

C$ 331

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 25/4

8:15 p.m.-9:34 a.m.

1 stop14h 19m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 27/4

3:45 p.m.-11:26 a.m.

1 stop18h 41m

C$ 340

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 18/6

6:05 a.m.-8:55 a.m.

1 stop3h 50m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 23/6

11:55 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

2 stops7h 05m

C$ 366

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/5

11:10 a.m.-9:44 p.m.

2 stops11h 34m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 13/5

5:00 a.m.-3:20 p.m.

2 stops9h 20m

C$ 463

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$ 838

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/5

5:13 p.m.-2:45 p.m.

2 stops22h 32m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 12/5

5:49 p.m.-5:11 a.m.

2 stops34h 22m

C$ 851

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/5

5:53 a.m.-7:20 a.m.

Nonstop2h 27m

C$ 76

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 18/5

7:48 p.m.-8:40 a.m.

1 stop13h 52m

C$ 150

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to New Orleans

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 11 April 2025.

Booking 37 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans (average of C$ 521). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans in October is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 635). 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 DTW 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 15 April 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 33% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 30 March 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 15 April 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Detroit to New Orleans. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,871 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,871 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,871 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,871 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,871 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,656 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,871 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,926 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,871 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

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?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong is the airport most travellers will use when flying to New Orleans from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. Booking flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Louis Armstrong (MSY) should be relatively easy as there are 3 daily flights to New Orleans from 3 different airlines. 2h 31m is how long a flight from Detroit to New Orleans Louis Armstrong will take if you book a nonstop flight.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 193 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Sun Country Air, starting at C$ 331 and C$ 340 round-trip. These flights start at 49% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    C$ 76 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Sun Country Air and Southwest, with prices starting from C$ 150 and C$ 215, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans are Korean Air (79%), WestJet (78%) and Delta (77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans? While on average our users pay C$ 229, our data indicates the cheapest price to be C$ 89. The most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), is priced around C$ 351.

  • 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans (average of C$ 521). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans in October is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 635). 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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Spirit AirlinesCheapestC$ 133AverageC$ 274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 276AverageC$ 470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SouthwestCheapestC$ 308AverageC$ 580FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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