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Cheapest round-trip
$321
Typical prices: $324-$500
American Airlines
Wed 11/7Sat 11/10
DAY - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$165
Typical prices: $249-$408
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/12
DAY - MSY • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Dayton and New Orleans. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
23 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 36% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
August
Cheapest • 24% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $415 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 5h 10m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dayton to New Orleans (DAY-MSY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dayton to New Orleans

Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10
American Airlines Logo
1:40 pm - 5:51 pmDAY  Dayton-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
2:13 pm - 8:05 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DAY Dayton
4h 52m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$321American Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 21
American Airlines Logo
7:27 pm - 11:52 pmDAY  Dayton-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 25m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
3:45 pm - 11:33 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DAY Dayton
6h 48m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$321American Airlines
Sat, Jan 9 - Wed, Jan 13
Delta Logo
6:40 pm - 11:27 pmDAY  Dayton-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
3:25 pm - 11:14 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DAY Dayton
6h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$321Delta
Tue, Jan 5 - Wed, Jan 13
Delta Logo
11:05 am - 4:18 pmDAY  Dayton-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
10:05 am - 5:49 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DAY Dayton
6h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$321Delta
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
United Airlines Logo
11:33 am - 4:44 pmDAY  Dayton-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 11m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 2:15 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DAY Dayton
5h 15m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$321United Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 21
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:39 amDAY  Dayton-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 39m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:39 am - 1:05 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DAY Dayton
6h 26m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$321American Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Tue, Jan 12
Delta Logo
11:05 am - 2:25 pmDAY  Dayton-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
11:40 am - 5:49 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DAY Dayton
5h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$321Delta
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
United Airlines Logo
11:33 am - 7:58 pmDAY  Dayton-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 25m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:26 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DAY Dayton
5h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$326United Airlines
Fri, Jan 8 - Thu, Jan 14
Breeze Airways Logo
12:33 pm - 6:54 pmDAY  Dayton-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 21m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
Breeze Airways Logo
5:54 pm - 7:51 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DAY Dayton
24h 57m2 stops Tampa Fort Lauderdale
$331Breeze Airways
Mon, Jan 4 - Sun, Jan 10
Breeze Airways Logo
12:37 pm - 6:54 pmDAY  Dayton-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 17m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
Breeze Airways Logo
7:15 am - 11:48 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DAY Dayton
27h 33m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
$353Breeze Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for Dayton to New Orleans flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Dayton to New Orleans with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Dayton to New Orleans?

Round-trip flights from Dayton to New Orleans start at $321. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $324 to $500. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $321 on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dayton to New Orleans?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dayton to New Orleans, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 27% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Dayton to New Orleans?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Dayton to New Orleans at $290 round-trip.
•June ($605) and April ($467) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 108% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Dayton to New Orleans the cheapest?

Flights from Dayton to New Orleans are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 36% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Dayton to New Orleans flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$165
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 8% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 3% increase in price.
Flight from Dayton to New Orleans

When to book flights from Dayton to New Orleans

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dayton to New Orleans based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Dayton to New Orleans flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Dayton to New Orleans?

    Flights from Dayton to New Orleans usually depart from Dayton (DAY) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Dayton to New Orleans?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Dayton to New Orleans.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Dayton to New Orleans pass through?

    One-stop flights from Dayton to New Orleans most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 68% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 5% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Dayton to New Orleans?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 28% on the Dayton to New Orleans route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $353 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $489, a difference of $136. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in New Orleans?

    Some of the most popular sights in New Orleans are Caesars Superdome, New Orleans Morial Convention Center and Canal Street. These are among the most viewed places in New Orleans on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Dayton to New Orleans flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 18% above the route average of $384. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Dayton to New Orleans?

    A nonstop flight from Dayton to New Orleans takes 0h 00m, covering 765 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dayton to New Orleans?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Dayton to New Orleans changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $321 to $1,715. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Dayton to New Orleans looking right now?

    One-way fares from Dayton to New Orleans are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $236, which is 43% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Dayton to New Orleans?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 50m, compared with 5h 10m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 5h 24m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • What is the time difference between Dayton and New Orleans?

    New Orleans is 1 hour behind Dayton (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Priceless
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Dayton to New Orleans flight?

    Round-trip flights from Dayton to New Orleans range from $324 to $500, with an average of $384 over the past 12 months. Anything below $324 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Dayton to New Orleans flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average $353 - about $136 less than Sunday (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 36% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dayton to New Orleans trip for August. Fares historically average $290 round-trip in that month - typically $315 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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