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Cheapest round-trip
$232
Typical prices: $218-$378
Frontier
Tue 8/11Mon 8/17
DTW - MSY • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$259
Typical prices: $219-$369
Delta
Thu 8/20Sun 8/30
DTW - MSY • Non-stop
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Delta offers free Wi-Fi for SkyMiles members on domestic Detroit-New Orleans flights.
Delta Main Cabin has less legroom; First Class adds eight extra inches.
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You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 2h 32m
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Cheapest • Avg $196 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 15m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 29% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to New Orleans (DTW-MSY)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Detroit to New Orleans that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to New Orleans

Tue, Aug 11 - Mon, Aug 17
Frontier Logo
2:56 pm - 1:29 pm
DTW
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MSY
23h 33m
2 stops
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5:09 pm - 9:20 am
MSY
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DTW
15h 11m
1 stop
$232Frontier
Sat, Aug 8 - Sun, Aug 16
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5:41 am - 10:25 am
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MSY
5h 44m
1 stop
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8:01 am - 3:18 pm
MSY
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DTW
6h 17m
1 stop
$233American Airlines
Fri, Jul 31 - Mon, Aug 3
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5:35 pm - 4:24 pm
DTW
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MSY
23h 49m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
5:09 pm - 12:40 am
MSY
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DTW
6h 31m
1 stop
$234Frontier
Fri, Aug 14 - Sat, Aug 22
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5:35 pm - 4:24 pm
DTW
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MSY
23h 49m
1 stop
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8:15 am - 1:04 am
MSY
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DTW
15h 49m
2 stops
$235Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jul 28 - Sat, Aug 1
Frontier Logo
2:56 pm - 4:27 pm
DTW
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MSY
26h 31m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
5:09 pm - 12:40 am
MSY
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DTW
6h 31m
1 stop
$236Frontier
Fri, Aug 21 - Fri, Aug 28
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6:00 am - 4:56 pm
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MSY
11h 56m
2 stops
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7:11 pm - 9:20 am
MSY
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DTW
13h 09m
1 stop
$237Frontier
Fri, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 7
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12:20 pm - 8:51 pm
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MSY
9h 31m
1 stop
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7:11 pm - 9:20 am
MSY
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DTW
13h 09m
1 stop
$239Frontier
Fri, Aug 14 - Thu, Aug 20
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1:19 pm - 9:03 pm
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MSY
8h 44m
1 stop
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7:11 pm - 1:04 am
MSY
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DTW
4h 53m
1 stop
$240Frontier
Fri, Aug 21 - Fri, Aug 28
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12:07 pm - 4:56 pm
DTW
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MSY
5h 49m
1 stop
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9:36 pm - 11:25 am
MSY
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DTW
12h 49m
1 stop
$241Frontier
Fri, Jul 31 - Fri, Aug 7
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5:35 pm - 1:29 pm
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MSY
20h 54m
2 stops
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5:09 pm - 1:44 pm
MSY
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DTW
19h 35m
1 stop
$242Frontier
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Detroit to New Orleans flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Detroit to New Orleans to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans departing in August.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit to New Orleans?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Detroit to New Orleans, look for departures on Fridays and avoid leaving on a Saturday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from New Orleans, Friday is the cheapest day to fly and Tuesday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans is October, where tickets cost $222 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and May, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $450 and $408 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $375 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 29% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 11 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Detroit to New Orleans

 
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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Expert on MSY

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$85
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 5% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 29% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Detroit to New Orleans

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Detroit 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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FAQs for booking Detroit to New Orleans flights

  • Which lounges are available at Detroit Metro Airport?

    Detroit Metro Airport hosts multiple lounges for premium passengers and military personnel, and one that allows passengers to buy a day pass. The Lufthansa Business Lounge is located in the North Terminal, and the Freedom Center Armed Services lounges, dedicated to U.S. military members, are located in the McNamara Terminal and the North Terminal. Delta Air Lines operates the Delta Sky Club near Gate A in the McNamara Terminal.

  • Where can I dine or access grab-and-go services at Detroit Metro Airport?

    There are several restaurants, cafes and bars at Detroit Metro Airport where passengers can fuel up before their flight. Visit Longhorn Steakhouse or Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in McNamara Terminal for a sit-down meal. Grab a takeaway from Starbucks or snacks from Brioche Dorée in the North Terminal.

  • Which ground transportation options are available at MSY Airport?

    Travelers landing at MSY can access buses, airport shuttles and taxis that offer transportation services to various places. Group travelers can take the E2 Airport Express bus from the airport to central New Orleans. The airport shuttles serve the hotels in the central business district and are found on the lower level in the baggage claim area, while taxis are on the first level outside the baggage claim.

  • Are there baby facilities at MSY Airport?

    Yes. MSY has three convenient nursing rooms for traveling mothers. You can use the rooms to breastfeed your baby or pump breast milk. They are located on Concourse A near Gate A3, next to Gate B9 of Concourse B and Gate C8 of Concourse C.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans was $85 for a one-way ticket and $232 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Detroit and New Orleans?

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Detroit to New Orleans?

    On your way to New Orleans, you’ll fly out from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. You’ll be landing at New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Detroit to New Orleans?

    Delta, JetBlue, American Airlines, and Aeromexico offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Detroit to New Orleans flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Detroit to New Orleans?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Detroit to New Orleans flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Detroit to New Orleans?

    oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Detroit and New Orleans, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Detroit to New Orleans?

    There are nonstop flights from Detroit to New Orleans on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Detroit to New Orleans, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Detroit to New Orleans are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $456 and an overall rating of 7.9, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $393 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Detroit to New Orleans?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Detroit to New Orleans.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Detroit to New Orleans?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New Orleans from Detroit is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Detroit to New Orleans?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to New Orleans with an airline and back to Detroit with another airline. Booking your flights between Detroit and MSY can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Detroit to New Orleans?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to New Orleans from Detroit up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $253 or less one-way and $329 or less round-trip.
  • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) serves Detroit and is a great option for family travelers. Your kids can have fun at the children’s play areas in McNamara Terminal in between Gates B20 and B21, and the North Terminal next to Gate D16. Kid-friendly attractions at the airport include a 39-foot wide water feature, which gives them a fantastic experience on the concourses.
  • Travelers can easily drive to Detroit Metro Airport because the airport has various parking facilities serving its travelers. You can access short-term parking services in the McNamara Terminal and the Blue Deck of the North Terminal. There are covered garages ideal for electric vehicles next to the McNamara Terminal. Park at the Green Lots for extended stays, and from there you can reach the terminals through airport shuttle buses.
  • Detroit Metro Airport acknowledges the importance of caring for pets and providing facilities for our traveling pets. Passengers can take their furry friends to the outdoor pet relief area outside the international arrivals at the McNamara Terminal to stretch and have fun in the grass area before your flight. There is also an indoor pet relief area inside the secure area in the North Terminal where pets can relieve themselves.
  • Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) has enhanced accessibility suitable to disabled travelers. Ramps, specialized toilets for wheelchair utilization and elevators are available throughout the airport and TDD telephones for passengers with hearing impairment are also available in the terminals. The airport’s airlines are responsible for offering special assistance to passengers who need additional help.
  • MSY Airport is an ideal landing airport for corporate travelers. The airport hosts Travelers America Business Center in the main ticketing hall, offering photocopying, fax, and other services. You can go to the Delta Crown Room on Concourse D if you want to have business meetings or catch up with work.

Prefer to fly direct from Detroit to New Orleans?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
Find which airlines fly direct from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to New Orleans Louis Armstrong

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New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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