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$43 Find Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Detroit

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from New Orleans to Detroit, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from New Orleans to Detroit, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$123
Overall average: $202
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MSY - DTW • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$148
Typical prices: $104-$218
Frontier
Fri 2/13Mon 2/16
MSY - DTW • Non-stop
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Spirit's Wi-Fi provides gate-to-gate connectivity.
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Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Detroit (MSY-DTW)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from New Orleans to Detroit 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 New Orleans to Detroit

Wed, Jan 21 - Sun, Jan 25
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$123Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 28 - Sun, Feb 1
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$128Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 29 - Sun, Feb 1
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$131Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 2
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$132Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 21 - Sun, Jan 25
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Thu, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 9
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$137Multiple Airlines
Sat, Feb 28 - Sun, Mar 8
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$139Frontier
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KAYAK's insights & trends for New Orleans to Detroit flights

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

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

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

When flying from New Orleans to Detroit, you should consider leaving on a Friday and avoid Tuesdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to New Orleans, you’ll find the best rates on Mondays and the most expensive ones on Wednesdays.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from New Orleans to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, 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 New Orleans to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is February, where tickets cost $139 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $378 and $329 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from New Orleans to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, 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 New Orleans to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 33% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

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Spirit Airlines

Spirit offers Big Front Seat with 20-inch width and 11” extra legroom for added comfort.


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Delta

Delta offers free Wi-Fi for SkyMiles members on domestic flights, enhancing in-flight connectivity.


Delta's First Class provides spacious seats with up to eight inches more legroom than economy.

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MSY

MSY offers free Wi-Fi throughout the airport, making it easy to stay connected before your flight.

DTW

For a quick city transfer, use the airport ambassadors at DTW to guide you to transportation options.

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Low seasonMarch
Cheapest flight$49
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 1% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 28% lower on average.
Flight from New Orleans to Detroit

When to book flights from New Orleans to Detroit

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New Orleans to Detroit based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking New Orleans to Detroit flights

  • Apart from DTW, which other airport can I choose to arrive in Detroit?

    Currently, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) is the main airport in Detroit, especially for flights coming from New Orleans. However, you can fly to Detroit via one of the other three airports located near DTW. These airports include Detroit (DTT), Willow Run (YIP), and Detroit City (DET).

  • Where do I board my flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MYS)?

    MSY has one terminal with 35 gates and three concourses. Ticketing and departures are located on Level 3. This is where you will obtain your flight ticket before heading to Level 2 where TSA Security Screening is located. Once you are done with baggage scrutiny and security clearance, you will be free to board your flight from New Orleans to Detroit through one of its countless gates.

  • Does DTW provide Animal Relief Areas?

    Yes. You can find Animal Relief Areas at Detroit Metro Airport. These areas are strategically located both inside and outside the airport terminals. The McNamara Terminal provides up to two Animal Relief Areas with one located on the Lower Level just outside the International Arrivals. The other one is found within the terminal (post-security) next to Gate A-34. Always look out for the sign, “Pet/Service Animal Relief Area” once you arrive at DTW with your pet.

  • Where do I find facilities for passengers with reduced mobility at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport?

    The MYS is free of architectural barriers to travelers with limited mobility. Handicap-accessible routes are provided throughout the airport to facilitate the free movement of passengers with limited mobility. Wheelchair assistance is available upon request from gate agents or the airline ticket counter located on Level 1. Other facilities for passengers with various disabilities at MYS include visual paging, TTY calls, TSA cares, Hidden Disabilities Program, and adult changing tables in the companion/family care rooms on Level 2.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from New Orleans to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport was $49 for a one-way ticket and $123 for a round-trip.

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

    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 New Orleans to Detroit?

    New Orleans and Detroit are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave New Orleans from New Orleans Louis Armstrong and will be arriving at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.

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

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the New Orleans to Detroit flight route: Delta, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Air Canada, JetBlue, and United Airlines.

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

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

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

    SkyTeam is the only airline alliance operating flights between New Orleans and Detroit.

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from New Orleans to Detroit are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $318 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $328 and an overall rating of 7.9.

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

    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 New Orleans to Detroit.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Detroit from New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Detroit?

    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 Detroit with an airline and back to New Orleans with another airline. Booking your flights between New Orleans and DTW 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 New Orleans to Detroit?

    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 Detroit from New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $172 or less one-way and $176 or less round-trip.
  • You are likely to fly from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) and arrive at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). Regardless of your scheduled flight time, make sure to arrive at MSY at least 2 hours earlier to avoid the last-minute rush as this is a busy airport in New Orleans.
  • You can effortlessly access MSY from downtown New Orleans using I-10 West before exiting at Loyola Drive. Head straight to Terminal Drive and follow directions on the signage to get to the parking options and departure curb before starting your boarding process. Refer to the airport's real-time flight information display system for more guidance while waiting for your flight to Detroit.
  • Whether you are traveling for business or pleasure, flights from New Orleans to Detroit will take care of your travel needs at affordable rates. You may opt for economy class to save on flight tickets or settle for business class to enjoy maximum relaxation during your journey. Business class airlines such as Spirit Airlines, American Airlines, and Southwest Airlines assure you extra space for stretching or sleeping while traveling on this flight route.
  • Once you arrive at Detroit Metropolitan Way County Airport, get to one of its three concourses to access restaurants and shops. Likewise, you can move from one terminal to another using the Terminal-to-Terminal/Westin shuttle that connects passengers to Evans and McNamara Terminal before exiting the airport.
  • You may access downtown Detroit using available transportation just outside the main terminal building. Car rental services are also available at pocket-friendly rates. Follow the signs to Ground Transportation and board a courtesy shuttle to the car rental campus at the Northeast corner of DTW on Lucas Drive.

Prefer to fly direct from New Orleans to Detroit?

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

Direct departures

New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

Delta, Frontier, Spirit Airlines

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Tuesday

Delta, Spirit Airlines

Delta, Spirit Airlines

Wednesday

Delta, Frontier, Spirit Airlines

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Thursday

Delta, Spirit Airlines

Delta, Spirit Airlines

Friday

Delta, Frontier, Spirit Airlines

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Saturday

Delta, Spirit Airlines

Delta, Spirit Airlines

Sunday

Delta, Spirit Airlines, Frontier

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Direct returns

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Monday

Delta, Frontier, Spirit Airlines

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Tuesday

Delta, Spirit Airlines

Delta, Spirit Airlines

Wednesday

Delta, Frontier, Spirit Airlines

Delta, Frontier, +1 more

Thursday

Delta, Spirit Airlines

Delta, Spirit Airlines

Friday

Delta, Frontier, Spirit Airlines

Delta, Frontier, +1 more

Saturday

Delta, Spirit Airlines

Delta, Spirit Airlines

Sunday

Delta, Spirit Airlines, Frontier

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from New Orleans to Detroit

 
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4249 reviews
8.6Crew
7.0Food
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
7.5Entertainment
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The flight crew was extremely rude and especially not helpful when our flight was delayed.

2.0 MediocreMatthew, Jan 2026
DAL - SAN
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The flight crew was extremely rude and especially not helpful when our flight was delayed.

Pretty seamless, just a tad bit late in taking off and landing.

Flight was fine other than there was a gate change that I was not notified of. By chance I happened to check my phone and saw the change, otherwise, we would have missed our connecting flight.

Haven’t flown on SW in years. Flight was on time departing and arriving. Served vegan butter onion flavored pretzels which were bad. Coke served was in a tiny paper cup. Crew was not engaging. Felt like they were going through the motions. Old plane, tight seats and no leg room.

Check-in, Boarding and flight were smooth. All the employees and crew was very nice and funny. They gave the kids crayons and workbooks to keep them occupied which was a big win. I’ve flown Southwest many times and that’s the first time I’ve seen that and it is a great addition.

Flight was on time. Wi-fi was a little spotty/slow. Boarding and exit were efficient.

Okay, not wonderful. Short flight. Wi-fi didn't work properly. Stuck waiting for a gate to open upon arrival for 20 or so minutes.

They sent a notice that they were boarding an hour early. We had to leave the club and run to the gate. They said sorry, that came from corporate and was a mistake. They did not have enough seating because the flight before it had not taken off on time. They moved our gate and delayed it for an hour.

The boarding and seat assignment system no longer works for me, but I know it is being replaced. Otherwise, I am good with the overall experience.

The lead steward kept singing about "San Francisco" and hotel California---more annoying than humorous....needs work. Flight was smooth and on time.

Flight was late from Newark to Atlanta, I asked flight attendant to please let my family of 3 out first when we landed to Atlanta because we were late for our connecting flight to Quito. She didn't and we were late for 5 minutes we couldn't board the plane and spend hours trying to get another flight with customer service for the next day.

I really liked the legroom. I am 6’4”.a at For some reason our seats were not together and using the app to fix it didn’t work. Passengers were nice enough to move for us but you should absolutely ensure a parent sits with their child.

Late delayed flight delays boarding and delays leaving and delays on arrival too. Cramped plane no room no food.

DTW line is too long. The flights from DTW to BWI are always delayed for unknown reasons.

Delta canceled our flight and we had to scramble to find another airline to get home. Phoenix is not a delta hub so they didn’t have another plane. It would have been a red eye though Salt Lake City. Getting in at 5am. No bueno.

This flight was no comparison to our prior flight. I'm thinking it all has to do with the age of the aircraft.

This flight was a first class choice and left much to be desired. Seat backs on seats were falling apart and torn. Seats actually didn't come to a "full & upright position". Pull out table was sprung. Not any significant leg room. All in all we were on an obviously older plane and felt overcharged for what we received as first class.

Waited at the usual crowded gate at DCA where one ends up standing up because there aren't enough seats.

On this flight I felt the food offering was not as complete as on previous flights. The tomato salad was a bit off and there was nothing additional such a bread or butter. The breakfast was only one option, so you either ate what they had or ate nothing. The crew was efficient, but most seemed frustrated throughout the flight. The flight arrived early and was obstacle-free, so I’m overall quite happy, but the shine in the rest of the experience just wasn’t there.

My experience on any Delta flight is always overshadowed by the time Delta removed me from a flight for no apparent reason.

Flight was canceled 8 hours before departure for lack of operational control and prepositioning of a plane. Then had the audacity to say it was because of weather, however there was no weather here in California or New Orleans or in between. It was the weather in Florida, Florida it had nothing to do with our flight path just the plane was supposed to fly us. 8 hours is more than enough time to move a plane anywhere in the US. That left me with a bill of 1200 dollars to re book a flight oh and kayaks insurance what a joke. Probably will never use kayak or spirit ever again terrible companies terrible customer service. I’ll also let everyone and anyone know this was an abomination and only for the customer. Also will be making a report to the DOT on bad business practices on behalf of kayak and spirit as well as the BBB. Do better, take care of your customers and don’t suck

Flight cancelled and no alternative offered for over a week. Ruined our Christmas vacation plans

They canceled the flight at the last minute! No customer service. Unable to get another flight for 3 days!! Spirit was NO help at all!!

Flight cancelled. Only options are to a different city or wait 2 days for a flight to same destination

They canceled the flight and didn't assist in getting a new flight on any airline. I had to spend 10 hrs in the airport after getting a ticket On Delta for twice as much. I've flown Spirit many times and this was my worst experience I've had.

They cancelled my flight same day with no explanation why. They offered to rebook me but it would not be until 2 days later. I will never use them again.

It’s Spirit need I say more? Thank this little airline because without it the other airlines would raise their prices so much I wouldn’t be able to fly anywhere. It’s affordable and gets you where you need to go! I’m not flying to get a free bag of chips, y’know?

Honestly horrible. The plane on the way back was delayed 6 times with no explanation on why. When I asked for a refund or some money back because I had to miss a day of work because of the desk, they told me no. Because of how poorly it was handled I will most likely never take spirit again

Very positive in both directions. Safe travels, nice staff, lost and found in fact found my phone under my chair! I was out of cash after my NYC trip otherwise I would've offered a reward for helping my day out immensly! Thanks you so much Spirit staff!

Speaker airport didn't work well, so we couldn't hear the boarding call but the plane was on time leaving and on time arriving took a while for them to open the door and there was a non-disruptive guy who was inebriated a few rows ahead of us. Overall the flight was good and we appreciate the on-time-ness

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