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Cheap Flights from Detroit to New Orleans

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Explore current cheapest deals departing from Detroit to New Orleans

September 15 - October 7

Cheapest

DTW - New Orleans

$286

$192

Round trip

September 9 - October 7

Cheapest

DTW - New Orleans

$278

$192

Round trip

September 16 - October 7

Cheapest

DTW - New Orleans

$286

$192

Round trip

September 15 - October 13

Cheapest

DTW - New Orleans

$286

$192

Round trip

September 16 - October 13

Cheapest

DTW - New Orleans

$286

$192

Round trip

October 6 - October 7

DTW - New Orleans

$269

$197

Round trip

September 28 - October 7

Best

DTW - New Orleans

$343

$198

Round trip

August 5 - August 9

Earliest

DTW - New Orleans

$255

$205

Round trip

August 28 - August 31

DTW - New Orleans

$253

$212

Round trip

September 16 - September 23

DTW - New Orleans

$333

$212

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Detroit to New Orleans

For cheap flights from Detroit to New Orleans, the most affordable month to fly is April, with a median fare of $192. This is closely followed by March, where the median fare is $199. Another relatively cheaper option is December, with a median fare of $309, offering travelers more budget-friendly choices outside of peak seasons.
Fares for the Detroit to New Orleans route typically range from $412 to $682, with a median price of $473. Right now, current fares are below the typical level for this route. Only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding significantly discounted tickets can be challenging. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing.
Most itineraries for this route require connections, as 0% of recent fares were direct flights from Detroit to New Orleans. For those itineraries that do connect, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means travelers should expect to make at least two stops on their journey to New Orleans.
A typical journey from Detroit to New Orleans takes approximately 14h 7m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover. Travelers should factor in this extended travel time when planning their trip between these two cities.
The distance between Detroit and New Orleans is 1492 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. Despite being a short-haul journey, the lack of direct flights contributes to the longer overall travel times experienced by passengers.

How much is a round trip from Detroit to New Orleans

Regular price: $209 - $301

Prices for flights from Detroit to New Orleans are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $209 and $301. The current lowest deal is $192 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from September 15 to October 7.

now $192

Low $209

High $301

The cheapest time to fly from Detroit to New Orleans

The cheapest month to fly from Detroit to New Orleans is April, with a median price of $192. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $678. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $192

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $678

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Direct flights from Detroit to New Orleans

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Last-minute flights going from Detroit to New Orleans

Tue, Jun 30

โŒ› Last-Minute

DTW - New Orleans

Detroit (DTW) - New Orleans (MSY)

$278

$247

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

โŒ› Last-Minute

DTW - New Orleans

Frontier Airlines

Detroit (DTW) - New Orleans (MSY)

Frontier Airlines

$205

$237

One-way

Sat, Jul 4

โŒ› Last-Minute

DTW - New Orleans

JetBlue Airways

Detroit (DTW) - New Orleans (MSY)

JetBlue Airways

$256

$225

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

โŒ› Last-Minute

DTW - New Orleans

Frontier Airlines

Detroit (DTW) - New Orleans (MSY)

Frontier Airlines

$237

$230

One-way

Thu, Jul 9

โŒ› Last-Minute

DTW - New Orleans

JetBlue Airways

Detroit (DTW) - New Orleans (MSY)

JetBlue Airways

$250

$232

One-way

Thu, Jul 9

โŒ› Last-Minute

DTW - New Orleans

JetBlue Airways

Detroit (DTW) - New Orleans (MSY)

JetBlue Airways

$250

$241

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Detroit to New Orleans

9 nights

Sep 28 - Oct 7

$343ย ย โ†’ย ย $198

42%

4 nights

Dec 19 - Dec 23

$426ย ย โ†’ย ย $299

30%

4 nights

Sep 21 - Sep 25

$350ย ย โ†’ย ย $225

36%

7 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 23

$333ย ย โ†’ย ย $212

36%

Popular Airports to fly from Detroit to New Orleans

Detroit - New Orleans route insights

๐Ÿ’ธ Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Detroit to New Orleans are below the typical level, with deals around $192.

๐Ÿ“… Best time to fly

April is historically the cheapest month

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit to New Orleans, with a median price of $192.

โฑ๏ธ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 14h 7m on average

Flights from Detroit to New Orleans typically involve connecting, with an average duration of 14h 7m.

โœˆ๏ธ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

This route is connecting-dominant, with 2 stopovers typical when not flying direct.

๐Ÿ† Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal for $192

Frontier Airlines had a recent deal from Detroit to New Orleans for $192, departing Sep 15 and returning Oct 7.

๐ŸŽฏ Booking tip

Deals appear frequently (1+ per day)

Deals from Detroit to New Orleans appear frequently, with over 1 deal per day historically.

Detroit main airports to depart from

Detroit Metropolitan (DTW)

Cheapest

Detroit Metropolitan offers flights to New Orleans, providing a convenient option for your journey.

๐Ÿ“ ~30 km from Detroit city center (reachable by car)

๐Ÿ’ธ Flights from ~$192

New Orleans main airports to arrive at

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY)

Cheapest

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is a great arrival choice for flights from Detroit to New Orleans.

๐Ÿ“ ~20 km from New Orleans (reachable by car)

๐Ÿ’ธ Flights from ~$192

Airports nearby New Orleans used as alternative

Gulfportโ€“Biloxi International (GPT)

Gulfportโ€“Biloxi International is a useful alternative arrival airport, especially for direct access via the I-10 corridor.

๐Ÿ“ ~100 km from New Orleans (reachable by car)

๐Ÿ’ธ Flights from ~$219

Baton Rouge Metropolitan (BTR)

Baton Rouge Metropolitan is a major regional hub with consistent service, very close to the New Orleans metropolitan area.

๐Ÿ“ ~110 km from New Orleans (reachable by car)

๐Ÿ’ธ Flights from ~$315

Lafayette Regional (LFT)

Lafayette Regional is a reliable regional airport, a good alternative for travelers on the western side of the New Orleans area.

๐Ÿ“ ~190 km from New Orleans (reachable by car)

๐Ÿ’ธ Flights from ~$319

Mobile Regional (MOB)

Mobile Regional is a good alternative for eastbound travelers, providing a decent selection of legacy carriers.

๐Ÿ“ ~200 km from New Orleans (reachable by car)

๐Ÿ’ธ Flights from ~$308

Pensacola International (PNS)

Cheapest

Pensacola International offers significantly higher passenger volume and flight options, often with competitive pricing.

๐Ÿ“ ~280 km from New Orleans (reachable by car)

๐Ÿ’ธ Flights from ~$210

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New Orleans

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can also help you discover better deals. Looking into flights during the off-peak season may also present lower fares.

Booking in advance often provides more options and potentially lower prices, especially for popular routes. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, so it's wise to monitor prices. There isn't a single 'best' time, as prices can fluctuate.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal different flight options and prices. While it may add to your ground travel, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the total cost and convenience when considering this option.