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Cheap flights from Detroit to New Orleans from C$ 84

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 19/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — MSY
6 May — 13 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit All airports to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in September or November, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Monday

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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 6 April 2026.

Wed 27/56:20 a.m.
DTW
-
MSY
1 stop11h 01m
Frontier
Sat 30/55:21 p.m.
MSY
-
DTW
1 stop6h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 2/4C$ 219
Wed 27/56:20 a.m.
DTW
-
MSY
1 stop11h 01m
Frontier
Sun 31/59:55 p.m.
MSY
-
DTW
1 stop13h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 3/4C$ 251
Wed 27/56:20 a.m.
DTW
-
MSY
1 stop11h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 31/55:29 p.m.
MSY
-
DTW
2 stops30h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/4C$ 272
Fri 1/510:05 a.m.
DTW
-
MSY
1 stop11h 04m
Frontier
Sun 10/59:55 p.m.
MSY
-
DTW
1 stop13h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 3/4C$ 273
Thu 20/86:45 a.m.
DTW
-
MSY
1 stop10h 41m
Frontier
Mon 24/85:21 p.m.
MSY
-
DTW
1 stop6h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 2/4C$ 290
Fri 1/58:49 p.m.
DTW
-
MSY
2 stops23h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/59:55 p.m.
MSY
-
DTW
1 stop13h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/4C$ 316
Sat 18/45:25 p.m.
DTW
-
MSY
1 stop5h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 26/45:45 a.m.
MSY
-
DTW
2 stops26h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/4C$ 332
Fri 22/55:42 p.m.
DTW
-
MSY
1 stop5h 37m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 26/57:00 a.m.
MSY
-
DTW
1 stop15h 53m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/4C$ 336
Fri 1/510:05 a.m.
DTW
-
MSY
1 stop11h 04m
Frontier
Sun 3/58:13 p.m.
MSY
-
DTW
1 stop12h 11m
Frontier
Deal found 4/4C$ 337
Fri 22/55:42 p.m.
DTW
-
MSY
1 stop29h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 26/55:21 p.m.
MSY
-
DTW
2 stops17h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/4C$ 354
Fri 1/512:45 p.m.
DTW
-
MSY
2 stops21h 30m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 3/55:15 a.m.
MSY
-
DTW
2 stops25h 37m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/4C$ 383

Find flight deals from Detroit to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) 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 6 April 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 219

One-way from

C$ 84

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 487
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  • Frontier
  • 27/5-30/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 17h 19m total
  • Detroit to New Orleans
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Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 19/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 31m total
  • Detroit to New Orleans
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (C$ 32 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 27/5

4:30 p.m.-11:54 p.m.

1 stop8h 24m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 31/5

5:09 p.m.-8:42 p.m.

Nonstop2h 33m

C$ 421

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/8

8:45 a.m.-10:19 a.m.

Nonstop2h 34m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 9/8

5:00 p.m.-8:37 p.m.

Nonstop2h 37m

C$ 500
Quickest round-trip

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 27/5

2:29 p.m.-4:04 p.m.

Nonstop2h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 30/5

5:09 p.m.-8:42 p.m.

Nonstop2h 33m

C$ 500

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 20/8

8:30 a.m.-11:59 a.m.

1 stop4h 29m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 24/8

11:18 a.m.-2:51 p.m.

Nonstop2h 33m

C$ 514

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/5

2:41 p.m.-4:10 p.m.

Nonstop2h 29m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 11/5

5:13 p.m.-12:58 a.m.

1 stop6h 45m

C$ 514

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 22/5

3:00 p.m.-8:13 p.m.

1 stop6h 13m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 26/5

5:09 p.m.-8:42 p.m.

Nonstop2h 33m

C$ 514

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 12/9

5:20 a.m.-10:17 a.m.

1 stop5h 57m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 19/9

11:18 a.m.-2:51 p.m.

Nonstop2h 33m

C$ 514
Cheapest one-way

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/10

7:10 p.m.-10:00 a.m.

1 stop15h 50m

C$ 257

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/10

9:05 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

2 stops7h 55m

C$ 272

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 30/9

7:15 a.m.-8:39 p.m.

2 stops14h 24m

C$ 318

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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 to New Orleans

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit 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 3 April 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Detroit to New Orleans, you should look to book at least 66 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to New Orleans?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to New Orleans (average of C$ 95). Flying from Detroit to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 202). 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 DTT 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 6 April 2026.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 24% on flights from Detroit to New Orleans by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit to New Orleans

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to New Orleans. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 6 April 2026.

The most flights from DTT to MSY are scheduled on a Thursday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Detroit to New Orleans?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Detroit to New Orleans?

Share of one-stop round-trip flights from Detroit to New Orleans chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Nashville (BNA) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 31% of one-stop itineraries from Detroit to New Orleans on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Detroit to New Orleans?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Detroit to New Orleans, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Atlanta (ATL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of C$ 167.

What’s the fastest layover option from Detroit to New Orleans?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Detroit to New Orleans, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Chicago (ORD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 4h 22m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Detroit to New Orleans?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Detroit to New Orleans, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Nashville (BNA) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 49m.

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 6 April 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andSpirit Airlines from Detroit to New Orleans have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,340 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,340 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,340 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,386 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,340 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,598 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,340 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
2,999 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,340 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

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?

    To fly from Detroit to New Orleans, you need to book a flight from All airports (DTT) to Louis Armstrong (MSY). Nonstop flights to New Orleans Louis Armstrong from Detroit All airports take 2h 29m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 6 outbound flights from All airports to Louis Armstrong offered by 2 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit to New Orleans?

    A quick flight from Detroit to New Orleans can take about 8h 24m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as C$ 421. The distance from Detroit to New Orleans is about 1493 km.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Detroit to New Orleans is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 98 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Delta, starting at C$ 276. You may be able to fly from Detroit to New Orleans for 74% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit to New Orleans?

    Before booking your flight to New Orleans from Detroit, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: KLM (100%), Frontier (93%), Korean Air( 92%).

  • 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 to New Orleans?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to New Orleans (average of C$ 95). Flying from Detroit to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 202). 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$ 98AverageC$ 246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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