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Cheap flights from Detroit to New Orleans from C$ 78

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 19/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — MSY
6 Dec — 13 Dec1
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 51 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap 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 November 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 196

One-way from

C$ 78

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 298

Good round-trip deal

C$ 126 or less
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 25/1-30/1
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 16m total
  • Detroit to New Orleans
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Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 19/11
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 48m total
  • Detroit to New Orleans
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (C$ 43 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Detroit (DTT) to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.
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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 November 2025.

Sat 22/1110:51 a.m.DTW - MSY
1 stop5h 25mSpirit Airlines
Tue 25/118:54 a.m.MSY - DTW
1 stop7h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/11C$ 264
Thu 13/116:12 a.m.DTW - MSY
Nonstop2h 48mSpirit Airlines
Sun 16/119:56 p.m.MSY - DTW
1 stop10h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11C$ 281
Thu 13/116:11 p.m.DTW - MSY
1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 16/119:56 p.m.MSY - DTW
1 stop10h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11C$ 302
Tue 11/111:59 p.m.DTW - MSY
Nonstop2h 44mSpirit Airlines
Sat 15/114:38 p.m.MSY - DTW
Nonstop2h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11C$ 319
Fri 14/116:12 a.m.DTW - MSY
Nonstop2h 48mSpirit Airlines
Sat 22/114:21 p.m.MSY - DTW
1 stop5h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11C$ 320
Tue 9/122:33 p.m.DTW - MSY
Nonstop2h 35mDelta
Fri 12/125:13 p.m.MSY - DTW
Nonstop2h 32mDelta
Deal found 5/11C$ 337
Sat 13/128:45 a.m.DTW - MSY
Nonstop2h 45mDelta
Tue 23/125:55 p.m.MSY - DTW
Nonstop2h 39mDelta
Deal found 6/11C$ 379
Fri 12/122:43 p.m.DTW - MSY
1 stop4h 22mDelta
Tue 16/1211:38 a.m.MSY - DTW
Nonstop2h 31mDelta
Deal found 5/11C$ 394

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to New Orleans that are best for you.

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Detroit

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New Orleans

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Depart

Return

Price

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 24/12

8:46 a.m.-10:31 a.m.

Nonstop2h 45m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 31/12

5:55 p.m.-9:34 p.m.

Nonstop2h 39m

C$ 337

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 14/1

8:51 a.m.-10:47 a.m.

Nonstop2h 56m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 16/1

11:52 a.m.-3:20 p.m.

Nonstop2h 28m

C$ 337

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 21/12

3:22 p.m.-5:00 p.m.

Nonstop2h 38m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 24/12

11:26 a.m.-2:56 p.m.

Nonstop2h 30m

C$ 337

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 13/3

6:20 a.m.-1:14 p.m.

1 stop7h 54m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 16/3

5:25 p.m.-11:59 p.m.

1 stop5h 34m

C$ 365

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 19/2

7:25 p.m.-10:30 p.m.

1 stop4h 05m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 23/2

1:20 p.m.-9:10 p.m.

1 stop6h 50m

C$ 365

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/1

5:49 a.m.-1:08 p.m.

2 stops8h 19m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 5/1

2:30 p.m.-11:38 p.m.

1 stop8h 08m

C$ 372

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 15/1

9:00 a.m.-4:37 p.m.

2 stops8h 37m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 18/1

5:00 a.m.-1:21 p.m.

2 stops7h 21m

C$ 379

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/1

8:45 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

Nonstop2h 45m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 10/1

12:16 p.m.-3:45 p.m.

Nonstop2h 29m

C$ 379

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 22/12

3:22 p.m.-5:00 p.m.

Nonstop2h 38m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 29/12

5:55 p.m.-9:34 p.m.

Nonstop2h 39m

C$ 379

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 13/12

8:45 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

Nonstop2h 45m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 23/12

5:55 p.m.-9:34 p.m.

Nonstop2h 39m

C$ 379

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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 31 October 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Detroit to New Orleans, you should look to book at least 51 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to New Orleans (average of C$ 128). Flying from Detroit to New Orleans in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 193). 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 November 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 23% on flights from Detroit to New Orleans by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on 2 November 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 39% 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$ 175.

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 November 2025.
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
4,240 reviews
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Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,240 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,240 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,240 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,114 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,240 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

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 48m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there is 1 outbound flight from All airports to Louis Armstrong offered by 3 different airlines.

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

    A quick flight from Detroit to New Orleans can take about 2h 45m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as C$ 337. The distance from Detroit to New Orleans is about 1493 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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$ 139 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Southwest, starting at C$ 281 and C$ 294 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Detroit to New Orleans for 60% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit to New Orleans one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at C$ 78. JetBlue flights start at C$ 186 while deals on Southwest start at C$ 190 one-way.

  • 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: Spirit Airlines (96%), Delta (88%), WestJet( 88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to New Orleans?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for C$ 64. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - New Orleans Louis Armstrong) can be booked for C$ 245 on average, our data indicates C$ 351 when flying from Detroit to New Orleans.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to New Orleans (average of C$ 128). Flying from Detroit to New Orleans in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 193). 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$ 139AverageC$ 263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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