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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans from C$ 103

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 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — MSY
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in November or October, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday 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 27 January 2026.

Fri 27/210:00 p.m.
DTW
-
MSY
1 stop20h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/33:30 p.m.
MSY
-
DTW
1 stop17h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1C$ 197
Sat 28/21:28 p.m.
DTW
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 43m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 7/34:06 p.m.
MSY
-
DTW
Nonstop2h 32m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 25/1C$ 220
Mon 16/25:09 a.m.
DTW
-
MSY
1 stop20h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 19/21:58 p.m.
MSY
-
DTW
1 stop26h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1C$ 222
Fri 27/210:59 p.m.
DTW
-
MSY
2 stops22h 56m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/36:20 a.m.
MSY
-
DTW
2 stops16h 49m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 26/1C$ 260
Mon 16/27:15 a.m.
DTW
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 41m
Frontier
Thu 19/21:58 p.m.
MSY
-
DTW
1 stop26h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 26/1C$ 271
Tue 10/28:37 a.m.
DTW
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 55m
Delta
Sat 14/211:42 a.m.
MSY
-
DTW
Nonstop2h 26m
Delta
Deal found 26/1C$ 272
Wed 8/43:49 p.m.
DTW
-
MSY
1 stop8h 30m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 12/48:01 p.m.
MSY
-
DTW
1 stop11h 43m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 26/1C$ 293
Tue 3/38:50 a.m.
DTW
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 55m
Delta
Fri 13/34:45 p.m.
MSY
-
DTW
Nonstop2h 30m
Delta
Deal found 27/1C$ 300

Find flight deals from Detroit to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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 27 January 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 197

One-way from

C$ 103

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

C$ 366

Good round-trip deal

C$ 271 or less
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 27/2-3/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 10m total
  • Detroit to New Orleans
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Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 2/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 6h 43m total
  • Detroit to New Orleans
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Depart

Return

Price

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 23/2

2:28 p.m.-4:09 p.m.

Nonstop2h 41m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 3/3

11:42 a.m.-3:08 p.m.

Nonstop2h 26m

C$ 272

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 16/4

8:15 p.m.-11:35 p.m.

1 stop4h 20m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 19/4

5:20 a.m.-3:20 p.m.

1 stop9h 00m

C$ 355

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 28/5

6:00 a.m.-10:23 a.m.

1 stop5h 23m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 3/6

2:20 p.m.-11:43 p.m.

2 stops8h 23m

C$ 361

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 18/3

8:45 a.m.-10:31 a.m.

Nonstop2h 46m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 21/3

5:35 a.m.-11:01 a.m.

1 stop4h 26m

C$ 382

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 13/5

6:10 a.m.-12:25 p.m.

2 stops7h 15m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 17/5

5:10 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

1 stop5h 50m

C$ 385

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/3

6:50 a.m.-2:15 p.m.

2 stops8h 25m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 10/3

7:45 a.m.-2:55 p.m.

2 stops6h 10m

C$ 392

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 18/4

8:35 a.m.-4:05 p.m.

2 stops8h 30m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 22/4

2:00 p.m.-10:30 p.m.

2 stops7h 30m

C$ 415

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 28/4

6:10 a.m.-12:25 p.m.

2 stops7h 15m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/5

10:25 a.m.-9:35 p.m.

2 stops10h 10m

C$ 423

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 28/4

8:46 a.m.-10:18 a.m.

Nonstop2h 32m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/5

12:59 p.m.-7:36 p.m.

1 stop5h 37m

C$ 437

DetroitNew Orleans

DTW - MSY

DTWMSY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 6/4

2:12 p.m.-3:50 p.m.

Nonstop2h 38m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 10/4

4:25 p.m.-10:30 p.m.

1 stop5h 05m

C$ 449

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 23 January 2026.

Booking 84 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans (average of C$ 93). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 188). 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 DTW 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 27 January 2026.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 17% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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 27 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta and Spirit Airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,121 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,121 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,121 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,385 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,121 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

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?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong is the airport most travellers will use when flying to New Orleans from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. Booking flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Louis Armstrong (MSY) should be relatively easy as there are 5 daily flights to New Orleans from 2 different airlines. 2h 35m is how long a flight from Detroit to New Orleans Louis Armstrong will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans?

    Airlines like Delta, Southwest, and United Airlines fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans in about 2h 41m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 42m. The distance between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and New Orleans is about 1493 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 125 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Delta, starting at C$ 271. These flights start at 64% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans are Spirit Airlines (88%), WestJet (83%) and Korean Air (78%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans? While on average our users pay C$ 392, our data indicates the cheapest price to be C$ 169. The most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), is priced around C$ 170.

  • 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans (average of C$ 93). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to New Orleans in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 188). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapestC$ 125AverageC$ 230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 271AverageC$ 339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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