Traveling from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport take 1 hour 31 minutes. New Orleans and Dallas are in the same timezone (UTC-5), which means you won't need to adjust your watch after you arrive.
Every week, there are 153 flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. If you prefer to be on board as early as possible, pick the 05:00 Spirit Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure from DFW to MSY is 23:15 with Spirit Airlines.
If you're traveling during a popular month like July, be at the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines will be longer during vacation periods like summer, Christmas and New Year.
American Airlines offers direct flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in New Orleans — plus maybe even more of United States if you have time.
We make it easy to get a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between DFW and MSY include:
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
San Antonio International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
C$38 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. A return flight starts at C$76. These fares may change depending on availability.
To get cheap flight tickets from DFW to MSY, reserve your trip 9 months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport.
Handy information about Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
The journey from central Dallas to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport takes about 3 hours and 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 26 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near DFW:
Arriving at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
Book a hotel near MSY if you're on a late flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to central New Orleans
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from central New Orleans. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 21 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 52 minutes.
When to fly to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. October is the most popular month to visit New Orleans. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in May.
When booking your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in New Orleans, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 36ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 18ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from DFW to MSY sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about New Orleans
As soon as you've booked your flights from DFW to MSY, you'll need to find a place to stay in New Orleans. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting city:
All great vacations should include some sightseeing. French Quarter, Jackson Square and Cafe Du Monde are attractions you won't want to skip in New Orleans.
Complete your New Orleans trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, discover the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your New Orleans escape.