Flying from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport is 1 hour 30 minutes.
Dallas and New Orleans are both in the UTC-6 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Each week, there are 55 Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your DFW to MSY flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
A number of airlines operate direct flights from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport, so jetting off to New Orleans (and then discovering more of the United States!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most passengers choose to travel with American Airlines on this route.
The most punctual carrier that operates DFW to MSY flights is American Airlines. Its services land as scheduled 68.43% of the time.
If you want to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between DFW and MSY:
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Austin-Bergstrom Airport
San Antonio International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)
Currently, R 829 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 1,331. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from DFW to MSY. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from DFW to MSY.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport.
Handy information about Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
You'll find DFW at 2400 Aviation Dr.
Of the flights that depart from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, 72% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Dallas Fort Worth International Airport from central Dallas, it takes around 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Taking an early flight from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to DFW:
Arriving at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MSY instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Thrifty and venture far and wide through New Orleans and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport about four weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) to central New Orleans
The address for MSY is 900 Airline Highway.
New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to the centre of New Orleans has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
When to fly to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)
The quietest month for a flight from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport is March, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to New Orleans based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport for August if you want to explore New Orleans during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from DFW to MSY in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Baton Rouge is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced New Orleans. Around 121 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include St. Joseph Cathedral, USS Kidd and 13th Gate Haunted House.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in the United States, head for Montgomery, about 451 kilometres north-east of New Orleans. Civil Rights Memorial, Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church and Rosa Parks Arrest Site are among its highlights.
