Direct flights from New Orleans to Washington
11 nonstop flights a week on 1 airline. Zero layovers — one hop from MSY to IAD.
Flight time: about 2h11m nonstop
Which days does it fly?
When does it fly?
Departure times in New Orleans local time, from flights observed over the last 7 days.
| Flight | Departs | Duration | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| United UAL1392 | 8:00a | 2h17m | Fri |
| United UAL1392 | 8:11a | 2h11m | Sun |
| United UAL1392 | 8:15a | 2h6m | Mon |
| United UAL1392 | 10:23a | 2h17m | Thu |
| United UAL2497 | 12:00p | 2h18m | Fri |
| United UAL2497 | 12:05p | 2h10m | Mon–Wed |
| United UAL2497 | 12:20p | 2h11m | Thu |
| United ASH6149 | 12:30p | 2h10m | Sun |
| United UAL2497 | 1:23p | 2h8m | Sat |
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The route
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Nonstop from New Orleans (MSY) to Washington (IAD)
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) has 11 nonstop flights a week to Washington (IAD), operated by United. No layovers, no connections — one hop out of MSY and you're there.
This route flies every day of the week, so any travel day works. Route data updated September 2026 from observed departures.
Route data updated September 2026 from observed flight departures. Schedules change — always confirm with the airline before booking.
How long is the flight from New Orleans to Washington?
The nonstop flight from New Orleans (MSY) to Washington (IAD) takes about 2h11m in the air, based on recently observed nonstop departures.
How long does it take to drive from New Orleans to Washington?
Driving from New Orleans to Washington takes about 15h 37m behind the wheel — roughly 1,070 miles, or about 2 days of real driving. The nonstop flight takes about 2h11m.