- Must visit
The National WWII Museum
A major campus of immersive exhibits on World War II, widely regarded as one of the top museums in the United States.
Flights from Detroit, MI to New Orleans, LA depart on average 49 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $82 (€67) if you book in advance.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 22:25. The fastest flight covers the 940 miles (1513 km) distance in 2h 43m. February is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 940 miles (1513 km) |
Average flight duration 3h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $82 (€67) |
Flights per day 49 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 2h 43m |
First flight 5:00 AM |
Last flight 10:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Cheapest price
$402
Average price
$606
Fastest journey
4 h 35 m
Average duration
4 h 59 m
Flights per day
53
Distance
1513 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Detroit, MI to New Orleans, LA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Detroit, MI to New Orleans, LA will cost around $606 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $402.
It's difficult to get from Detroit, MI to New Orleans, LA without transferring at least once.
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AA4477
AA1794 · AA608
AA1791 · AA2174
AA1793 · AA1455
AA1108 · AA2885
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AA3498
AA1781 · AA2203
AA1794 · AA608
UA1355 · UA1793
UA4055 · UA2253Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Detroit, MI to New Orleans, LA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $82. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $82, and a train costs an average of $193.
Distance: 940 miles (1513 km)
| Flight | Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$209 Average price Cheapest | $222 Average price | $392 Average price | $215 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 7m Average total duration Fastest 3h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 27h 26m Average total duration 26h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 25h 22m Average total duration 24h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Detroit, MI to New Orleans, LA:
A flight is $13 (€11) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Detroit, MI to New Orleans, LA costing on average $222 (€182).
A flight is $183 (€150) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Detroit, MI to New Orleans, LA costing on average $392 (€321).
Other travel options to New Orleans, LA take longer:
Train takes on average 24h 52m.
Bus takes on average 26h 56m.
The table below shows live departures for Detroit, MI to New Orleans, LA flights for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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AA1108 · AA2166 | 5:37 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 5h43 | 10:20 AM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 1 transfer | |
AA1108 · AA2885 | 5:37 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 6h49 | 11:26 AM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 1 transfer | |
UA4754 · UA1793 | 6:00 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 6h11 | 11:11 AM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 1 transfer | |
UA4055 · UA1524 · UA2385 | 6:00 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 8h14 | 1:14 PM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 2 transfers | |
UA4055 · UA2396 · UA2468 | 6:00 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 9h44 | 2:44 PM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 2 transfers | |
UA4754 · UA1231 · UA2385 | 6:00 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 8h14 | 1:14 PM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 2 transfers | |
UA4055 · UA2253 | 6:00 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 5h24 | 10:24 AM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 1 transfer | |
AA2165+ AA4477 | 6:00 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 11h58 | 4:58 PM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 1 transfer | |
AA2208+ AA5170 | 6:00 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 5h44 | 10:44 AM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 1 transfer | |
UA1114 · UA2385 | 6:15 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 7h59 | 1:14 PM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 1 transfer | |
UA1114 · UA575 | 6:15 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 5h46 | 11:01 AM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 1 transfer | |
AA4748+ AA6465 | 6:45 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 6h24 | 12:09 PM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 1 transfer | |
UA3652 · UA2468 | 7:00 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 8h44 | 2:44 PM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 1 transfer | |
AA1439 · AA2170 | 7:00 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 7h00 | 1:00 PM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 1 transfer | |
AA3175+ AA5244 | 7:00 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 7h30 | 1:30 PM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 1 transfer | |
UA1355 · UA2277 · UA1498 | 7:05 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 11h58 | 6:03 PM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 2 transfers | |
UA1355 · UA1793 | 7:05 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 5h06 | 11:11 AM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 1 transfer | |
AA482+ AA3721 | 7:47 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 7h28 | 2:15 PM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 1 transfer | |
UA426 · UA723 · UA686 | 8:50 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 8h37 | 4:27 PM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 2 transfers | |
UA426 · UA6010 | 8:50 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 8h59 | 4:49 PM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 1 transfer | |
UA3409 · UA1498 | 9:07 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 9h56 | 6:03 PM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 1 transfer | |
UA3409 · UA2468 | 9:07 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 6h37 | 2:44 PM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 1 transfer | |
AA1791 · AA2174 | 10:01 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 6h35 | 3:36 PM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 1 transfer | |
AA5670 · AA5516 | 10:03 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 7h51 | 4:54 PM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 1 transfer | |
UA3500 · UA1498 | 10:13 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 8h50 | 6:03 PM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 1 transfer | |
UA3500 · UA1535 · UA6173 | 10:13 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 8h46 | 5:59 PM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 2 transfers | |
AA2198+ AA4103 | 10:33 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 7h04 | 4:37 PM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 1 transfer | |
AA2165+ AA4415 | 10:40 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 7h18 | 4:58 PM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 1 transfer | |
AA2061+ AA5876 | 10:50 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 6h03 | 3:53 PM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 1 transfer | |
UA6251 · UA686 | 10:55 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 6h32 | 4:27 PM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 1 transfer | |
UA6251 · UA6173 | 10:55 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 8h04 | 5:59 PM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 1 transfer | |
UA1746 · UA1332 · UA2042 | 11:00 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 11h49 | 9:49 PM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 2 transfers | |
UA1746 · UA6010 | 11:00 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 6h49 | 4:49 PM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 1 transfer | |
UA1746 · UA2821 · UA6173 | 11:00 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 7h59 | 5:59 PM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 2 transfers | |
UA1746 · UA2821 · UA1259 | 11:00 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 9h51 | 7:51 PM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 2 transfers | |
AA1792 · AA2194 | 11:50 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 6h18 | 5:08 PM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 1 transfer | |
AA1792 · AA2158 | 11:50 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 8h16 | 7:06 PM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 1 transfer | |
AA241+ AA3498 | 1:02 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 11h41 | 11:43 PM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 1 transfer | |
AA2198+ AA3498 | 1:02 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 4h35 | 4:37 PM New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International | 1 transfer | |
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A major campus of immersive exhibits on World War II, widely regarded as one of the top museums in the United States.
The city’s leading fine arts museum, known for its broad collection and its sculpture garden in City Park.
A respected museum focused on Southern art, with strong permanent collections and rotating exhibitions.
The city’s signature historic neighborhood, known for balconies, music, architecture, and its dense concentration of sights.
The most famous street in New Orleans, known for nightlife, music, and nonstop energy in the French Quarter.
A picturesque neighborhood of oak-lined streets and grand historic mansions, popular for walking and architecture.
A Rich Louisiana stew often made with a dark roux, the holy trinity of vegetables, and seafood or sausage. It is one of the city’s signature Creole and Cajun dishes.
A Spiced rice dish cooked with meat or seafood, aromatics, and stock. It is a classic New Orleans favorite influenced by Spanish and French cooking traditions.
A Traditional sandwich on French bread, usually filled with fried shrimp, oysters, or roast beef with gravy. It is one of the city’s most iconic everyday meals.
An Iconic Garden District restaurant serving refined Creole cuisine in an elegant historic setting. Known for jazz brunch and polished service.
A Legendary Treme institution famous for Creole soul food, gumbo, and local history. The atmosphere is classic, welcoming, and deeply tied to the city’s culture.
A Popular Warehouse District restaurant focused on Cajun-inspired cooking, Louisiana meats, and bold regional flavors in a stylish rustic room.
Moderate for U.S. city travel. Food and drinks range widely, while hotels rise sharply during festivals and weekends.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 20%+ for great service. Bartenders: USD 1-2 per drink. Taxis/rideshares: 10-15%. Hotel staff: USD 2-5. Tip musicians only if invited or a tip jar is out.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Detroit, MI to New Orleans, LA by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at New Orleans, LA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Detroit, MI to New Orleans, LA flights use the Detroit Wayne County Airport to New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International airport pair. Use this guide to compare Detroit, MI and New Orleans, LA airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Detroit Wayne County Airport is 3 km from Detroit city centre. Public transport options include:
Detroit Wayne County Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants are located in both Mcmara and North terminals, offering a variety of cuisines including American and Italian. Top options include Chick-fil-A and Andiamo.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located throughout both terminals, near gates and baggage claimas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Detroit Wayne County Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Detroit Wayne County Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Detroit Wayne County Airport: Elevators, ramps, toilets.
Nearby hotels include Hotels are available within walking distance, including The Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport Hotel located in the Mcmara terminal..
New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International is 1 km from New Orleans city centre. Public transport options include:
New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants are located in Concourse B and C, including local cuisine and fast food options like Café du Monde and MoPho.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located throughout the airport, near baggage claim and ticketingas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotels like Hilton New Orleans Airport within walking distance..
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