Traveling from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport.
Washington DC's timezone is UTC-4, making Washington DC one hour ahead of New Orleans.
Choose from 17 weekly Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport flights. The 05:00 departure with Southwest Airlines is the earliest you can take. Spirit Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 22:35.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to catch your MSY to BWI flight.
During popular months such as October, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Jetting into Washington DC (and then exploring more of United States!) is easy with Spirit Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport.
Spirit Airlines is the airline most travelers choose to fly with on this route.
Southwest Airlines stands out as the most punctual carrier for MSY to BWI flights, with 86.36% of its services arriving on schedule.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between MSY and BWI include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Orlando International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Currently, $49 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $103. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from MSY to BWI by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
MSY's address is 900 Airline Highway.
81.19% of flights departing from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport land at their destination on schedule. Given its strong performance rating, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from MSY.
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is around 24 kilometers from central New Orleans. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MSY:
Arriving at Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Consider staying in a hotel near BWI if you're catching a late Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and explore beyond Washington DC's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport around two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to central Washington DC
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport is roughly 48 kilometers from central Washington DC. The drive time takes about 50 minutes.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
The quietest month for a flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Washington DC based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MSY to BWI sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Washington DC, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Travel about 322 kilometers north-east to New York to tick off its top sights. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If there's time to check out another corner of United States, head for Philadelphia, about 193 kilometers north-east of Washington DC. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are key highlights.