Dallas-Fort Worth to New Orleans (DFW–MSY) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
DFW–MSY is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Frontier and Spirit Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 447 miles in approximately 1h 32m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: AS, AY, BA, CX, G3, GF, IB, QF, QR, RJ | 63 | 320, 321, 738, CR9, E70, E75 | 1h30-1h38 | Oneworld | AS, AY, BA, CX, G3, GF, IB, QF, QR, RJ | |
| F9 Frontier | 7 | 32N | 1h38 | – | – | |
| NK Spirit Airlines | 4 | 320 | 1h31 | – | – | |
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 1 | – | 1h24 | – | – | |
| UA United Airlines | 0 | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach New Orleans from Dallas-Fort Worth
| Metric | DFW→MSY | DAL→MSY | FTW→MSY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DFW | – | 12 mi | 19 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 8 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 251 | 49 | 1 |
| Flight time | 1h 32m | 1h 25m | 1h 3m |
| Departure OTP | 74% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
DFW: CDT · MSY: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Dallas-Fort Worth, it's 6:00 PM in New Orleans.
DART Orange Line runs from downtown Dallas to Terminal A (50 min, $3). TEXRail serves Terminal B from Fort Worth ($2.50). No direct rail connects both cities to DFW; choose based on your origin. Ride-shares cost $25–45 from either city center.DFW's five terminals span 17,000 acres. The free Skylink people mover connects all terminals airside.
DFW–MSY Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Dallas Fort Worth to New Orleans Flights
DFW-MSY covers 440 miles in about 1 hour 40 minutes of block time. American Airlines flies 4 to 6 daily nonstops from DFW, with Spirit and Frontier adding competition. Southwest serves the market from Dallas Love Field. The route connects the nation's fourth-largest metro with one of its most visited cities, carrying a steady mix of business, leisure, and event-driven traffic throughout the year.
New Orleans MSY opened its new terminal in 2019, a major upgrade with modern concessions and efficient passenger flow. The French Quarter, Garden District, and Warehouse District are all within 30 minutes of the airport by car. DFW's hub connectivity means New Orleans travelers can reach American's full domestic and international network with a single connection. Mardi Gras, Jazz Fest, and Saints game weekends are the highest-demand periods on this route.