Detroit to New Orleans (DTW–MSY) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
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.
DTW–MSY is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines, Air France and Frontier lead the route. The flight covers 928 miles in approximately 2h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: KE, WS | 13 | 319, 739 | 2h34-2h35 | SkyTeam | KE, WS | |
| AF Air France | 7 | 321 | 2h35 | SkyTeam | – | |
| F9 Frontier | 0 | – | – | – | – | |
| NK Spirit Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach New Orleans from Detroit
| Metric | DTW→MSY | CLE→MSY | GRR→MSY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DTW | – | 95 mi | 120 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 34 | – | – |
| Flight time | 2h 35m | 2h 12m | 3h 19m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
DTW: EDT · MSY: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Detroit, it's 5:00 PM in New Orleans.
There is no rail link to DTW; the airport is 18 miles southwest of downtown Detroit. SMART bus Route 261 provides a slow connection ($2), but ride-share or car is standard for most travelers. Ride-shares from downtown cost $30–45.Driving is the primary mode: I-94 and I-275 are the main expressways. Economy parking is well-organized with frequent shuttles. For Windsor, Ontario arrivals, the airport connects via I-75 and the Ambassador Bridge or DRIC tunnel.
DTW–MSY Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DTW to MSY
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines, Air France, Frontier and Spirit Airlines. With 34 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DTW to MSY Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DTW to MSY is about 2 hours 35 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 928 miles (1,493 km). There are approximately 34 weekly flights outbound and 38 return, totaling 72 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Nashville, Cincinnati Northern Kentucky and Chicago Midway. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Cleveland (CLE) and Grand Rapids (GRR).