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$248+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Louisiana

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MSY
Nov 9 — Nov 161
Sat 11/9
Sat 11/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Louisiana
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/122:02 pmDSM - BTR
1 stop7h 59mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/165:15 amBTR - DSM
1 stop8h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/2$248
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1212:22 pmDSM - BTR
2 stops9h 32mDelta
Mon 12/166:05 amBTR - DSM
1 stop4h 28mDelta
Deal found 11/2$283
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/1010:24 amDSM - MSY
1 stop26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/148:40 pmMSY - DSM
2 stops17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$286
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/234:37 pmDSM - MSY
1 stop6h 52mDelta
Tue 11/261:20 pmMSY - DSM
1 stop4h 15mDelta
Deal found 11/3$296
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/202:39 pmDSM - MSY
1 stop28h 31mFrontier
Sat 12/285:10 pmMSY - DSM
1 stop25h 08mFrontier
Deal found 11/3$308
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/46:55 amDSM - MSY
1 stop5h 50mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/115:23 amMSY - DSM
2 stops9h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/3$371
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/16:54 pmDSM - MSY
1 stop7h 43mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/74:00 pmMSY - DSM
1 stop7h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/3$376
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/236:45 pmDSM - MSY
2 stops5h 50mSouthwest
Tue 11/268:15 pmMSY - DSM
1 stop3h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 11/3$393
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/223:00 pmDSM - BTR
1 stop24h 52mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/255:15 amBTR - DSM
2 stops10h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/3$483

Find flights from Des Moines to Louisiana within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Louisiana that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.

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Des MoinesBaton Rouge

DSM - BTR

DSMBTR

Des Moines

Thu 12/12

2:02 pm-10:01 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Baton Rouge Ryan

Mon 12/16

5:15 am-1:27 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$248

Des MoinesBaton Rouge

DSM - BTR

DSMBTR

Des Moines

Thu 12/12

12:22 pm-9:54 pm

2 stops9h 32m

Baton Rouge Ryan

Mon 12/16

6:05 am-10:33 am

1 stop4h 28m

$283

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Fri 12/20

2:39 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop28h 31m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 12/28

5:10 pm-6:18 pm

1 stop25h 08m

$308

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Sat 11/23

8:30 am-8:25 pm

2 stops11h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 11/26

10:14 am-5:29 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$353

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Sun 12/1

6:54 pm-2:37 am

1 stop7h 43m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 12/7

4:00 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$376

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Wed 3/19

7:25 am-5:20 pm

1 stop9h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 3/26

2:45 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops7h 45m

$381

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Sat 11/23

4:37 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop6h 52m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 11/26

1:20 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop4h 15m

$296

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Wed 12/4

6:55 am-12:45 pm

1 stop5h 50m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 12/11

5:23 am-2:36 pm

2 stops9h 13m

$371

Des MoinesBaton Rouge

DSM - BTR

DSMBTR

Des Moines

Fri 11/22

3:00 pm-3:52 pm

1 stop24h 52m

Baton Rouge Ryan

Mon 11/25

5:15 am-4:14 pm

2 stops10h 59m

$483

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Deals found on 11/2

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Louisiana

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Des Moines to Louisiana including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Louisiana?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Louisiana (average of $256). Flying from Des Moines to Louisiana in April is currently the most expensive (average of $342). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to LA?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Louisiana. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 4, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Des Moines to Louisiana as you normally would.

Rainfall in Louisiana by month

Plan your trip to Louisiana by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Louisiana ranges from 3.3 - 6.4 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.4 in. October is typically the driest time to visit Louisiana when rainfall is around 3.3 in.

Temperature in Louisiana by month

Plan your trip to Louisiana by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Louisiana, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Louisiana

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Louisiana. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Louisiana. Reviews last updated November 4, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Des Moines to Louisiana by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,829 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,226 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Frontier
6.1
Okay
3,573 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Louisiana. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Louisiana?

    For a flight from Des Moines to Louisiana, you will be flying from Des Moines. Des Moines (DSM) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city.

  • Can I find flights from Des Moines to Louisiana for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to Louisiana for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $248, but on average you can expect to pay $344.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Des Moines to Louisiana for under $300?

    There are currently 5+ open flights from Des Moines to Louisiana within the next 7 days for less than $300.

  • What are the most popular routes from Des Moines to Louisiana?

    Most travelers choose Des Moines - New Orleans Louis Armstrong, Des Moines - Baton Rouge Ryan or Des Moines - Alexandria when deciding on the best route from Des Moines to Louisiana.

  • What does DSM to MSY mean?

    DSM stands for Des Moines Airport, while MSY stands for New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Baton Rouge Ryan Airport (BTR), Shreveport Airport (SHV), Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT), Lake Charles Airport (LCH), Monroe Huenefeld Airport (MLU).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Louisiana that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Des Moines to Louisiana flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Des Moines to Louisiana with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Des Moines to Louisiana flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Louisiana that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to Louisiana flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Louisiana?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to Louisiana.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Louisiana?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Louisiana by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Louisiana that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Des Moines to Louisiana offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Des Moines to Louisiana?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Des Moines to Louisiana flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Des Moines to Louisiana flight deals updated?

    The Des Moines to Louisiana flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 11/3.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Louisiana?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Louisiana (average of $256). Flying from Des Moines to Louisiana in April is currently the most expensive (average of $342). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Des Moines to Louisiana

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Louisiana. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$138Average$206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$221Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$271Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$306Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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