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$99+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Louisiana

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DSM — MSY
Feb 25 — Mar 41
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Round-trip from

$141
(Flightnetwork)

One-way from

$99
(Mytrip)

Popular in

February

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August

Average price

$506
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Louisiana
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Louisiana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/48:17 pmDSM - MSY
1 stop22h 40mFrontier
Thu 4/107:47 pmMSY - DSM
1 stop23h 30mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$141
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/71:32 pmDSM - MSY
1 stop21h 33mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/1512:10 pmMSY - DSM
1 stop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$238
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Mon 4/75:29 pmDSM - BTR
1 stop5h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/125:20 amBTR - DSM
1 stop6h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/18$249
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Mon 4/286:00 amDSM - MSY
2 stops6h 35mSouthwest
Wed 4/306:00 pmMSY - DSM
1 stop4h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$302
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Fri 3/710:32 amDSM - MSY
1 stop5h 38mDelta
Sat 3/155:30 amMSY - DSM
1 stop5h 10mDelta
Deal found 2/20$317
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Mon 4/711:38 amDSM - BTR
2 stops7h 45mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/125:00 amBTR - DSM
2 stops11h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/18$346
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Tue 6/245:00 amDSM - MSY
2 stops6h 55mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/307:24 amMSY - DSM
1 stop6h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$347
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Mon 6/166:07 amDSM - MSY
1 stop7h 09mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/207:00 amMSY - DSM
1 stop7h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$363
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Sat 4/55:45 amDSM - AEX
1 stop5h 39mDelta
Sat 4/125:00 pmAEX - DSM
1 stop5h 59mDelta
Deal found 2/18$468

Find flights from Des Moines to Louisiana within your budget

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Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Fri 4/4

8:17 pm-6:57 pm

1 stop22h 40m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 4/10

7:47 pm-7:17 pm

1 stop23h 30m

$141

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Fri 3/7

1:32 pm-11:05 am

1 stop21h 33m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 3/15

12:10 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$238

Des MoinesBaton Rouge

DSM - BTR

DSMBTR

Des Moines

Mon 4/7

5:29 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop5h 16m

Baton Rouge Ryan

Sat 4/12

5:20 am-12:07 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$249

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Mon 4/28

6:00 am-12:35 pm

2 stops6h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 4/30

6:00 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop4h 05m

$302

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Fri 3/7

10:32 am-4:10 pm

1 stop5h 38m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 3/15

5:30 am-10:40 am

1 stop5h 10m

$317

Des MoinesBaton Rouge

DSM - BTR

DSMBTR

Des Moines

Mon 4/7

11:38 am-7:23 pm

2 stops7h 45m

Baton Rouge Ryan

Sat 4/12

5:00 am-4:09 pm

2 stops11h 09m

$346

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Tue 6/24

5:00 am-11:55 am

2 stops6h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 6/30

7:24 am-2:23 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$347

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Mon 6/16

6:07 am-1:16 pm

1 stop7h 09m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 6/20

7:00 am-2:42 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$363

Des MoinesAlexandria

DSM - AEX

DSMAEX

Des Moines

Sat 4/5

5:45 am-11:24 am

1 stop5h 39m

Alexandria

Sat 4/12

5:00 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop5h 59m

$468

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Wed 3/5

3:46 pm-9:12 am

1 stop17h 26m

$128

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Louisiana

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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 $343). 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 February 20, 2025.

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 February 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines 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
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,355 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

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  • 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.

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  • 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 $343). 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$148Average$206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$278Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$321Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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