What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to New Orleans round-trip?

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Des Moines to New Orleans round-trip from $292. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $307, and Southwest, from $317. United Airlines is 29% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to New Orleans?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Des Moines to New Orleans?

American Airlines, Delta and Frontier are the most popular airlines when flying from Des Moines to New Orleans.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Des Moines to New Orleans?

Travelers have found that booking a Monday departure is the best way to save up to 42% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Des Moines to New Orleans?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 60 days in advance to save up to 110% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 60 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Des Moines to New Orleans 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $306, or $536 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to New Orleans?

July is one of the best times of the year to fly to New Orleans from Des Moines. Prices for July average $411 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $279. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of February. Opting for a July flight can save you 22% on your journey compared to booking in February

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Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 25, 2025.

Thu 5/83:44 pmDSM - MSY

1 stop14h 13mMultiple Airlines

Thu 5/158:31 pmMSY - DSM

1 stop24h 24mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$279

Sun 8/311:45 pmDSM - MSY

1 stop7h 42mUnited Airlines

Sat 9/67:00 amMSY - DSM

1 stop6h 56mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$292

Wed 5/711:53 amDSM - MSY

2 stops8h 05mAmerican Airlines

Wed 5/143:58 pmMSY - DSM

2 stops7h 41mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$307

Tue 4/156:40 amDSM - MSY

1 stop5h 10mSouthwest

Fri 4/187:40 amMSY - DSM

1 stop3h 40mSouthwest

Deal found 3/24

$317

Tue 4/295:45 amDSM - MSY

1 stop6h 06mDelta

Sun 5/45:30 amMSY - DSM

1 stop5h 11mDelta

Deal found 3/24

$362

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Thu 5/83:44 pmDSM - MSY

1 stop14h 13mMultiple Airlines

Thu 5/158:31 pmMSY - DSM

1 stop24h 24mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$279

Sun 8/311:45 pmDSM - MSY

1 stop7h 42mUnited Airlines

Sat 9/67:00 amMSY - DSM

1 stop6h 56mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$292

Wed 5/711:53 amDSM - MSY

2 stops8h 05mAmerican Airlines

Wed 5/143:58 pmMSY - DSM

2 stops7h 41mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$307

Tue 4/156:40 amDSM - MSY

1 stop5h 10mSouthwest

Fri 4/187:40 amMSY - DSM

1 stop3h 40mSouthwest

Deal found 3/24

$317

Tue 4/295:45 amDSM - MSY

1 stop6h 06mDelta

Sun 5/45:30 amMSY - DSM

1 stop5h 11mDelta

Deal found 3/24

$362

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Tue 4/15:45 amDSM - MSY

1 stop7h 36mDelta

Tue 4/1511:53 amMSY - DSM

1 stop5h 44mDelta

Deal found 3/24

$382

Tue 4/16:20 amDSM - MSY

1 stop5h 45mSouthwest

Tue 4/152:15 pmMSY - DSM

2 stops7h 50mSouthwest

Deal found 3/24

$387

Tue 4/18:47 amDSM - MSY

2 stops11h 22mUnited Airlines

Tue 4/155:00 amMSY - DSM

2 stops9h 38mUnited Airlines

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$462

Thu 4/105:29 pmDSM - MSY

1 stop5h 15mAmerican Airlines

Sun 4/135:10 amMSY - DSM

1 stop6h 52mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$427

Tue 4/156:40 amDSM - MSY

1 stop5h 10mSouthwest

Fri 4/187:40 amMSY - DSM

1 stop3h 40mSouthwest

Deal found 3/24

$317

Sun 4/273:44 pmDSM - MSY

2 stops37h 43mMultiple Airlines

Thu 5/18:57 amMSY - DSM

3 stops38h 16mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$294

Sun 4/277:45 amDSM - MSY

1 stop5h 24mUnited Airlines

Thu 5/17:00 amMSY - DSM

1 stop7h 38mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$332

Tue 4/295:45 amDSM - MSY

1 stop6h 06mDelta

Sun 5/45:30 amMSY - DSM

1 stop5h 11mDelta

Deal found 3/24

$362

One-way flights from Des Moines to New Orleans
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Tue 4/1512:49 pmDSM - MSY

1 stop7h 21mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$148

Fri 5/91:40 pmDSM - MSY

2 stops9h 35mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/25

$209

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Thu 5/8

3:44 pm-5:57 am

1 stop14h 13m

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Thu 5/15

8:31 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop24h 24m

$279

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Sun 8/31

1:45 pm-9:27 pm

1 stop7h 42m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 9/6

7:00 am-1:56 pm

1 stop6h 56m

$292

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Wed 5/7

11:53 am-7:58 pm

2 stops8h 05m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 5/14

3:58 pm-11:39 pm

2 stops7h 41m

$307

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Tue 4/15

6:40 am-11:50 am

1 stop5h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 4/18

7:40 am-11:20 am

1 stop3h 40m

$317

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Tue 4/29

5:45 am-11:51 am

1 stop6h 06m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 5/4

5:30 am-10:41 am

1 stop5h 11m

$362

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Tue 4/15

12:49 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$148

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Fri 5/9

1:40 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops9h 35m

$209

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Expedia	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Priceline	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars

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Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-New Orleans flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Des Moines-New Orleans flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to New Orleans

How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to New Orleans?

The price you pay for your flight from Des Moines to New Orleans may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 59 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Des Moines to New Orleans 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 MSY?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Des Moines to New Orleans in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 57% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Rainfall in New Orleans by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Orleans 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 New Orleans when rainfall is around 3.3 in.

Temperature in New Orleans by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Orleans, 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 New Orleans

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Des Moines to New Orleans. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,272 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,272 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,272 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,890 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,272 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,605 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,272 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

American Airlines

7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,272 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

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What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to New Orleans round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Des Moines to New Orleans round-trip from $292. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $307, and Southwest, from $317. United Airlines is 29% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to New Orleans flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to New Orleans?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to New Orleans.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to New Orleans?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to New Orleans by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to New Orleans?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Des Moines to New Orleans 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 New Orleans

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Frontier	Cheapest$148	Average$206	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
American Airlines	Cheapest$260	Average$369	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Delta	Cheapest$296	Average$444	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Southwest	Cheapest$312	Average$406	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
United Airlines	Cheapest$321	Average$450	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%

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Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans

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