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Cheapest round-trip
$399
Typical prices: $308-$567
United Airlines
Wed 10/17Sun 10/21
BTR - DSM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$250
Typical prices: $237-$303
American Airlines
Mon 10/8
BTR - DSM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Baton Rouge and Des Moines. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 42% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $405 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 4h 50m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Baton Rouge to Des Moines (BTR-DSM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Baton Rouge to Des Moines

Sat, Oct 17 - Wed, Oct 21
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9:35 am - 2:14 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines
4h 39m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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6:00 am - 1:20 pmDSM  Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
7h 20m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$399United Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Sun, Oct 4
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5:20 am - 2:15 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines
8h 55m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 am - 11:18 amDSM  Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
5h 18m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$402United Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Wed, Oct 21
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4:07 pm - 11:52 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines
7h 45m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl
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6:00 am - 11:18 amDSM  Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
5h 18m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$404United Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Wed, Oct 21
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9:35 am - 2:14 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines
4h 39m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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6:00 am - 1:20 pmDSM  Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
7h 20m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$419United Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Wed, Oct 21
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4:07 pm - 11:52 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines
7h 45m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl
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6:00 am - 11:18 amDSM  Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
5h 18m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$424United Airlines
Mon, Sep 28 - Wed, Sep 30
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5:28 pm - 11:12 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines
5h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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1:30 pm - 9:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
7h 40m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$534American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Baton Rouge to Des Moines flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Baton Rouge to Des Moines?

Round-trip flights from Baton Rouge to Des Moines start at $399. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $308 to $567. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $399 on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Baton Rouge to Des Moines?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Baton Rouge to Des Moines, it is 32% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 85% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Baton Rouge to Des Moines flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$250
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Baton Rouge to Des Moines

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Baton Rouge to Des Moines based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Baton Rouge to Des Moines flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Baton Rouge to Des Moines?

    Flights from Baton Rouge to Des Moines usually depart from Baton Rouge Ryan (BTR) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Baton Rouge to Des Moines?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Baton Rouge to Des Moines.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Baton Rouge to Des Moines pass through?

    One-stop flights from Baton Rouge to Des Moines most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 53% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 13% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Baton Rouge to Des Moines?

    On the Baton Rouge to Des Moines route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 64%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $269 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $729: a $460 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Des Moines?

    Some of the most popular sights in Des Moines are Iowa Events Center, UnityPoint Health - Des Moines and Des Moines Civic Center. These are among the most viewed places in Des Moines on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Baton Rouge to Des Moines?

    A nonstop flight from Baton Rouge to Des Moines takes 0h 00m, covering 773 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Baton Rouge to Des Moines?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Baton Rouge to Des Moines changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $399 to $1,283. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Baton Rouge to Des Moines looking right now?

    One-way fares from Baton Rouge to Des Moines are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $347, which is 39% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Baton Rouge to Des Moines?

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 50m, compared with 6h 13m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 6h 13m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What car rental options are available at Des Moines Airport (DSM)?

    Des Moines Airport (DSM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $33 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Hertz
    • Payless
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Avis

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Baton Rouge to Des Moines flight?

    Round-trip flights from Baton Rouge to Des Moines range from $308 to $567, with an average of $392 over the past 12 months. Anything below $308 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Baton Rouge to Des Moines flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Sunday flights average $269 - about $460 less than Monday (63% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Baton Rouge to Des Moines trip for September. Fares historically average $228 round-trip in that month - typically $615 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Des Moines Airport.
    - Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
    - Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
    - Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center By IHG

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