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Cheapest round-trip
$339
Typical prices: $353-$553
American Airlines
Sat 12/15Tue 1/9
DSM - BTR • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$178
Typical prices: $204-$215
American Airlines
Sun 11/4
DSM - BTR • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Baton Rouge. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
June
Cheapest • 22% price drop
June
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $432 (round-trip)
Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH)
Shortest trip • 5h 22m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Baton Rouge (DSM-BTR)

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

Tue, Dec 15 - Sat, Jan 9
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3:31 pm - 9:46 pmDSM  Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
6h 15m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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4:42 pm - 10:16 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines
5h 34m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$339American Airlines
Tue, Dec 15 - Sat, Jan 9
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8:00 am - 1:29 pmDSM  Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
5h 29m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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5:00 am - 2:30 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines
9h 30m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$344United Airlines
Tue, Dec 15 - Sat, Jan 9
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2:58 pm - 10:08 pmDSM  Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
7h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 3:57 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines
9h 57m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Minneapolis St Paul
$344Delta
Tue, Dec 15 - Sat, Jan 9
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6:09 am - 6:19 pmDSM  Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
12h 10m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 3:57 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines
9h 57m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Minneapolis St Paul
$349Delta
Tue, Dec 15 - Sat, Jan 9
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11:01 am - 6:19 pmDSM  Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
7h 18m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 3:57 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines
9h 57m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Minneapolis St Paul
$349Delta
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
Delta Logo
3:03 pm - 9:56 pmDSM  Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
6h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
10:19 am - 3:16 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines
4h 57m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$369Delta
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:18 amDSM  Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
5h 18m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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5:20 am - 4:20 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines
11h 00m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl
$374United Airlines
Tue, Dec 15 - Sat, Jan 9
American Airlines Logo
2:05 pm - 11:01 pmDSM  Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
8h 56m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:20 am - 2:48 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines
7h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$438American Airlines
Mon, Dec 21 - Mon, Dec 28
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5:05 am - 10:11 amDSM  Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
5h 06m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:23 pm - 11:08 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines
5h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$554American Airlines
Mon, Dec 21 - Sat, Dec 26
American Airlines Logo
5:05 am - 10:11 amDSM  Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
5h 06m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:20 pm - 11:58 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines
5h 38m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$570American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Baton Rouge flights

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Baton Rouge typically range from $353 to $553. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $339, on American Airlines.

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Key details for Des Moines to Baton Rouge flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$178
One-way flight from Des Moines to Baton Rouge

When to book flights from Des Moines to Baton Rouge

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

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

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

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

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

    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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Baton Rouge range from $353 to $553, with an average of $397 over the past 12 months. Anything below $353 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Des Moines to Baton Rouge 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 $339 to $1,651. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Baton Rouge are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $298, which is 46% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Baton Rouge Ryan Airport (BTR)?

    Baton Rouge Ryan Airport (BTR) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $32 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Avis

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

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

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

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

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 53% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 16% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 75% on flights from Des Moines to Baton Rouge. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $328 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,294, a difference of $966.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 04m, compared with 5h 22m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and 5h 40m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Baton Rouge flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $328, about $966 less than Thursday fares (75% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Baton Rouge trip for June. Fares historically average $308 round-trip in that month - typically $986 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Baton Rouge Ryan Airport.

    • Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baton Rouge Airport
    • Days Inn by Wyndham Baton Rouge Airport
    • Hilton Garden Inn Baton Rouge Airport

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