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).

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.

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) - 60% of one-stop connections • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 33% of one-stop connections • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 7% of one-stop connections Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 43% on the Des Moines to Baton Rouge route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $318 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $553, a difference of $235. 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 long is a flight from Des Moines to Baton Rouge?

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

What are the earliest and latest flights from Des Moines to Baton Rouge?

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Des Moines to Baton Rouge: • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am. The flight takes about 0h 00m.

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.

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 $359 to $1,172. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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 4h 58m, compared with 5h 18m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and 7h 13m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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 $30 for economy cars. Top options include: · Budget · Hertz · Dollar · Enterprise Rent-A-Car · Avis

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 $328 to $488, with an average of $356 over the past 12 months. Anything below $328 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Des Moines to Baton Rouge?

United Airlines ($359) and American Airlines ($514) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Baton Rouge according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Des Moines to Baton Rouge?

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) is the most popular layover for the Des Moines to Baton Rouge route. 60% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via DFW.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Des Moines to Baton Rouge?

Flights via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $318. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Des Moines to Baton Rouge which airport offers the shortest layover?

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) had the shortest average connection time for Des Moines to Baton Rouge layovers at 181 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Sun, Oct 4 - Sat, Oct 10

6:00 am - 11:18 amDSM Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

5h 18m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

5:20 am - 2:15 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines

8h 55m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$359United Airlines

Sun, Oct 4 - Sat, Oct 10

4:14 pm - 10:53 pmDSM Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

6h 39m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

8:00 am - 3:11 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines

7h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$514American Airlines

Sun, Oct 4 - Sat, Oct 10

6:55 pm - 11:18 amDSM Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

16h 23m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

1:55 pm - 11:52 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines

9h 57m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl

$544United Airlines

Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 12

3:03 pm - 9:56 pmDSM Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

6h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

5:53 pm - 10:33 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines

4h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$561Delta

Mon, Aug 31 - Fri, Sep 4

6:15 am - 1:16 pmDSM Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

7h 01m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

4:10 pm - 2:14 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines

22h 04m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$583United Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Fri, Sep 4

1:35 pm - 9:28 pmDSM Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

7h 53m2 stops Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

12:00 pm - 2:14 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines

26h 14m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$588United Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Fri, Sep 4

11:32 am - 9:28 pmDSM Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

9h 56m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

6:14 pm - 10:26 amBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines

16h 12m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$593United Airlines

Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8

11:28 am - 5:50 pmDSM Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

6h 22m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

6:15 pm - 11:57 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines

5h 42m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$679American Airlines

Fri, Sep 4 - Tue, Sep 8

3:20 pm - 8:43 amDSM Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

17h 23m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

12:00 pm - 9:28 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines

9h 28m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$684United Airlines

Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 12

1:24 pm - 9:16 pmDSM Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

7h 52m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

4:07 pm - 10:15 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines

6h 08m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$753United Airlines

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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 start at $359. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $328 to $488. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $359 on United Airlines.

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Cheapest flight	$359

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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).
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.
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) - 60% of one-stop connections
• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 33% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 7% of one-stop connections

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Baton Rouge?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 43% on the Des Moines to Baton Rouge route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $318 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $553, a difference of $235. 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 long is a flight from Des Moines to Baton Rouge?
A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Baton Rouge takes 0h 00m, covering 773 miles.
What are the earliest and latest flights from Des Moines to Baton Rouge?
These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Des Moines to Baton Rouge:

• Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
• Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

The flight takes about 0h 00m.
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.
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 $359 to $1,172. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
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 4h 58m, compared with 5h 18m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and 7h 13m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).
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 $30 for economy cars. Top options include:
· Budget
· Hertz
· Dollar
· Enterprise Rent-A-Car
· Avis
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 $328 to $488, with an average of $356 over the past 12 months. Anything below $328 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $318 - about $235 less than Sunday (42% 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 $560 less than the most expensive month, which is February (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
- SpringHill Suites by Marriott Baton Rouge North/Airport

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