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.

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 $319 to $1,527. 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 $362, which is 77% above the typical average for this route.

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?

Delta ($319) and American Airlines ($349) 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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Typical prices: $328-$488

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Typical prices: $204-$215

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Cheapest • Avg $318 (round-trip)

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Shortest trip • 4h 58m (one-way)

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

Thu, Dec 10 - Sat, Dec 12

2:58 pm - 10:08 pmDSM Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

7h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

4:34 pm - 10:38 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines

6h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$319Delta

Fri, Dec 11 - Sat, Dec 12

2:58 pm - 10:08 pmDSM Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

7h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:00 am - 10:50 amBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines

4h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$319Delta

Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 13

2:58 pm - 10:08 pmDSM Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

7h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

10:23 am - 8:54 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines

10h 31m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$324Delta

Fri, Dec 11 - Sat, Dec 12

10:30 am - 10:08 pmDSM Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

11h 38m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:00 am - 10:50 amBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines

4h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$324Delta

Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 13

10:30 am - 10:08 pmDSM Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

11h 38m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

10:23 am - 8:54 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines

10h 31m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$329Delta

Sat, Sep 12 - Wed, Sep 16

6:41 am - 1:55 pmDSM Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

7h 14m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:42 pm - 11:12 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines

4h 30m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$349American Airlines

Tue, Sep 15 - Sat, Sep 19

11:31 am - 5:05 pmDSM Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

5h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:07 am - 10:46 amBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines

4h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$349Delta

Fri, Sep 18 - Sun, Sep 20

2:34 pm - 9:53 pmDSM Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

7h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:03 am - 10:46 amBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines

4h 43m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$349Delta

Thu, Dec 10 - Sat, Dec 12

8:00 am - 3:15 pmDSM Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

7h 15m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

12:05 pm - 9:25 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines

9h 20m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$350United Airlines

Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 13

9:45 am - 4:57 pmDSM Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

7h 12m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

5:28 pm - 11:05 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines

5h 37m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$364American Airlines

Recent last minute flight deals from Des Moines to Baton Rouge

Fri, Sep 4 - Fri, Sep 11

6:15 am - 8:43 amDSM Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

26h 28m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

9:35 am - 9:28 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines

11h 53m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$798United Airlines

Fri, Sep 4 - Fri, Sep 11

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

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

9:35 am - 9:28 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines

11h 53m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$804United Airlines

Fri, Sep 4 - Fri, Sep 11

6:15 am - 8:43 amDSM Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

26h 28m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

4:10 pm - 10:30 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines

6h 20m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$833United Airlines

Fri, Sep 4 - Fri, Sep 11

6:00 am - 8:43 amDSM Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

26h 43m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

9:35 am - 9:28 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines

11h 53m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$899United Airlines

Thu, Sep 3 - Fri, Sep 4

6:15 am - 8:42 amDSM Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

26h 27m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

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

22h 04m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,212United Airlines

Thu, Sep 3 - Fri, Sep 4

6:15 am - 8:42 amDSM Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

26h 27m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

2:05 pm - 2:16 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines

24h 11m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,217United Airlines

Thu, Sep 3 - Fri, Sep 4

6:00 am - 3:08 pmDSM Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

9h 08m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

10:26 am - 8:39 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines

10h 13m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,304Delta

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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 $319. Prices are below average 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 $319 on Delta.

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High season	June
Cheapest flight	$299

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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.
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 $319 to $1,527. 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 $362, which is 77% above the typical average for this route.
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
- SpringHill Suites by Marriott Baton Rouge North/Airport
- Days Inn by Wyndham Baton Rouge Airport

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