Which airports can I use when flying from New Orleans to Des Moines?

Flights from New Orleans to Des Moines usually depart from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from New Orleans to Des Moines?

Two cabin classes are available on flights from New Orleans to Des Moines: • Economy Class • First Class

Which airports do connecting flights from New Orleans to Des Moines pass through?

One-stop flights from New Orleans to Des Moines most commonly connect through: • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 49% of one-stop connections • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 23% of one-stop connections • Lambert-St Louis (STL) - 13% of one-stop connections • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 5% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New Orleans to Des Moines?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 61% on flights from New Orleans to Des Moines. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $290 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $726, a difference of $436. 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 UnityPoint Health - Des Moines, Science Center of Iowa and Hy Vee Hall. These are among the most viewed places in Des Moines on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from New Orleans to Des Moines?

A nonstop flight from New Orleans to Des Moines takes 00m, covering 820 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from New Orleans 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 New Orleans 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 $325 to $2,964. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from New Orleans to Des Moines looking right now?

One-way fares from New Orleans to Des Moines are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $295, which is 26% above the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from New Orleans to Des Moines?

Flying via Lambert-St Louis (STL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 01m, compared with 4h 34m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and 4h 35m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

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

Des Moines Airport (DSM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $81 for economy cars. Top options include: • Hertz • Payless • Budget • Alamo • Avis

How much should I expect to pay for a New Orleans to Des Moines flight?

Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Des Moines range from $333 to $508, with an average of $401 over the past 12 months. Anything below $333 counts as a good deal.

How much is a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Des Moines?

Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Des Moines typically range from $333 to $508. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $325, on American Airlines.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from New Orleans to Des Moines?

American Airlines ($325) and Southwest ($325) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Des Moines according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from New Orleans to Des Moines?

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) is the most popular layover for the New Orleans to Des Moines route. 49% 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 New Orleans to Des Moines?

Flights via Denver Intl (DEN) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $333. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from New Orleans to Des Moines which airport offers the shortest layover?

Lambert-St Louis (STL) had the shortest average connection time for New Orleans to Des Moines layovers at 2h 31m over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: $333-$508

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Typical prices: $190-$318

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March

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Denver Intl (DEN)

Cheapest • Avg $333 (round-trip)

Lambert-St Louis (STL)

Shortest trip • 4h 01m (one-way)

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Recent round-trip flight deals from New Orleans to Des Moines

Wed, Dec 23 - Tue, Dec 29

6:33 pm - 11:13 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DSM Des Moines

4h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

7:43 pm - 11:59 pmDSM Des Moines-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

4h 16m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$325American Airlines

Wed, Dec 23 - Wed, Dec 30

6:05 pm - 11:35 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DSM Des Moines

5h 30m1 stop Chicago Midway

7:15 pm - 12:45 amDSM Des Moines-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

5h 30m1 stop Chicago Midway

$325Southwest

Sun, Dec 6 - Wed, Dec 9

5:50 am - 1:10 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DSM Des Moines

7h 20m1 stop Denver Intl

3:25 pm - 11:00 pmDSM Des Moines-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

7h 35m1 stop Chicago Midway

$330Southwest

Sun, Dec 6 - Wed, Dec 9

6:00 am - 1:10 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DSM Des Moines

7h 10m2 stops Houston Hobby Denver Intl

3:25 pm - 11:00 pmDSM Des Moines-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

7h 35m1 stop Chicago Midway

$335Southwest

Wed, Dec 23 - Tue, Dec 29

5:15 am - 10:53 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DSM Des Moines

5h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:43 pm - 11:35 pmDSM Des Moines-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

4h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$339Delta

Wed, Dec 23 - Wed, Dec 30

6:33 pm - 11:13 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DSM Des Moines

4h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

7:43 pm - 11:59 pmDSM Des Moines-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

4h 16m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$339American Airlines

Wed, Dec 23 - Tue, Dec 29

6:33 pm - 11:13 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DSM Des Moines

4h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

7:43 pm - 11:59 pmDSM Des Moines-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

4h 16m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$339American Airlines

Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 22

5:30 am - 10:44 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DSM Des Moines

5h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

2:59 pm - 8:39 pmDSM Des Moines-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

5h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$350Delta

Sat, Nov 21 - Fri, Nov 27

2:25 pm - 9:55 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DSM Des Moines

7h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:45 pm - 11:52 pmDSM Des Moines-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

5h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$455United Airlines

Sat, Nov 21 - Fri, Nov 27

9:05 am - 5:33 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DSM Des Moines

8h 28m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:45 pm - 11:52 pmDSM Des Moines-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

5h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$460United Airlines

Recent last minute flight deals from New Orleans to Des Moines

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

5:20 am - 10:42 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DSM Des Moines

5h 22m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:36 am - 5:07 pmDSM Des Moines-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

5h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$629Delta

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

7:00 am - 2:20 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DSM Des Moines

7h 20m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

1:27 pm - 9:43 pmDSM Des Moines-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

8h 16m2 stops Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$684United Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8

6:02 pm - 10:33 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DSM Des Moines

4h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

3:03 pm - 9:09 pmDSM Des Moines-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

6h 06m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$721Delta

Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8

7:00 am - 12:31 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DSM Des Moines

5h 31m1 stop Denver Intl

5:30 am - 1:35 pmDSM Des Moines-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

8h 05m1 stop Denver Intl

$721United Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

10:35 am - 5:28 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DSM Des Moines

6h 53m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:45 pm - 11:52 pmDSM Des Moines-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

5h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$721United Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8

7:00 am - 4:07 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DSM Des Moines

9h 07m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl

6:45 pm - 11:59 pmDSM Des Moines-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

5h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$726United Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

6:08 pm - 11:42 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DSM Des Moines

5h 34m1 stop Denver Intl

1:27 pm - 11:15 pmDSM Des Moines-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

9h 48m2 stops Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$726United Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8

5:00 am - 12:31 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DSM Des Moines

7h 31m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl

5:30 am - 1:16 pmDSM Des Moines-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

7h 46m2 stops Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$731United Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Des Moines? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from New Orleans to Des Moines departing in december.

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Cheapest flight	$140

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from New Orleans to Des Moines?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from New Orleans to Des Moines:

• Economy Class
• First Class
How long is a flight from New Orleans to Des Moines?
A nonstop flight from New Orleans to Des Moines takes 00m, covering 820 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from New Orleans 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.
How much should I expect to pay for a New Orleans to Des Moines flight?
Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Des Moines range from $333 to $508, with an average of $401 over the past 12 months. Anything below $333 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from New Orleans 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 $325 to $2,964. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from New Orleans to Des Moines looking right now?
One-way fares from New Orleans to Des Moines are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $295, which is 26% above the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Des Moines Airport (DSM)?
Des Moines Airport (DSM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $81 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Hertz
• Payless
• Budget
• Alamo
• Avis
Which airports can I use when flying from New Orleans to Des Moines?
Flights from New Orleans to Des Moines usually depart from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).
Which airports do connecting flights from New Orleans to Des Moines pass through?
One-stop flights from New Orleans to Des Moines most commonly connect through:

• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 49% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 23% of one-stop connections
• Lambert-St Louis (STL) - 13% of one-stop connections
• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 5% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New Orleans to Des Moines?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 61% on flights from New Orleans to Des Moines. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $290 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $726, a difference of $436.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from New Orleans to Des Moines?
Flying via Lambert-St Louis (STL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 01m, compared with 4h 34m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and 4h 35m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).
What popular places can I visit in Des Moines?
Some of the most popular sights in Des Moines are UnityPoint Health - Des Moines, Science Center of Iowa and Hy Vee Hall. These are among the most viewed places in Des Moines on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average $290, about $436 less than Saturday fares (60% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your New Orleans to Des Moines trip for March. Fares historically average $290 round-trip in that month - typically $441 less than the most expensive month, which is April (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
• Homewood Suites by Hilton - Des Moines Airport

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