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Cheapest round-trip
$299
Typical prices: $333-$508
Southwest
Sun 10/14Tue 10/16
MSY - DSM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$128
Typical prices: $190-$299
Southwest
Wed 10/24
MSY - DSM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between New Orleans and Des Moines. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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October
Cheapest • 32% price drop
July
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $333 (round-trip)
Lambert-St Louis (STL)
Shortest trip • 4h 10m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Des Moines (MSY-DSM)

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

Wed, Oct 14 - Fri, Oct 16
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4:25 pm - 10:00 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DSM Des Moines
5h 35m1 stop Chicago Midway
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7:10 pm - 12:15 amDSM  Des Moines-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
$299Southwest
Wed, Oct 14 - Fri, Oct 16
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12:35 pm - 10:00 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DSM Des Moines
9h 25m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway
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7:10 pm - 12:15 amDSM  Des Moines-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
$305Southwest
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
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5:05 pm - 2:42 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DSM Des Moines
21h 37m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Philadelphia
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2:42 pm - 5:10 amDSM  Des Moines-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
14h 28m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$310Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 13
American Airlines Logo
8:06 am - 3:11 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DSM Des Moines
7h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
4:12 pm - 9:32 pmDSM  Des Moines-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$325American Airlines
Mon, Oct 5 - Sat, Oct 10
American Airlines Logo
8:06 am - 3:11 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DSM Des Moines
7h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
4:12 pm - 9:32 pmDSM  Des Moines-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$325American Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 20
Delta Logo
6:25 am - 2:09 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DSM Des Moines
7h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:54 pm - 11:35 pmDSM  Des Moines-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$325Delta
Mon, Oct 5 - Sat, Oct 10
United Airlines Logo
6:01 pm - 11:48 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DSM Des Moines
5h 47m1 stop Denver Intl
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3:11 pm - 10:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 48m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$330United Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 1
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2:25 pm - 9:55 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DSM Des Moines
7h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:45 pm - 11:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$353United Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
American Airlines Logo
6:28 pm - 11:07 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DSM Des Moines
4h 39m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
4:12 pm - 9:32 pmDSM  Des Moines-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$387American Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 7
Delta Logo
5:20 am - 10:42 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DSM Des Moines
5h 22m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:54 pm - 11:35 pmDSM  Des Moines-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$407Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for New Orleans to Des Moines flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from New Orleans to Des Moines with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Des Moines start at $299. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $333 to $508. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $299 on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Orleans to Des Moines?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Orleans to Des Moines, it is 28% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 81% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for New Orleans to Des Moines flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$128
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 10% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 1% increase in price.
Flight from New Orleans to Des Moines

When to book flights from New Orleans to Des Moines

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New Orleans 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 New Orleans 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 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?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from New Orleans to Des Moines.

  • 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) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Lambert-St Louis (STL) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 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 New Orleans to Des Moines?

    On the New Orleans to Des Moines route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 61%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $290 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $726: a $436 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 New Orleans to Des Moines?

    A nonstop flight from New Orleans to Des Moines takes 0h 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 $299 to $1,036. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $196, which is 17% below 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 10m, compared with 4h 34m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and 4h 46m 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 starting from around $33 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.

Your guide to booking New Orleans 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 Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average $290 - about $436 less than Saturday (60% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New Orleans to Des Moines trip for October. Fares historically average $272 round-trip in that month - typically $459 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
    - Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center By IHG

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