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$222+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Baton Rouge (DSM - BTR)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — BTR
Mar 24 — Mar 311
Tue 3/24
Tue 3/31
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Baton Rouge

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Baton Rouge
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Baton Rouge. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 22, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/258:00 am
DSM
-
BTR
1 stop5h 22m
United Airlines
Sat 8/297:00 am
BTR
-
DSM
1 stop7h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/19$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/76:19 am
DSM
-
BTR
2 stops9h 35m
Delta
Sun 3/86:07 am
BTR
-
DSM
1 stop4h 41m
Delta
Deal found 2/21$388
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/72:02 pm
DSM
-
BTR
1 stop7h 34m
American Airlines
Sun 3/85:00 am
BTR
-
DSM
1 stop5h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/21$514
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/72:04 pm
DSM
-
BTR
2 stops8h 41m
United Airlines
Sun 3/85:00 am
BTR
-
DSM
2 stops8h 23m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/21$573
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/85:20 pm
DSM
-
BTR
1 stop4h 43m
Delta
Thu 3/126:07 am
BTR
-
DSM
1 stop4h 41m
Delta
Deal found 2/21$587

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Baton Rouge

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Baton Rouge (BTR). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated February 22, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$388
(Delta)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$868
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Baton Rouge that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 22, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Baton Rouge that are best for you.

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Des Moines

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Baton Rouge

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Des MoinesBaton Rouge

DSM - BTR

DSMBTR

Des Moines

Sat 3/7

6:19 am-3:54 pm

2 stops9h 35m

Baton Rouge Ryan

Sun 3/8

6:07 am-10:48 am

1 stop4h 41m

$388

Des MoinesBaton Rouge

DSM - BTR

DSMBTR

Des Moines

Sat 3/7

2:02 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop7h 34m

Baton Rouge Ryan

Sun 3/8

5:00 am-10:34 am

1 stop5h 34m

$514

Des MoinesBaton Rouge

DSM - BTR

DSMBTR

Des Moines

Sat 3/7

2:04 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops8h 41m

Baton Rouge Ryan

Sun 3/8

5:00 am-1:23 pm

2 stops8h 23m

$573

Des MoinesBaton Rouge

DSM - BTR

DSMBTR

Des Moines

Sun 3/8

5:20 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop4h 43m

Baton Rouge Ryan

Thu 3/12

6:07 am-10:48 am

1 stop4h 41m

$587

Des MoinesBaton Rouge

DSM - BTR

DSMBTR

Des Moines

Thu 4/30

12:06 pm-6:02 pm

1 stop5h 56m

$222

Des MoinesBaton Rouge

DSM - BTR

DSMBTR

Des Moines

Sat 5/30

5:29 am-12:50 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$249

Des MoinesBaton Rouge

DSM - BTR

DSMBTR

Des Moines

Fri 3/13

3:26 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$555

Des MoinesBaton Rouge

DSM - BTR

DSMBTR

Des Moines

Thu 4/30

11:40 am-10:46 pm

3 stops11h 06m

$1,714

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Deals found on 2/22

Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Baton Rouge

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Baton Rouge in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Baton Rouge flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Baton Rouge flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Baton Rouge flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Baton Rouge flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Des Moines-Baton Rouge flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Baton Rouge

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Baton Rouge?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Baton Rouge (average of $193). Flying from Des Moines to Baton Rouge in May is currently the most expensive (average of $346). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing Baton Rouge

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Baton Rouge. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Baton Rouge. Reviews last updated February 22, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines from Des Moines to Baton Rouge have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,338 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Susie,Jan 2026

CLT - TPA

This flight was delayed 3 or 4 times. We had boarded the plane, sat on plane for a good 30 minutes, then we had to board the aircraft, walk to a different gate, wait and then board another aircraft. We arrived in Tampa 4 hours later than the original booking. I feel there should have been some sort of compensation especially for the advantage members.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,338 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,338 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Susie,Jan 2026

CLT - TPA

This flight was delayed 3 or 4 times. We had boarded the plane, sat on plane for a good 30 minutes, then we had to board the aircraft, walk to a different gate, wait and then board another aircraft. We arrived in Tampa 4 hours later than the original booking. I feel there should have been some sort of compensation especially for the advantage members.

Related info for your journey

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

    Delta, American Airlines, and United Airlines can get you from Des Moines to Baton Rouge in just under 7h 34m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 01m. There are 773 mi between Des Moines and Baton Rouge. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Des Moines to Baton Rouge round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Des Moines to Baton Rouge round-trip from $248. American Airlines is priced at 46% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Baton Rouge that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to Baton Rouge flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Baton Rouge?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to Baton Rouge.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Baton Rouge?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Baton Rouge by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Baton Rouge?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Baton Rouge (average of $193). Flying from Des Moines to Baton Rouge in May is currently the most expensive (average of $346). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Des Moines to Baton Rouge

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American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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