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$249+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Baton Rouge (DSM - BTR)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — BTR
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$249
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$451
From Des Moines to Baton Rouge Ryan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($31 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($26 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 July 3, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Tue 8/195:44 amDSM - BTR
1 stop7h 09mDelta
Sat 8/236:00 amBTR - DSM
1 stop4h 38mDelta
Deal found 7/2$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Fri 8/155:29 pmDSM - BTR
1 stop5h 32mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/226:42 pmBTR - DSM
1 stop4h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$250
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Fri 9/122:58 pmDSM - BTR
1 stop6h 12mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/145:00 amBTR - DSM
2 stops9h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/2$365

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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 July 3, 2025.
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 MoinesBaton Rouge

DSM - BTR

DSMBTR

Des Moines

Tue 8/19

5:44 am-12:53 pm

1 stop7h 09m

Baton Rouge Ryan

Sat 8/23

6:00 am-10:38 am

1 stop4h 38m

$249

Des MoinesBaton Rouge

DSM - BTR

DSMBTR

Des Moines

Fri 8/15

5:29 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop5h 32m

Baton Rouge Ryan

Fri 8/22

6:42 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$250

Des MoinesBaton Rouge

DSM - BTR

DSMBTR

Des Moines

Fri 9/12

2:58 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop6h 12m

Baton Rouge Ryan

Sun 9/14

5:00 am-2:20 pm

2 stops9h 20m

$365

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Deals found on 7/2

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Baton Rouge (average of $334). Flying from Des Moines to Baton Rouge in March is currently the most expensive (average of $455). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to BTR?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Baton Rouge. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 3, 2025.

When flying from Des Moines to Baton Rouge, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 25% versus a flight in the morning.

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 July 3, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Baton Rouge round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Des Moines to Baton Rouge round-trip from $249. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $250, and United Airlines, from $365. Delta is priced at 36% 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?

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  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Baton Rouge (average of $334). Flying from Des Moines to Baton Rouge in March is currently the most expensive (average of $455). 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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