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$259+ Cheap flights from Baton Rouge to Des Moines (BTR - DSM)

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 11/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BTR — DSM
Nov 22 — Nov 291
Sat 11/22
Sat 11/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Baton Rouge to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Baton Rouge (BTR) to Des Moines (DSM). 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 October 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$259
(American Airlines)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$786
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Cheapest flights from Baton Rouge to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Baton Rouge to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 23, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Fri 11/73:08 pmBTR - DSM
1 stop8h 22mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/95:00 amDSM - BTR
1 stop4h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/21$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Fri 11/75:07 amBTR - DSM
2 stops11h 05mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/96:05 amDSM - BTR
1 stop5h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/21$264
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 12/195:32 amBTR - DSM
1 stop5h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/411:32 amDSM - BTR
1 stop4h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/23$473
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 12/196:07 pmBTR - DSM
2 stops27h 33mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/48:00 amDSM - BTR
2 stops11h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/23$577

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Baton Rouge to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Baton Rouge

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Des Moines

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Depart

Return

Price

Baton RougeDes Moines

BTR - DSM

BTRDSM

Baton Rouge Ryan

Fri 11/7

5:07 am-4:12 pm

2 stops11h 05m

Des Moines

Sun 11/9

6:05 am-11:18 am

1 stop5h 13m

$264

Baton RougeDes Moines

BTR - DSM

BTRDSM

Baton Rouge Ryan

Thu 2/19

4:08 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop6h 12m

Des Moines

Mon 2/23

8:08 am-3:33 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$319

Baton RougeDes Moines

BTR - DSM

BTRDSM

Baton Rouge Ryan

Fri 12/19

5:32 am-10:47 am

1 stop5h 15m

Des Moines

Sun 1/4

11:32 am-3:50 pm

1 stop4h 18m

$473

Baton RougeDes Moines

BTR - DSM

BTRDSM

Baton Rouge Ryan

Fri 11/7

3:40 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$284

Baton RougeDes Moines

BTR - DSM

BTRDSM

Baton Rouge Ryan

Fri 11/7

5:07 am-4:12 pm

2 stops11h 05m

$289

Baton RougeDes Moines

BTR - DSM

BTRDSM

Baton Rouge Ryan

Tue 11/4

6:15 am-1:28 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$380

Baton RougeDes Moines

BTR - DSM

BTRDSM

Baton Rouge Ryan

Tue 11/4

7:00 am-2:11 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$380

Baton RougeDes Moines

BTR - DSM

BTRDSM

Baton Rouge Ryan

Tue 11/4

5:30 am-3:32 pm

2 stops10h 02m

$385

Baton RougeDes Moines

BTR - DSM

BTRDSM

Baton Rouge Ryan

Tue 10/28

10:22 am-5:44 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$443

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Deals found on 10/22

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Baton Rouge to Des Moines in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice 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 Baton Rouge-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Baton Rouge-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Baton Rouge-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Baton Rouge-Des Moines 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 Baton Rouge-Des Moines flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Baton Rouge to Des Moines

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Baton Rouge to Des Moines (average of $143). Flying from Baton Rouge to Des Moines in March is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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 Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. 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 Des Moines. Reviews last updated October 23, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta and American Airlines from Baton Rouge to Des Moines by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,982 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,032 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Baton Rouge to Des Moines. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Baton Rouge to Des Moines in 11h 05m. Fly via United Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 773 mi.

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Des Moines, with prices starting at $248. Another option worth looking into is Delta, starting at $248 round trip. These flights start at 39% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Baton Rouge to Des Moines 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 Baton Rouge to Des Moines?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Baton Rouge to Des Moines (average of $143). Flying from Baton Rouge to Des Moines in March is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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 2 airlines flying from Baton Rouge to Des Moines

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Baton Rouge to Des Moines. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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