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$249+ 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 12/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BTR — DSM
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
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 September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$249
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$228
From Baton Rouge Ryan to Des Moines
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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 September 16, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Wed 10/84:28 pmBTR - DSM
1 stop6h 48mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/143:48 pmDSM - BTR
1 stop7h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 12/166:00 amBTR - DSM
1 stop4h 43mDelta
Thu 1/16:15 amDSM - BTR
2 stops8h 45mDelta
Deal found 9/16$254
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 12/167:39 amBTR - DSM
2 stops8h 37mDelta
Wed 1/76:20 amDSM - BTR
2 stops9h 36mDelta
Deal found 9/15$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 12/166:00 amBTR - DSM
1 stop4h 43mDelta
Tue 1/611:04 amDSM - BTR
1 stop4h 52mDelta
Deal found 9/15$279
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 12/167:39 amBTR - DSM
1 stop5h 51mDelta
Sun 1/410:28 amDSM - BTR
2 stops11h 24mDelta
Deal found 9/15$284
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 12/166:00 amBTR - DSM
1 stop7h 30mDelta
Fri 1/26:15 amDSM - BTR
2 stops8h 45mDelta
Deal found 9/15$299
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Tue 12/163:08 pmBTR - DSM
1 stop8h 27mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/72:10 pmDSM - BTR
1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$319
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Mon 12/223:47 pmBTR - DSM
1 stop6h 41mDelta
Tue 1/611:04 amDSM - BTR
1 stop4h 52mDelta
Deal found 9/16$324
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Mon 12/223:47 pmBTR - DSM
1 stop6h 41mDelta
Wed 1/76:20 amDSM - BTR
2 stops9h 36mDelta
Deal found 9/16$329

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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

Tue 12/16

7:39 am-1:30 pm

1 stop5h 51m

Des Moines

Tue 1/6

11:04 am-3:56 pm

1 stop4h 52m

$249

Baton RougeDes Moines

BTR - DSM

BTRDSM

Baton Rouge Ryan

Tue 12/16

7:39 am-1:30 pm

1 stop5h 51m

Des Moines

Wed 1/7

6:20 am-3:56 pm

2 stops9h 36m

$254

Baton RougeDes Moines

BTR - DSM

BTRDSM

Baton Rouge Ryan

Thu 12/18

7:39 am-1:30 pm

1 stop5h 51m

Des Moines

Thu 1/1

6:15 am-3:00 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$254

Baton RougeDes Moines

BTR - DSM

BTRDSM

Baton Rouge Ryan

Wed 12/17

6:00 am-1:30 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Des Moines

Thu 1/1

6:15 am-3:00 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$254

Baton RougeDes Moines

BTR - DSM

BTRDSM

Baton Rouge Ryan

Thu 12/18

6:00 am-10:43 am

1 stop4h 43m

Des Moines

Wed 1/7

6:20 am-3:56 pm

2 stops9h 36m

$254

Baton RougeDes Moines

BTR - DSM

BTRDSM

Baton Rouge Ryan

Wed 12/17

6:00 am-2:14 pm

2 stops8h 14m

Des Moines

Tue 1/6

6:20 am-3:56 pm

2 stops9h 36m

$259

Baton RougeDes Moines

BTR - DSM

BTRDSM

Baton Rouge Ryan

Wed 12/17

6:00 am-2:14 pm

2 stops8h 14m

Des Moines

Mon 1/5

10:55 am-8:09 pm

2 stops9h 14m

$259

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Deals found on 9/16

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 $336). Flying from Baton Rouge to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 September 16, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with 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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac

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 5h 51m. Fly via Delta to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 773 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly 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. This flight start at 32% 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.

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  • 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 $336). Flying from Baton Rouge to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 Baton Rouge to Des Moines

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American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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