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$119+ Cheap flights from Louisiana to Des Moines (DSM)

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MSY — DSM
Aug 6 — Aug 131
Wed 8/6
Wed 8/13
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Cheap flight deals from Louisiana to Des Moines

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Louisiana to Des Moines flight deals. Data was last updated August 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$208
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$119
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$331
From Louisiana to Des Moines
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Cheapest flights from Louisiana to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Louisiana to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 1, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/38:51 pmMSY - DSM
1 stop11h 38mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/63:40 pmDSM - MSY
1 stop13h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$208
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/23:06 pmMSY - DSM
1 stop7h 37mDelta
Wed 9/1011:23 amDSM - MSY
1 stop6h 30mDelta
Deal found 7/29$237
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/25:24 amMSY - DSM
2 stops9h 16mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/97:03 amDSM - MSY
1 stop5h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$242
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/156:43 pmLCH - DSM
1 stop4h 34mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/23:49 pmDSM - LCH
1 stop6h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/28$254
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Wed 9/310:15 amMSY - DSM
2 stops11h 30mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/81:10 pmDSM - MSY
1 stop6h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$312
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/155:50 amMSY - DSM
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Wed 8/273:25 pmDSM - MSY
1 stop7h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 7/30$332
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Mon 8/255:39 pmBTR - DSM
1 stop5h 19mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/273:49 pmDSM - BTR
1 stop4h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$357
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/2510:20 amBTR - DSM
1 stop7h 25mDelta
Wed 8/2710:47 amDSM - BTR
2 stops11h 26mDelta
Deal found 7/30$362
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Mon 8/254:03 pmBTR - DSM
2 stops7h 38mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/273:25 pmDSM - BTR
2 stops7h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$367
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/156:08 pmLCH - DSM
2 stops27h 39mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/25:15 pmDSM - LCH
2 stops27h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/28$542

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Louisiana to Des Moines 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 August 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Louisiana to Des Moines that are best for you.

Fly from

Louisiana

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 10/3

8:51 pm-8:29 am

1 stop11h 38m

Des Moines

Mon 10/6

3:40 pm-5:18 am

1 stop13h 38m

$208

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 9/2

5:03 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Des Moines

Mon 9/8

6:30 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$237

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 9/2

5:24 am-2:40 pm

2 stops9h 16m

Des Moines

Tue 9/9

7:03 am-12:36 pm

1 stop5h 33m

$242

Lake CharlesDes Moines

LCH - DSM

LCHDSM

Lake Charles

Fri 8/15

6:43 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop4h 34m

Des Moines

Tue 9/2

3:49 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$254

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 9/3

10:15 am-9:45 pm

2 stops11h 30m

Des Moines

Wed 9/10

1:10 pm-7:16 pm

1 stop6h 06m

$312

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 8/15

5:50 am-11:05 am

1 stop5h 15m

Des Moines

Wed 8/27

3:25 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$332

Baton RougeDes Moines

BTR - DSM

BTRDSM

Baton Rouge Ryan

Mon 8/25

5:39 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop5h 19m

Des Moines

Wed 8/27

3:49 pm-8:11 pm

1 stop4h 22m

$357

Baton RougeDes Moines

BTR - DSM

BTRDSM

Baton Rouge Ryan

Mon 8/25

10:20 am-5:45 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Des Moines

Wed 8/27

10:47 am-10:13 pm

2 stops11h 26m

$362

Baton RougeDes Moines

BTR - DSM

BTRDSM

Baton Rouge Ryan

Mon 8/25

4:03 pm-11:41 pm

2 stops7h 38m

Des Moines

Wed 8/27

3:25 pm-11:24 pm

2 stops7h 59m

$367

Lake CharlesDes Moines

LCH - DSM

LCHDSM

Lake Charles

Fri 8/15

6:08 pm-9:47 pm

2 stops27h 39m

Des Moines

Tue 9/2

5:15 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops27h 55m

$542

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Louisiana to Des Moines

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisiana to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Louisiana 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Louisiana to Des Moines. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Louisiana to Des Moines as you normally would.

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 August 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Louisiana to Des Moines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,239 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines from Louisiana?

    Des Moines (DSM), located 3.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Louisiana to Des Moines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Louisiana to Des Moines one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $119. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Louisiana to Des Moines for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Louisiana to Des Moines?

    While some choose either Lake Charles - Des Moines or Baton Rouge Ryan - Des Moines, New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Des Moines is the most popular route from Louisiana to Des Moines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Louisiana 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 Louisiana to Des Moines?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisiana to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Louisiana 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 3 airlines flying from Louisiana to Des Moines

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Louisiana 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 August 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$118Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$332Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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