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$136+ Cheap flights from Louisiana to Des Moines (DSM)

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MSY — DSM
Jun 23 — Jun 301
Mon 6/23
Mon 6/30
1 adult, Economy
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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 June 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$217
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$136
(Mytrip)

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 June 18, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
Thu 8/146:15 pmMSY - DSM
1 stop4h 48mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/186:13 pmDSM - MSY
1 stop4h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/18$217
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Thu 10/211:50 amMSY - DSM
1 stop8h 07mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/68:30 amDSM - MSY
2 stops22h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/17$248
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/286:28 pmLCH - DSM
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/55:00 amDSM - LCH
1 stop6h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/16$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/186:21 pmBTR - DSM
1 stop5h 28mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/215:00 amDSM - BTR
1 stop5h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/16$249
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/115:00 amMSY - DSM
1 stop8h 00mSouthwest
Fri 9/126:00 amDSM - MSY
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 6/15$263
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 6/2012:14 pmBTR - DSM
2 stops8h 28mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/246:07 amDSM - BTR
1 stop5h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/18$344
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/27:00 amMSY - DSM
1 stop7h 41mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/66:02 amDSM - MSY
1 stop5h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/16$357
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
Fri 7/184:16 pmMSY - DSM
1 stop4h 41mDelta
Sun 7/206:40 pmDSM - MSY
1 stop5h 02mDelta
Deal found 6/18$367
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
Fri 6/2012:27 pmBTR - DSM
2 stops8h 41mDelta
Tue 6/246:07 amDSM - BTR
2 stops8h 36mDelta
Deal found 6/18$429
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/286:08 pmLCH - DSM
2 stops20h 33mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/56:00 amDSM - LCH
2 stops7h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/16$547

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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 June 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Louisiana to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Louisiana

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 8/14

6:15 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop4h 48m

Des Moines

Mon 8/18

6:13 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$217

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/2

11:50 am-7:57 pm

1 stop8h 07m

Des Moines

Mon 10/6

8:30 am-7:02 am

2 stops22h 32m

$248

Lake CharlesDes Moines

LCH - DSM

LCHDSM

Lake Charles

Mon 7/28

6:28 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop5h 21m

Des Moines

Tue 8/5

5:00 am-11:33 am

1 stop6h 33m

$249

Baton RougeDes Moines

BTR - DSM

BTRDSM

Baton Rouge Ryan

Fri 7/18

6:21 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop5h 28m

Des Moines

Mon 7/21

5:00 am-10:13 am

1 stop5h 13m

$249

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 9/11

5:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Des Moines

Fri 9/12

6:00 am-11:30 am

1 stop5h 30m

$263

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 7/2

7:00 am-2:41 pm

1 stop7h 41m

Des Moines

Sun 7/6

6:02 am-11:03 am

1 stop5h 01m

$357

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 7/18

4:16 pm-8:57 pm

1 stop4h 41m

Des Moines

Sun 7/20

6:40 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop5h 02m

$367

Lake CharlesDes Moines

LCH - DSM

LCHDSM

Lake Charles

Mon 7/28

6:08 pm-2:41 pm

2 stops20h 33m

Des Moines

Tue 8/5

6:00 am-1:16 pm

2 stops7h 16m

$547

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 7/18

8:19 pm-5:16 pm

2 stops20h 57m

$136

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 10/12

7:55 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop3h 50m

$190

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Best time to book a flight from Louisiana to Des Moines

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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 $406). 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 June 18, 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.

Rainfall in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Des Moines ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Des Moines when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

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 June 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Louisiana to Des Moines to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,810 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

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 United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $209. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Southwest, 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 Baton Rouge Ryan - Des Moines or Lake Charles - 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 $406). 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 4 airlines flying from Louisiana to Des Moines

Discover the top 4 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 June 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$194Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$275Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$332Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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