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$140+ Cheap flights from New Orleans to Des Moines (MSY - DSM)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — DSM
may. 4 — may. 111
dom. 5/4
dom. 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) 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 abril 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$261
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$483
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($84 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($20 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Find flight deals from New Orleans to Des Moines

Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 29, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
vie. 6/68:39 pmMSY - DSM
1 stop20h 39mMultiple Airlines
dom. 6/86:32 pmDSM - MSY
1 stop25h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$261
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
mié. 6/47:00 amMSY - DSM
1 stop7h 42mUnited Airlines
mié. 6/116:25 amDSM - MSY
1 stop6h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$266
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/99:55 amMSY - DSM
1 stop4h 22mAmerican Airlines
mar. 9/164:05 pmDSM - MSY
1 stop6h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$271
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 5/207:30 amMSY - DSM
1 stop4h 05mSouthwest
vie. 5/235:30 pmDSM - MSY
2 stops5h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$316

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

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New Orleans

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Des Moines

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Depart

Return

Price

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

vie. 6/6

8:39 pm-5:18 pm

1 stop20h 39m

Des Moines

dom. 6/8

6:32 pm-7:44 pm

1 stop25h 12m

$261

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mié. 6/4

7:00 am-2:42 pm

1 stop7h 42m

Des Moines

mié. 6/11

6:25 am-1:18 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$266

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mar. 9/9

9:55 am-2:17 pm

1 stop4h 22m

Des Moines

mar. 9/16

4:05 pm-10:13 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$271

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mar. 5/20

7:30 am-11:35 am

1 stop4h 05m

Des Moines

vie. 5/23

5:30 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops5h 25m

$316

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

dom. 6/8

7:21 pm-7:53 pm

1 stop24h 32m

$140

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

dom. 6/8

3:50 pm-12:05 am

2 stops8h 15m

$229

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

sáb. 5/10

12:46 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$264

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

sáb. 5/10

2:27 pm-11:39 pm

2 stops9h 12m

$269

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

dom. 6/8

5:05 am-11:54 pm

3 stops18h 49m

$469

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Deals found on 4/29

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from New Orleans to Des Moines in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 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 New Orleans-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on New Orleans-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New Orleans-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Des Moines flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 New Orleans-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 New Orleans to Des Moines

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Orleans to Des Moines

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from New Orleans to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 MSY to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans 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 abril 29, 2025.

When flying from New Orleans to Des Moines, 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 52% versus a flight at noon.

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 abril 29, 2025.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Orleans 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from New Orleans to Des Moines round-trip?

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Des Moines, with prices starting at $266. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $334 and $450, respectively. These flights start at 32% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Des Moines?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from New Orleans to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 New Orleans to Des Moines

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans 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 abril 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$255Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$256Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$275Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$332Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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