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$113+ 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 8/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — DSM
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
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 July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$208
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$113
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$354
From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Des Moines
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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 July 30, 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 9/25:03 pmMSY - DSM
1 stop5h 40mDelta
Mon 9/86:30 pmDSM - MSY
1 stop4h 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 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
Wed 9/101:10 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

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans 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 July 30, 2025.
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 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

3:06 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop7h 37m

Des Moines

Wed 9/10

11:23 am-5:53 pm

1 stop6h 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

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 9/3

10:15 am-9:45 pm

2 stops11h 30m

Des Moines

Mon 9/8

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

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 8/21

8:21 pm-8:41 pm

2 stops24h 20m

$113

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 9/21

6:25 am-10:40 am

1 stop4h 15m

$119

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 8/24

5:15 am-2:10 pm

2 stops8h 55m

$124

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 10/18

12:50 pm-8:11 pm

2 stops7h 21m

$146

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 8/14

6:01 pm-6:48 pm

1 stop24h 47m

$149

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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 $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 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 July 30, 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.

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 July 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from New Orleans 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
4,241 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
7,980 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
8,896 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
3,237 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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 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 Delta is currently your cheapest option to Des Moines, with prices starting at $237. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $242 and $312, respectively. These flights start at 43% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $119 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from $124 and $146, respectively.

  • 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 $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 New Orleans to Des Moines

Discover the top 3 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 July 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$118Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$332Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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