$145+ Cheap flights from New Orleans to Des Moines (MSY - DSM)
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MSY — DSM
abr. 12 — abr. 191
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Des MoinesExplore 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 marzo 13, 2026.
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 marzo 13, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 5/145:15 am
MSY
- DSM
1 stop10h 00m
Multiple Airlines
dom. 5/177:45 am
DSM
- MSY
1 stop25h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$272
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 5/75:15 am
MSY
- DSM
1 stop10h 00m
Multiple Airlines
dom. 5/107:45 am
DSM
- MSY
1 stop25h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$282
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
mar. 4/77:00 am
MSY
- DSM
1 stop5h 29m
United Airlines
mar. 4/146:20 am
DSM
- MSY
1 stop5h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/11![United Airlines logo]()
$291
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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. 4/76:25 am
MSY
- DSM
2 stops7h 40m
Southwest
mar. 4/143:15 pm
DSM
- MSY
1 stop7h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 3/11![Southwest logo]()
$296
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 3/257:10 pm
MSY
- DSM
1 stop18h 19m
Multiple Airlines
dom. 3/292:49 pm
DSM
- MSY
1 stop25h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$298
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 5/75:15 am
MSY
- DSM
1 stop10h 00m
Multiple Airlines
sáb. 5/911:00 am
DSM
- MSY
2 stops23h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$304
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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. 5/125:35 pm
MSY
- DSM
1 stop4h 35m
Southwest
sáb. 5/165:35 am
DSM
- MSY
1 stop6h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 3/12![Southwest logo]()
$306
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
jue. 4/94:25 pm
MSY
- DSM
1 stop4h 45m
Delta
mar. 4/142:44 pm
DSM
- MSY
1 stop7h 22m
Delta
Deal found 3/9![Delta logo]()
$309
Best flights from New Orleans to Des MoinesDiscover carefully curated flight deals from New Orleans to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated marzo 13, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from New Orleans to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated marzo 13, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
mar. 4/77:00 am
MSY
- DSM
1 stop5h 29m
United Airlines
mar. 4/146:20 am
DSM
- MSY
1 stop5h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/11![United Airlines logo]()
$291
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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. 4/76:25 am
MSY
- DSM
2 stops7h 40m
Southwest
mar. 4/146:55 am
DSM
- MSY
2 stops9h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 3/11![Southwest logo]()
$301
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
jue. 8/135:30 am
MSY
- DSM
1 stop4h 44m
Delta
dom. 8/165:45 am
DSM
- MSY
1 stop4h 32m
Delta
Deal found 3/9![Delta logo]()
$387
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
jue. 5/76:05 pm
MSY
- DSM
1 stop5h 00m
Southwest
sáb. 5/96:40 am
DSM
- MSY
2 stops8h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 3/12![Southwest logo]()
$332
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
vie. 4/102:26 pm
MSY
- DSM
1 stop7h 06m
United Airlines
sáb. 4/188:20 am
DSM
- MSY
1 stop4h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/11![United Airlines logo]()
$367
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
vie. 5/12:05 pm
MSY
- DSM
2 stops9h 00m
Southwest
mar. 5/53:15 pm
DSM
- MSY
2 stops6h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 3/10![Southwest logo]()
$349
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
jue. 4/95:35 pm
MSY
- DSM
1 stop5h 42m
United Airlines
lun. 4/133:21 pm
DSM
- MSY
2 stops8h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/12![United Airlines logo]()
$396
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
sáb. 4/115:50 am
MSY
- DSM
1 stop7h 40m
Southwest
vie. 4/174:20 pm
DSM
- MSY
2 stops7h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 3/10![Southwest logo]()
$362
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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. 6/163:55 pm
MSY
- DSM
1 stop6h 50m
Southwest
mar. 6/235:20 am
DSM
- MSY
1 stop5h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 3/9![Southwest logo]()
$387
Last-minute flights from New Orleans to Des MoinesDiscover last-minute flight deals from New Orleans to Des Moines. Data last updated marzo 13, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from New Orleans to Des Moines. Data last updated marzo 13, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 3/257:10 pm
MSY
- DSM
1 stop18h 19m
Multiple Airlines
dom. 3/292:49 pm
DSM
- MSY
1 stop25h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$298
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
mar. 4/77:00 am
MSY
- DSM
1 stop5h 29m
United Airlines
mar. 4/146:20 am
DSM
- MSY
1 stop5h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/11![United Airlines logo]()
$291
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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. 4/76:25 am
MSY
- DSM
2 stops7h 40m
Southwest
mar. 4/143:15 pm
DSM
- MSY
1 stop7h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 3/11![Southwest logo]()
$296
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
jue. 4/94:25 pm
MSY
- DSM
1 stop4h 45m
Delta
mar. 4/142:44 pm
DSM
- MSY
1 stop7h 22m
Delta
Deal found 3/9![Delta logo]()
$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
jue. 4/99:15 am
MSY
- DSM
2 stops7h 16m
American Airlines
mar. 4/143:20 pm
DSM
- MSY
1 stop6h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/9![American Airlines logo]()
$314
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
sáb. 4/115:30 am
MSY
- DSM
1 stop5h 40m
American Airlines
vie. 4/172:16 pm
DSM
- MSY
1 stop6h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/10![American Airlines logo]()
$357
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
sáb. 4/115:50 am
MSY
- DSM
1 stop7h 40m
Southwest
vie. 4/174:20 pm
DSM
- MSY
2 stops7h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 3/10![Southwest logo]()
$362
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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. 4/227:00 am
MSY
- DSM
1 stop5h 29m
United Airlines
vie. 4/243:21 pm
DSM
- MSY
2 stops8h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/12![United Airlines logo]()
$354
One-way flights from New Orleans to Des MoinesSearch for one-way flight options from New Orleans to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated marzo 13, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from New Orleans to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated marzo 13, 2026.
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
jue. 4/23:24 pm
MSY
- DSM
1 stop27h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 3/13![Frontier logo]()
$145
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
sáb. 4/115:35 am
MSY
- DSM
1 stop5h 13m
Delta
Deal found 3/9![Delta logo]()
$164
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
sáb. 4/115:19 am
MSY
- DSM
2 stops8h 27m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/9![American Airlines logo]()
$169
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 4/211:34 am
MSY
- DSM
2 stops31h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$173
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
lun. 6/83:43 pm
MSY
- DSM
1 stop6h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/10![United Airlines logo]()
$174
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 6/228:48 pm
MSY
- DSM
1 stop18h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$181
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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. 6/245:35 pm
MSY
- DSM
1 stop5h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/8![United Airlines logo]()
$194
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
mié. 6/246:10 am
MSY
- DSM
2 stops8h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 3/8![Southwest logo]()
$199
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
lun. 6/82:30 pm
MSY
- DSM
2 stops8h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/10![Southwest logo]()
$219
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
lun. 6/225:10 am
MSY
- DSM
1 stop7h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 3/10![Southwest logo]()
$224
Find 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 marzo 13, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $272 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $145 (Mytrip) |
Popular in | January |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $498 |
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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 marzo 13, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Des Moines that are best for you.
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Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
New OrleansDes Moines
MSY - DSM
MSYDSM
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
mar. 4/7
7:00 am-12:29 pm
1 stop5h 29m
Des Moines
mar. 4/14
6:20 am-11:30 am
1 stop5h 10m
$291
New OrleansDes Moines
MSY - DSM
MSYDSM
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
mar. 4/7
6:25 am-2:05 pm
2 stops7h 40m
Des Moines
mar. 4/14
6:55 am-4:40 pm
2 stops9h 45m
$301
New OrleansDes Moines
MSY - DSM
MSYDSM
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
jue. 5/7
6:05 pm-11:05 pm
1 stop5h 00m
Des Moines
sáb. 5/9
6:40 am-3:25 pm
2 stops8h 45m
$332
New OrleansDes Moines
MSY - DSM
MSYDSM
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
vie. 5/1
2:05 pm-11:05 pm
2 stops9h 00m
Des Moines
mar. 5/5
3:15 pm-9:50 pm
2 stops6h 35m
$349
New OrleansDes Moines
MSY - DSM
MSYDSM
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
sáb. 4/11
5:50 am-1:30 pm
1 stop7h 40m
Des Moines
vie. 4/17
4:20 pm-11:35 pm
2 stops7h 15m
$362
New OrleansDes Moines
MSY - DSM
MSYDSM
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
vie. 4/10
2:26 pm-9:32 pm
1 stop7h 06m
Des Moines
sáb. 4/18
8:20 am-1:12 pm
1 stop4h 52m
$367
Quickest round-trip
New OrleansDes Moines
MSY - DSM
MSYDSM
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
jue. 8/13
5:30 am-10:14 am
1 stop4h 44m
Des Moines
dom. 8/16
5:45 am-10:17 am
1 stop4h 32m
$387
New OrleansDes Moines
MSY - DSM
MSYDSM
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
mar. 6/16
3:55 pm-10:45 pm
1 stop6h 50m
Des Moines
mar. 6/23
5:20 am-11:15 am
1 stop5h 55m
$387
New OrleansDes Moines
MSY - DSM
MSYDSM
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
jue. 4/9
5:35 pm-11:17 pm
1 stop5h 42m
Des Moines
lun. 4/13
3:21 pm-11:29 pm
2 stops8h 08m
$396
Cheapest one-way
New OrleansDes Moines
MSY - DSM
MSYDSM
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
jue. 4/2
3:24 pm-7:14 pm
1 stop27h 50m
$145
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Compare providers for flights from New Orleans to Des Moines
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
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 March.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- 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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Des Moines from New Orleans with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights
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What’s the top layover airport for flights from New Orleans to Des Moines?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from New Orleans to Des Moines chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
St. Louis (STL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 60% of 1-stop itineraries from New Orleans to Des Moines on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from New Orleans to Des Moines?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from New Orleans to Des Moines, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
St. Louis (STL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $312.
What’s the fastest layover option from New Orleans to Des Moines?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from New Orleans to Des Moines, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via St. Louis (STL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 3h 57m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from New Orleans to Des Moines?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from New Orleans to Des Moines, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via St. Louis (STL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 13m.
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 marzo 13, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Delta, andAmerican 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.
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Mar 2026
KOA - HNL
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Mar 2026
KOA - HNL
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Mar 2026
KOA - HNL
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Mar 2026
KOA - HNL
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