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$136+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Iowa

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 7/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — DSM
Mai 6 — Mai 131
Di 5/6
Di 5/13
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Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Iowa

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$220
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$136
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$322
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on Mai 1, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fr 5/235:14 pmMSY - DSM
1 stop23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mi 5/287:30 amDSM - MSY
1 stop22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$220
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Mi 9/32:31 pmMSY - CID
1 stop6h 51mAmerican Airlines
Sa 9/61:40 pmCID - MSY
1 stop6h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Mi 7/95:36 pmMSY - MLI
1 stop5h 10mDelta
Mo 7/145:27 pmMLI - MSY
1 stop6h 15mDelta
Deal found 5/1$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Mi 7/91:15 pmMSY - MLI
2 stops10h 21mAmerican Airlines
Mo 7/144:19 pmMLI - MSY
1 stop7h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$254
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Mi 5/215:12 amMSY - OMA
1 stop6h 41mAmerican Airlines
Sa 5/247:35 pmOMA - MSY
1 stop4h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$271
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Mi 6/47:30 amMSY - DSM
1 stop4h 05mSouthwest
Di 6/106:25 amDSM - MSY
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$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.
Fr 6/206:55 pmMSY - OMA
1 stop4h 45mSouthwest
Di 6/242:45 pmOMA - MSY
1 stop9h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$311
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Do 5/155:30 pmMSY - CID
1 stop5h 30mDelta
Sa 5/175:55 amCID - MSY
1 stop7h 28mDelta
Deal found 4/30$329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Do 5/1510:36 amMSY - MLI
1 stop4h 45mUnited Airlines
Mo 5/195:25 pmMLI - MSY
1 stop5h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Fr 6/277:00 amMSY - DSM
1 stop7h 41mUnited Airlines
Mo 6/306:02 amDSM - MSY
1 stop5h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$346
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Do 9/185:15 pmMSY - OMA
1 stop4h 55mUnited Airlines
Mo 9/226:00 amOMA - MSY
1 stop5h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$373
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sa 6/146:08 amMSY - DSM
1 stop7h 12mAmerican Airlines
Mo 6/165:32 pmDSM - MSY
1 stop6h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$409

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

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New Orleans

Fly to

Iowa

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Depart

Return

Price

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fr 5/23

5:14 pm-4:34 pm

1 stop23h 20m

Des Moines

Mi 5/28

7:30 am-5:50 am

1 stop22h 20m

$220

New OrleansMoline

MSY - MLI

MSYMLI

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mi 7/9

5:36 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Moline Quad-City

Mo 7/14

5:27 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$249

New OrleansMoline

MSY - MLI

MSYMLI

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mi 7/9

1:15 pm-11:36 pm

2 stops10h 21m

Moline Quad-City

Mo 7/14

4:19 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$254

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mi 6/4

7:30 am-11:35 am

1 stop4h 05m

Des Moines

Di 6/10

6:25 am-1:20 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$271

New OrleansOmaha

MSY - OMA

MSYOMA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mi 5/21

5:12 am-11:53 am

1 stop6h 41m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sa 5/24

7:35 pm-12:15 am

1 stop4h 40m

$271

New OrleansOmaha

MSY - OMA

MSYOMA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fr 6/20

6:55 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop4h 45m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Di 6/24

2:45 pm-12:05 am

1 stop9h 20m

$311

New OrleansMoline

MSY - MLI

MSYMLI

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Do 5/15

10:36 am-4:46 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Moline Quad-City

Sa 5/17

5:25 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$329

New OrleansCedar Rapids

MSY - CID

MSYCID

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Do 5/15

5:30 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Cedar Rapids

Sa 5/17

5:55 am-1:23 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$329

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fr 6/27

7:00 am-2:41 pm

1 stop7h 41m

Des Moines

Mo 6/30

6:02 am-11:03 am

1 stop5h 01m

$346

New OrleansCedar Rapids

MSY - CID

MSYCID

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Do 5/15

11:37 am-5:51 pm

1 stop6h 14m

Cedar Rapids

So 5/18

7:30 pm-12:15 am

1 stop4h 45m

$402

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Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Iowa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Orleans to Iowa

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from New Orleans to Iowa 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 IA?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Iowa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated Mai 1, 2025.

When flying from New Orleans to Iowa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Iowa by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Iowa 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 Iowa when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Iowa by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Iowa, 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 Iowa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Iowa. 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 Iowa. Reviews last updated Mai 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from New Orleans to Iowa 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from New Orleans to Iowa?

    Most people fly from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) if they book a flight from New Orleans to Iowa. New Orleans Louis Armstrong is conveniently located just 11.4 mi from New Orleans’s city center.

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

    $136 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and United Airlines, with prices starting from $140 and $141, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from New Orleans to Iowa?

    While some choose either New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Des Moines or New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Cedar Rapids, New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Omaha Eppley Airfield is the most popular route from New Orleans to Iowa.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans to Iowa 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 Iowa?

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

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Iowa. 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 Mai 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$186Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$232Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$255Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$332Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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