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$126+ Cheap flights from Iowa to Louisiana

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 12/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MSY
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Louisiana

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Iowa to Louisiana flight deals. Data was last updated September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$149
(Frontier)

One-way from

$126
(Delta)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$371
From Iowa to Louisiana
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to Louisiana
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Louisiana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/118:59 pmOMA - MSY
1 stop16h 17mFrontier
Fri 10/176:27 pmMSY - OMA
1 stop25h 37mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$149
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/302:32 pmDSM - MSY
1 stop28h 28mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/66:15 amMSY - DSM
1 stop13h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$228
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/55:57 pmCID - MSY
1 stop28h 08mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/85:10 amMSY - CID
1 stop11h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$235
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/102:15 pmDSM - BTR
1 stop7h 37mDelta
Sat 12/137:39 amBTR - DSM
1 stop5h 51mDelta
Deal found 9/17$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/41:28 pmCID - MSY
1 stop7h 38mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/83:35 pmMSY - CID
1 stop7h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/295:00 pmMLI - MSY
1 stop6h 04mDelta
Tue 11/44:52 pmMSY - MLI
1 stop5h 28mDelta
Deal found 9/16$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/305:29 pmCID - MSY
1 stop5h 46mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/66:39 pmMSY - CID
1 stop5h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$250
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/146:05 amDSM - BTR
2 stops8h 50mDelta
Tue 10/213:40 pmBTR - DSM
1 stop6h 50mDelta
Deal found 9/15$254
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 10/296:32 pmMLI - MSY
1 stop4h 47mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/410:19 amMSY - MLI
2 stops9h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$254
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/48:47 pmOMA - MSY
1 stop17h 48mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/74:17 pmMSY - OMA
2 stops18h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Thu 10/24:04 pmDSM - BTR
1 stop6h 40mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/66:21 pmBTR - DSM
1 stop4h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sat 11/812:31 pmCID - MSY
2 stops10h 31mDelta
Sat 11/156:22 amMSY - CID
2 stops9h 20mDelta
Deal found 9/14$259

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa to Louisiana 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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Louisiana that are best for you.

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Iowa

Fly to

Louisiana

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cedar RapidsNew Orleans

CID - MSY

CIDMSY

Cedar Rapids

Fri 12/5

5:57 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop28h 08m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 12/8

5:10 am-5:07 pm

1 stop11h 57m

$235

Des MoinesBaton Rouge

DSM - BTR

DSMBTR

Des Moines

Wed 12/10

2:15 pm-7:56 pm

1 stop5h 41m

Baton Rouge Ryan

Sat 12/13

6:00 am-1:30 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$249

Cedar RapidsNew Orleans

CID - MSY

CIDMSY

Cedar Rapids

Thu 12/4

4:16 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop6h 57m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 12/9

6:21 am-10:56 am

1 stop4h 35m

$249

Des MoinesBaton Rouge

DSM - BTR

DSMBTR

Des Moines

Tue 10/14

2:13 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop7h 34m

Baton Rouge Ryan

Tue 10/21

3:40 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$249

Cedar RapidsNew Orleans

CID - MSY

CIDMSY

Cedar Rapids

Wed 12/3

5:50 am-12:02 pm

1 stop6h 12m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 12/10

4:37 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$249

MolineNew Orleans

MLI - MSY

MLIMSY

Moline Quad-City

Wed 10/29

5:00 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop6h 04m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 11/4

5:52 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop4h 28m

$249

MolineNew Orleans

MLI - MSY

MLIMSY

Moline Quad-City

Fri 12/5

5:08 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop6h 27m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 12/8

5:38 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$249

Cedar RapidsNew Orleans

CID - MSY

CIDMSY

Cedar Rapids

Wed 10/29

5:29 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop5h 46m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 11/4

6:30 am-4:28 pm

2 stops9h 58m

$254

Cedar RapidsNew Orleans

CID - MSY

CIDMSY

Cedar Rapids

Fri 12/5

3:50 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop7h 23m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 12/13

1:02 pm-11:29 pm

2 stops10h 27m

$254

MolineNew Orleans

MLI - MSY

MLIMSY

Moline Quad-City

Wed 10/29

5:06 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop6h 09m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 11/4

10:19 am-7:45 pm

2 stops9h 26m

$254

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Louisiana

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Iowa to Louisiana

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Louisiana (average of $256). Flying from Iowa to Louisiana in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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 IA to LA?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa to Louisiana. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Louisiana

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Louisiana. 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 Louisiana. Reviews last updated September 17, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Iowa to Louisiana to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Iowa to Louisiana. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Iowa to Louisiana?

    There are many flights that can get you from Iowa to Louisiana in 5h 41m. Fly via Delta, American Airlines, or Frontier to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 773 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $126. United Airlines flights start at $149 while deals on American Airlines start at $149 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Iowa to Louisiana?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Iowa to Louisiana 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 Iowa to Louisiana?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Louisiana (average of $256). Flying from Iowa to Louisiana in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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 Iowa to Louisiana

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Iowa to Louisiana. 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$216Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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