$125+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to New Orleans (DSM - MSY)
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 5/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MSY
Jun 14 — Jun 211
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to New OrleansExplore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 15, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 15, 2026.
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/222:26 pm
DSM
- MSY
1 stop6h 37m
Frontier
Thu 6/259:48 pm
MSY
- DSM
1 stop15h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 5/12![Frontier logo]()
$260
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/192:16 pm
DSM
- MSY
1 stop6h 47m
Frontier
Sun 6/219:48 pm
MSY
- DSM
1 stop15h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 5/13![Frontier logo]()
$295
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Tue 6/235:20 am
DSM
- MSY
1 stop5h 55m
Southwest
Tue 6/303:55 pm
MSY
- DSM
1 stop6h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 5/11![Southwest logo]()
$311
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/102:19 pm
DSM
- MSY
1 stop6h 42m
Frontier
Sun 7/129:48 pm
MSY
- DSM
1 stop15h 46m
Frontier
Deal found 5/14![Frontier logo]()
$313
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/75:00 am
DSM
- MSY
2 stops7h 59m
American Airlines
Wed 7/154:17 pm
MSY
- DSM
1 stop7h 52m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/12![American Airlines logo]()
$316
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/85:00 am
DSM
- MSY
2 stops7h 59m
American Airlines
Wed 7/154:17 pm
MSY
- DSM
1 stop7h 52m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/12![American Airlines logo]()
$318
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/222:16 pm
DSM
- MSY
1 stop6h 54m
Frontier
Sun 5/249:55 pm
MSY
- DSM
1 stop15h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 5/13![Frontier logo]()
$325
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Sun 7/54:57 pm
DSM
- MSY
1 stop26h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/155:20 pm
MSY
- DSM
2 stops29h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$326
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/114:59 pm
DSM
- MSY
1 stop19h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 7/146:05 pm
MSY
- DSM
2 stops19h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$327
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/110:54 am
DSM
- MSY
1 stop4h 31m
Delta
Tue 8/49:05 am
MSY
- DSM
1 stop5h 05m
Delta
Deal found 5/13![Delta logo]()
$329
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/24:13 pm
DSM
- MSY
1 stop6h 47m
American Airlines
Sat 9/59:07 am
MSY
- DSM
2 stops10h 07m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/13![American Airlines logo]()
$334
Best flights from Des Moines to New OrleansDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to New Orleans that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated May 15, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to New Orleans that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated May 15, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Tue 6/235:20 am
DSM
- MSY
1 stop5h 55m
Southwest
Tue 6/303:55 pm
MSY
- DSM
1 stop6h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 5/11![Southwest logo]()
$311
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/3010:54 am
DSM
- MSY
1 stop4h 31m
Delta
Mon 8/34:28 pm
MSY
- DSM
1 stop4h 31m
Delta
Deal found 5/11![Delta logo]()
$383
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/102:25 pm
DSM
- MSY
1 stop7h 20m
Southwest
Wed 8/122:05 pm
MSY
- DSM
2 stops7h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 5/13![Southwest logo]()
$334
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/93:50 pm
DSM
- MSY
1 stop7h 25m
Southwest
Wed 8/127:20 am
MSY
- DSM
1 stop4h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 5/13![Southwest logo]()
$369
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Thu 7/305:41 am
DSM
- MSY
1 stop5h 56m
Delta
Sun 8/25:20 am
MSY
- DSM
1 stop5h 25m
Delta
Deal found 5/15![Delta logo]()
$407
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/274:40 pm
DSM
- MSY
2 stops7h 40m
Southwest
Fri 7/315:10 am
MSY
- DSM
1 stop7h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 5/14![Southwest logo]()
$382
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Wed 6/243:45 pm
DSM
- MSY
2 stops6h 55m
Southwest
Sun 6/285:55 am
MSY
- DSM
2 stops9h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 5/12![Southwest logo]()
$409
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Thu 7/304:40 pm
DSM
- MSY
2 stops7h 40m
Southwest
Mon 8/35:40 am
MSY
- DSM
1 stop5h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 5/11![Southwest logo]()
$412
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/104:40 pm
DSM
- MSY
2 stops7h 05m
Southwest
Sun 7/125:55 am
MSY
- DSM
2 stops9h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 5/14![Southwest logo]()
$417
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to New OrleansDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to New Orleans. Data last updated May 15, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to New Orleans. Data last updated May 15, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/222:16 pm
DSM
- MSY
1 stop6h 54m
Frontier
Sun 5/249:55 pm
MSY
- DSM
1 stop15h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 5/13![Frontier logo]()
$325
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/84:48 pm
DSM
- MSY
1 stop6h 40m
American Airlines
Mon 6/156:01 pm
MSY
- DSM
1 stop5h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/11![American Airlines logo]()
$347
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/192:16 pm
DSM
- MSY
1 stop6h 47m
Frontier
Sun 6/219:48 pm
MSY
- DSM
1 stop15h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 5/13![Frontier logo]()
$295
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/199:52 am
DSM
- MSY
1 stop7h 16m
American Airlines
Tue 6/2312:18 pm
MSY
- DSM
1 stop6h 04m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/13![American Airlines logo]()
$358
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Fri 6/1911:28 am
DSM
- MSY
1 stop4h 29m
Delta
Tue 6/2312:47 pm
MSY
- DSM
1 stop5h 07m
Delta
Deal found 5/15![Delta logo]()
$359
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/222:26 pm
DSM
- MSY
1 stop6h 37m
Frontier
Thu 6/259:48 pm
MSY
- DSM
1 stop15h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 5/12![Frontier logo]()
$260
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Tue 6/235:20 am
DSM
- MSY
1 stop5h 55m
Southwest
Tue 6/303:55 pm
MSY
- DSM
1 stop6h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 5/11![Southwest logo]()
$311
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/247:02 pm
DSM
- MSY
1 stop4h 26m
American Airlines
Mon 6/296:17 pm
MSY
- DSM
1 stop5h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/12![American Airlines logo]()
$329
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/276:55 am
DSM
- MSY
1 stop6h 05m
American Airlines
Sat 7/411:00 am
MSY
- DSM
2 stops9h 13m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/13![American Airlines logo]()
$352
One-way flights from Des Moines to New OrleansSearch for one-way flight options from Des Moines to New Orleans. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 15, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to New Orleans. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 15, 2026.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/292:16 pm
DSM
- MSY
1 stop6h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 5/11![Frontier logo]()
$125
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/12:16 pm
DSM
- MSY
1 stop6h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 5/11![Frontier logo]()
$135
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/711:30 am
DSM
- MSY
1 stop4h 27m
Delta
Deal found 5/13![Delta logo]()
$156
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/75:00 am
DSM
- MSY
2 stops7h 59m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/13![American Airlines logo]()
$161
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/13:57 pm
DSM
- MSY
2 stops24h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$180
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/286:41 pm
DSM
- MSY
1 stop5h 13m
Delta
Deal found 5/11![Delta logo]()
$191
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/284:41 pm
DSM
- MSY
2 stops23h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$201
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/3110:26 pm
DSM
- MSY
2 stops22h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$228
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/295:00 am
DSM
- MSY
2 stops10h 36m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/11![American Airlines logo]()
$236
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/3012:04 pm
DSM
- MSY
1 stop5h 57m
Delta
Deal found 5/12![Delta logo]()
$244
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/308:43 am
DSM
- MSY
2 stops8h 26m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/12![American Airlines logo]()
$249
Find flight deals from Des Moines to New Orleans
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to New Orleans (MSY). 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 May 15, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $260 (CheapOair) |
One-way from | $125 (Frontier) |
Popular in | May |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $464 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to New Orleans 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 May 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to New Orleans that are best for you.
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Depart
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Cheapest round-trip
Des MoinesNew Orleans
DSM - MSY
DSMMSY
Des Moines
Tue 6/23
5:20 am-11:15 am
1 stop5h 55m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 6/30
3:55 pm-10:45 pm
1 stop6h 50m
$311
Des MoinesNew Orleans
DSM - MSY
DSMMSY
Des Moines
Mon 8/10
2:25 pm-9:45 pm
1 stop7h 20m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 8/12
2:05 pm-9:55 pm
2 stops7h 50m
$334
Des MoinesNew Orleans
DSM - MSY
DSMMSY
Des Moines
Sun 8/9
3:50 pm-11:15 pm
1 stop7h 25m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 8/12
7:20 am-11:50 am
1 stop4h 30m
$369
Des MoinesNew Orleans
DSM - MSY
DSMMSY
Des Moines
Mon 7/27
4:40 pm-12:20 am
2 stops7h 40m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Fri 7/31
5:10 am-12:50 pm
1 stop7h 40m
$382
Quickest round-trip
Des MoinesNew Orleans
DSM - MSY
DSMMSY
Des Moines
Thu 7/30
10:54 am-3:25 pm
1 stop4h 31m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Mon 8/3
4:28 pm-8:59 pm
1 stop4h 31m
$383
Des MoinesNew Orleans
DSM - MSY
DSMMSY
Des Moines
Thu 7/30
5:41 am-11:37 am
1 stop5h 56m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sun 8/2
5:20 am-10:45 am
1 stop5h 25m
$407
Des MoinesNew Orleans
DSM - MSY
DSMMSY
Des Moines
Wed 6/24
3:45 pm-10:40 pm
2 stops6h 55m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sun 6/28
5:55 am-3:35 pm
2 stops9h 40m
$409
Des MoinesNew Orleans
DSM - MSY
DSMMSY
Des Moines
Thu 7/30
4:40 pm-12:20 am
2 stops7h 40m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Mon 8/3
5:40 am-11:30 am
1 stop5h 50m
$412
Des MoinesNew Orleans
DSM - MSY
DSMMSY
Des Moines
Fri 7/10
4:40 pm-11:45 pm
2 stops7h 05m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sun 7/12
5:55 am-3:35 pm
2 stops9h 40m
$417
Cheapest one-way
Des MoinesNew Orleans
DSM - MSY
DSMMSY
Des Moines
Wed 6/3
6:41 pm-11:54 pm
1 stop5h 13m
$156
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Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to New Orleans
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 Des Moines to New Orleans in May.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-New Orleans 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 Des Moines-New Orleans flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to New Orleans?
The price you pay for your flight from Des Moines to New Orleans may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 46 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to New Orleans?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to New Orleans (average of $308). Flying from Des Moines to New Orleans in May is currently the most expensive (average of $464). 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.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Des Moines to New Orleans?
How often are flights from Des Moines to New Orleans delayed?
About 33% of weekly flights between Des Moines and New Orleans have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 204 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Des Moines to New Orleans flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Orleans. 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 New Orleans. Reviews last updated May 15, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Des Moines to New Orleans by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
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| Cheapest$216 | Average$517 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
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| Cheapest$312 | Average$394 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |