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$141+ Cheap flights from Iowa to New Orleans (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 6/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MSY
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to New Orleans

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Iowa to New Orleans flight deals. Data was last updated junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$219
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$141
(Mytrip)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$379
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
mié. 8/137:03 amCID - MSY
1 stop7h 58mAmerican Airlines
mié. 8/206:06 amMSY - CID
1 stop4h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$219
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 9/75:49 pmDSM - MSY
1 stop23h 20mMultiple Airlines
mié. 9/101:44 pmMSY - DSM
2 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$225
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 7/141:56 pmCID - MSY
2 stops16h 59mMultiple Airlines
jue. 7/178:19 pmMSY - CID
1 stop21h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$247
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
mié. 7/96:00 amCID - MSY
1 stop5h 26mDelta
mar. 7/155:41 pmMSY - CID
1 stop5h 03mDelta
Deal found 6/9$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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. 7/105:26 pmMLI - MSY
1 stop6h 16mDelta
mar. 7/155:41 pmMSY - MLI
1 stop4h 38mDelta
Deal found 6/9$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
sáb. 8/23:54 pmMLI - MSY
1 stop6h 46mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 8/97:17 amMSY - MLI
2 stops10h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$254
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
lun. 8/185:11 amOMA - MSY
1 stop5h 07mAmerican Airlines
mié. 8/206:06 amMSY - OMA
1 stop9h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$263
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 6/3011:36 amOMA - MSY
2 stops35h 51mMultiple Airlines
mié. 7/29:10 pmMSY - OMA
1 stop11h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$271
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/112:14 pmDSM - MSY
1 stop4h 39mDelta
sáb. 11/155:30 amMSY - DSM
1 stop4h 48mDelta
Deal found 6/10$284
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
vie. 10/315:35 amOMA - MSY
1 stop7h 44mDelta
jue. 11/64:20 pmMSY - OMA
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Deal found 6/11$284
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
mar. 11/117:13 amDSM - MSY
1 stop5h 13mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 11/157:32 amMSY - DSM
2 stops7h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
lun. 6/301:55 pmOMA - MSY
1 stop7h 35mUnited Airlines
mié. 7/22:18 pmMSY - OMA
1 stop5h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$297

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa 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 junio 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to New Orleans that are best for you.

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Iowa

Fly to

New Orleans

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cedar RapidsNew Orleans

CID - MSY

CIDMSY

Cedar Rapids

mié. 8/13

7:03 am-3:01 pm

1 stop7h 58m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mié. 8/20

6:06 am-10:57 am

1 stop4h 51m

$219

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

dom. 9/7

5:49 pm-5:09 pm

1 stop23h 20m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mié. 9/10

1:44 pm-4:59 pm

2 stops27h 15m

$225

Cedar RapidsNew Orleans

CID - MSY

CIDMSY

Cedar Rapids

lun. 7/14

1:56 pm-6:55 am

2 stops16h 59m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 7/17

8:19 pm-6:02 pm

1 stop21h 43m

$247

Cedar RapidsNew Orleans

CID - MSY

CIDMSY

Cedar Rapids

mié. 7/9

6:00 am-11:26 am

1 stop5h 26m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

sáb. 7/12

4:16 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$249

MolineNew Orleans

MLI - MSY

MLIMSY

Moline Quad-City

jue. 7/10

5:26 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop6h 16m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mar. 7/15

5:41 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop4h 38m

$249

MolineNew Orleans

MLI - MSY

MLIMSY

Moline Quad-City

sáb. 8/2

3:54 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop6h 46m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

sáb. 8/9

7:17 am-6:03 pm

2 stops10h 46m

$254

OmahaNew Orleans

OMA - MSY

OMAMSY

Omaha Eppley Airfield

lun. 8/18

5:11 am-10:18 am

1 stop5h 07m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mié. 8/20

6:06 am-3:11 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$263

OmahaNew Orleans

OMA - MSY

OMAMSY

Omaha Eppley Airfield

lun. 6/30

11:36 am-11:27 pm

2 stops35h 51m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mié. 7/2

9:10 pm-9:06 am

1 stop11h 56m

$271

OmahaNew Orleans

OMA - MSY

OMAMSY

Omaha Eppley Airfield

vie. 10/31

5:35 am-1:19 pm

1 stop7h 44m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 11/6

4:20 pm-11:14 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$284

OmahaNew Orleans

OMA - MSY

OMAMSY

Omaha Eppley Airfield

lun. 6/30

1:55 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop7h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mié. 7/2

2:18 pm-7:42 pm

1 stop5h 24m

$297

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to New Orleans

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Iowa to New Orleans 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 MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa to New Orleans. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.

When flying from Iowa to New Orleans, 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 New Orleans by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Orleans ranges from 3.3 - 6.4 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.4 in. October is typically the driest time to visit New Orleans when rainfall is around 3.3 in.

Temperature in New Orleans by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Orleans, 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 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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 junio 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Iowa to New Orleans. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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

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

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

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Iowa to New Orleans. It is only a 11.4 mi journey from Louis Armstrong (MSY) to New Orleans’s city center.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $184 on Southwest. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $186 and Frontier from $198 one-way.

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

    The most popular route from Iowa to New Orleans is Des Moines - New Orleans Louis Armstrong. You may also consider Cedar Rapids - New Orleans Louis Armstrong or Omaha Eppley Airfield - New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Iowa to New Orleans 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 New Orleans

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Iowa to New Orleans. 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$203Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$312Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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