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$81+ 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 2/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MSY
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to New Orleans

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 December 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Wed 12/241:55 pmOMA - MSY
1 stop7h 29mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/312:14 pmMSY - OMA
1 stop5h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Thu 12/255:45 amOMA - MSY
2 stops10h 16mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/312:14 pmMSY - OMA
1 stop5h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$274
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Tue 12/237:28 pmCID - MSY
1 stop4h 58mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/275:38 pmMSY - CID
1 stop5h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$309
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Tue 12/233:45 pmDSM - MSY
1 stop8h 14mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/262:06 pmMSY - DSM
1 stop24h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$327
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Mon 12/221:00 pmMLI - MSY
2 stops8h 41mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/17:00 amMSY - MLI
1 stop5h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$328
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Thu 12/2511:40 amOMA - MSY
1 stop9h 40mSouthwest
Wed 12/314:45 pmMSY - OMA
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$329
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Mon 12/2211:09 amMLI - MSY
1 stop7h 39mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/16:45 amMSY - MLI
1 stop8h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$334
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Wed 12/244:37 pmOMA - MSY
1 stop18h 46mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/286:55 pmMSY - OMA
1 stop13h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$335
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Tue 12/235:50 amALO - MSY
2 stops10h 47mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/277:30 amMSY - ALO
1 stop7h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Wed 12/241:55 pmOMA - MSY
1 stop7h 29mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/3011:56 amMSY - OMA
1 stop7h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$368
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Wed 12/316:00 pmOMA - MSY
1 stop4h 40mSouthwest
Fri 1/25:30 amMSY - OMA
1 stop6h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$373
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Fri 12/192:35 pmMLI - MSY
2 stops9h 51mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/225:30 amMSY - MLI
1 stop5h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$384

Find 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 December 12, 2025.

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3 stars

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$163
(Frontier)

One-way from

$81
(Kiwi.com)

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February

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$415
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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 December 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

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New Orleans

Route

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Return

Price

OmahaNew Orleans

OMA - MSY

OMAMSY

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 1/8

1:11 pm-5:16 pm

1 stop28h 05m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/15

5:44 pm-7:52 pm

1 stop26h 08m

$163

MolineNew Orleans

MLI - MSY

MLIMSY

Moline Quad-City

Mon 2/2

5:11 pm-10:02 pm

1 stop4h 51m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 2/7

3:36 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$209

MolineNew Orleans

MLI - MSY

MLIMSY

Moline Quad-City

Sat 2/7

5:20 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop6h 05m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 2/10

5:29 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$209

MolineNew Orleans

MLI - MSY

MLIMSY

Moline Quad-City

Sat 2/7

3:58 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop7h 01m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 2/10

10:25 am-10:23 pm

2 stops11h 58m

$214

MolineNew Orleans

MLI - MSY

MLIMSY

Moline Quad-City

Thu 1/8

3:45 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop6h 44m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 1/10

9:05 am-9:36 pm

2 stops12h 31m

$214

MolineNew Orleans

MLI - MSY

MLIMSY

Moline Quad-City

Mon 2/2

5:29 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop5h 00m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 2/7

6:05 am-3:09 pm

2 stops9h 04m

$214

MolineNew Orleans

MLI - MSY

MLIMSY

Moline Quad-City

Sat 1/31

10:47 am-3:18 pm

1 stop4h 31m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 2/7

6:05 am-3:09 pm

2 stops9h 04m

$214

Cedar RapidsNew Orleans

CID - MSY

CIDMSY

Cedar Rapids

Mon 2/23

7:20 pm-8:21 am

1 stop13h 01m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 2/26

7:27 pm-6:21 pm

1 stop22h 54m

$216

Cedar RapidsNew Orleans

CID - MSY

CIDMSY

Cedar Rapids

Wed 1/7

6:53 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop4h 47m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 1/10

5:34 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$217

Cedar RapidsNew Orleans

CID - MSY

CIDMSY

Cedar Rapids

Fri 1/23

3:10 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 19m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 1/26

12:40 pm-9:34 pm

2 stops8h 54m

$222

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to New Orleans (average of $185). Flying from Iowa to New Orleans in January is currently the most expensive (average of $248). 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 December 12, 2025.

When flying from Iowa to New Orleans, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 53% versus a flight in the morning.

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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.

  • How long is the flight from Iowa to New Orleans?

    A quick flight from Iowa to New Orleans can take about 4h 51m. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $209. The distance from Iowa to New Orleans is about 791 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    The most popular route from Iowa to New Orleans is Omaha Eppley Airfield - New Orleans Louis Armstrong. You may also consider Des Moines - New Orleans Louis Armstrong or Cedar Rapids - 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to New Orleans (average of $185). Flying from Iowa to New Orleans in January is currently the most expensive (average of $248). 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$236Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$277Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$302Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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