What airlines fly to Baton Rouge?

American Airlines, Southwest and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Baton Rouge from Des Moines according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Baton Rouge. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Baton Rouge on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Baton Rouge Ryan Airport?

Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Baton Rouge Ryan Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Baton Rouge Ryan Airport?

As of September 2025, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Des Moines Airport to Baton Rouge Ryan Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Baton Rouge Ryan Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Des Moines Airport to Baton Rouge Ryan Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Baton Rouge Ryan Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Baton Rouge Ryan Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Baton Rouge Ryan Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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2:15 pm - 7:56 pmDSM-BTR

5h 41m1 stop

6:00 am - 1:30 pmBTR-DSM

7h 30m1 stop

$249Delta

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Wed, Dec 10 - Sat, Dec 13

6:05 am - 2:55 pmDSM-BTR

8h 50m2 stops

3:40 pm - 10:30 pmBTR-DSM

6h 50m1 stop

$254Delta

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Tue, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 21

6:15 am - 1:10 pmDSM-BTR

6h 55m1 stop

4:05 pm - 10:28 pmBTR-DSM

6h 23m1 stop

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Tue, Sep 30 - Sat, Oct 4

2:58 pm - 7:23 pmDSM-BTR

4h 25m1 stop

6:50 am - 5:24 pmBTR-DSM

10h 34m2 stops

$264United Airlines

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Tue, Sep 30 - Sat, Oct 4

11:31 am - 7:23 pmDSM-BTR

7h 52m2 stops

12:10 pm - 8:11 pmBTR-DSM

8h 01m2 stops

$269United Airlines

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Tue, Sep 30 - Sat, Oct 4

2:16 pm - 8:06 pmDSM-BTR

5h 50m1 stop

5:30 am - 10:40 amBTR-DSM

5h 10m1 stop

$279American Airlines

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Sun, Nov 2 - Fri, Nov 14

2:17 pm - 7:57 pmDSM-BTR

5h 40m1 stop

6:00 am - 4:19 pmBTR-DSM

10h 19m2 stops

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2:16 pm - 8:06 pmDSM-BTR

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4:25 pm - 10:53 pmBTR-DSM

6h 28m1 stop

$309American Airlines

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1:17 pm - 8:53 pmDSM-BTR

7h 36m2 stops

5:31 am - 10:29 amBTR-DSM

4h 58m1 stop

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Wed, Dec 10 - Sat, Dec 13

5:00 am - 9:50 amDSM-BTR

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10h 02m2 stops

$363American Airlines

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United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Baton Rouge

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United Airlines

Sep 30

DSM6:15 amDes Moines

6h 55m

1 stop

BTR1:10 pmBaton Rouge Ryan

Oct 4

BTR4:05 pmBaton Rouge Ryan

6h 23m

1 stop

DSM10:28 pmDes Moines

$259

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United Airlines

Sep 30

DSM2:58 pmDes Moines

4h 25m

1 stop

BTR7:23 pmBaton Rouge Ryan

Oct 4

BTR6:50 amBaton Rouge Ryan

10h 34m

2 stops

DSM5:24 pmDes Moines

$264

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United Airlines

Sep 30

DSM11:31 amDes Moines

7h 52m

2 stops

BTR7:23 pmBaton Rouge Ryan

Oct 4

BTR12:10 pmBaton Rouge Ryan

8h 01m

2 stops

DSM8:11 pmDes Moines

$269

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American Airlines

Nov 2

DSM2:16 pmDes Moines

5h 50m

1 stop

BTR8:06 pmBaton Rouge Ryan

Nov 14

BTR5:30 amBaton Rouge Ryan

5h 10m

1 stop

DSM10:40 amDes Moines

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American Airlines

Nov 2

DSM2:16 pmDes Moines

5h 50m

1 stop

BTR8:06 pmBaton Rouge Ryan

Nov 25

BTR4:25 pmBaton Rouge Ryan

6h 28m

1 stop

DSM10:53 pmDes Moines

$309

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Dec 10

DSM1:17 pmDes Moines

7h 36m

2 stops

BTR8:53 pmBaton Rouge Ryan

Dec 13

BTR5:31 amBaton Rouge Ryan

4h 58m

1 stop

DSM10:29 amDes Moines

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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

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DSM - BTR

DSMBTR

Des Moines

Tue 10/14

6:05 am-2:55 pm

2 stops8h 50m

Baton Rouge Ryan

Tue 10/21

3:40 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$254

Des MoinesBaton Rouge

DSM - BTR

DSMBTR

Des Moines

Tue 9/30

6:15 am-1:10 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Baton Rouge Ryan

Sat 10/4

4:05 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop6h 23m

$259

Des MoinesBaton Rouge

DSM - BTR

DSMBTR

Des Moines

Tue 9/30

2:58 pm-7:23 pm

1 stop4h 25m

Baton Rouge Ryan

Sat 10/4

6:50 am-5:24 pm

2 stops10h 34m

$264

Des MoinesBaton Rouge

DSM - BTR

DSMBTR

Des Moines

Tue 9/30

11:31 am-7:23 pm

2 stops7h 52m

Baton Rouge Ryan

Sat 10/4

12:10 pm-8:11 pm

2 stops8h 01m

$269

Des MoinesBaton Rouge

DSM - BTR

DSMBTR

Des Moines

Sun 11/2

2:16 pm-8:06 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Baton Rouge Ryan

Fri 11/14

5:30 am-10:40 am

1 stop5h 10m

$279

Des MoinesBaton Rouge

DSM - BTR

DSMBTR

Des Moines

Thu 11/20

2:17 pm-7:57 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Baton Rouge Ryan

Mon 11/24

6:00 am-4:19 pm

2 stops10h 19m

$284

Des MoinesBaton Rouge

DSM - BTR

DSMBTR

Des Moines

Sun 11/2

2:16 pm-8:06 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Baton Rouge Ryan

Tue 11/25

4:25 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$309

Des MoinesBaton Rouge

DSM - BTR

DSMBTR

Des Moines

Wed 12/10

1:17 pm-8:53 pm

2 stops7h 36m

Baton Rouge Ryan

Sat 12/13

5:31 am-10:29 am

1 stop4h 58m

$324

Des MoinesBaton Rouge

DSM - BTR

DSMBTR

Des Moines

Sun 11/2

5:00 am-9:50 am

1 stop4h 50m

Baton Rouge Ryan

Fri 11/14

5:30 am-3:32 pm

2 stops10h 02m

$363

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Baton Rouge?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Baton Rouge. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $248. If you’re not able to fly to Baton Rouge in January, then April is your next best option. Flight prices from Des Moines to Baton Rouge during April average around $263.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Baton Rouge?

The cheapest day to depart from Des Moines to Baton Rouge is on a Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Baton Rouge on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $248. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Tuesday because tickets tend to average around $411. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Baton Rouge.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Baton Rouge?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Baton Rouge is in the afternoon. Flights from Des Moines to Baton Rouge during this time can be as low as $306. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Baton Rouge is in the morning when prices are around $406.

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How far is Des Moines to Baton Rouge Ryan by plane?
A flight from Des Moines to Baton Rouge Ryan will travel around 780.4 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 4h 25m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Baton Rouge Ryan Airport?
Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Baton Rouge Ryan Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Baton Rouge Ryan Airport?
As of September 2025, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Des Moines Airport to Baton Rouge Ryan Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Baton Rouge Ryan Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Des Moines Airport to Baton Rouge Ryan Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Baton Rouge Ryan Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Baton Rouge Ryan Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Baton Rouge Ryan Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from Des Moines to Baton Rouge?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Des Moines to Baton Rouge is American Airlines (100% of total bookings).

Best airlines flying from Des Moines to Baton Rouge

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American Airlines	PriceFrom $248	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews		Search American Airlines flights

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