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Cheap flights from Des Moines to New Orleans from $159

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1:37 pm - 7:54 pmDSM-MSY
6h 17m1 stop
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2:12 pm - 2:25 pmMSY-DSM
24h 13m1 stop
$221Multiple Airlines
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Mon, Nov 17 - Fri, Nov 21
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3:53 pm - 10:20 amDSM-MSY
18h 27m1 stop
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5:59 pm - 10:17 pmMSY-DSM
28h 18m1 stop
$225Multiple Airlines
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Sun, Jan 11 - Thu, Jan 15
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1:03 pm - 7:52 pmDSM-MSY
6h 49m1 stop
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11:31 am - 5:08 pmMSY-DSM
5h 37m1 stop
$289Delta
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Sat, Jan 17 - Sat, Jan 24
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11:42 am - 9:07 pmDSM-MSY
9h 25m2 stops
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11:46 am - 4:24 pmMSY-DSM
4h 38m1 stop
$294American Airlines
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Sat, Jan 17 - Sat, Jan 24
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1:03 pm - 7:52 pmDSM-MSY
6h 49m1 stop
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6:02 am - 12:17 pmMSY-DSM
6h 15m1 stop
$299Delta
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Sat, Jan 17 - Sat, Jan 24
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3:04 pm - 8:06 pmDSM-MSY
5h 02m1 stop
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11:50 am - 9:50 pmMSY-DSM
10h 00m2 stops
$304United Airlines
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Sat, Jan 17 - Sat, Jan 24
American Airlines Logo
11:42 am - 9:07 pmDSM-MSY
9h 25m2 stops
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6:23 am - 4:24 pmMSY-DSM
10h 01m2 stops
$309American Airlines
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Sat, Jan 17 - Sat, Jan 24
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6:45 am - 2:45 pmDSM-MSY
8h 00m2 stops
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4:20 pm - 10:15 pmMSY-DSM
5h 55m2 stops
$344Southwest
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Sat, Jan 10 - Thu, Jan 15
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1:05 pm - 11:10 pmDSM-MSY
10h 05m1 stop
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5:30 pm - 9:35 pmMSY-DSM
4h 05m1 stop
$346Southwest
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Wed, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 3
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6:00 am - 1:08 pmDSM-MSY
7h 08m1 stop
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2:30 pm - 9:40 pmMSY-DSM
7h 10m1 stop
$367United Airlines
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Thu, Dec 25 - Wed, Dec 31

Southwest flights from Des Moines to New Orleans

Our best Southwest deals on Des Moines to New Orleans flight tickets
Southwest
Jan 10
DSM6:45 amDes Moines
8h 00m
2 stops
MSY2:45 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Jan 15
MSY4:20 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 55m
2 stops
DSM10:15 pmDes Moines
$344
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Southwest
Nov 26
DSM1:05 pmDes Moines
10h 05m
1 stop
MSY11:10 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Dec 3
MSY5:30 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 05m
1 stop
DSM9:35 pmDes Moines
$346
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Southwest
Jan 9
DSM6:10 amDes Moines
3h 55m
1 stop
MSY10:05 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Jan 12
MSY2:25 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 45m
2 stops
DSM9:10 pmDes Moines
$355
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Delta flights from Des Moines to New Orleans

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Delta
Jan 17
DSM1:03 pmDes Moines
6h 49m
1 stop
MSY7:52 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Jan 24
MSY11:31 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 37m
1 stop
DSM5:08 pmDes Moines
$289
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Delta
Jan 17
DSM1:03 pmDes Moines
6h 49m
1 stop
MSY7:52 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Jan 24
MSY6:02 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 15m
1 stop
DSM12:17 pmDes Moines
$299
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Delta
Dec 8
DSM5:34 amDes Moines
5h 24m
1 stop
MSY10:58 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Dec 12
MSY5:15 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 23m
1 stop
DSM10:38 amDes Moines
$350
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Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Mon 11/17

1:37 pm-7:54 pm

1 stop6h 17m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 11/21

2:12 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop24h 13m

$221

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Sun 1/11

3:53 pm-10:20 am

1 stop18h 27m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/15

5:59 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop28h 18m

$225

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Sat 1/17

1:03 pm-7:52 pm

1 stop6h 49m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 1/24

11:31 am-5:08 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$289

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Sat 1/17

11:42 am-9:07 pm

2 stops9h 25m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 1/24

11:46 am-4:24 pm

1 stop4h 38m

$294

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Sat 1/17

1:03 pm-7:52 pm

1 stop6h 49m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 1/24

6:02 am-12:17 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$299

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Sat 1/17

3:04 pm-8:06 pm

1 stop5h 02m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 1/24

11:50 am-9:50 pm

2 stops10h 00m

$304

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Sat 1/17

11:42 am-9:07 pm

2 stops9h 25m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 1/24

6:23 am-4:24 pm

2 stops10h 01m

$309

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Sat 1/10

6:45 am-2:45 pm

2 stops8h 00m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/15

4:20 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops5h 55m

$344

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Wed 11/26

1:05 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop10h 05m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 12/3

5:30 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop4h 05m

$346

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Thu 12/25

6:00 am-1:08 pm

1 stop7h 08m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 12/31

2:30 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$367

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New Orleans?

The cheapest month to fly to New Orleans from Des Moines is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around $361, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit New Orleans during the month of November, then departing from Des Moines during the month August is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $366.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New Orleans?

The cheapest day to depart from Des Moines to New Orleans is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $310. When flying out on a Thursday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Des Moines to New Orleans for around $443.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to New Orleans?

The cheapest time of day to fly to New Orleans is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $194. At noon is when there is more demand to fly to New Orleans, so prices are often more expensive at around $442 per ticket.

How far in advance should I book a flight to New Orleans?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New Orleans from Des Moines when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New Orleans for around $423 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New Orleans from Des Moines for as low as $320 on momondo.

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  • How far is Des Moines to New Orleans Louis Armstrong by plane?

    Des Moines and New Orleans Louis Armstrong are 827.3 mi apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 3h 55m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport?

    Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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American AirlinesPriceFrom $236Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,035 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $236Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,998 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $278Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,243 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $331Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,998 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From Des Moines to New Orleans

    Across 2 Southwest flights from Des Moines to New Orleans this week, the average price was $406, with the best Southwest deals starting from $278 round-trip. 4,243 users have rated Southwest on momondo, with an average score of 8.0/10.

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