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Cheap flights from Des Moines to New Orleans from $134

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Delta Logo
10:59 am - 3:31 pm
DSM
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MSY
4h 32m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:17 pm - 10:37 pm
MSY
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DSM
5h 20m
1 stop
$249Delta
Wed, Sep 2 - Sat, Sep 5
United Airlines Logo
1:35 pm - 9:57 pm
DSM
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MSY
8h 22m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 12:18 pm
MSY
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DSM
5h 18m
1 stop
$254United Airlines
Wed, Sep 2 - Sat, Sep 5
American Airlines Logo
4:13 pm - 9:46 pm
DSM
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MSY
5h 33m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
2:02 pm - 12:35 am
MSY
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DSM
10h 33m
2 stops
$279American Airlines
Wed, Sep 2 - Sat, Sep 5
Delta Logo
10:57 am - 3:17 pm
DSM
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MSY
4h 20m
1 stop
Delta Logo
4:21 pm - 9:02 pm
MSY
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DSM
4h 41m
1 stop
$287Delta
Wed, Sep 30 - Sat, Oct 3
American Airlines Logo
6:41 am - 11:32 am
DSM
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MSY
4h 51m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
10:19 am - 7:21 pm
MSY
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DSM
9h 02m
2 stops
$292American Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Sat, Oct 3
Southwest Logo
12:30 pm - 9:50 pm
DSM
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MSY
9h 20m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:05 am - 12:10 pm
MSY
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DSM
7h 05m
1 stop
$310Southwest
Wed, Sep 30 - Sat, Oct 3
Delta Logo
11:28 am - 3:57 pm
DSM
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MSY
4h 29m
1 stop
Delta Logo
4:22 pm - 9:02 pm
MSY
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DSM
4h 40m
1 stop
$313Delta
Tue, Sep 29 - Fri, Oct 2
Southwest Logo
6:10 am - 2:05 pm
DSM
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MSY
7h 55m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
5:05 am - 12:10 pm
MSY
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DSM
7h 05m
1 stop
$315Southwest
Wed, Sep 30 - Sat, Oct 3
American Airlines Logo
6:33 am - 11:28 am
DSM
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MSY
4h 55m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
3:46 pm - 11:13 pm
MSY
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DSM
7h 27m
1 stop
$317American Airlines
Mon, Sep 7 - Thu, Sep 10
United Airlines Logo
3:20 pm - 10:41 pm
DSM
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MSY
7h 21m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 2:16 pm
MSY
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DSM
7h 16m
1 stop
$329United Airlines
Tue, Aug 11 - Thu, Aug 13

American Airlines flights from Des Moines to New Orleans

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American Airlines
Sep 2
DSM4:13 pmDes Moines
5h 33m
1 stop
MSY9:46 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sep 5
MSY2:02 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
10h 33m
2 stops
DSM12:35 amDes Moines
$279
American Airlines
Sep 30
DSM6:41 amDes Moines
4h 51m
1 stop
MSY11:32 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Oct 3
MSY10:19 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 02m
2 stops
DSM7:21 pmDes Moines
$292
American Airlines
Sep 7
DSM6:33 amDes Moines
4h 55m
1 stop
MSY11:28 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sep 10
MSY3:46 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 27m
1 stop
DSM11:13 pmDes Moines
$317

United Airlines flights from Des Moines to New Orleans

Our best United Airlines deals on Des Moines to New Orleans flight tickets
United Airlines
Sep 2
DSM1:35 pmDes Moines
8h 22m
2 stops
MSY9:57 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sep 5
MSY7:00 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 18m
1 stop
DSM12:18 pmDes Moines
$254
United Airlines
Sep 30
DSM6:15 amDes Moines
6h 58m
1 stop
MSY1:13 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Oct 3
MSY5:32 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 51m
1 stop
DSM10:23 pmDes Moines
$287
United Airlines
Aug 11
DSM3:20 pmDes Moines
7h 21m
1 stop
MSY10:41 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Aug 13
MSY7:00 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 16m
1 stop
DSM2:16 pmDes Moines
$329

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Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Wed 9/2

10:59 am-3:31 pm

1 stop4h 32m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 9/5

5:17 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$249

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Wed 9/2

1:35 pm-9:57 pm

2 stops8h 22m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 9/5

7:00 am-12:18 pm

1 stop5h 18m

$254

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Wed 9/2

4:13 pm-9:46 pm

1 stop5h 33m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 9/5

2:02 pm-12:35 am

2 stops10h 33m

$279
Quickest round-trip

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Wed 9/30

10:57 am-3:17 pm

1 stop4h 20m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 10/3

4:21 pm-9:02 pm

1 stop4h 41m

$287

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Wed 9/30

6:41 am-11:32 am

1 stop4h 51m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 10/3

10:19 am-7:21 pm

2 stops9h 02m

$292

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Wed 9/30

12:30 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop9h 20m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 10/3

5:05 am-12:10 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$310

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Tue 9/29

11:28 am-3:57 pm

1 stop4h 29m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 10/2

4:22 pm-9:02 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$313

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Wed 9/30

6:10 am-2:05 pm

2 stops7h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 10/3

5:05 am-12:10 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$315

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Mon 9/7

6:33 am-11:28 am

1 stop4h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 9/10

3:46 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop7h 27m

$317

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

Tue 8/11

3:20 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop7h 21m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 8/13

7:00 am-2:16 pm

1 stop7h 16m

$329

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Des Moines and New Orleans?

What is the cheapest month to fly to New Orleans?

The cheapest month to fly to New Orleans from Des Moines is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $318, 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 September, then departing from Des Moines during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $385.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Des Moines 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 $408 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 $296 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time

4h 29m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Des Moines to New Orleans takes 4h 29m
There are no direct flights from Des Moines to New Orleans. There are no popular flight routes from Des Moines to New Orleans.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Des Moines to New Orleans

  • 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 4h 29m, 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.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport?

  • 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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Best airlines flying from Des Moines to New Orleans

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American AirlinesPriceFrom $216Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,640 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $236Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,398 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $270Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,258 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $312Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,778 reviews
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