What is the cheapest airline that flies from Iowa to Louisiana?

Frontier, Delta, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Iowa to Louisiana

What airlines fly to Louisiana?

American Airlines, Delta and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Louisiana from Iowa according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 58% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Louisiana. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Louisiana on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long is the flight from Iowa to Louisiana?

On average, it takes 4h 25m to fly from Iowa to Louisiana if you fly out of Des Moines (the most popular airport in Iowa) and into New Orleans (the most popular airport in Louisiana). If you’re flying out of Cedar Rapids and into New Orleans, then the flight time is around 5h 15m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Iowa to Louisiana?

Prices for flights from Iowa to Louisiana are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Iowa to Louisiana?

As of July 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Iowa to Louisiana.

How old do you have to be to fly from Iowa to Louisiana?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Iowa to Louisiana.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Louisiana?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Louisiana 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 Louisiana. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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3:49 pm - 10:45 pmDSM-BTR

6h 56m1 stop

4:31 pm - 11:13 pmBTR-DSM

6h 42m1 stop

$223American Airlines

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sáb., ago. 30 - vie., sep. 5

3:49 pm - 10:45 pmDSM-BTR

6h 56m1 stop

8:13 am - 6:29 pmBTR-DSM

10h 16m2 stops

$228American Airlines

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sáb., ago. 30 - vie., sep. 5

6:30 pm - 11:29 pmDSM-MSY

4h 59m1 stop

5:25 am - 10:40 amMSY-DSM

5h 15m1 stop

$237Delta

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vie., sep. 19 - dom., sep. 21

2:22 pm - 7:55 amDSM-MSY

17h 33m2 stops

8:19 pm - 1:32 pmMSY-DSM

17h 13m2 stops

$239

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lun., sep. 22 - jue., sep. 25

5:12 pm - 10:13 pmDSM-BTR

5h 01m1 stop

10:20 am - 4:29 pmBTR-DSM

6h 09m1 stop

$249Delta

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mar., sep. 2 - sáb., sep. 6

10:51 am - 6:53 pmDSM-MSY

8h 02m1 stop

8:22 pm - 9:45 pmMSY-DSM

25h 23m2 stops

$252

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jue., oct. 9 - mar., oct. 14

6:00 am - 11:18 amOMA-BTR

5h 18m1 stop

5:07 am - 2:21 pmBTR-OMA

9h 14m2 stops

$254United Airlines

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lun., nov. 10 - jue., nov. 20

4:51 pm - 9:42 pmOMA-MSY

4h 51m1 stop

11:57 am - 8:01 pmMSY-OMA

8h 04m2 stops

$257United Airlines

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jue., sep. 11 - sáb., sep. 13

3:25 pm - 10:30 pmDSM-MSY

7h 05m1 stop

5:50 am - 11:05 amMSY-DSM

5h 15m1 stop

$259Southwest

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mié., sep. 10 - lun., sep. 15

8:25 am - 2:45 pmDSM-MSY

6h 20m2 stops

5:50 am - 11:05 amMSY-DSM

5h 15m1 stop

$264Southwest

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mié., sep. 10 - lun., sep. 15

United Airlines flights from Iowa to Louisiana

Our best United Airlines deals on Iowa to Louisiana flight tickets

United Airlines

Nov 10

OMA6:00 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

5h 18m

1 stop

BTR11:18 amBaton Rouge Ryan

Nov 20

BTR5:07 amBaton Rouge Ryan

9h 14m

2 stops

OMA2:21 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$254

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United Airlines

Sep 11

OMA4:51 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

4h 51m

1 stop

MSY9:42 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sep 13

MSY11:57 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

8h 04m

2 stops

OMA8:01 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$257

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United Airlines

Nov 19

MLI5:20 pmMoline Quad-City

5h 06m

1 stop

MSY10:26 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

Nov 22

MSY7:00 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

4h 50m

1 stop

MLI11:50 amMoline Quad-City

$263

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Frontier flights from Iowa to Louisiana

Our best Frontier deals on Iowa to Louisiana flight tickets

Frontier

Nov 9

CID8:16 pmCedar Rapids

22h 37m

1 stop

MSY6:53 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

Nov 13

MSY7:38 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

23h 53m

1 stop

CID7:31 pmCedar Rapids

$255

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Frontier

Oct 26

CID8:16 pmCedar Rapids

22h 37m

1 stop

MSY6:53 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

Oct 30

MSY7:38 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

23h 53m

1 stop

CID7:31 pmCedar Rapids

$305

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Price

Des MoinesBaton Rouge

DSM - BTR

DSMBTR

Des Moines

sáb. 8/30

3:49 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop6h 56m

Baton Rouge Ryan

vie. 9/5

4:31 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$223

Des MoinesBaton Rouge

DSM - BTR

DSMBTR

Des Moines

sáb. 8/30

3:49 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop6h 56m

Baton Rouge Ryan

vie. 9/5

8:13 am-6:29 pm

2 stops10h 16m

$228

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

vie. 9/19

6:30 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop4h 59m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

dom. 9/21

5:25 am-10:40 am

1 stop5h 15m

$237

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

lun. 9/22

2:22 pm-7:55 am

2 stops17h 33m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 9/25

8:19 pm-1:32 pm

2 stops17h 13m

$239

Des MoinesBaton Rouge

DSM - BTR

DSMBTR

Des Moines

mar. 9/2

5:12 pm-10:13 pm

1 stop5h 01m

Baton Rouge Ryan

sáb. 9/6

10:20 am-4:29 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$249

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

jue. 10/9

10:51 am-6:53 pm

1 stop8h 02m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mar. 10/14

8:22 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops25h 23m

$252

OmahaBaton Rouge

OMA - BTR

OMABTR

Omaha Eppley Airfield

lun. 11/10

6:00 am-11:18 am

1 stop5h 18m

Baton Rouge Ryan

jue. 11/20

5:07 am-2:21 pm

2 stops9h 14m

$254

OmahaNew Orleans

OMA - MSY

OMAMSY

Omaha Eppley Airfield

jue. 9/11

4:51 pm-9:42 pm

1 stop4h 51m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

sáb. 9/13

11:57 am-8:01 pm

2 stops8h 04m

$257

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

mié. 9/10

3:25 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 05m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

lun. 9/15

5:50 am-11:05 am

1 stop5h 15m

$259

Des MoinesNew Orleans

DSM - MSY

DSMMSY

Des Moines

mié. 9/10

8:25 am-2:45 pm

2 stops6h 20m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

lun. 9/15

5:50 am-11:05 am

1 stop5h 15m

$264

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Iowa to Louisiana

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Louisiana?

In general, August is the cheapest month to fly from Iowa to Louisiana. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $331. The month of September is another great option to travel to Louisiana, with average flight prices from Iowa averaging around $357.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Louisiana?

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Louisiana from Iowa. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $310. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Thursday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Louisiana on Thursday is $443.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to Louisiana is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $194. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Louisiana is at noon when prices are around $442.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Louisiana?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Louisiana from Iowa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Louisiana for around $417 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Louisiana from Iowa for as low as $342 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Iowa to Louisiana flights?

You could potentially save up to 77% on your flight if you consider stops on a Iowa to Louisiana flight.

Cheap Iowa to Louisiana flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found	$104
Fastest flight time	3h 50m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Louisiana	3 airports

The best one-way flight to Louisiana from Iowa in the past 72 hours is $104. The best round-trip flight deal from Iowa to Louisiana found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $223.

The fastest flight from Iowa to Louisiana takes 3h 50m

There are no direct flights from Iowa to Louisiana. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Cedar Rapids Airport - New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport, Omaha Eppley Airfield Airport - New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport and Des Moines Airport - New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport.

There are 3 airports near Louisiana: Lake Charles (LCH), Baton Rouge Ryan (BTR), New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Iowa to Louisiana?
Prices for flights from Iowa to Louisiana are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Iowa to Louisiana?
As of July 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Iowa to Louisiana.
How old do you have to be to fly from Iowa to Louisiana?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Iowa to Louisiana.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Louisiana?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Louisiana 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 Louisiana. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Iowa to Louisiana

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $203	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,981 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $248	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $248	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,900 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $306	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,246 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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