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

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

How long is the flight from Louisiana to Iowa?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Louisiana you fly out of and what airport in Iowa you fly into. For example, flying from New Orleans to Des Moines takes 4h 48m on average. On the other hand, flying from Baton Rouge to Des Moines takes 6h 08m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

What airlines fly to Iowa?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Iowa from Louisiana according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 75% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Iowa. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Iowa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from Louisiana to Iowa are updated daily.

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

As of September 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Louisiana to Iowa.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Louisiana to Iowa.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Iowa trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

$199 Cheap Flights from Louisiana to Iowa in 2026/27

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5:26 pm - 10:30 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DSM Des Moines

5h 04m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

6:45 pm - 11:52 pmDSM Des Moines-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

5h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$325United Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 10

6:45 am - 11:10 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DSM Des Moines

4h 25m1 stop Chicago Midway

4:25 pm - 11:45 pmDSM Des Moines-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

7h 20m1 stop Chicago Midway

$325Southwest

Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2

5:26 pm - 11:09 pmAEX Alexandria-CID Cedar Rapids

5h 43m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

5:15 am - 11:08 amCID Cedar Rapids-AEX Alexandria

5h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$328Delta

Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16

9:05 am - 2:20 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DSM Des Moines

5h 15m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

8:00 am - 4:08 pmDSM Des Moines-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

8h 08m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$330United Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 10

2:25 pm - 11:15 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DSM Des Moines

8h 50m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Chicago Midway

4:25 pm - 11:45 pmDSM Des Moines-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

7h 20m1 stop Chicago Midway

$330Southwest

Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2

5:26 pm - 11:09 pmAEX Alexandria-CID Cedar Rapids

5h 43m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:15 am - 4:46 pmCID Cedar Rapids-AEX Alexandria

10h 31m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$334Delta

Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16

2:25 pm - 11:15 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-DSM Des Moines

8h 50m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Chicago Midway

4:25 pm - 12:05 amDSM Des Moines-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

7h 40m2 stops Chicago Midway Nashville Intl

$335Southwest

Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2

5:28 pm - 11:23 pmLFT Lafayette Regional-DSM Des Moines

5h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

5:23 am - 10:05 amDSM Des Moines-LFT Lafayette Regional

4h 42m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$339American Airlines

Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27

2:14 pm - 9:33 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CID Cedar Rapids

7h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:00 am - 1:11 pmCID Cedar Rapids-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

8h 11m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$339United Airlines

Fri, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 25

5:22 pm - 11:34 pmAEX Alexandria-CID Cedar Rapids

6h 12m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:00 am - 10:55 amCID Cedar Rapids-AEX Alexandria

4h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$343American Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16

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4:07 pm - 10:15 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines

6h 08m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

6:00 am - 11:18 amDSM Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

5h 18m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$444United Airlines

Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 4

4:07 pm - 11:48 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-DSM Des Moines

7h 41m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl

6:00 am - 11:18 amDSM Des Moines-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

5h 18m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$449United Airlines

Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 4

4:30 pm - 9:53 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-CID Cedar Rapids

5h 23m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

5:23 am - 12:56 pmCID Cedar Rapids-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

7h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$487Delta

Sat, Oct 3 - Sat, Oct 10

6:07 am - 3:39 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-CID Cedar Rapids

9h 32m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Minneapolis St Paul

5:23 am - 12:56 pmCID Cedar Rapids-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

7h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$492Delta

Sat, Oct 3 - Sat, Oct 10

1:55 pm - 10:47 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-CID Cedar Rapids

8h 52m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:30 am - 3:32 pmCID Cedar Rapids-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

9h 02m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$539United Airlines

Sat, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 6

4:30 pm - 9:53 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-CID Cedar Rapids

5h 23m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

5:30 am - 12:56 pmCID Cedar Rapids-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

7h 26m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$570Delta

Sat, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 6

9:00 pm - 9:22 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CID Cedar Rapids

24h 22m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

6:20 pm - 4:22 pmCID Cedar Rapids-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

22h 02m2 stops Orlando Sanford Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$571Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5

9:00 pm - 9:22 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CID Cedar Rapids

24h 22m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

6:20 pm - 2:21 pmCID Cedar Rapids-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

20h 01m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl

$685Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5

11:21 am - 5:32 pmBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-CID Cedar Rapids

6h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

4:03 pm - 9:41 pmCID Cedar Rapids-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

5h 38m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$707American Airlines

Sat, Oct 3 - Wed, Oct 7

2:29 pm - 12:17 amBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-CID Cedar Rapids

9h 48m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl

4:03 pm - 9:41 pmCID Cedar Rapids-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

5h 38m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$712American Airlines

Sat, Oct 3 - Wed, Oct 7

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United Airlines flights from Louisiana to Iowa

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United Airlines

Oct 27

MSY5:26 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

5h 04m

1 stop

DSM10:30 pmDes Moines

Nov 10

DSM6:45 pmDes Moines

5h 07m

1 stop

MSY11:52 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

$325

United Airlines

Oct 27

MSY9:05 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

5h 15m

1 stop

DSM2:20 pmDes Moines

Nov 10

DSM8:00 amDes Moines

8h 08m

2 stops

MSY4:08 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

$330

United Airlines

Oct 13

LFT4:10 pmLafayette Regional

6h 05m

1 stop

DSM10:15 pmDes Moines

Oct 17

DSM6:00 amDes Moines

7h 22m

1 stop

LFT1:22 pmLafayette Regional

$369

Southwest flights from Louisiana to Iowa

Our best Southwest deals on Louisiana to Iowa flight tickets

Southwest

Oct 27

MSY6:30 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

7h 50m

2 stops

DSM2:20 pmDes Moines

Nov 10

DSM7:00 amDes Moines

9h 50m

2 stops

MSY4:50 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

$335

Southwest

Nov 5

MSY6:00 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

7h 10m

2 stops

DSM1:10 pmDes Moines

Nov 8

DSM5:25 amDes Moines

4h 50m

1 stop

MSY10:15 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

$376

Southwest

Nov 5

MSY6:00 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

7h 10m

2 stops

DSM1:10 pmDes Moines

Nov 8

DSM5:25 amDes Moines

7h 45m

2 stops

MSY1:10 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

$381

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New OrleansDes Moines

MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - DSM Des Moines

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 10/27

5:26 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop5h 04m

Des Moines

Tue 11/10

6:45 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop5h 07m

$325

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - DSM Des Moines

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/29

6:45 am-11:10 am

1 stop4h 25m

Des Moines

Mon 11/2

4:25 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$325

AlexandriaCedar Rapids

AEX Alexandria - CID Cedar Rapids

AEXCID

Alexandria

Tue 11/10

5:26 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop5h 43m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 11/16

5:15 am-11:08 am

1 stop5h 53m

$328

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - DSM Des Moines

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 10/27

9:05 am-2:20 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Des Moines

Tue 11/10

8:00 am-4:08 pm

2 stops8h 08m

$330

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - DSM Des Moines

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/29

2:25 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops8h 50m

Des Moines

Mon 11/2

4:25 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$330

AlexandriaCedar Rapids

AEX Alexandria - CID Cedar Rapids

AEXCID

Alexandria

Tue 11/10

5:26 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop5h 43m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 11/16

6:15 am-4:46 pm

2 stops10h 31m

$334

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - DSM Des Moines

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/29

2:25 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops8h 50m

Des Moines

Mon 11/2

4:25 pm-12:05 am

2 stops7h 40m

$335

LafayetteDes Moines

LFT Lafayette Regional - DSM Des Moines

LFTDSM

Lafayette Regional

Mon 11/23

5:28 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Des Moines

Fri 11/27

5:23 am-10:05 am

1 stop4h 42m

$339

New OrleansCedar Rapids

MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - CID Cedar Rapids

MSYCID

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 1/22

2:14 pm-9:33 pm

1 stop7h 19m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 1/25

5:00 am-1:11 pm

1 stop8h 11m

$339

AlexandriaCedar Rapids

AEX Alexandria - CID Cedar Rapids

AEXCID

Alexandria

Tue 11/10

5:22 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop6h 12m

Cedar Rapids

Mon 11/16

6:00 am-10:55 am

1 stop4h 55m

$343

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Louisiana to Iowa

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Iowa?

The month of April is another great option to travel to Iowa, with average flight prices from Louisiana averaging around $337.

Can stopping save me money on Louisiana to Iowa flights?

You could potentially save up to 62% on your flight if you consider stops on a Louisiana to Iowa flight.

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Best Price Found	$199
Fastest flight time	4h 20m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Iowa from Louisiana in the past 72 hours is $199. The best round-trip flight deal from Louisiana to Iowa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $325.

The fastest flight from Louisiana to Iowa takes 4h 20m

There are no direct flights from Louisiana to Iowa. There are no popular flight routes from Louisiana to Iowa.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Louisiana to Iowa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Louisiana to Iowa?
Prices for flights from Louisiana to Iowa are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Louisiana to Iowa?
As of September 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Louisiana to Iowa.
How old do you have to be to fly from Louisiana to Iowa?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Louisiana to Iowa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Iowa?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Iowa trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Louisiana to Iowa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $203	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,605 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $283	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,245 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $283	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,097 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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