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Cheap flights from New Orleans to Des Moines from $132

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5:15 am - 4:00 pm
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DSM
10h 45m
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8:15 pm - 5:24 am
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MSY
9h 09m
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$280Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 16 - Mon, Apr 20
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5:15 am - 10:06 pm
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16h 51m
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7:45 am - 10:19 pm
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14h 34m
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$296Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 30 - Thu, May 7
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3:36 pm - 10:57 pm
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31h 21m
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8:15 pm - 5:24 am
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MSY
9h 09m
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$305Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 16 - Mon, Apr 20
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7:00 am - 12:29 pm
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DSM
5h 29m
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8:15 am - 1:17 pm
DSM
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MSY
5h 02m
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$306United Airlines
Tue, Apr 28 - Thu, Apr 30
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6:45 am - 2:05 pm
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DSM
7h 20m
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4:20 pm - 12:10 am
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7h 50m
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$317Southwest
Tue, Apr 28 - Thu, Apr 30
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6:05 pm - 11:05 pm
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5h 00m
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3:15 pm - 10:55 pm
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$321Southwest
Thu, May 14 - Tue, May 19
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6:05 pm - 11:05 pm
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DSM
5h 00m
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5:30 am - 2:20 pm
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8h 50m
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$326Southwest
Thu, May 14 - Tue, May 19
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3:39 pm - 10:42 pm
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31h 03m
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7:45 am - 10:19 pm
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14h 34m
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$335Multiple Airlines
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7:15 am - 1:54 pm
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6h 39m
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$349American Airlines
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$354American Airlines
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Delta flights from New Orleans to Des Moines

Our best Delta deals on New Orleans to Des Moines flight tickets
Delta
Jun 10
MSY9:13 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 48m
1 stop
DSM2:01 pmDes Moines
Jun 12
DSM6:39 pmDes Moines
5h 10m
1 stop
MSY11:49 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$393
Delta
Aug 13
MSY4:15 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 02m
1 stop
DSM9:17 pmDes Moines
Aug 16
DSM5:45 amDes Moines
4h 32m
1 stop
MSY10:17 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$407
Delta
Jul 10
MSY11:19 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 53m
1 stop
DSM5:12 pmDes Moines
Jul 13
DSM10:54 amDes Moines
4h 37m
1 stop
MSY3:31 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$443

United Airlines flights from New Orleans to Des Moines

Our best United Airlines deals on New Orleans to Des Moines flight tickets
United Airlines
Apr 28
MSY7:00 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 29m
1 stop
DSM12:29 pmDes Moines
Apr 30
DSM8:15 amDes Moines
5h 02m
1 stop
MSY1:17 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$306
United Airlines
May 29
MSY2:35 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 55m
1 stop
DSM8:30 pmDes Moines
May 30
DSM6:20 amDes Moines
4h 31m
1 stop
MSY10:51 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$359
United Airlines
May 15
MSY7:00 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 24m
1 stop
DSM2:24 pmDes Moines
May 19
DSM6:15 amDes Moines
5h 02m
1 stop
MSY11:17 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$364

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New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 4/16

5:15 am-4:00 pm

1 stop10h 45m

Des Moines

Mon 4/20

8:15 pm-5:24 am

1 stop9h 09m

$280

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 4/30

5:15 am-10:06 pm

1 stop16h 51m

Des Moines

Thu 5/7

7:45 am-10:19 pm

1 stop14h 34m

$296

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 4/16

3:36 pm-10:57 pm

2 stops31h 21m

Des Moines

Mon 4/20

8:15 pm-5:24 am

1 stop9h 09m

$305
Quickest round-trip

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 4/28

7:00 am-12:29 pm

1 stop5h 29m

Des Moines

Thu 4/30

8:15 am-1:17 pm

1 stop5h 02m

$306

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 4/28

6:45 am-2:05 pm

2 stops7h 20m

Des Moines

Thu 4/30

4:20 pm-12:10 am

1 stop7h 50m

$317

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/14

6:05 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Des Moines

Tue 5/19

3:15 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$321

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/14

6:05 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Des Moines

Tue 5/19

5:30 am-2:20 pm

2 stops8h 50m

$326

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 4/30

3:39 pm-10:42 pm

2 stops31h 03m

Des Moines

Thu 5/7

7:45 am-10:19 pm

1 stop14h 34m

$335

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 5/20

7:15 am-1:54 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Des Moines

Sun 5/24

6:55 am-1:00 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$349

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 5/20

6:34 am-11:26 am

1 stop4h 52m

Des Moines

Sun 5/24

5:00 am-1:00 pm

2 stops8h 00m

$354

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re not able to fly to Des Moines in August, then October is your next best option. Flight prices from New Orleans to Des Moines during October average around $288.

How have New Orleans to Des Moines flight prices changed over time?

As of April 2026, prices for New Orleans to Des Moines flights are approximately 34% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time

4h 48m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from New Orleans to Des Moines takes 4h 48m
There are no direct flights from New Orleans to Des Moines. There are no popular flight routes from New Orleans to Des Moines.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from New Orleans to Des Moines

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

    The distance between New Orleans Louis Armstrong and Des Moines is about 827.3 mi. 4h 48m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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

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

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

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

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Des Moines 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 Des Moines 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 New Orleans to Des Moines

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American AirlinesPriceFrom $244Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,549 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $290Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,370 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $312Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,337 reviews
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