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Cheap flights from New Orleans to Des Moines from $152

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8:13 pm - 2:50 pmMSY-DSM
18h 37m1 stop
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8:47 pm - 3:41 pmDSM-MSY
18h 54m1 stop
$246Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 5
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10:48 pm - 1:52 pmMSY-DSM
39h 04m2 stops
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3:40 pm - 12:23 amDSM-MSY
8h 43m1 stop
$252Multiple Airlines
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Mon, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 20
Delta Logo
5:20 am - 10:05 amMSY-DSM
4h 45m1 stop
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5:15 pm - 11:02 pmDSM-MSY
5h 47m1 stop
$313Delta
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Thu, Oct 16 - Sat, Oct 18
American Airlines Logo
3:54 pm - 10:56 pmMSY-DSM
7h 02m1 stop
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5:00 am - 12:05 pmDSM-MSY
7h 05m2 stops
$339American Airlines
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Thu, Oct 16 - Sat, Oct 18
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7:55 pm - 1:20 amMSY-DSM
5h 25m1 stop
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6:45 pm - 10:25 pmDSM-MSY
3h 40m1 stop
$370Southwest
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Sat, Nov 22 - Sat, Nov 29
Southwest Logo
5:00 pm - 11:55 pmMSY-DSM
6h 55m2 stops
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6:45 pm - 10:25 pmDSM-MSY
3h 40m1 stop
$375Southwest
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Sat, Nov 22 - Sat, Nov 29
United Airlines Logo
4:00 pm - 11:56 pmMSY-DSM
7h 56m1 stop
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3:05 pm - 9:31 pmDSM-MSY
6h 26m1 stop
$447United Airlines
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Tue, Sep 30 - Sat, Oct 4
United Airlines Logo
5:15 am - 12:37 pmMSY-DSM
7h 22m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
11:31 am - 4:32 pmDSM-MSY
5h 01m1 stop
$452United Airlines
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Tue, Sep 30 - Sat, Oct 4
American Airlines Logo
9:37 am - 6:30 pmMSY-DSM
8h 53m2 stops
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10:21 am - 6:09 pmDSM-MSY
7h 48m2 stops
$457American Airlines
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Tue, Sep 30 - Sat, Oct 4
Delta Logo
6:20 am - 4:52 pmMSY-DSM
10h 32m2 stops
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6:05 am - 3:47 pmDSM-MSY
9h 42m2 stops
$1,847Delta
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Fri, Oct 17 - Sun, Oct 19

American Airlines flights from New Orleans to Des Moines

Our best American Airlines deals on New Orleans to Des Moines flight tickets
American Airlines
Oct 16
MSY3:54 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 02m
1 stop
DSM10:56 pmDes Moines
Oct 18
DSM5:00 amDes Moines
7h 05m
2 stops
MSY12:05 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$339
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American Airlines
Sep 30
MSY9:37 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 53m
2 stops
DSM6:30 pmDes Moines
Oct 4
DSM10:21 amDes Moines
7h 48m
2 stops
MSY6:09 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$457
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American Airlines
Sep 26
MSY6:35 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 38m
1 stop
DSM11:13 pmDes Moines
Sep 28
DSM6:11 pmDes Moines
6h 04m
1 stop
MSY12:15 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$667
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Southwest flights from New Orleans to Des Moines

Our best Southwest deals on New Orleans to Des Moines flight tickets
Southwest
Nov 22
MSY7:55 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 25m
1 stop
DSM1:20 amDes Moines
Nov 29
DSM6:45 pmDes Moines
3h 40m
1 stop
MSY10:25 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$370
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Southwest
Nov 22
MSY5:00 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 55m
2 stops
DSM11:55 pmDes Moines
Nov 29
DSM6:45 pmDes Moines
3h 40m
1 stop
MSY10:25 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$375
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Southwest
Dec 12
MSY2:25 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 10m
2 stops
DSM11:35 pmDes Moines
Dec 14
DSM5:45 amDes Moines
6h 50m
2 stops
MSY12:35 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$381
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New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/2

8:13 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop18h 37m

Des Moines

Sun 10/5

8:47 pm-3:41 pm

1 stop18h 54m

$246

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 10/13

10:48 pm-1:52 pm

2 stops39h 04m

Des Moines

Mon 10/20

3:40 pm-12:23 am

1 stop8h 43m

$252

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/16

5:20 am-10:05 am

1 stop4h 45m

Des Moines

Sat 10/18

5:15 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop5h 47m

$313

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/16

3:54 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop7h 02m

Des Moines

Sat 10/18

5:00 am-12:05 pm

2 stops7h 05m

$339

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 11/22

7:55 pm-1:20 am

1 stop5h 25m

Des Moines

Sat 11/29

6:45 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop3h 40m

$370

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 11/22

5:00 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops6h 55m

Des Moines

Sat 11/29

6:45 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop3h 40m

$375

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 9/30

4:00 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop7h 56m

Des Moines

Sat 10/4

3:05 pm-9:31 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$447

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 9/30

5:15 am-12:37 pm

2 stops7h 22m

Des Moines

Sat 10/4

11:31 am-4:32 pm

1 stop5h 01m

$452

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 9/30

9:37 am-6:30 pm

2 stops8h 53m

Des Moines

Sat 10/4

10:21 am-6:09 pm

2 stops7h 48m

$457

New OrleansDes Moines

MSY - DSM

MSYDSM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 10/17

6:20 am-4:52 pm

2 stops10h 32m

Des Moines

Sun 10/19

6:05 am-3:47 pm

2 stops9h 42m

$1,847

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re not able to fly to Des Moines in February, then July is your next best option. Flight prices from New Orleans to Des Moines during July average around $354.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Des Moines?

The cheapest day to depart from New Orleans to Des Moines is on a Tuesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Des Moines on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as $266. Flights from New Orleans to Des Moines on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $527. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Des Moines is in the evening. momondo users have found flights departing from New Orleans to Des Moines in the evening for as low as $241. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $496. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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  • 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. 3h 40m 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.

  • What is the most popular plane model from New Orleans to Des Moines?

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American AirlinesPriceFrom $118Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $296Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,957 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $332Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,242 reviews
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