Which airlines fly to Des Moines?

American Airlines is the airline most momondo users in United States opt for when booking flights to Des Moines. Delta, United Airlines and Southwest are also popular choices when flying to Des Moines from United States. Most major airlines flying from United States to Des Moines will offer flights on a regular basis, though your options may vary depending on what airport you fly from.

Southwest Flights to Des Moines

The most popular airline for flights to Des Moines on momondo is Southwest, which operates 11 flights in this direction every week. Most depart out of Denver Intl, with the best deal for Southwest flights to Des Moines being $137 (round-trip, Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Des Moines, momondo searches within the last 72 hours). In 4,242 Southwest reviews, it is rated 8.0 by momondo users.

Delta Flights to Des Moines

Delta flight deals to Des Moines start from $216 - this is the best price found recently on momondo, and was a round-trip journey departing from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson. Over any normal week, Delta flight prices are typically higher, but vary depending on where you fly from - Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson is the most popular Delta departure point to Des Moines so generally has the most availability. Delta is scored a 7.9/10 in 7,961 reviews.

How long does it take to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in United States, such as Los Angeles or Miami, and flying into Des Moines, then you can expect flight times to average 3h 30m and 3h 43m, respectively.

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11:06 am - 1:52 pmDEN-DSM

1h 46mnonstop

2:37 pm - 3:44 pmDSM-DEN

2h 07mnonstop

$99Frontier

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Thu, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 12

11:01 am - 1:47 pmDEN-DSM

1h 46mnonstop

2:32 pm - 3:39 pmDSM-DEN

2h 07mnonstop

$111Frontier

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Fri, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 7

1:30 pm - 4:17 pmDEN-DSM

1h 47mnonstop

11:30 am - 12:35 pmDSM-DEN

2h 05mnonstop

$147United Airlines

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Thu, Oct 9 - Tue, Oct 14

6:25 am - 2:15 pmHOU-DSM

7h 50m1 stop

6:20 am - 3:15 pmDSM-HOU

8h 55m1 stop

$151Southwest

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Tue, Oct 7 - Sat, Oct 11

6:25 am - 2:15 pmHOU-DSM

7h 50m1 stop

3:50 pm - 10:20 pmDSM-HOU

6h 30m2 stops

$156Southwest

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Tue, Oct 7 - Sat, Oct 11

7:49 am - 4:21 pmDEN-DSM

7h 32m1 stop

11:30 am - 5:45 pmDSM-DEN

7h 15m1 stop

$159American Airlines

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Wed, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 18

7:21 am - 3:03 pmDEN-DSM

6h 42m1 stop

1:48 pm - 8:27 pmDSM-DEN

7h 39m1 stop

$168American Airlines

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Wed, Oct 8 - Sat, Oct 11

12:55 am - 9:19 amDEN-DSM

7h 24m1 stop

3:30 pm - 7:30 pmDSM-DEN

5h 00m1 stop

$197Delta

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Fri, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 18

6:00 am - 10:20 amORD-DSM

4h 20m1 stop

10:21 am - 4:28 pmDSM-ORD

6h 07m1 stop

$203Delta

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Sat, Nov 15 - Tue, Nov 18

6:00 pm - 8:45 pmDEN-DSM

1h 45mnonstop

5:45 am - 6:53 amDSM-DEN

2h 08mnonstop

$207United Airlines

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DenverDes Moines

DEN - DSM

DENDSM

Denver Intl

Thu 10/9

11:06 am-1:52 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

Des Moines

Sun 10/12

2:37 pm-3:44 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

$99

DenverDes Moines

DEN - DSM

DENDSM

Denver Intl

Fri 10/31

11:01 am-1:47 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

Des Moines

Fri 11/7

2:32 pm-3:39 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

$111

DenverDes Moines

DEN - DSM

DENDSM

Denver Intl

Thu 10/9

1:30 pm-4:17 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

Des Moines

Tue 10/14

11:30 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$147

HoustonDes Moines

HOU - DSM

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

Tue 10/7

6:25 am-2:15 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Des Moines

Sat 10/11

6:20 am-3:15 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$151

HoustonDes Moines

HOU - DSM

HOUDSM

Houston Hobby

Tue 10/7

6:25 am-2:15 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Des Moines

Sat 10/11

3:50 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops6h 30m

$156

DenverDes Moines

DEN - DSM

DENDSM

Denver Intl

Wed 11/5

7:49 am-4:21 pm

1 stop7h 32m

Des Moines

Tue 11/18

11:30 am-5:45 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$159

DenverDes Moines

DEN - DSM

DENDSM

Denver Intl

Wed 10/8

7:21 am-3:03 pm

1 stop6h 42m

Des Moines

Sat 10/11

1:48 pm-8:27 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$168

DenverDes Moines

DEN - DSM

DENDSM

Denver Intl

Fri 10/10

12:55 am-9:19 am

1 stop7h 24m

Des Moines

Sat 10/18

3:30 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$197

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/15

6:00 am-10:20 am

1 stop4h 20m

Des Moines

Tue 11/18

10:21 am-4:28 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$203

DenverDes Moines

DEN - DSM

DENDSM

Denver Intl

Wed 11/5

6:00 pm-8:45 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Des Moines

Tue 11/18

5:45 am-6:53 am

Nonstop2h 08m

$207

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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 November, then October is your next best option. Flight prices from United States to Des Moines during October average around $337.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Des Moines?

Users booking trips to Des Moines from Nashville found flights 77% cheaper than the average price of flights to Des Moines. To find the cheapest price to Des Moines from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

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

The cheapest day to depart from United States to Des Moines is on a Friday. Travelers who choose to depart for Des Moines on a Friday will often find tickets for as low as $293. Flights from United States to Des Moines on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $441. 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 morning. momondo users have found flights departing from United States to Des Moines in the morning for as low as $295. 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 at noon because they tend to be around $423. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO DES MOINES FROM LOS ANGELES	January	18% cheaper	Flying from Los Angeles to Des Moines costs on average just $326 in January
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO DES MOINES FROM LOS ANGELES	December	17% more expensive	It costs about $468 for flights to Des Moines from Los Angeles in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO DES MOINES FROM LOS ANGELES	July	327% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Des Moines from Los Angeles in July than any other month

Cheap Des Moines flight deals and tips

Summary info about Des Moines flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$30
Best Round-Trip Price	$99
Fastest flight time	1h 40m
Popular in	December

The best one-way flight price to Des Moines from United States in the last 72 hours is $30 (Denver Intl to Des Moines).

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The best round-trip flight price to Des Moines from United States in the last 72 hours is $99 (Denver Intl to Des Moines).

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The fastest flight to Des Moines from United States takes 1h 40m (Denver Intl to Des Moines).

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December has the highest demand for flights to Des Moines, with a 0% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Des Moines

When are the weather conditions best for skiing in Des Moines?

The best time to go skiing is usually when temperatures are low and chances of snow are high. The month of January is considered the best time for skiing in the Des Moines area. Sundown Mountain is a recommended mountain in the area.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Des Moines?

Most flyers found that booking tickets 79 days in advance of their planned departure date is the best time to get cheap flights to Des Moines. During this timeframe, flight prices are around $364. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Des Moines from United States for as low as $138 on momondo.

Is there an alternative airport near Des Moines?

Finding an alternative and possibly cheaper destination airport near Des Moines is possible. If you are planning a flight to Des Moines, consider booking flights to Fort Dodge Airport (73 mi from Des Moines city center) or Waterloo Airport (92 mi from Des Moines city center).

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Des Moines?

The cheapest airport near Des Moines is typically Waterloo Airport with an average price of $395/person. These prices vary based on where travelers are coming from. It is suggested that travelers looking to save money try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Des Moines Airport?

Prices for flights to Des Moines Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Des Moines Airport?

The number of operators available for flights to Des Moines Airport is 13 as of September 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly to Des Moines Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to Des Moines Airport.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Des Moines Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Des Moines Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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