What airlines fly to Anchorage?

Delta, American Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Anchorage from Des Moines according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Anchorage. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Anchorage on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Des Moines to Anchorage?

Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Des Moines to Anchorage

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Des Moines and Anchorage?

Chicago (ORD) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Des Moines to Anchorage?

Flights connecting via Chicago (ORD) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 10h 15m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Des Moines to Anchorage?

Chicago (ORD) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 56m.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Des Moines to Anchorage?

Flights via Chicago (ORD) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $878.

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

Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Anchorage Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

As of August 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Des Moines Airport to Anchorage Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Anchorage 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 from Des Moines Airport to Anchorage Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Anchorage Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Anchorage 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 Anchorage Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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2:49 pm - 1:36 amDSM-ANC

13h 47m1 stop

6:05 am - 9:03 pmANC-DSM

11h 58m1 stop

$406Delta

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Fri, Oct 3 - Fri, Oct 10

7:00 am - 4:20 pmDSM-ANC

12h 20m2 stops

6:05 am - 9:03 pmANC-DSM

11h 58m1 stop

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Fri, Oct 3 - Fri, Oct 10

7:00 am - 6:53 pmDSM-ANC

14h 53m1 stop

12:30 am - 1:59 pmANC-DSM

10h 29m2 stops

$478Delta

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Fri, Oct 3 - Thu, Oct 9

2:40 pm - 12:51 amDSM-ANC

13h 11m1 stop

9:45 pm - 5:16 pmANC-DSM

16h 31m1 stop

$504Delta

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Fri, Oct 10 - Sun, Oct 19

7:17 am - 8:48 pmDSM-ANC

16h 31m1 stop

9:53 pm - 3:33 pmANC-DSM

14h 40m1 stop

$536American Airlines

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Sun, Sep 14 - Fri, Sep 19

5:15 pm - 10:41 pmDSM-ANC

8h 26m1 stop

11:59 pm - 2:10 pmANC-DSM

11h 11m1 stop

$616United Airlines

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Thu, Sep 11 - Wed, Sep 17

1:35 pm - 10:56 pmDSM-ANC

12h 21m1 stop

11:59 pm - 8:48 pmANC-DSM

17h 49m1 stop

$623United Airlines

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5:04 am - 6:44 pmDSM-ANC

16h 40m1 stop

7:52 pm - 3:03 pmANC-DSM

16h 11m1 stop

$636American Airlines

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Mon, Oct 27 - Thu, Oct 30

8:06 am - 12:59 amDSM-ANC

19h 53m1 stop

2:26 am - 11:41 pmANC-DSM

18h 15m2 stops

$643Alaska Airlines

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Tue, Nov 18 - Sun, Dec 14

9:22 am - 12:12 amDSM-ANC

17h 50m2 stops

11:25 pm - 1:21 pmANC-DSM

10h 56m1 stop

$667Alaska Airlines

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Delta flights from Des Moines to Anchorage

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Delta

Oct 3

DSM2:49 pmDes Moines

13h 47m

1 stop

ANC1:36 amAnchorage

Oct 10

ANC6:05 amAnchorage

11h 58m

1 stop

DSM9:03 pmDes Moines

$406

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Delta

Oct 3

DSM7:00 amDes Moines

12h 20m

2 stops

ANC4:20 pmAnchorage

Oct 10

ANC6:05 amAnchorage

11h 58m

1 stop

DSM9:03 pmDes Moines

$476

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Delta

Oct 3

DSM7:00 amDes Moines

14h 53m

1 stop

ANC6:53 pmAnchorage

Oct 9

ANC12:30 amAnchorage

10h 29m

2 stops

DSM1:59 pmDes Moines

$478

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United Airlines

Sep 11

DSM5:15 pmDes Moines

8h 26m

1 stop

ANC10:41 pmAnchorage

Sep 17

ANC11:59 pmAnchorage

11h 11m

1 stop

DSM2:10 pmDes Moines

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United Airlines

Nov 18

DSM1:35 pmDes Moines

12h 21m

1 stop

ANC10:56 pmAnchorage

Dec 15

ANC11:59 pmAnchorage

17h 49m

1 stop

DSM8:48 pmDes Moines

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Nov 18

DSM5:45 amDes Moines

17h 14m

2 stops

ANC7:59 pmAnchorage

Dec 15

ANC11:59 pmAnchorage

13h 13m

1 stop

DSM4:12 pmDes Moines

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Fri 10/3

2:49 pm-1:36 am

1 stop13h 47m

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Fri 10/10

6:05 am-9:03 pm

1 stop11h 58m

$406

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Fri 10/3

7:00 am-4:20 pm

2 stops12h 20m

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6:05 am-9:03 pm

1 stop11h 58m

$476

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DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Fri 10/3

7:00 am-6:53 pm

1 stop14h 53m

Anchorage

Thu 10/9

12:30 am-1:59 pm

2 stops10h 29m

$478

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DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Fri 10/10

2:40 pm-12:51 am

1 stop13h 11m

Anchorage

Sun 10/19

9:45 pm-5:16 pm

1 stop16h 31m

$504

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Sun 9/14

7:17 am-8:48 pm

1 stop16h 31m

Anchorage

Fri 9/19

9:53 pm-3:33 pm

1 stop14h 40m

$536

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DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Thu 9/11

5:15 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop8h 26m

Anchorage

Wed 9/17

11:59 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop11h 11m

$616

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DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Tue 11/18

1:35 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop12h 21m

Anchorage

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11:59 pm-8:48 pm

1 stop17h 49m

$623

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DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Mon 10/27

5:04 am-6:44 pm

1 stop16h 40m

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Thu 10/30

7:52 pm-3:03 pm

1 stop16h 11m

$636

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DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Tue 11/18

8:06 am-12:59 am

1 stop19h 53m

Anchorage

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2:26 am-11:41 pm

2 stops18h 15m

$643

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DSM - ANC

DSMANC

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Wed 1/7

9:22 am-12:12 am

2 stops17h 50m

Anchorage

Sat 1/10

11:25 pm-1:21 pm

1 stop10h 56m

$667

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Anchorage?

If you don’t want to visit Anchorage in October, then you should wait until January to fly from Des Moines, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $534.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Anchorage is on a Saturday when prices can be found for as low as $669. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. The most expensive day to fly to Anchorage is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $887.

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

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from Des Moines to Anchorage when you can find flight prices for as low as $728. Flying to Anchorage in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $857.

Can stopping save me money on Des Moines to Anchorage flights?

You could potentially save up to 25% on your flight if you consider stops on a Des Moines to Anchorage flight.

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How far is Des Moines to Anchorage by plane?
Anchorage is 2664.0 mi away from Des Moines. Typically, this will take 8h 26m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Anchorage Airport?
Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Anchorage Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Anchorage Airport?
As of August 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Des Moines Airport to Anchorage Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Anchorage 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 from Des Moines Airport to Anchorage Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Anchorage Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Anchorage 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 Anchorage Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Des Moines to Anchorage?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Des Moines and Anchorage, the leading airline is Delta, making up 45% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include American Airlines with 30%, United Airlines with 16%, and Alaska Airlines with 9%.

Best airlines flying from Des Moines to Anchorage

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American Airlines	PriceFrom $461	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $518	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,930 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $607	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,981 reviews	Search Delta flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $744	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 10,000 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights

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