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

Lufthansa, Air Canada, and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from Des Moines to Chennai

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

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

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

The number of operators available for flights from Des Moines Airport to Chennai Airport is 2 as of September 2025.

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

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chennai 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 Chennai Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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12:49 pm - 2:30 amDSM-MAA

27h 11m2 stops

9:50 pm - 11:50 pmMAA-DSM

37h 30m2 stops

$1,097Qatar Airways

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Thu, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 6

1:48 pm - 2:30 amDSM-MAA

26h 12m2 stops

9:50 pm - 11:50 pmMAA-DSM

37h 30m2 stops

$1,114Qatar Airways

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Thu, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 6

1:48 pm - 2:30 amDSM-MAA

26h 12m2 stops

7:30 am - 2:55 pmMAA-DSM

42h 55m3 stops

$1,387Multiple Airlines

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Thu, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 6

11:26 am - 12:05 amDSM-MAA

26h 09m3 stops

5:30 pm - 2:19 pmMAA-DSM

32h 19m3 stops

$1,423Multiple Airlines

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Thu, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 6

8:02 am - 12:05 amDSM-MAA

29h 33m3 stops

1:50 am - 5:25 pmMAA-DSM

27h 05m3 stops

$1,470Air Canada

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Fri, Oct 31 - Thu, Nov 6

11:26 am - 12:05 amDSM-MAA

26h 09m3 stops

1:50 am - 5:25 pmMAA-DSM

27h 05m3 stops

$1,473Air Canada

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Fri, Oct 31 - Thu, Nov 6

1:48 pm - 6:35 amDSM-MAA

30h 17m3 stops

8:30 pm - 11:50 pmMAA-DSM

38h 50m3 stops

$1,561British Airways

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Thu, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 6

11:35 am - 12:05 amDSM-MAA

25h 00m2 stops

7:50 pm - 9:50 pmMAA-DSM

37h 30m3 stops

$1,587Lufthansa

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Sat, Jan 3 - Sun, Jan 11

6:46 pm - 8:55 amDSM-MAA

50h 39m3 stops

7:50 pm - 9:50 pmMAA-DSM

37h 30m3 stops

$1,650Lufthansa

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Sat, Jan 3 - Sun, Jan 11

3:27 pm - 3:10 pmDSM-MAA

36h 13m3 stops

8:30 pm - 10:44 pmMAA-DSM

37h 44m3 stops

$2,759British Airways

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Fri, Dec 19 - Sun, Jan 25

Qatar Airways flights from Des Moines to Chennai

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Qatar Airways

Oct 30

DSM12:49 pmDes Moines

27h 11m

2 stops

MAA2:30 amChennai

Nov 6

MAA9:50 pmChennai

37h 30m

2 stops

DSM11:50 pmDes Moines

$1,097

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Qatar Airways

Oct 30

DSM1:48 pmDes Moines

26h 12m

2 stops

MAA2:30 amChennai

Nov 6

MAA9:50 pmChennai

37h 30m

2 stops

DSM11:50 pmDes Moines

$1,114

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Oct 30

DSM1:48 pmDes Moines

26h 12m

2 stops

MAA2:30 amChennai

Nov 5

MAA4:05 amChennai

25h 35m

2 stops

DSM6:10 pmDes Moines

$1,126

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British Airways

Oct 30

DSM1:48 pmDes Moines

30h 17m

3 stops

MAA6:35 amChennai

Nov 6

MAA8:30 pmChennai

38h 50m

3 stops

DSM11:50 pmDes Moines

$1,561

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British Airways

Dec 19

DSM3:27 pmDes Moines

36h 13m

3 stops

MAA3:10 pmChennai

Jan 25

MAA8:30 pmChennai

37h 44m

3 stops

DSM10:44 pmDes Moines

$2,759

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British Airways

Dec 19

DSM3:27 pmDes Moines

36h 13m

3 stops

MAA3:10 pmChennai

Jan 25

MAA7:35 amChennai

50h 39m

2 stops

DSM10:44 pmDes Moines

$2,910

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Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Thu 10/30

12:49 pm-2:30 am

2 stops27h 11m

Chennai

Thu 11/6

9:50 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops37h 30m

$1,097

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Thu 10/30

1:48 pm-2:30 am

2 stops26h 12m

Chennai

Thu 11/6

9:50 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops37h 30m

$1,114

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Thu 10/30

1:48 pm-2:30 am

2 stops26h 12m

Chennai

Thu 11/6

7:30 am-2:55 pm

3 stops42h 55m

$1,387

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Thu 10/30

11:26 am-12:05 am

3 stops26h 09m

Chennai

Thu 11/6

5:30 pm-2:19 pm

3 stops32h 19m

$1,423

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Fri 10/31

8:02 am-12:05 am

3 stops29h 33m

Chennai

Thu 11/6

1:50 am-5:25 pm

3 stops27h 05m

$1,470

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Fri 10/31

11:26 am-12:05 am

3 stops26h 09m

Chennai

Thu 11/6

1:50 am-5:25 pm

3 stops27h 05m

$1,473

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Thu 10/30

1:48 pm-6:35 am

3 stops30h 17m

Chennai

Thu 11/6

8:30 pm-11:50 pm

3 stops38h 50m

$1,561

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Sat 1/3

11:35 am-12:05 am

2 stops25h 00m

Chennai

Sun 1/11

7:50 pm-9:50 pm

3 stops37h 30m

$1,587

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Sat 1/3

6:46 pm-8:55 am

3 stops50h 39m

Chennai

Sun 1/11

7:50 pm-9:50 pm

3 stops37h 30m

$1,650

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Fri 12/19

3:27 pm-3:10 pm

3 stops36h 13m

Chennai

Sun 1/25

8:30 pm-10:44 pm

3 stops37h 44m

$2,759

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Des Moines to Chennai

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

In general, April is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Chennai. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,212. If you’re not able to fly to Chennai in April, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from Des Moines to Chennai during September average around $1,235.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chennai is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $1,324. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from Des Moines to Chennai on a Tuesday will generally be more expensive and average around $2,085. 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 Chennai?

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from Des Moines to Chennai when you can find flight prices for as low as $1,448. Flying to Chennai in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chennai is in the afternoon when prices are around $2,010.

When to book flights from Des Moines to Chennai

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How far is Des Moines to Chennai by plane?
Des Moines and Chennai are 8633.3 mi apart from one another. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 24h 30m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Chennai Airport?
Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Chennai Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Chennai Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Des Moines Airport to Chennai Airport is 2 as of September 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Chennai 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 Des Moines Airport to Chennai Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chennai 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 Chennai Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Des Moines to Chennai?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Des Moines and Chennai, the leading airline is Qatar Airways, making up 62% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Lufthansa with 38%.

Best airlines flying from Des Moines to Chennai

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $1,212	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,409 reviews		Search Lufthansa flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,394	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,622 reviews		Search Qatar Airways flights

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