How many flights depart from Des Moines to Denver on average per day?

The number of flights available between Des Moines and Denver is 10 per day as of September 2026. The most frequent departure time is 11:00AM, with 41% of daily flights leaving at noon.

How many flights depart from Des Moines to Denver on average per week?

As of September 2026, 70 flights take off from Des Moines and land in Denver each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 21% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

United Airlines, Delta, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Des Moines to Denver Intl

What airlines fly to Denver?

United Airlines, Frontier and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Denver from Des Moines according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 48% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Denver. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Denver on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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

There are 4 operators available for flights from Des Moines Airport to Denver Intl Airport as of September 2026.

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

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Denver Intl Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Denver Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Denver Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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8:30 pm - 9:36 pmDSM Des Moines-DEN Denver Intl

2h 06mnonstop

4:54 pm - 7:35 pmDEN Denver Intl-DSM Des Moines

1h 41mnonstop

$128Frontier

Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9

8:25 pm - 9:30 pmDSM Des Moines-DEN Denver Intl

2h 05mnonstop

4:48 pm - 7:30 pmDEN Denver Intl-DSM Des Moines

1h 42mnonstop

$128Frontier

Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 12

8:25 pm - 9:30 pmDSM Des Moines-DEN Denver Intl

2h 05mnonstop

4:48 pm - 7:30 pmDEN Denver Intl-DSM Des Moines

1h 42mnonstop

$128Frontier

Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 12

9:15 am - 10:24 amDSM Des Moines-DEN Denver Intl

2h 09mnonstop

9:45 am - 12:31 pmDEN Denver Intl-DSM Des Moines

1h 46mnonstop

$201United Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14

5:03 pm - 6:01 pmDSM Des Moines-DEN Denver Intl

1h 58mnonstop

5:56 pm - 8:32 pmDEN Denver Intl-DSM Des Moines

1h 36mnonstop

$201United Airlines

Sat, Feb 20 - Tue, Feb 23

5:22 pm - 6:25 pmDSM Des Moines-DEN Denver Intl

2h 03mnonstop

9:03 pm - 11:48 pmDEN Denver Intl-DSM Des Moines

1h 45mnonstop

$205United Airlines

Sat, Oct 17 - Mon, Oct 19

12:00 pm - 6:05 pmDSM Des Moines-DEN Denver Intl

7h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

11:15 am - 1:55 pmDEN Denver Intl-DSM Des Moines

1h 40mnonstop

$211Southwest

Sat, Feb 20 - Tue, Feb 23

8:04 pm - 9:48 amDSM Des Moines-DEN Denver Intl

14h 44m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

4:54 pm - 7:35 pmDEN Denver Intl-DSM Des Moines

1h 41mnonstop

$211Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Fri, Nov 13

6:35 pm - 7:25 pmDSM Des Moines-DEN Denver Intl

1h 50mnonstop

7:30 pm - 10:10 pmDEN Denver Intl-DSM Des Moines

1h 40mnonstop

$216Southwest

Wed, Oct 14 - Thu, Oct 15

2:30 pm - 9:59 pmDSM Des Moines-DEN Denver Intl

8h 29m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

6:00 am - 1:34 pmDEN Denver Intl-DSM Des Moines

6h 34m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$221American Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14

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8:30 pm - 9:29 pmDSM Des Moines-DEN Denver Intl

1h 59mnonstop

4:48 pm - 7:33 pmDEN Denver Intl-DSM Des Moines

1h 45mnonstop

$314Frontier

Mon, Sep 21 - Mon, Sep 28

8:30 pm - 9:29 pmDSM Des Moines-DEN Denver Intl

1h 59mnonstop

8:00 am - 10:44 amDEN Denver Intl-DSM Des Moines

1h 44mnonstop

$317Frontier

Fri, Sep 18 - Thu, Oct 1

8:30 pm - 9:29 pmDSM Des Moines-DEN Denver Intl

1h 59mnonstop

8:00 am - 10:44 amDEN Denver Intl-DSM Des Moines

1h 44mnonstop

$317Frontier

Mon, Sep 21 - Thu, Oct 1

8:30 pm - 9:29 pmDSM Des Moines-DEN Denver Intl

1h 59mnonstop

9:05 am - 10:57 amDEN Denver Intl-DSM Des Moines

24h 52m2 stops Ontario Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$361Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Thu, Oct 1

8:30 pm - 9:29 pmDSM Des Moines-DEN Denver Intl

1h 59mnonstop

9:05 am - 10:57 amDEN Denver Intl-DSM Des Moines

24h 52m2 stops Ontario Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$361Multiple Airlines

Fri, Sep 18 - Thu, Oct 1

11:29 am - 12:26 pmDSM Des Moines-DEN Denver Intl

1h 57mnonstop

9:05 am - 10:57 amDEN Denver Intl-DSM Des Moines

24h 52m2 stops Ontario Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$361Multiple Airlines

Sun, Sep 20 - Thu, Oct 1

3:50 pm - 9:50 pmDSM Des Moines-DEN Denver Intl

7h 00m1 stop Chicago Midway

3:15 pm - 10:15 pmDEN Denver Intl-DSM Des Moines

6h 00m2 stops Omaha Eppley Airfield Chicago Midway

$558Southwest

Mon, Sep 21 - Mon, Sep 28

5:40 am - 2:00 pmDSM Des Moines-DEN Denver Intl

9h 20m2 stops Chicago Midway Lambert-St Louis

6:10 am - 11:35 amDEN Denver Intl-DSM Des Moines

4h 25m1 stop Chicago Midway

$558Southwest

Mon, Sep 21 - Sun, Sep 27

1:35 pm - 2:43 pmDSM Des Moines-DEN Denver Intl

2h 08mnonstop

1:37 pm - 4:21 pmDEN Denver Intl-DSM Des Moines

1h 44mnonstop

$603United Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Sat, Sep 26

5:21 pm - 6:25 pmDSM Des Moines-DEN Denver Intl

2h 04mnonstop

8:48 pm - 11:33 pmDEN Denver Intl-DSM Des Moines

1h 45mnonstop

$612United Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 19

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Oct 9

DSM8:25 pmDes Moines

2h 05m

DEN9:30 pmDenver Intl

Oct 12

DEN4:48 pmDenver Intl

1h 42m

DSM7:30 pmDes Moines

$128

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Oct 23

DSM8:25 pmDes Moines

2h 05m

DEN9:30 pmDenver Intl

Oct 26

DEN4:48 pmDenver Intl

1h 42m

DSM7:30 pmDes Moines

$130

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Nov 13

DSM8:30 pmDes Moines

2h 06m

DEN9:36 pmDenver Intl

Nov 16

DEN4:54 pmDenver Intl

1h 41m

DSM7:35 pmDes Moines

$132

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Feb 20

DSM2:05 pmDes Moines

8h 20m

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DEN9:25 pmDenver Intl

Feb 23

DEN5:55 pmDenver Intl

1h 45m

DSM8:40 pmDes Moines

$217

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Nov 7

DSM7:00 amDes Moines

1h 55m

DEN7:55 amDenver Intl

Nov 9

DEN4:30 pmDenver Intl

5h 35m

1 stop

DSM11:05 pmDes Moines

$225

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Feb 20

DSM12:00 pmDes Moines

7h 05m

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DEN6:05 pmDenver Intl

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DEN7:00 amDenver Intl

9h 40m

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DSM5:40 pmDes Moines

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Fri 11/6

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4:54 pm-7:35 pm

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8:25 pm-9:30 pm

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8:25 pm-9:30 pm

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4:48 pm-7:30 pm

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9:15 am-10:24 am

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9:45 am-12:31 pm

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$201

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5:03 pm-6:01 pm

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5:56 pm-8:32 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

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Sat 10/17

5:22 pm-6:25 pm

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9:03 pm-11:48 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$205

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Sat 2/20

12:00 pm-6:05 pm

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Nonstop1h 40m

$211

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DSM Des Moines - DEN Denver Intl

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Mon 11/9

8:04 pm-9:48 am

1 stop14h 44m

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Fri 11/13

4:54 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

$211

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DSM Des Moines - DEN Denver Intl

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Des Moines

Wed 10/14

6:35 pm-7:25 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Denver Intl

Thu 10/15

7:30 pm-10:10 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$216

Des MoinesDenver

DSM Des Moines - DEN Denver Intl

DSMDEN

Des Moines

Sat 10/10

2:30 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop8h 29m

Denver Intl

Wed 10/14

6:00 am-1:34 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$221

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $181 to $322.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $128.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Denver?

The cheapest month to fly to Denver from Des Moines is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $179, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Denver in February, then you should wait until December to fly from Des Moines, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $188.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Denver is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $351. 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 Denver is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $495.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to Denver is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $229. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $465.

What is the cheapest Des Moines to Denver Intl flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Denver from Des Moines when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Denver for around $250 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Denver from Des Moines for as low as $213 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Des Moines to Denver flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Des Moines to Denver flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Des Moines to Denver flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2026, prices for Des Moines to Denver flights are approximately 289% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$69
Fastest flight time	1h 49m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Denver	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Denver from Des Moines in the past 72 hours is $69. The best round-trip flight deal from Des Moines to Denver found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $128.

The fastest flight from Des Moines to Denver takes 1h 49m

Direct flights go from Des Moines to Denver every day.

There is 1 airport in Denver. From Des Moines there are direct flights to Denver Intl (DEN).

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How far is Des Moines to Denver Intl by plane?
The distance between Des Moines and Denver Intl is about 607.8 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 1h 49m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Denver Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Denver Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Denver Intl Airport?
There are 4 operators available for flights from Des Moines Airport to Denver Intl Airport as of September 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Denver Intl 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 Denver Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Denver Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Denver Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Denver Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Des Moines to Denver?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Des Moines to Denver is Airbus A319, representing 18.85% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) at 17.69%, Boeing 737-800 at 16.74%, and Airbus A320neo at 9.07%.
What is the most popular airline from Des Moines to Denver?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Des Moines to Denver is United Airlines, representing 47% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Frontier at 41%, Southwest at 12%, and JetBlue at 1%.

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Frontier	PriceFrom $60	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.6 2,601 reviews	Search Frontier flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $165	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,212 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $187	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,192 reviews	Search Southwest flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $241	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 3,038 reviews	Search JetBlue flights

Southwest Flights From Des Moines to Denver
Across 6 Southwest flights from Des Moines to Denver this week, the average price was $294, with the best Southwest deals starting from $187 round-trip. 4,192 users have rated Southwest on momondo, with an average score of 8.0/10.
United Airlines Flights From Des Moines to Denver
United Airlines is also a popular choice for this route. United Airlines flight deals for Des Moines to Denver start from as low as $165 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average United Airlines deals seen on momondo around $308. United Airlines operates 32 flights to Denver from Des Moines in an average week. Users have rated it 7.4/10 across 10,212 reviews.

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