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Frontier Logo
2:32 pm - 3:39 pmDSM-DEN
2h 07mnonstop
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11:01 am - 1:47 pmDEN-DSM
1h 46mnonstop
$94Frontier
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Sun, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 3
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7:58 pm - 9:09 pmDSM-DEN
2h 11mnonstop
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4:59 pm - 7:44 pmDEN-DSM
1h 45mnonstop
$95Frontier
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Mon, Dec 8 - Sat, Dec 20
United Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 6:20 pmDSM-DEN
2h 05mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
6:02 pm - 8:48 pmDEN-DSM
1h 46mnonstop
$147United Airlines
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Sat, Dec 6 - Mon, Dec 15
United Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 6:20 pmDSM-DEN
2h 05mnonstop
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6:02 pm - 8:48 pmDEN-DSM
1h 46mnonstop
$157United Airlines
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Fri, Dec 12 - Mon, Dec 15
American Airlines Logo
3:18 pm - 11:05 pmDSM-DEN
8h 47m1 stop
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6:21 am - 2:33 pmDEN-DSM
7h 12m1 stop
$159American Airlines
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Fri, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 8
American Airlines Logo
4:49 pm - 10:53 pmDSM-DEN
7h 04m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:21 pm - 11:45 pmDEN-DSM
5h 24m1 stop
$160American Airlines
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Fri, Dec 5 - Fri, Dec 12
Southwest Logo
4:10 pm - 9:30 pmDSM-DEN
6h 20m1 stop
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5:15 pm - 7:55 pmDEN-DSM
1h 40mnonstop
$161Southwest
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Fri, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 16
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2:41 pm - 3:48 pmDSM-DEN
2h 07mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 9:12 pmDEN-DSM
13h 12m1 stop
$168Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Nov 6 - Thu, Nov 13
Southwest Logo
4:10 pm - 9:30 pmDSM-DEN
6h 20m1 stop
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3:55 pm - 9:35 pmDEN-DSM
4h 40m1 stop
$171Southwest
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Fri, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:28 pm - 9:04 amDSM-DEN
14h 36m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:18 pm - 7:03 pmDEN-DSM
1h 45mnonstop
$172Multiple Airlines
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Fri, Dec 5 - Fri, Dec 12

United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Denver

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United Airlines
Dec 6
DSM5:15 pmDes Moines
2h 05m
DEN6:20 pmDenver Intl
Dec 15
DEN6:02 pmDenver Intl
1h 46m
DSM8:48 pmDes Moines
$147
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United Airlines
Dec 12
DSM5:15 pmDes Moines
2h 05m
DEN6:20 pmDenver Intl
Dec 15
DEN6:02 pmDenver Intl
1h 46m
DSM8:48 pmDes Moines
$157
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United Airlines
Nov 13
DSM5:45 amDes Moines
2h 08m
DEN6:53 amDenver Intl
Nov 18
DEN8:51 pmDenver Intl
1h 53m
DSM11:44 pmDes Moines
$167
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American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Denver

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American Airlines
Dec 5
DSM3:18 pmDes Moines
8h 47m
1 stop
DEN11:05 pmDenver Intl
Dec 8
DEN6:21 amDenver Intl
7h 12m
1 stop
DSM2:33 pmDes Moines
$159
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American Airlines
Dec 5
DSM4:49 pmDes Moines
7h 04m
1 stop
DEN10:53 pmDenver Intl
Dec 12
DEN5:21 pmDenver Intl
5h 24m
1 stop
DSM11:45 pmDes Moines
$160
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American Airlines
Dec 3
DSM5:35 amDes Moines
7h 08m
1 stop
DEN11:43 amDenver Intl
Dec 7
DEN8:00 amDenver Intl
7h 40m
1 stop
DSM4:40 pmDes Moines
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Des MoinesDenver

DSM - DEN

DSMDEN

Des Moines

Sun 11/2

2:32 pm-3:39 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

Denver Intl

Mon 11/3

11:01 am-1:47 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

$94

Des MoinesDenver

DSM - DEN

DSMDEN

Des Moines

Mon 12/8

7:58 pm-9:09 pm

Nonstop2h 11m

Denver Intl

Sat 12/20

4:59 pm-7:44 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$95

Des MoinesDenver

DSM - DEN

DSMDEN

Des Moines

Sat 12/6

5:15 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Denver Intl

Mon 12/15

6:02 pm-8:48 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

$147

Des MoinesDenver

DSM - DEN

DSMDEN

Des Moines

Fri 12/12

5:15 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Denver Intl

Mon 12/15

6:02 pm-8:48 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

$157

Des MoinesDenver

DSM - DEN

DSMDEN

Des Moines

Fri 12/5

3:18 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop8h 47m

Denver Intl

Mon 12/8

6:21 am-2:33 pm

1 stop7h 12m

$159

Des MoinesDenver

DSM - DEN

DSMDEN

Des Moines

Fri 12/5

4:49 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop7h 04m

Denver Intl

Fri 12/12

5:21 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop5h 24m

$160

Des MoinesDenver

DSM - DEN

DSMDEN

Des Moines

Fri 12/12

4:10 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Denver Intl

Tue 12/16

5:15 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$161

Des MoinesDenver

DSM - DEN

DSMDEN

Des Moines

Thu 11/6

2:41 pm-3:48 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

Denver Intl

Thu 11/13

7:00 am-9:12 pm

1 stop13h 12m

$168

Des MoinesDenver

DSM - DEN

DSMDEN

Des Moines

Fri 12/12

4:10 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Denver Intl

Tue 12/16

3:55 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$171

Des MoinesDenver

DSM - DEN

DSMDEN

Des Moines

Fri 12/5

7:28 pm-9:04 am

1 stop14h 36m

Denver Intl

Fri 12/12

4:18 pm-7:03 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$172

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Denver?

The cheapest month to fly to Denver from Des Moines is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around $157, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Denver in November, then you should wait until September to fly from Des Moines, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $158.

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 $334. 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 $581.

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 $185. 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 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 $236 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 $172 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Des Moines to Denver Intl 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 October 2025, prices for Des Moines to Denver flights are approximately 53% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Des Moines to Denver

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Des Moines to Denver according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$167

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 $167. The best round-trip flight deal from Des Moines to Denver found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $234.
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 near Denver: 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 2h 00m.

  • 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?

  • 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?

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Best airlines flying from Des Moines to Denver

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
FrontierPriceFrom $58Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,130 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $140Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,988 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $148Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,237 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From Des Moines to Denver

    Across 5 Southwest flights from Des Moines to Denver this week, the average price was $276, with the best Southwest deals starting from $148 round-trip. 4,237 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 $140 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average United Airlines deals seen on momondo around $297. United Airlines operates 28 flights to Denver from Des Moines in an average week. Users have rated it 7.4/10 across 8,988 reviews.

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