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American Airlines Logo
2:07 pm - 10:40 pm
DSM
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GNV
7h 33m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
4:30 pm - 11:23 pm
GNV
-
DSM
7h 53m1 stop
$607American Airlines
Mon, Jan 5 - Fri, Jan 9
Delta Logo
12:04 pm - 10:29 pm
DSM
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GNV
9h 25m2 stops
Delta Logo
6:27 pm - 10:29 pm
GNV
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DSM
5h 02m1 stop
$612Delta
Mon, Jan 5 - Fri, Jan 9
American Airlines Logo
1:25 pm - 11:59 pm
DSM
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GNV
9h 34m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
6:35 am - 4:24 pm
GNV
-
DSM
10h 49m2 stops
$617American Airlines
Mon, Jan 5 - Fri, Jan 9
Delta Logo
5:35 am - 11:20 am
DSM
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GNV
4h 45m1 stop
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 12:14 pm
GNV
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DSM
7h 14m1 stop
$643Delta
Sun, Jan 4 - Thu, Jan 8
Delta Logo
5:35 am - 11:20 am
DSM
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GNV
4h 45m1 stop
Delta Logo
10:11 am - 8:54 pm
GNV
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DSM
11h 43m2 stops
$648Delta
Sun, Jan 4 - Thu, Jan 8
American Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 4:32 pm
DSM
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GNV
9h 02m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 3:15 pm
GNV
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DSM
10h 15m2 stops
$732American Airlines
Sun, Jan 4 - Thu, Jan 8

American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Gainesville

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American Airlines
Jan 5
DSM2:07 pmDes Moines
7h 33m
1 stop
GNV10:40 pmGainesville Regional
Jan 9
GNV4:30 pmGainesville Regional
7h 53m
1 stop
DSM11:23 pmDes Moines
American Airlines
Jan 5
DSM1:25 pmDes Moines
9h 34m
2 stops
GNV11:59 pmGainesville Regional
Jan 9
GNV6:35 amGainesville Regional
10h 49m
2 stops
DSM4:24 pmDes Moines
American Airlines
Jan 4
DSM6:30 amDes Moines
9h 02m
2 stops
GNV4:32 pmGainesville Regional
Jan 8
GNV6:00 amGainesville Regional
10h 15m
2 stops
DSM3:15 pmDes Moines

Delta flights from Des Moines to Gainesville

Our best Delta deals on Des Moines to Gainesville flight tickets
Delta
Jan 5
DSM12:04 pmDes Moines
9h 25m
2 stops
GNV10:29 pmGainesville Regional
Jan 9
GNV6:27 pmGainesville Regional
5h 02m
1 stop
DSM10:29 pmDes Moines
Delta
Jan 4
DSM5:35 amDes Moines
4h 45m
1 stop
GNV11:20 amGainesville Regional
Jan 8
GNV6:00 amGainesville Regional
7h 14m
1 stop
DSM12:14 pmDes Moines
Delta
Jan 4
DSM5:35 amDes Moines
4h 45m
1 stop
GNV11:20 amGainesville Regional
Jan 8
GNV10:11 amGainesville Regional
11h 43m
2 stops
DSM8:54 pmDes Moines

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Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesGainesville

DSM - GNV

DSMGNV

Des Moines

Mon 1/5

2:07 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop7h 33m

Gainesville Regional

Fri 1/9

4:30 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop7h 53m

$607

Des MoinesGainesville

DSM - GNV

DSMGNV

Des Moines

Mon 1/5

12:04 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops9h 25m

Gainesville Regional

Fri 1/9

6:27 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop5h 02m

$612

Des MoinesGainesville

DSM - GNV

DSMGNV

Des Moines

Mon 1/5

1:25 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops9h 34m

Gainesville Regional

Fri 1/9

6:35 am-4:24 pm

2 stops10h 49m

$617

Des MoinesGainesville

DSM - GNV

DSMGNV

Des Moines

Sun 1/4

5:35 am-11:20 am

1 stop4h 45m

Gainesville Regional

Thu 1/8

6:00 am-12:14 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$643

Des MoinesGainesville

DSM - GNV

DSMGNV

Des Moines

Sun 1/4

5:35 am-11:20 am

1 stop4h 45m

Gainesville Regional

Thu 1/8

10:11 am-8:54 pm

2 stops11h 43m

$648

Des MoinesGainesville

DSM - GNV

DSMGNV

Des Moines

Sun 1/4

6:30 am-4:32 pm

2 stops9h 02m

Gainesville Regional

Thu 1/8

6:00 am-3:15 pm

2 stops10h 15m

$732

Des MoinesGainesville

DSM - GNV

DSMGNV

Des Moines

Sun 1/18

5:35 am-1:26 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$274

Des MoinesGainesville

DSM - GNV

DSMGNV

Des Moines

Sun 1/18

11:42 am-11:57 pm

2 stops11h 15m

$279

Des MoinesGainesville

DSM - GNV

DSMGNV

Des Moines

Wed 12/31

6:41 am-3:02 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$365

Des MoinesGainesville

DSM - GNV

DSMGNV

Des Moines

Wed 12/31

6:15 am-4:37 pm

2 stops9h 22m

$370

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Gainesville is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $410. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from Des Moines to Gainesville on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around $651. 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 Gainesville?

At noon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Des Moines to Gainesville when you can find flight prices for as low as $428. Flying to Gainesville at noon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights to Gainesville are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $716. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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Fastest flight time

8h 13m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Des Moines to Gainesville takes 8h 13m
There are no direct flights from Des Moines to Gainesville. There are no popular flight routes from Des Moines to Gainesville.
  • How far is Des Moines to Gainesville Regional by plane?

    A flight from Des Moines to Gainesville Regional will travel around 1037.9 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 8h 13m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Gainesville Regional Airport?

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

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Gainesville Regional Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Gainesville Regional 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 Gainesville Regional Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Gainesville Regional Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Gainesville Regional 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 Gainesville Regional Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular airline from Des Moines to Gainesville?

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DeltaPriceFrom $336Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,014 reviews
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