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

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

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

The number of operators available for flights from Des Moines Airport to Kansas City Airport is 1 as of November 2025.

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

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kansas City Airport?

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

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8:30 am - 11:33 pmDSM-MCI

15h 03m1 stop

7:00 am - 3:40 pmMCI-DSM

8h 40m1 stop

$252Multiple Airlines

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Thu, Jan 8 - Thu, Jan 15

8:30 am - 7:26 pmDSM-MCI

34h 56m2 stops

11:26 am - 10:46 pmMCI-DSM

11h 20m1 stop

$264Multiple Airlines

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Thu, Jan 8 - Thu, Jan 15

7:00 am - 11:33 pmDSM-MCI

16h 33m2 stops

11:26 am - 3:40 pmMCI-DSM

28h 14m2 stops

$365Multiple Airlines

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Thu, Jan 8 - Thu, Jan 15

7:28 pm - 5:56 pmDSM-MCI

22h 28m2 stops

4:35 pm - 8:41 amMCI-DSM

16h 06m2 stops

$389Multiple Airlines

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Fri, Dec 12 - Sun, Dec 14

7:00 am - 10:31 amDSM-MCI

27h 31m3 stops

11:26 am - 3:40 pmMCI-DSM

28h 14m2 stops

$422Multiple Airlines

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Thu, Jan 8 - Thu, Jan 15

7:28 pm - 5:56 pmDSM-MCI

22h 28m3 stops

4:35 pm - 8:41 amMCI-DSM

16h 06m2 stops

$426Multiple Airlines

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Fri, Dec 12 - Sun, Dec 14

6:15 pm - 11:40 pmDSM-MCI

5h 25m1 stop

5:45 am - 11:00 amMCI-DSM

5h 15m1 stop

$431Southwest

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Fri, Dec 12 - Sun, Dec 14

5:45 am - 2:10 pmDSM-MCI

8h 25m2 stops

1:50 pm - 9:00 pmMCI-DSM

7h 10m1 stop

$436Southwest

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Fri, Dec 12 - Sun, Dec 14

5:45 am - 2:20 pmDSM-MCI

8h 35m2 stops

2:40 pm - 11:35 pmMCI-DSM

8h 55m2 stops

$441Southwest

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Fri, Dec 12 - Sun, Dec 14

6:28 pm - 3:06 pmDSM-MCI

20h 38m1 stop

9:10 pm - 8:15 amMCI-DSM

35h 05m1 stop

$483American Airlines

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Fri, Dec 12 - Fri, Dec 19

United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Kansas City

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United Airlines

Jan 8

DSM5:30 amDes Moines

18h 00m

1 stop

MCI11:30 pmKansas City

Jan 15

MCI8:00 amKansas City

13h 50m

1 stop

DSM9:50 pmDes Moines

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United Airlines

Jan 10

DSM7:50 amDes Moines

9h 51m

1 stop

MCI5:41 pmKansas City

Jan 17

MCI8:00 amKansas City

13h 50m

1 stop

DSM9:50 pmDes Moines

$529

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United Airlines

Feb 23

DSM5:03 pmDes Moines

23h 16m

1 stop

MCI4:19 pmKansas City

Feb 26

MCI9:12 amKansas City

11h 29m

1 stop

DSM8:41 pmDes Moines

$559

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American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Kansas City

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American Airlines

Dec 12

DSM5:40 amDes Moines

26h 58m

1 stop

MCI8:38 amKansas City

Dec 19

MCI9:10 pmKansas City

35h 05m

1 stop

DSM8:15 amDes Moines

$483

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American Airlines

Dec 12

DSM4:49 pmDes Moines

22h 17m

1 stop

MCI3:06 pmKansas City

Dec 19

MCI9:10 pmKansas City

35h 05m

1 stop

DSM8:15 amDes Moines

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DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Thu 1/8

8:30 am-11:33 pm

1 stop15h 03m

Kansas City

Thu 1/15

7:00 am-3:40 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$252

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Thu 1/8

8:30 am-7:26 pm

2 stops34h 56m

Kansas City

Thu 1/15

11:26 am-10:46 pm

1 stop11h 20m

$264

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Thu 1/8

7:00 am-11:33 pm

2 stops16h 33m

Kansas City

Thu 1/15

11:26 am-3:40 pm

2 stops28h 14m

$365

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Fri 12/12

7:28 pm-5:56 pm

2 stops22h 28m

Kansas City

Sun 12/14

4:35 pm-8:41 am

2 stops16h 06m

$389

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Thu 1/8

7:00 am-10:31 am

3 stops27h 31m

Kansas City

Thu 1/15

11:26 am-3:40 pm

2 stops28h 14m

$422

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Fri 12/12

7:28 pm-5:56 pm

3 stops22h 28m

Kansas City

Sun 12/14

4:35 pm-8:41 am

2 stops16h 06m

$426

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Fri 12/12

6:15 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Kansas City

Sun 12/14

5:45 am-11:00 am

1 stop5h 15m

$431

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Fri 12/12

5:45 am-2:10 pm

2 stops8h 25m

Kansas City

Sun 12/14

1:50 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$436

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Fri 12/12

5:45 am-2:20 pm

2 stops8h 35m

Kansas City

Sun 12/14

2:40 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops8h 55m

$441

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Fri 12/12

6:28 pm-3:06 pm

1 stop20h 38m

Kansas City

Fri 12/19

9:10 pm-8:15 am

1 stop35h 05m

$483

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Des Moines to Kansas City

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

Flying to Kansas City from Des Moines in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $344 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $351. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

Can stopping save me money on Des Moines to Kansas City flights?

You could potentially save up to 49% on your flight if you consider stops on a Des Moines to Kansas City flight.

When to book flights from Des Moines to Kansas City

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Fastest flight time	15h 03m
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The fastest flight from Des Moines to Kansas City takes 15h 03m

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How far is Des Moines to Kansas City by plane?
The distance between Des Moines and Kansas City is about 180.5 mi. Flights usually cover this in 5h 05m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Kansas City Airport?
Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Kansas City Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Kansas City Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Des Moines Airport to Kansas City Airport is 1 as of November 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Kansas City 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 Kansas City Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kansas City Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Kansas City 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 Kansas City 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 Kansas City?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Des Moines to Kansas City is Southwest, representing 100% of all bookings.

Best airlines flying from Des Moines to Kansas City

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Southwest	PriceFrom $178	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,254 reviews		Search Southwest flights

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