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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Kansas City from $144

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Des Moines to Kansas City departing on 9/20. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Frontier Logo
8:30 pm - 7:37 pm
DSM
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MCI
23h 07m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
10:30 pm - 10:44 am
MCI
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DSM
36h 14m
2 stops
$303Frontier
Fri, Sep 18 - Fri, Sep 25
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 10:41 am
DSM
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MCI
26h 41m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:38 pm - 1:34 pm
MCI
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DSM
23h 56m
1 stop
$321Multiple Airlines
Thu, Aug 27 - Thu, Sep 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 10:41 am
DSM
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MCI
26h 41m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:38 pm - 1:34 pm
MCI
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DSM
23h 56m
1 stop
$325Multiple Airlines
Thu, Aug 27 - Thu, Sep 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 10:41 am
DSM
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MCI
26h 41m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:38 pm - 1:34 pm
MCI
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DSM
23h 56m
1 stop
$328Multiple Airlines
Thu, Aug 27 - Thu, Sep 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:19 pm - 12:53 pm
DSM
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MCI
22h 34m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:26 am - 1:08 pm
MCI
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DSM
49h 42m
2 stops
$350Multiple Airlines
Fri, Aug 28 - Fri, Sep 4
Southwest Logo
3:50 pm - 10:05 pm
DSM
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MCI
6h 15m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:10 am - 11:25 am
MCI
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DSM
6h 15m
1 stop
$357Southwest
Fri, Aug 28 - Mon, Aug 31
Southwest Logo
3:50 pm - 11:15 pm
DSM
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MCI
7h 25m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
5:30 pm - 10:10 pm
MCI
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DSM
4h 40m
1 stop
$362Southwest
Fri, Aug 28 - Mon, Aug 31
Southwest Logo
3:50 pm - 9:50 pm
DSM
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MCI
6h 00m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
4:15 pm - 10:10 pm
MCI
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DSM
5h 55m
2 stops
$367Southwest
Fri, Aug 28 - Mon, Aug 31
Southwest Logo
3:50 pm - 10:05 pm
DSM
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MCI
6h 15m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
3:10 pm - 9:20 pm
MCI
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DSM
6h 10m
1 stop
$377Southwest
Thu, Aug 27 - Thu, Sep 3
Southwest Logo
5:40 am - 2:00 pm
DSM
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MCI
8h 20m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
4:55 pm - 9:20 pm
MCI
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DSM
4h 25m
1 stop
$382Southwest
Mon, Aug 31 - Mon, Sep 7

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American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Kansas City

Our best American Airlines deals on Des Moines to Kansas City flight tickets
American Airlines
Aug 28
DSM1:55 pmDes Moines
34h 15m
1 stop
MCI12:10 amKansas City
Aug 31
MCI9:14 amKansas City
10h 05m
1 stop
DSM7:19 pmDes Moines
$475
American Airlines
Aug 28
DSM1:55 pmDes Moines
34h 15m
1 stop
MCI12:10 amKansas City
Aug 31
MCI9:14 amKansas City
10h 05m
1 stop
DSM7:19 pmDes Moines
$525

United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Kansas City

Our best United Airlines deals on Des Moines to Kansas City flight tickets
United Airlines
Dec 7
DSM1:45 pmDes Moines
23h 07m
1 stop
MCI12:52 pmKansas City
Dec 9
MCI6:00 amKansas City
17h 39m
1 stop
DSM11:39 pmDes Moines
$515
United Airlines
Dec 7
DSM1:45 pmDes Moines
23h 07m
1 stop
MCI12:52 pmKansas City
Dec 9
MCI1:45 pmKansas City
9h 54m
1 stop
DSM11:39 pmDes Moines
$575
United Airlines
Sep 9
DSM5:45 amDes Moines
10h 26m
1 stop
MCI4:11 pmKansas City
Sep 13
MCI9:14 amKansas City
25h 38m
1 stop
DSM10:52 amDes Moines
$591

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Kansas City that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated August 3, 2026.
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Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Fri 9/18

8:30 pm-7:37 pm

1 stop23h 07m

Kansas City

Fri 9/25

10:30 pm-10:44 am

2 stops36h 14m

$303

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Thu 8/27

8:00 am-10:41 am

2 stops26h 41m

Kansas City

Thu 9/3

1:38 pm-1:34 pm

1 stop23h 56m

$321

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Thu 8/27

8:00 am-10:41 am

2 stops26h 41m

Kansas City

Thu 9/3

1:38 pm-1:34 pm

1 stop23h 56m

$325

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Thu 8/27

8:00 am-10:41 am

2 stops26h 41m

Kansas City

Thu 9/3

1:38 pm-1:34 pm

1 stop23h 56m

$328

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Fri 8/28

2:19 pm-12:53 pm

1 stop22h 34m

Kansas City

Fri 9/4

11:26 am-1:08 pm

2 stops49h 42m

$350

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Fri 8/28

3:50 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Kansas City

Mon 8/31

5:10 am-11:25 am

1 stop6h 15m

$357

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Fri 8/28

3:50 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops7h 25m

Kansas City

Mon 8/31

5:30 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$362
Quickest round-trip

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Fri 8/28

3:50 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops6h 00m

Kansas City

Mon 8/31

4:15 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops5h 55m

$367

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Thu 8/27

3:50 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Kansas City

Thu 9/3

3:10 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$377

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Mon 8/31

5:40 am-2:00 pm

2 stops8h 20m

Kansas City

Mon 9/7

4:55 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop4h 25m

$382

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6h 15m

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The fastest flight from Des Moines to Kansas City takes 6h 15m
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Des Moines to Kansas City

  • 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 6h 15m, 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 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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