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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Kansas City from $132

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 7/29. 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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Southwest Logo
3:35 pm - 7:15 pm
DSM
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MCI
3h 40m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:05 am - 11:35 am
MCI
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DSM
6h 30m
1 stop
$347Southwest
Sat, Jul 18 - Sat, Jul 25
Southwest Logo
5:10 am - 3:10 pm
DSM
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MCI
10h 00m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
5:05 am - 11:35 am
MCI
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DSM
6h 30m
1 stop
$352Southwest
Sat, Jul 18 - Sat, Jul 25
Southwest Logo
2:40 pm - 11:10 pm
DSM
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MCI
8h 30m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
1:40 pm - 10:10 pm
MCI
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DSM
8h 30m
2 stops
$357Southwest
Tue, Aug 4 - Thu, Aug 6
Southwest Logo
5:10 am - 3:10 pm
DSM
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MCI
10h 00m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
1:50 pm - 10:55 pm
MCI
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DSM
9h 05m
2 stops
$363Southwest
Sat, Jul 18 - Sat, Jul 25
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:01 pm - 1:00 pm
DSM
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MCI
14h 59m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:40 am - 10:15 pm
MCI
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DSM
11h 35m
1 stop
$372Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jul 13 - Fri, Jul 17
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:19 pm - 1:00 pm
DSM
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MCI
22h 41m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:40 am - 10:15 pm
MCI
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DSM
11h 35m
1 stop
$386Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jul 13 - Fri, Jul 17
Southwest Logo
6:10 am - 12:45 pm
DSM
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MCI
6h 35m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
7:55 pm - 11:35 pm
MCI
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DSM
3h 40m
1 stop
$387Southwest
Thu, Jul 16 - Thu, Jul 16
Southwest Logo
5:10 am - 9:30 am
DSM
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MCI
4h 20m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
1:45 pm - 11:35 pm
MCI
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DSM
9h 50m
2 stops
$392Southwest
Thu, Jul 16 - Thu, Jul 16
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4:40 pm - 12:15 am
DSM
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MCI
7h 35m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
1:45 pm - 11:35 pm
MCI
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DSM
9h 50m
2 stops
$397Southwest
Mon, Jul 13 - Fri, Jul 17
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5:10 am - 12:45 pm
DSM
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MCI
7h 35m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
1:50 pm - 10:55 pm
MCI
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DSM
9h 05m
2 stops
$420Southwest
Sat, Jul 18 - Sat, Jul 18

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Southwest flights from Des Moines to Kansas City

Our best Southwest deals on Des Moines to Kansas City flight tickets
Southwest
Jul 18
DSM3:35 pmDes Moines
3h 40m
1 stop
MCI7:15 pmKansas City
Jul 25
MCI5:05 amKansas City
6h 30m
1 stop
DSM11:35 amDes Moines
$347
Southwest
Jul 18
DSM5:10 amDes Moines
10h 00m
2 stops
MCI3:10 pmKansas City
Jul 25
MCI5:05 amKansas City
6h 30m
1 stop
DSM11:35 amDes Moines
$352
Southwest
Aug 4
DSM2:40 pmDes Moines
8h 30m
2 stops
MCI11:10 pmKansas City
Aug 6
MCI1:40 pmKansas City
8h 30m
2 stops
DSM10:10 pmDes Moines
$357

United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Kansas City

Our best United Airlines deals on Des Moines to Kansas City flight tickets
United Airlines
Sep 1
DSM9:13 amDes Moines
11h 21m
1 stop
MCI8:34 pmKansas City
Sep 2
MCI6:00 amKansas City
10h 19m
1 stop
DSM4:19 pmDes Moines
$587
United Airlines
Sep 1
DSM9:13 amDes Moines
11h 21m
1 stop
MCI8:34 pmKansas City
Sep 2
MCI6:00 amKansas City
10h 19m
1 stop
DSM4:19 pmDes Moines
$607
United Airlines
Aug 1
DSM6:50 pmDes Moines
4h 27m
1 stop
MCI11:17 pmKansas City
Aug 8
MCI6:00 amKansas City
4h 17m
1 stop
DSM10:17 amDes Moines
$931

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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 June 21, 2026.
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Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Sat 7/18

3:35 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop3h 40m

Kansas City

Sat 7/25

5:05 am-11:35 am

1 stop6h 30m

$347

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Sat 7/18

5:10 am-3:10 pm

2 stops10h 00m

Kansas City

Sat 7/25

5:05 am-11:35 am

1 stop6h 30m

$352

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Tue 8/4

2:40 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops8h 30m

Kansas City

Thu 8/6

1:40 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops8h 30m

$357

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Sat 7/18

5:10 am-3:10 pm

2 stops10h 00m

Kansas City

Sat 7/25

1:50 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops9h 05m

$363

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Mon 7/13

10:01 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops14h 59m

Kansas City

Fri 7/17

10:40 am-10:15 pm

1 stop11h 35m

$372

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Mon 7/13

2:19 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop22h 41m

Kansas City

Fri 7/17

10:40 am-10:15 pm

1 stop11h 35m

$386

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Thu 7/16

6:10 am-12:45 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Kansas City

Thu 7/16

7:55 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop3h 40m

$387

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Thu 7/16

5:10 am-9:30 am

1 stop4h 20m

Kansas City

Thu 7/16

1:45 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops9h 50m

$392

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Mon 7/13

4:40 pm-12:15 am

2 stops7h 35m

Kansas City

Fri 7/17

1:45 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops9h 50m

$397

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Sat 7/18

5:10 am-12:45 pm

2 stops7h 35m

Kansas City

Sat 7/18

1:50 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops9h 05m

$420

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Fastest flight time

3h 40m

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The fastest flight from Des Moines to Kansas City takes 3h 40m
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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 3h 40m, 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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