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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Kansas City from $195

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7:30 am - 2:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-MCI Kansas City
6h 40m1 stop Nashville Intl
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3:00 pm - 9:45 pmMCI  Kansas City-DSM Des Moines
6h 45m1 stop Denver Intl
$407Southwest
Thu, Mar 4 - Mon, Mar 8
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6:30 am - 4:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-MCI Kansas City
9h 40m2 stops Denver Intl Lambert-St Louis
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4:55 pm - 9:45 pmMCI  Kansas City-DSM Des Moines
4h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
$412Southwest
Thu, Mar 4 - Mon, Mar 8
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7:30 am - 4:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-MCI Kansas City
8h 40m2 stops Nashville Intl Lambert-St Louis
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2:55 pm - 11:10 pmMCI  Kansas City-DSM Des Moines
8h 15m2 stops Dallas Love Field Chicago Midway
$417Southwest
Thu, Mar 4 - Mon, Mar 8
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3:30 pm - 10:20 pmDSM  Des Moines-MCI Kansas City
6h 50m1 stop Chicago Midway
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9:40 am - 6:35 pmMCI  Kansas City-DSM Des Moines
8h 55m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$427Southwest
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
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6:00 am - 2:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-MCI Kansas City
8h 10m2 stops Chicago Midway Nashville Intl
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9:40 am - 6:35 pmMCI  Kansas City-DSM Des Moines
8h 55m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$432Southwest
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
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6:00 am - 1:45 pmDSM  Des Moines-MCI Kansas City
7h 45m2 stops Chicago Midway Lambert-St Louis
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12:40 pm - 11:05 pmMCI  Kansas City-DSM Des Moines
10h 25m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Chicago Midway
$443Southwest
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
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3:30 pm - 10:20 pmDSM  Des Moines-MCI Kansas City
6h 50m1 stop Chicago Midway
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9:40 am - 6:35 pmMCI  Kansas City-DSM Des Moines
8h 55m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$501Southwest
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
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6:00 am - 2:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-MCI Kansas City
8h 10m2 stops Chicago Midway Nashville Intl
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6:45 am - 1:10 pmMCI  Kansas City-DSM Des Moines
6h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
$506Southwest
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
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6:00 am - 2:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-MCI Kansas City
8h 10m2 stops Chicago Midway Nashville Intl
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4:30 pm - 11:05 pmMCI  Kansas City-DSM Des Moines
6h 35m2 stops Nashville Intl Chicago Midway
$511Southwest
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
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3:20 pm - 11:07 pmDSM  Des Moines-MCI Kansas City
7h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 am - 9:25 pmMCI  Kansas City-DSM Des Moines
15h 25m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$643United Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10

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United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Kansas City

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United Airlines
Dec 7
DSM3:20 pmDes Moines
7h 47m
1 stop
MCI11:07 pmKansas City
Dec 10
MCI6:00 amKansas City
15h 25m
1 stop
DSM9:25 pmDes Moines
$643
United Airlines
Dec 7
DSM6:18 pmDes Moines
16h 09m
1 stop
MCI10:27 amKansas City
Dec 10
MCI1:04 pmKansas City
25h 10m
1 stop
DSM2:14 pmDes Moines
$742
United Airlines
Dec 7
DSM3:20 pmDes Moines
7h 47m
1 stop
MCI11:07 pmKansas City
Dec 10
MCI7:36 amKansas City
8h 37m
2 stops
DSM4:13 pmDes Moines
$860

Southwest flights from Des Moines to Kansas City

Our best Southwest deals on Des Moines to Kansas City flight tickets
Southwest
Mar 4
DSM7:30 amDes Moines
6h 40m
1 stop
MCI2:10 pmKansas City
Mar 8
MCI3:00 pmKansas City
6h 45m
1 stop
DSM9:45 pmDes Moines
$407
Southwest
Mar 4
DSM6:30 amDes Moines
9h 40m
2 stops
MCI4:10 pmKansas City
Mar 8
MCI4:55 pmKansas City
4h 50m
1 stop
DSM9:45 pmDes Moines
$412
Southwest
Mar 4
DSM7:30 amDes Moines
8h 40m
2 stops
MCI4:10 pmKansas City
Mar 8
MCI2:55 pmKansas City
8h 15m
2 stops
DSM11:10 pmDes Moines
$417

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DSM Des Moines - MCI Kansas City

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Thu 3/4

7:30 am-2:10 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Kansas City

Mon 3/8

3:00 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$407

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM Des Moines - MCI Kansas City

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Thu 3/4

6:30 am-4:10 pm

2 stops9h 40m

Kansas City

Mon 3/8

4:55 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$412

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM Des Moines - MCI Kansas City

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Thu 3/4

7:30 am-4:10 pm

2 stops8h 40m

Kansas City

Mon 3/8

2:55 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops8h 15m

$417

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM Des Moines - MCI Kansas City

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Thu 12/3

3:30 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Kansas City

Sun 12/6

9:40 am-6:35 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$427

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM Des Moines - MCI Kansas City

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Thu 12/3

6:00 am-2:10 pm

2 stops8h 10m

Kansas City

Sun 12/6

9:40 am-6:35 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$432

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM Des Moines - MCI Kansas City

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Thu 12/3

6:00 am-1:45 pm

2 stops7h 45m

Kansas City

Sun 12/6

12:40 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops10h 25m

$443

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM Des Moines - MCI Kansas City

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Wed 11/18

3:30 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Kansas City

Sun 11/22

9:40 am-6:35 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$501

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM Des Moines - MCI Kansas City

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Wed 11/18

6:00 am-2:10 pm

2 stops8h 10m

Kansas City

Sun 11/22

6:45 am-1:10 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$506

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM Des Moines - MCI Kansas City

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Wed 11/18

6:00 am-2:10 pm

2 stops8h 10m

Kansas City

Sun 11/22

4:30 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops6h 35m

$511

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM Des Moines - MCI Kansas City

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Mon 12/7

3:20 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop7h 47m

Kansas City

Thu 12/10

6:00 am-9:25 pm

1 stop15h 25m

$643

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What is the cheapest airline that flies from Des Moines to Kansas City?

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Best Price Found

$195

Fastest flight time

6h 40m

Direct flights

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The best one-way flight to Kansas City from Des Moines in the past 72 hours is $195. The best round-trip flight deal from Des Moines to Kansas City found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $407.
The fastest flight from Des Moines to Kansas City takes 6h 40m
There are no direct flights from Des Moines to Kansas City. There are no popular flight routes from Des Moines to Kansas City.
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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 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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