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

American Airlines and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Des Moines to Reno

What airlines fly to Reno?

Southwest, United Airlines and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Reno from Des Moines according to our data. Southwest is the first choice among our users, with 54% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Reno. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Reno on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Des Moines and Reno?

Denver (DEN) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Des Moines to Reno?

Flights via Las Vegas (LAS) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $397.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Des Moines to Reno?

Las Vegas (LAS) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 25m.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Des Moines to Reno?

Flights connecting via Las Vegas (LAS) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 6h 05m.

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

Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Reno Airport are updated daily.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Des Moines Airport to Reno Airport is 3 as of November 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Reno Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to Reno Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Reno Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Reno Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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9:18 pm - 4:32 pmDSM Des Moines-RNO Reno

21h 14m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

12:35 pm - 9:23 pmRNO Reno-DSM Des Moines

6h 48m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$251Multiple Airlines

Mon, Dec 14 - Thu, Dec 17

1:57 pm - 1:11 pmDSM Des Moines-RNO Reno

25h 14m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

7:51 pm - 2:34 pmRNO Reno-DSM Des Moines

16h 43m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$253Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jan 11 - Thu, Jan 14

11:00 am - 5:06 pmDSM Des Moines-RNO Reno

32h 06m2 stops Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

6:01 pm - 5:04 pmRNO Reno-DSM Des Moines

21h 03m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$269Multiple Airlines

Wed, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 27

9:00 am - 12:41 pmDSM Des Moines-RNO Reno

5h 41m1 stop Denver Intl

2:05 pm - 11:15 pmRNO Reno-DSM Des Moines

7h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$399United Airlines

Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10

2:27 pm - 6:40 pmDSM Des Moines-RNO Reno

6h 13m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

7:00 am - 4:11 pmRNO Reno-DSM Des Moines

7h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$399American Airlines

Wed, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 27

3:31 pm - 10:59 pmDSM Des Moines-RNO Reno

9h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

7:20 am - 6:02 pmRNO Reno-DSM Des Moines

8h 42m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$399American Airlines

Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15

1:28 pm - 5:51 pmDSM Des Moines-RNO Reno

6h 23m1 stop Denver Intl

8:00 am - 8:31 pmRNO Reno-DSM Des Moines

10h 31m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl

$404United Airlines

Mon, Feb 15 - Thu, Feb 18

3:31 pm - 10:59 pmDSM Des Moines-RNO Reno

9h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

10:02 am - 11:30 pmRNO Reno-DSM Des Moines

11h 28m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$404American Airlines

Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15

6:55 am - 2:20 pmDSM Des Moines-RNO Reno

9h 25m2 stops Denver Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

10:45 am - 8:40 pmRNO Reno-DSM Des Moines

7h 55m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl

$409Southwest

Mon, Jan 11 - Thu, Jan 14

7:15 pm - 10:20 pmDSM Des Moines-RNO Reno

5h 05m1 stop Denver Intl

8:05 am - 5:50 pmRNO Reno-DSM Des Moines

7h 45m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$425Southwest

Sun, Dec 13 - Tue, Dec 15

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Southwest

Dec 13

DSM7:15 pmDes Moines

5h 05m

1 stop

RNO10:20 pmReno

Dec 15

RNO8:05 amReno

7h 45m

1 stop

DSM5:50 pmDes Moines

$425

Southwest

Mar 3

DSM10:50 amDes Moines

5h 30m

1 stop

RNO2:20 pmReno

Mar 8

RNO10:55 amReno

5h 35m

1 stop

DSM6:30 pmDes Moines

$443

Southwest

Dec 14

DSM6:30 pmDes Moines

5h 20m

1 stop

RNO9:50 pmReno

Dec 21

RNO11:10 amReno

9h 25m

2 stops

DSM10:35 pmDes Moines

$454

United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Reno

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United Airlines

Dec 3

DSM9:00 amDes Moines

5h 41m

1 stop

RNO12:41 pmReno

Dec 10

RNO2:05 pmReno

7h 10m

1 stop

DSM11:15 pmDes Moines

$399

United Airlines

Dec 5

DSM1:23 pmDes Moines

6h 24m

1 stop

RNO5:47 pmReno

Dec 12

RNO9:00 amReno

8h 19m

2 stops

DSM7:19 pmDes Moines

$424

United Airlines

Dec 13

DSM9:00 amDes Moines

5h 41m

1 stop

RNO12:41 pmReno

Dec 15

RNO5:30 amReno

9h 44m

2 stops

DSM5:14 pmDes Moines

$430

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12:35 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$251

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6:01 pm-5:04 pm

1 stop21h 03m

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3:31 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop9h 28m

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7:20 am-6:02 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$399

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Mon 2/15

1:28 pm-5:51 pm

1 stop6h 23m

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Thu 2/18

8:00 am-8:31 pm

2 stops10h 31m

$404

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DSM Des Moines - RNO Reno

DSMRNO

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Tue 12/8

3:31 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop9h 28m

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Tue 12/15

10:02 am-11:30 pm

2 stops11h 28m

$404

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DSM Des Moines - RNO Reno

DSMRNO

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Mon 1/11

6:55 am-2:20 pm

2 stops9h 25m

Reno

Thu 1/14

10:45 am-8:40 pm

2 stops7h 55m

$409

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Sun 12/13

7:15 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Reno

Tue 12/15

8:05 am-5:50 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$425

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The best one-way flight to Reno from Des Moines in the past 72 hours is $235. The best round-trip flight deal from Des Moines to Reno found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $251.

The fastest flight from Des Moines to Reno takes 5h 36m

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How far is Des Moines to Reno by plane?
The distance between Des Moines and Reno is about 1375.6 mi. Flights usually cover this in 5h 36m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Reno Airport?
Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Reno Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Reno Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Des Moines Airport to Reno Airport is 3 as of November 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Reno Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to Reno Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Reno Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Reno Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Des Moines to Reno?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Des Moines to Reno is Southwest, representing 54% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are United Airlines at 34% and American Airlines at 13%.

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United Airlines	PriceFrom $307	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,472 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $356	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,227 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $398	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,219 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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