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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines from $105

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7:45 am - 1:31 pm
DTW
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DSM
6h 46m
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2:16 pm - 11:59 pm
DSM
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DTW
8h 43m
1 stop
$224Frontier
Fri, Aug 21 - Mon, Aug 24
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8:00 am - 1:34 pm
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DSM
6h 34m
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2:16 pm - 11:59 pm
DSM
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DTW
8h 43m
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$230Frontier
Mon, Aug 17 - Wed, Aug 19
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7:45 am - 1:31 pm
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DSM
6h 46m
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2:16 pm - 11:59 pm
DSM
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DTW
8h 43m
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$250Frontier
Wed, Aug 19 - Fri, Aug 21
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8:00 am - 1:31 pm
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DSM
6h 31m
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2:16 pm - 11:59 pm
DSM
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DTW
8h 43m
1 stop
$270Frontier
Wed, Jun 10 - Wed, Jun 17
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1:22 pm - 1:31 pm
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DSM
25h 09m
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2:31 pm - 12:24 am
DSM
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DTW
8h 53m
1 stop
$282Frontier
Sun, Aug 23 - Mon, Oct 26
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1:31 pm - 1:31 pm
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DSM
25h 00m
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2:16 pm - 11:59 pm
DSM
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DTW
8h 43m
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$286Frontier
Tue, Jun 9 - Fri, Jun 12
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1:20 pm - 1:31 pm
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DSM
25h 11m
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2:16 pm - 11:59 pm
DSM
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DTW
8h 43m
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$287Frontier
Thu, May 28 - Wed, Jun 3
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7:55 am - 1:31 pm
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DSM
6h 36m
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2:16 pm - 12:46 pm
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21h 30m
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$294Frontier
Mon, Jun 8 - Wed, Jun 10
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8:00 am - 1:31 pm
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6h 31m
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2:26 pm - 11:59 pm
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8h 33m
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$299Frontier
Mon, Jun 15 - Mon, Jun 22
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7:55 am - 1:31 pm
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6h 36m
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2:16 pm - 11:59 pm
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8h 43m
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$300Frontier
Fri, May 29 - Wed, Jun 3

Frontier flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines

Our best Frontier deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines flight tickets
Frontier
Jun 10
DTW8:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 31m
1 stop
DSM1:31 pmDes Moines
Jun 17
DSM2:16 pmDes Moines
8h 43m
1 stop
DTW11:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$270
Frontier
Jun 9
DTW1:31 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
25h 00m
1 stop
DSM1:31 pmDes Moines
Jun 12
DSM2:16 pmDes Moines
8h 43m
1 stop
DTW11:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$286
Frontier
May 28
DTW1:20 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
25h 11m
1 stop
DSM1:31 pmDes Moines
Jun 3
DSM2:16 pmDes Moines
8h 43m
1 stop
DTW11:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$287

Delta flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines

Our best Delta deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines flight tickets
Delta
Jun 19
DTW7:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 56m
DSM8:41 pmDes Moines
Jun 22
DSM5:34 pmDes Moines
1h 53m
DTW8:27 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$399
Delta
Jun 19
DTW7:01 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 13m
1 stop
DSM10:14 amDes Moines
Jun 22
DSM5:34 pmDes Moines
1h 53m
DTW8:27 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$409
Delta
Jun 19
DTW7:01 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 13m
1 stop
DSM10:14 amDes Moines
Jun 21
DSM6:50 amDes Moines
3h 53m
1 stop
DTW11:43 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$419

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DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/21

7:45 am-1:31 pm

1 stop6h 46m

Des Moines

Mon 8/24

2:16 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$224

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/17

8:00 am-1:34 pm

1 stop6h 34m

Des Moines

Wed 8/19

2:16 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$230

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/19

7:45 am-1:31 pm

1 stop6h 46m

Des Moines

Fri 8/21

2:16 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$250

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/10

8:00 am-1:31 pm

1 stop6h 31m

Des Moines

Wed 6/17

2:16 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$270

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/23

1:22 pm-1:31 pm

1 stop25h 09m

Des Moines

Mon 10/26

2:31 pm-12:24 am

1 stop8h 53m

$282

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/9

1:31 pm-1:31 pm

1 stop25h 00m

Des Moines

Fri 6/12

2:16 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$286

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/28

1:20 pm-1:31 pm

1 stop25h 11m

Des Moines

Wed 6/3

2:16 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$287

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 6/8

7:55 am-1:31 pm

1 stop6h 36m

Des Moines

Wed 6/10

2:16 pm-12:46 pm

1 stop21h 30m

$294
Quickest round-trip

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 6/15

8:00 am-1:31 pm

1 stop6h 31m

Des Moines

Mon 6/22

2:26 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 33m

$299

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/29

7:55 am-1:31 pm

1 stop6h 36m

Des Moines

Wed 6/3

2:16 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$300

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Des Moines?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re not able to fly to Des Moines in January, then July is your next best option. Flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines during July average around $329.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Des Moines?

The cheapest day to depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines is on a Saturday. Travelers who choose to depart for Des Moines on a Saturday will often find tickets for as low as $399. Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,037. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Des Moines?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Des Moines is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines in the morning for as low as $439. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $557. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Des Moines flight route?

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Best Price Found

$549

Fastest flight time

1h 50m

Direct flights

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri and Sat

Airports in Des Moines

1 airport
The best flight deal from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $549
The fastest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines takes 1h 50m
Direct flights go from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.
There is 1 airport in Des Moines. From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport there are direct flights to Des Moines (DSM).
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines

  • How far is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Des Moines by plane?

    A flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Des Moines will travel around 529.6 mi. Typically, this will take 1h 50m by plane in normal conditions.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines Airport?

    Prices for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines Airport are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Des Moines Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Des Moines Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines?

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Best airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines

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DeltaPriceFrom $314Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,447 reviews
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  • Delta Flights From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines

    Delta is one of the most popular airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines, operating 19 flights/week on average for this route. A good Delta flight deal for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines starts from $314 round-trip, up to an average price of $469. Our users have rated Delta at 7.9/10.

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