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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines from $100

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3:39 pm - 2:00 pm
DTW
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DSM
23h 21m1 stop
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8:29 pm - 9:58 pm
DSM
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DTW
24h 29m2 stops
$268Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 1 - Mon, Jan 5
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3:39 pm - 2:00 pm
DTW
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DSM
23h 21m1 stop
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6:35 am - 8:43 am
DSM
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DTW
25h 08m1 stop
$272Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 1 - Mon, Jan 5
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12:19 pm - 7:23 pm
DTW
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DSM
8h 04m1 stop
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2:08 pm - 5:40 pm
DSM
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DTW
26h 32m1 stop
$275Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 16 - Mon, Jan 19
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12:19 pm - 7:23 pm
DTW
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DSM
8h 04m1 stop
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8:18 pm - 10:08 pm
DSM
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DTW
24h 50m2 stops
$278Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 16 - Mon, Jan 19
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6:30 am - 9:27 pm
DTW
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DSM
15h 57m1 stop
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7:30 am - 6:25 pm
DSM
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DTW
9h 55m1 stop
$393Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jun 11 - Sun, Jun 14
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6:00 am - 1:46 pm
DTW
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DSM
8h 46m1 stop
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7:35 am - 4:25 pm
DSM
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DTW
7h 50m1 stop
$397Multiple Airlines
Sun, May 17 - Fri, May 22
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7:55 pm - 8:45 pm
DTW
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DSM
1h 50mnonstop
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6:20 am - 9:08 am
DSM
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DTW
1h 48mnonstop
$399Delta
Tue, Jun 9 - Sun, Jun 14
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7:00 am - 10:15 am
DTW
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DSM
4h 15m1 stop
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5:25 pm - 8:13 pm
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1h 48mnonstop
$409Delta
Tue, Jun 9 - Sun, Jun 14
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5:10 am - 10:50 am
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6h 40m2 stops
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5:20 am - 3:30 pm
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9h 10m2 stops
$416Southwest
Fri, Jan 16 - Mon, Jan 19
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7:00 am - 10:15 am
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4h 15m1 stop
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5:35 pm - 10:30 pm
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3h 55m1 stop
$419Delta
Tue, Jun 9 - Mon, Jun 15

United Airlines flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines

Our best United Airlines deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines flight tickets
United Airlines
Mar 5
DTW5:45 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 38m
2 stops
DSM1:23 pmDes Moines
Mar 9
DSM6:49 pmDes Moines
3h 45m
1 stop
DTW11:34 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$494
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United Airlines
Jan 2
DTW7:15 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 35m
1 stop
DSM10:50 amDes Moines
Jan 6
DSM6:48 pmDes Moines
17h 33m
1 stop
DTW1:21 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$526
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United Airlines
Jan 1
DTW5:49 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
16h 51m
1 stop
DSM9:40 pmDes Moines
Jan 5
DSM3:14 pmDes Moines
6h 16m
1 stop
DTW10:30 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$537
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American Airlines flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines

Our best American Airlines deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines flight tickets
American Airlines
Dec 31
DTW6:39 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
14h 36m
1 stop
DSM8:15 amDes Moines
Jan 4
DSM6:52 pmDes Moines
6h 28m
1 stop
DTW2:20 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$451
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American Airlines
Jan 2
DTW5:11 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 26m
1 stop
DSM12:37 amDes Moines
Jan 6
DSM5:01 pmDes Moines
18h 20m
1 stop
DTW12:21 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$470
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American Airlines
Dec 23
DTW6:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 21m
1 stop
DSM1:21 pmDes Moines
Dec 28
DSM6:26 pmDes Moines
5h 18m
1 stop
DTW12:44 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$639
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DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/1

3:39 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop23h 21m

Des Moines

Mon 1/5

8:29 pm-9:58 pm

2 stops24h 29m

$268

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/1

3:39 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop23h 21m

Des Moines

Mon 1/5

6:35 am-8:43 am

1 stop25h 08m

$272

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/16

12:19 pm-7:23 pm

1 stop8h 04m

Des Moines

Mon 1/19

2:08 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop26h 32m

$275

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/16

12:19 pm-7:23 pm

1 stop8h 04m

Des Moines

Mon 1/19

8:18 pm-10:08 pm

2 stops24h 50m

$278

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/11

6:30 am-9:27 pm

1 stop15h 57m

Des Moines

Sun 6/14

7:30 am-6:25 pm

1 stop9h 55m

$393

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 5/17

6:00 am-1:46 pm

1 stop8h 46m

Des Moines

Fri 5/22

7:35 am-4:25 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$397

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/9

7:55 pm-8:45 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Des Moines

Sun 6/14

6:20 am-9:08 am

Nonstop1h 48m

$399

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/9

7:00 am-10:15 am

1 stop4h 15m

Des Moines

Sun 6/14

5:25 pm-8:13 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

$409

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/16

5:10 am-10:50 am

2 stops6h 40m

Des Moines

Mon 1/19

5:20 am-3:30 pm

2 stops9h 10m

$416

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/9

7:00 am-10:15 am

1 stop4h 15m

Des Moines

Mon 6/15

5:35 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop3h 55m

$419

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re not able to fly to Des Moines in July, then June is your next best option. Flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines during June average around $379.

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 Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Des Moines on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $409. Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Des Moines on a Tuesday will generally be more expensive and average around $557. 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 $409. 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.

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Best Price Found

$589

Fastest flight time

1h 50m

Direct flights

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu and Sun

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 $589
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 and Sunday. 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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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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DeltaPriceFrom $314Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,005 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 11 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 $433. Our users have rated Delta at 7.9/10.

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