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Cheap flights from Detroit to Des Moines from $81

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6:00 am - 5:24 pm
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DSM
12h 24m1 stop
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8:18 pm - 8:44 pm
DSM
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DTW
47h 26m2 stops
$272Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 12 - 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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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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6:00 am - 5:24 pm
DTW
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DSM
12h 24m1 stop
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3:34 pm - 1:06 pm
DSM
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DTW
20h 32m1 stop
$285Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 12 - Mon, Jan 19
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11:00 am - 10:46 pm
DTW
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DSM
12h 46m2 stops
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2:58 pm - 11:59 pm
DSM
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DTW
8h 01m1 stop
$298Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 15 - Sun, Jan 18
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8:00 am - 10:46 pm
DTW
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DSM
15h 46m1 stop
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2:58 pm - 11:59 pm
DSM
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DTW
8h 01m1 stop
$301Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 15 - Sun, Jan 18
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10:43 am - 9:21 pm
DTW
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DSM
11h 38m1 stop
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2:58 pm - 10:05 am
DSM
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DTW
18h 07m1 stop
$305Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 9 - Sun, Jan 11
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10:43 am - 9:21 pm
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DSM
11h 38m1 stop
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2:58 pm - 8:53 am
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DTW
16h 55m2 stops
$326Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 9 - Sun, Jan 11
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10:43 am - 9:21 pm
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DSM
11h 38m1 stop
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11:09 am - 1:30 pm
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25h 21m3 stops
$332Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 12 - Mon, Jan 19
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2:36 pm - 10:19 am
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20h 43m3 stops
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2:58 pm - 5:12 am
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37h 14m3 stops
$364Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 15 - Sun, Jan 18

American Airlines flights from Detroit to Des Moines

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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 1
DTW5:30 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
10h 23m
1 stop
DSM2:53 pmDes Moines
Jan 3
DSM6:57 pmDes Moines
16h 15m
1 stop
DTW12:12 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$456
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American Airlines
Jan 2
DTW6:39 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 12m
1 stop
DSM11:51 pmDes Moines
Jan 9
DSM5:21 amDes Moines
6h 09m
1 stop
DTW12:30 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$489
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United Airlines flights from Detroit to Des Moines

Our best United Airlines deals on Detroit to Des Moines flight tickets
United Airlines
Dec 30
DTW1:56 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 09m
1 stop
DSM6:05 pmDes Moines
Jan 3
DSM6:46 pmDes Moines
3h 52m
1 stop
DTW11:38 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$519
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United Airlines
Dec 30
DTW2:30 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 10m
2 stops
DSM9:40 pmDes Moines
Jan 3
DSM6:46 pmDes Moines
3h 52m
1 stop
DTW11:38 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$524
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United Airlines
Jan 5
DTW1:56 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 44m
1 stop
DSM9:40 pmDes Moines
Jan 8
DSM8:00 amDes Moines
11h 26m
1 stop
DTW8:26 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$544
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DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/12

6:00 am-5:24 pm

1 stop12h 24m

Des Moines

Mon 1/19

8:18 pm-8:44 pm

2 stops47h 26m

$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

Mon 1/12

6:00 am-5:24 pm

1 stop12h 24m

Des Moines

Mon 1/19

3:34 pm-1:06 pm

1 stop20h 32m

$285

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/15

11:00 am-10:46 pm

2 stops12h 46m

Des Moines

Sun 1/18

2:58 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 01m

$298

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/15

8:00 am-10:46 pm

1 stop15h 46m

Des Moines

Sun 1/18

2:58 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 01m

$301

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/9

10:43 am-9:21 pm

1 stop11h 38m

Des Moines

Sun 1/11

2:58 pm-10:05 am

1 stop18h 07m

$305

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/9

10:43 am-9:21 pm

1 stop11h 38m

Des Moines

Sun 1/11

2:58 pm-8:53 am

2 stops16h 55m

$326

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/12

10:43 am-9:21 pm

1 stop11h 38m

Des Moines

Mon 1/19

11:09 am-1:30 pm

3 stops25h 21m

$332

DetroitDes Moines

DTW - DSM

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/15

2:36 pm-10:19 am

3 stops20h 43m

Des Moines

Sun 1/18

2:58 pm-5:12 am

3 stops37h 14m

$364

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

The cheapest day to depart from Detroit 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 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 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 54m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Des Moines

1 airport
The best flight deal from Detroit to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $589
The fastest flight from Detroit to Des Moines takes 1h 54m
Direct flights go from Detroit to Des Moines every day.
There is 1 airport in Des Moines. From Detroit there are direct flights to Des Moines (DSM).
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  • How far is Detroit to Des Moines by plane?

    A flight from Detroit to Des Moines will travel around 545.1 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 1h 54m.

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

    Prices for flights from Detroit to Des Moines Airport were last updated today.

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

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Detroit to Des Moines Airport.

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

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Des Moines 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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Best airlines flying from Detroit to Des Moines

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DeltaPriceFrom $314Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,008 reviews
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  • Delta Flights From Detroit to Des Moines

    The lowest priced Delta flight from Detroit to Des Moines from the last 72 hours was $314. Generally, Delta has 12 flights on this route every week with an average price of $433. Delta is rated 7.9/10 by our users.

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