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6:30 am - 5:02 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-DSM Des Moines
11h 32m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Fort Lauderdale
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8:00 am - 2:06 pmDSM  Des Moines-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
29h 06m1 stop Philadelphia
$357Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Sun, Oct 25
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7:35 pm - 10:05 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-DSM Des Moines
3h 30m1 stop Chicago Midway
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5:25 am - 10:10 amDSM  Des Moines-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
3h 45m1 stop Chicago Midway
$377Southwest
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23
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5:30 am - 11:25 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-DSM Des Moines
6h 55m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway
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5:25 am - 10:10 amDSM  Des Moines-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
3h 45m1 stop Chicago Midway
$382Southwest
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23
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7:15 am - 10:57 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-DSM Des Moines
28h 42m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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8:25 pm - 9:53 amDSM  Des Moines-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
36h 28m2 stops Denver Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$385Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19
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8:35 am - 11:30 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-DSM Des Moines
3h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway
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3:10 pm - 7:55 pmDSM  Des Moines-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
3h 45m1 stop Chicago Midway
$408Southwest
Sun, Jan 17 - Tue, Jan 19
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5:15 am - 11:30 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-DSM Des Moines
7h 15m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway
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5:55 am - 10:40 amDSM  Des Moines-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
3h 45m1 stop Chicago Midway
$413Southwest
Sun, Jan 17 - Tue, Jan 19
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8:40 am - 9:44 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-DSM Des Moines
2h 04mnonstop
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6:13 am - 9:06 amDSM  Des Moines-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 53mnonstop
$419Delta
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23
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5:15 am - 11:30 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-DSM Des Moines
7h 15m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway
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6:55 am - 3:55 pmDSM  Des Moines-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 00m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago Midway
$419Southwest
Sun, Jan 17 - Tue, Jan 19
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7:15 am - 10:50 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-DSM Des Moines
16h 35m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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8:00 am - 2:06 pmDSM  Des Moines-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
29h 06m1 stop Philadelphia
$419Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Sun, Oct 25
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3:50 pm - 4:49 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-DSM Des Moines
1h 59mnonstop
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2:48 pm - 8:37 pmDSM  Des Moines-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 49m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$429Delta
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23

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Frontier flights from Detroit to Des Moines

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Frontier
Oct 29
DTW8:35 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
24h 00m
1 stop
DSM7:35 pmDes Moines
Nov 26
DSM8:28 pmDes Moines
27h 41m
1 stop
DTW1:09 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$299
Frontier
Oct 8
DTW8:35 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
23h 55m
1 stop
DSM7:30 pmDes Moines
Oct 12
DSM8:25 pmDes Moines
18h 09m
1 stop
DTW3:34 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$426
Frontier
Oct 9
DTW7:08 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
13h 22m
1 stop
DSM7:30 pmDes Moines
Oct 12
DSM8:25 pmDes Moines
26h 30m
1 stop
DTW11:55 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$638

Delta flights from Detroit to Des Moines

Our best Delta deals on Detroit to Des Moines flight tickets
Delta
Nov 16
DTW3:50 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 59m
DSM4:49 pmDes Moines
Nov 23
DSM2:48 pmDes Moines
4h 49m
1 stop
DTW8:37 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$429
Delta
Oct 29
DTW8:45 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 57m
DSM9:42 amDes Moines
Nov 26
DSM6:13 amDes Moines
1h 53m
DTW9:06 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$439
Delta
Oct 29
DTW7:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 55m
DSM8:40 pmDes Moines
Nov 26
DSM6:45 amDes Moines
4h 00m
1 stop
DTW11:45 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$449

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DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - DSM Des Moines

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/22

6:30 am-5:02 pm

2 stops11h 32m

Des Moines

Sun 10/25

8:00 am-2:06 pm

1 stop29h 06m

$357

DetroitDes Moines

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - DSM Des Moines

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/16

7:35 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop3h 30m

Des Moines

Mon 11/23

5:25 am-10:10 am

1 stop3h 45m

$377

DetroitDes Moines

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - DSM Des Moines

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/16

5:30 am-11:25 am

2 stops6h 55m

Des Moines

Mon 11/23

5:25 am-10:10 am

1 stop3h 45m

$382

DetroitDes Moines

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - DSM Des Moines

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/15

7:15 am-10:57 am

1 stop28h 42m

Des Moines

Mon 10/19

8:25 pm-9:53 am

2 stops36h 28m

$385

DetroitDes Moines

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - DSM Des Moines

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/17

8:35 am-11:30 am

1 stop3h 55m

Des Moines

Tue 1/19

3:10 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop3h 45m

$408

DetroitDes Moines

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - DSM Des Moines

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/17

5:15 am-11:30 am

2 stops7h 15m

Des Moines

Tue 1/19

5:55 am-10:40 am

1 stop3h 45m

$413
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DetroitDes Moines

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - DSM Des Moines

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/16

8:40 am-9:44 am

Nonstop2h 04m

Des Moines

Mon 11/23

6:13 am-9:06 am

Nonstop1h 53m

$419

DetroitDes Moines

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - DSM Des Moines

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/17

5:15 am-11:30 am

2 stops7h 15m

Des Moines

Tue 1/19

6:55 am-3:55 pm

2 stops8h 00m

$419

DetroitDes Moines

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - DSM Des Moines

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/22

7:15 am-10:50 pm

1 stop16h 35m

Des Moines

Sun 10/25

8:00 am-2:06 pm

1 stop29h 06m

$419

DetroitDes Moines

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - DSM Des Moines

DTWDSM

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/16

3:50 pm-4:49 pm

Nonstop1h 59m

Des Moines

Mon 11/23

2:48 pm-8:37 pm

1 stop4h 49m

$429

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $399 to $498.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $283.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re not able to fly to Des Moines in January, then April is your next best option. Flight prices from Detroit to Des Moines during April average around $419.

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 Saturday. Travelers who choose to depart for Des Moines on a Saturday will often find tickets for as low as $399. Flights from Detroit to Des Moines on a Monday will generally be more expensive and average around $637. 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 $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 evening because they tend to be around $599. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Detroit to Des Moines flight route?

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What cabin class options are available on Detroit to Des Moines flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Detroit to Des Moines flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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You could potentially save up to 17% on your flight if you consider stops on a Detroit to Des Moines flight.

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Best Price Found

$125

Fastest flight time

1h 54m

Direct flights

Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun

Airports in Des Moines

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Des Moines from Detroit in the past 72 hours is $125. The best round-trip flight deal from Detroit to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $357.
The fastest flight from Detroit to Des Moines takes 1h 54m
Direct flights go from Detroit to Des Moines on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The only airline offering direct flights is Delta.
There is 1 airport in Des Moines. From Detroit there are direct flights to Des Moines (DSM).
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Detroit to Des Moines

  • 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.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Detroit to Des Moines?

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Best airlines flying from Detroit to Des Moines

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DeltaPriceFrom $399Free CancellationRating
7.8
8,628 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 $399. Generally, Delta has 9 flights on this route every week with an average price of $504. Delta is rated 7.8/10 by our users.

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