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

American Airlines and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from El Paso to Des Moines

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

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

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

The number of operators available for flights from El Paso Airport to Des Moines Airport is 1 as of September 2025.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from El Paso Airport 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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1:33 pm - 1:40 pmELP-DSM

23h 07m1 stop

2:25 pm - 12:48 pmDSM-ELP

23h 23m1 stop

$284Frontier

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Sun, Sep 28 - Thu, Oct 2

2:44 pm - 10:56 pmELP-DSM

7h 12m1 stop

7:31 pm - 11:16 pmDSM-ELP

4h 45m1 stop

$313American Airlines

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Mon, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 20

1:33 pm - 1:32 pmELP-DSM

22h 59m2 stops

2:25 pm - 12:48 pmDSM-ELP

23h 23m1 stop

$330

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Sun, Sep 28 - Thu, Oct 2

10:25 am - 4:00 pmELP-DSM

4h 35m1 stop

6:35 am - 6:55 pmDSM-ELP

13h 20m2 stops

$518Southwest

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Mon, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 20

12:25 pm - 9:35 pmELP-DSM

8h 10m2 stops

6:35 am - 6:55 pmDSM-ELP

13h 20m2 stops

$528Southwest

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Mon, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 20

2:18 pm - 9:40 pmELP-DSM

30h 22m2 stops

9:00 am - 1:34 pmDSM-ELP

5h 34m1 stop

$713United Airlines

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Sat, Dec 20 - Mon, Dec 29

2:35 pm - 8:30 pmELP-DSM

4h 55m1 stop

9:00 am - 1:34 pmDSM-ELP

5h 34m1 stop

$718United Airlines

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Sat, Dec 20 - Mon, Dec 29

2:18 pm - 9:40 pmELP-DSM

30h 22m2 stops

8:00 am - 9:34 pmDSM-ELP

38h 34m2 stops

$751United Airlines

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Sat, Dec 20 - Mon, Dec 29

2:18 pm - 9:40 pmELP-DSM

30h 22m2 stops

6:46 pm - 9:34 pmDSM-ELP

27h 48m2 stops

$768United Airlines

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Sat, Dec 20 - Mon, Dec 29

7:30 am - 4:12 pmELP-DSM

7h 42m2 stops

1:00 pm - 10:12 pmDSM-ELP

10h 12m2 stops

$884United Airlines

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Sun, Sep 28 - Thu, Oct 2

Southwest flights from El Paso to Des Moines

Our best Southwest deals on El Paso to Des Moines flight tickets

Southwest

Oct 13

ELP10:25 amEl Paso

4h 35m

1 stop

DSM4:00 pmDes Moines

Oct 20

DSM6:35 amDes Moines

13h 20m

2 stops

ELP6:55 pmEl Paso

$518

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Southwest

Oct 13

ELP12:25 pmEl Paso

8h 10m

2 stops

DSM9:35 pmDes Moines

Oct 20

DSM6:35 amDes Moines

13h 20m

2 stops

ELP6:55 pmEl Paso

$528

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United Airlines flights from El Paso to Des Moines

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United Airlines

Dec 20

ELP2:18 pmEl Paso

30h 22m

2 stops

DSM9:40 pmDes Moines

Dec 29

DSM9:00 amDes Moines

5h 34m

1 stop

ELP1:34 pmEl Paso

$713

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United Airlines

Dec 20

ELP2:35 pmEl Paso

4h 55m

1 stop

DSM8:30 pmDes Moines

Dec 29

DSM9:00 amDes Moines

5h 34m

1 stop

ELP1:34 pmEl Paso

$718

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United Airlines

Dec 20

ELP2:18 pmEl Paso

30h 22m

2 stops

DSM9:40 pmDes Moines

Dec 29

DSM8:00 amDes Moines

38h 34m

2 stops

ELP9:34 pmEl Paso

$751

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El PasoDes Moines

ELP - DSM

ELPDSM

El Paso

Sun 9/28

1:33 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop23h 07m

Des Moines

Thu 10/2

2:25 pm-12:48 pm

1 stop23h 23m

$284

El PasoDes Moines

ELP - DSM

ELPDSM

El Paso

Mon 10/13

2:44 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop7h 12m

Des Moines

Mon 10/20

7:31 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$313

El PasoDes Moines

ELP - DSM

ELPDSM

El Paso

Sun 9/28

1:33 pm-1:32 pm

2 stops22h 59m

Des Moines

Thu 10/2

2:25 pm-12:48 pm

1 stop23h 23m

$330

El PasoDes Moines

ELP - DSM

ELPDSM

El Paso

Mon 10/13

10:25 am-4:00 pm

1 stop4h 35m

Des Moines

Mon 10/20

6:35 am-6:55 pm

2 stops13h 20m

$518

El PasoDes Moines

ELP - DSM

ELPDSM

El Paso

Mon 10/13

12:25 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops8h 10m

Des Moines

Mon 10/20

6:35 am-6:55 pm

2 stops13h 20m

$528

El PasoDes Moines

ELP - DSM

ELPDSM

El Paso

Sat 12/20

2:18 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops30h 22m

Des Moines

Mon 12/29

9:00 am-1:34 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$713

El PasoDes Moines

ELP - DSM

ELPDSM

El Paso

Sat 12/20

2:35 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop4h 55m

Des Moines

Mon 12/29

9:00 am-1:34 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$718

El PasoDes Moines

ELP - DSM

ELPDSM

El Paso

Sat 12/20

2:18 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops30h 22m

Des Moines

Mon 12/29

8:00 am-9:34 pm

2 stops38h 34m

$751

El PasoDes Moines

ELP - DSM

ELPDSM

El Paso

Sat 12/20

2:18 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops30h 22m

Des Moines

Mon 12/29

6:46 pm-9:34 pm

2 stops27h 48m

$768

El PasoDes Moines

ELP - DSM

ELPDSM

El Paso

Sun 9/28

7:30 am-4:12 pm

2 stops7h 42m

Des Moines

Thu 10/2

1:00 pm-10:12 pm

2 stops10h 12m

$884

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from El Paso to Des Moines

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

The cheapest day to depart from El Paso 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 $356. Flights from El Paso to Des Moines on a Monday will generally be more expensive and average around $516. 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 El Paso to Des Moines in the morning for as low as $389. 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 $457. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

When to book flights from El Paso to Des Moines

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How far is El Paso to Des Moines by plane?
The straight-line distance from El Paso to Des Moines is 981.5 mi. Typically, this will take 4h 35m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from El Paso Airport to Des Moines Airport?
Prices for flights from El Paso Airport to Des Moines Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from El Paso Airport to Des Moines Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from El Paso Airport to Des Moines Airport is 1 as of September 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from El Paso Airport to Des Moines Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from El Paso Airport 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 airline from El Paso to Des Moines?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from El Paso to Des Moines is American Airlines (100% of total bookings).

Best airlines flying from El Paso to Des Moines

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
American Airlines	PriceFrom $236	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews		Search American Airlines flights

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Osceola

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