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

Delta, United Airlines, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Indiana to Des Moines

What airlines fly to Des Moines?

United Airlines, Delta and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Des Moines from Indiana according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 62% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Des Moines. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Des Moines on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Indiana, such as Indianapolis or Fort Wayne, and flying into Des Moines, then you can expect flight times to average 4h 04m and 4h 10m, respectively.

How many flights depart from Indiana to Des Moines on average per week?

The number of flights available between Indiana and Des Moines is 137 per week as of March 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 28% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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

Prices for flights from Indiana to Des Moines Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

There are 3 operators available for flights from Indiana to Des Moines Airport as of March 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Indiana 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 Indiana to Des Moines Airport.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Des Moines Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Des Moines Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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10:05 am - 11:30 am

MDW

DSM

1h 25mnonstop

4:20 pm - 5:40 pm

DSM

MDW

1h 20mnonstop

$199Southwest

Sat, Apr 18 - Sun, Apr 19

5:57 pm - 7:33 pm

ORD

DSM

1h 36mnonstop

6:00 am - 7:41 am

DSM

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1h 41mnonstop

$201American Airlines

Mon, May 11 - Thu, May 14

6:15 am - 10:09 am

ORD

DSM

3h 54m

1 stop

4:25 pm - 7:49 pm

DSM

ORD

3h 24m

1 stop

$206Delta

Mon, Mar 30 - Tue, Apr 7

8:55 am - 3:42 pm

ORD

DSM

6h 47m

1 stop

4:25 pm - 7:49 pm

DSM

ORD

3h 24m

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$207Delta

Tue, Mar 17 - Tue, Mar 24

10:52 am - 12:29 pm

ORD

DSM

1h 37mnonstop

6:20 am - 7:56 am

DSM

ORD

1h 36mnonstop

$209United Airlines

Thu, Apr 16 - Sun, Apr 19

8:00 pm - 9:32 pm

ORD

DSM

1h 32mnonstop

8:04 am - 9:36 am

DSM

ORD

1h 32mnonstop

$215United Airlines

Thu, Apr 9 - Fri, Apr 17

5:45 am - 9:45 am

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DSM

29h 00m

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10:15 am - 12:41 am

DSM

CVG

13h 26m

1 stop

$250Frontier

Mon, Mar 16 - Fri, Mar 20

8:20 am - 7:16 pm

CVG

DSM

11h 56m

1 stop

10:55 am - 7:23 am

DSM

CVG

19h 28m

1 stop

$269Frontier

Sat, Mar 14 - Sun, Mar 22

8:28 pm - 1:35 pm

SDF

DSM

18h 07m

1 stop

6:09 pm - 8:22 am

DSM

SDF

13h 13m

1 stop

$294Allegiant Air

Fri, May 29 - Sun, Jun 7

8:28 pm - 1:35 pm

SDF

DSM

18h 07m

1 stop

6:09 pm - 8:22 am

DSM

SDF

13h 13m

1 stop

$331Allegiant Air

Fri, May 29 - Sun, Jun 7

United Airlines flights from Indiana to Des Moines

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Apr 16

ORD10:52 amChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 37m

DSM12:29 pmDes Moines

Apr 19

DSM6:20 amDes Moines

1h 36m

ORD7:56 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$209

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Apr 9

ORD8:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 32m

DSM9:32 pmDes Moines

Apr 17

DSM8:04 amDes Moines

1h 32m

ORD9:36 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$215

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Mar 24

ORD11:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 33m

DSM1:23 pmDes Moines

Mar 26

DSM2:04 pmDes Moines

1h 37m

ORD3:41 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$231

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Southwest

Apr 18

MDW10:05 amChicago Midway

1h 25m

DSM11:30 amDes Moines

Apr 19

DSM4:20 pmDes Moines

1h 20m

MDW5:40 pmChicago Midway

$199

Southwest

Apr 6

MDW9:50 pmChicago Midway

1h 25m

DSM11:15 pmDes Moines

Apr 8

DSM5:30 amDes Moines

1h 25m

MDW6:55 amChicago Midway

$201

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Apr 18

MDW6:00 amChicago Midway

7h 30m

1 stop

DSM1:30 pmDes Moines

Apr 19

DSM5:20 amDes Moines

1h 20m

MDW6:40 amChicago Midway

$202

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5:57 pm-7:33 pm

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6:00 am-7:41 am

Nonstop1h 41m

$201

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Mon 3/30

6:15 am-10:09 am

1 stop3h 54m

Des Moines

Tue 4/7

4:25 pm-7:49 pm

1 stop3h 24m

$206

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/17

8:55 am-3:42 pm

1 stop6h 47m

Des Moines

Tue 3/24

4:25 pm-7:49 pm

1 stop3h 24m

$207

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Thu 4/16

10:52 am-12:29 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

Des Moines

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6:20 am-7:56 am

Nonstop1h 36m

$209

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Thu 4/9

8:00 pm-9:32 pm

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Des Moines

Fri 4/17

8:04 am-9:36 am

Nonstop1h 32m

$215

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Mon 3/16

5:45 am-9:45 am

1 stop29h 00m

Des Moines

Fri 3/20

10:15 am-12:41 am

1 stop13h 26m

$250

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Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 3/14

8:20 am-7:16 pm

1 stop11h 56m

Des Moines

Sun 3/22

10:55 am-7:23 am

1 stop19h 28m

$269

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Louisville Intl

Fri 5/29

8:28 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop18h 07m

Des Moines

Sun 6/7

6:09 pm-8:22 am

1 stop13h 13m

$294

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Louisville Intl

Fri 5/29

8:28 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop18h 07m

Des Moines

Sun 6/7

6:09 pm-8:22 am

1 stop13h 13m

$331

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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 December, then November is your next best option. Flight prices from Indiana to Des Moines during November average around $286.

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There are 3 operators available for flights from Indiana to Des Moines Airport as of March 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Indiana 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 Indiana to Des Moines Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Des Moines Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Des Moines Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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