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Cheap flights from Indianapolis to Des Moines from $136

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Delta Logo
6:40 am - 9:44 am
IND
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DSM
4h 04m
1 stop
Delta Logo
10:54 am - 6:28 pm
DSM
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IND
6h 34m
1 stop
$296Delta
Wed, Jun 10 - Thu, Jun 11
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12:30 pm - 10:45 pm
IND
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DSM
11h 15m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
4:40 pm - 11:25 pm
DSM
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IND
5h 45m
1 stop
$301Southwest
Wed, Jun 10 - Thu, Jun 11
Delta Logo
4:00 pm - 8:41 pm
IND
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DSM
5h 41m
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Delta Logo
10:54 am - 6:28 pm
DSM
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IND
6h 34m
1 stop
$311Delta
Mon, Jun 8 - Thu, Jun 11
Southwest Logo
4:05 pm - 11:30 pm
IND
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DSM
8h 25m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
3:35 pm - 10:30 pm
DSM
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IND
5h 55m
1 stop
$316Southwest
Thu, Jul 16 - Sat, Jul 18
Southwest Logo
5:20 am - 11:30 am
IND
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DSM
7h 10m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
5:10 am - 12:20 pm
DSM
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IND
6h 10m
1 stop
$319Southwest
Tue, Jun 9 - Sat, Jun 13
Southwest Logo
1:15 pm - 11:30 pm
IND
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DSM
11h 15m
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Southwest Logo
4:40 pm - 11:25 pm
DSM
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IND
5h 45m
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$322Southwest
Mon, Jun 8 - Thu, Jun 11
American Airlines Logo
7:39 pm - 12:12 am
IND
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DSM
5h 33m
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American Airlines Logo
6:33 pm - 12:50 am
DSM
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IND
5h 17m
1 stop
$329American Airlines
Mon, Jun 29 - Fri, Jul 3
Southwest Logo
4:05 pm - 9:55 pm
IND
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DSM
6h 50m
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Southwest Logo
5:10 am - 6:05 pm
DSM
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IND
11h 55m
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$340Southwest
Sat, Jun 6 - Fri, Jun 12
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8:00 am - 11:07 pm
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DSM
16h 07m
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Allegiant Air Logo
3:20 pm - 8:30 pm
DSM
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IND
28h 10m
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$344Allegiant Air
Thu, Jul 16 - Sat, Jul 18
American Airlines Logo
7:39 pm - 12:12 am
IND
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DSM
5h 33m
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American Airlines Logo
1:41 pm - 10:48 pm
DSM
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IND
8h 07m
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$347American Airlines
Mon, Jun 29 - Fri, Jul 3

Southwest flights from Indianapolis to Des Moines

Our best Southwest deals on Indianapolis to Des Moines flight tickets
Southwest
Jun 10
IND12:30 pmIndianapolis
11h 15m
2 stops
DSM10:45 pmDes Moines
Jun 11
DSM4:40 pmDes Moines
5h 45m
1 stop
IND11:25 pmIndianapolis
$301
Southwest
Jul 16
IND4:05 pmIndianapolis
8h 25m
2 stops
DSM11:30 pmDes Moines
Jul 18
DSM3:35 pmDes Moines
5h 55m
1 stop
IND10:30 pmIndianapolis
$316
Southwest
Jun 9
IND5:20 amIndianapolis
7h 10m
2 stops
DSM11:30 amDes Moines
Jun 13
DSM5:10 amDes Moines
6h 10m
1 stop
IND12:20 pmIndianapolis
$319

United Airlines flights from Indianapolis to Des Moines

Our best United Airlines deals on Indianapolis to Des Moines flight tickets
United Airlines
Jul 1
IND6:00 amIndianapolis
5h 27m
1 stop
DSM10:27 amDes Moines
Jul 4
DSM11:23 amDes Moines
5h 29m
1 stop
IND5:52 pmIndianapolis
$366
United Airlines
Jun 11
IND7:00 amIndianapolis
4h 30m
1 stop
DSM10:30 amDes Moines
Jun 13
DSM6:50 pmDes Moines
3h 56m
1 stop
IND11:46 pmIndianapolis
$381
United Airlines
May 28
IND8:00 amIndianapolis
5h 36m
1 stop
DSM12:36 pmDes Moines
Jun 1
DSM6:50 pmDes Moines
3h 56m
1 stop
IND11:46 pmIndianapolis
$399

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IndianapolisDes Moines

IND - DSM

INDDSM

Indianapolis

Wed 6/10

6:40 am-9:44 am

1 stop4h 04m

Des Moines

Thu 6/11

10:54 am-6:28 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$296

IndianapolisDes Moines

IND - DSM

INDDSM

Indianapolis

Wed 6/10

12:30 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops11h 15m

Des Moines

Thu 6/11

4:40 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$301

IndianapolisDes Moines

IND - DSM

INDDSM

Indianapolis

Mon 6/8

4:00 pm-8:41 pm

1 stop5h 41m

Des Moines

Thu 6/11

10:54 am-6:28 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$311

IndianapolisDes Moines

IND - DSM

INDDSM

Indianapolis

Thu 7/16

4:05 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops8h 25m

Des Moines

Sat 7/18

3:35 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$316

IndianapolisDes Moines

IND - DSM

INDDSM

Indianapolis

Tue 6/9

5:20 am-11:30 am

2 stops7h 10m

Des Moines

Sat 6/13

5:10 am-12:20 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$319

IndianapolisDes Moines

IND - DSM

INDDSM

Indianapolis

Mon 6/8

1:15 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops11h 15m

Des Moines

Thu 6/11

4:40 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$322

IndianapolisDes Moines

IND - DSM

INDDSM

Indianapolis

Mon 6/29

7:39 pm-12:12 am

1 stop5h 33m

Des Moines

Fri 7/3

6:33 pm-12:50 am

1 stop5h 17m

$329

IndianapolisDes Moines

IND - DSM

INDDSM

Indianapolis

Sat 6/6

4:05 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Des Moines

Fri 6/12

5:10 am-6:05 pm

2 stops11h 55m

$340

IndianapolisDes Moines

IND - DSM

INDDSM

Indianapolis

Thu 7/16

8:00 am-11:07 pm

1 stop16h 07m

Des Moines

Sat 7/18

3:20 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop28h 10m

$344

IndianapolisDes Moines

IND - DSM

INDDSM

Indianapolis

Mon 6/29

7:39 pm-12:12 am

1 stop5h 33m

Des Moines

Fri 7/3

1:41 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop8h 07m

$347

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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 May is your next best option. Flight prices from Indianapolis to Des Moines during May average around $284.

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Fastest flight time

3h 38m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from Indianapolis to Des Moines takes 3h 38m
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Indianapolis to Des Moines

  • How far is Indianapolis to Des Moines by plane?

    A flight from Indianapolis to Des Moines will travel around 410.6 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 3h 38m.

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

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

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

Best airlines flying from Indianapolis to Des Moines

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American AirlinesPriceFrom $200Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,662 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $228Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,452 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $250Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,717 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From Indianapolis to Des Moines

    The lowest priced United Airlines flight from Indianapolis to Des Moines from the last 72 hours was $250. Generally, United Airlines has 4 flights on this route every week with an average price of $382. United Airlines is rated 7.4/10 by our users.

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