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Cheap flights from Kansas City to Des Moines from $174

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Southwest Logo
7:55 pm - 11:30 pm
MCI
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DSM
3h 35m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
4:15 pm - 10:05 pm
DSM
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MCI
5h 50m
1 stop
$347Southwest
Fri, Jun 26 - Sun, Jun 28
Southwest Logo
1:45 pm - 11:30 pm
MCI
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DSM
9h 45m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
4:15 pm - 10:05 pm
DSM
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MCI
5h 50m
1 stop
$352Southwest
Fri, Jun 26 - Sun, Jun 28
Southwest Logo
1:45 pm - 11:35 pm
MCI
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DSM
9h 50m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
4:15 pm - 12:15 am
DSM
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MCI
8h 00m
2 stops
$357Southwest
Thu, Jul 9 - Sun, Jul 12
Southwest Logo
1:45 pm - 11:30 pm
MCI
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DSM
9h 45m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
5:10 am - 11:55 am
DSM
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MCI
6h 45m
2 stops
$367Southwest
Fri, Jun 26 - Sun, Jun 28
Southwest Logo
4:10 pm - 10:30 pm
MCI
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DSM
6h 20m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:10 am - 9:30 am
DSM
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MCI
4h 20m
1 stop
$444Southwest
Sun, Jun 21 - Sun, Jun 28
Southwest Logo
3:05 pm - 11:45 pm
MCI
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DSM
8h 40m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:10 pm - 11:40 pm
DSM
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MCI
5h 30m
1 stop
$449Southwest
Sun, Jun 21 - Sun, Jun 28
Southwest Logo
3:05 pm - 11:45 pm
MCI
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DSM
8h 40m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
5:10 am - 11:55 am
DSM
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MCI
6h 45m
2 stops
$454Southwest
Sun, Jun 21 - Sun, Jun 28
American Airlines Logo
7:46 pm - 8:23 am
MCI
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DSM
12h 37m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 8:32 am
DSM
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MCI
11h 42m
1 stop
$631American Airlines
Mon, Jul 27 - Fri, Jul 31
United Airlines Logo
1:45 pm - 11:39 pm
MCI
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DSM
9h 54m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
1:45 pm - 11:37 pm
DSM
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MCI
9h 52m
1 stop
$676United Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Oct 28
United Airlines Logo
1:45 pm - 11:39 pm
MCI
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DSM
9h 54m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 4:03 pm
DSM
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MCI
10h 03m
1 stop
$690United Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Oct 28

United Airlines flights from Kansas City to Des Moines

Our best United Airlines deals on Kansas City to Des Moines flight tickets
United Airlines
Oct 27
MCI1:45 pmKansas City
9h 54m
1 stop
DSM11:39 pmDes Moines
Oct 28
DSM1:45 pmDes Moines
9h 52m
1 stop
MCI11:37 pmKansas City
$676
United Airlines
Oct 27
MCI1:45 pmKansas City
9h 54m
1 stop
DSM11:39 pmDes Moines
Oct 28
DSM6:00 amDes Moines
10h 03m
1 stop
MCI4:03 pmKansas City
$690
United Airlines
Oct 27
MCI1:45 pmKansas City
9h 16m
2 stops
DSM11:01 pmDes Moines
Oct 28
DSM6:00 amDes Moines
10h 03m
1 stop
MCI4:03 pmKansas City
$799

Southwest flights from Kansas City to Des Moines

Our best Southwest deals on Kansas City to Des Moines flight tickets
Southwest
Jun 26
MCI7:55 pmKansas City
3h 35m
1 stop
DSM11:30 pmDes Moines
Jun 28
DSM4:15 pmDes Moines
5h 50m
1 stop
MCI10:05 pmKansas City
$347
Southwest
Jun 26
MCI1:45 pmKansas City
9h 45m
2 stops
DSM11:30 pmDes Moines
Jun 28
DSM4:15 pmDes Moines
5h 50m
1 stop
MCI10:05 pmKansas City
$352
Southwest
Jul 9
MCI1:45 pmKansas City
9h 50m
2 stops
DSM11:35 pmDes Moines
Jul 12
DSM4:15 pmDes Moines
8h 00m
2 stops
MCI12:15 amKansas City
$357

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Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Fri 6/26

7:55 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop3h 35m

Des Moines

Sun 6/28

4:15 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$347

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Fri 6/26

1:45 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops9h 45m

Des Moines

Sun 6/28

4:15 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$352

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Thu 7/9

1:45 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops9h 50m

Des Moines

Sun 7/12

4:15 pm-12:15 am

2 stops8h 00m

$357

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Fri 6/26

1:45 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops9h 45m

Des Moines

Sun 6/28

5:10 am-11:55 am

2 stops6h 45m

$367

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Sun 6/21

4:10 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Des Moines

Sun 6/28

5:10 am-9:30 am

1 stop4h 20m

$444

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Sun 6/21

3:05 pm-11:45 pm

2 stops8h 40m

Des Moines

Sun 6/28

6:10 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$449

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Sun 6/21

3:05 pm-11:45 pm

2 stops8h 40m

Des Moines

Sun 6/28

5:10 am-11:55 am

2 stops6h 45m

$454

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Mon 7/27

7:46 pm-8:23 am

1 stop12h 37m

Des Moines

Fri 7/31

8:50 pm-8:32 am

1 stop11h 42m

$631

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Tue 10/27

1:45 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop9h 54m

Des Moines

Wed 10/28

1:45 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop9h 52m

$676

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Tue 10/27

1:45 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop9h 54m

Des Moines

Wed 10/28

6:00 am-4:03 pm

1 stop10h 03m

$690

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Fastest flight time

4h 25m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from Kansas City to Des Moines takes 4h 25m
There are no direct flights from Kansas City to Des Moines. There are no popular flight routes from Kansas City to Des Moines.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Kansas City to Des Moines

  • How far is Kansas City to Des Moines by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Kansas City to Des Moines is 180.5 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 4h 25m.

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

    Prices for flights from Kansas City Airport to Des Moines Airport refresh daily.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Kansas City 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 Kansas City Airport to Des Moines Airport.

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

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Des Moines Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Des Moines Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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