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

Southwest and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Kansas City to Des Moines

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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6:40 am - 2:40 pmMCI-DSM

8h 00m1 stop

4:35 pm - 9:50 pmDSM-MCI

5h 15m1 stop

$202Southwest

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Wed, Aug 27 - Wed, Aug 27

5:25 am - 11:05 amMCI-DSM

5h 40m1 stop

6:10 am - 10:25 amDSM-MCI

4h 15m1 stop

$212Southwest

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Mon, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 6

5:25 am - 11:05 amMCI-DSM

5h 40m1 stop

6:10 am - 1:10 pmDSM-MCI

7h 00m2 stops

$217Southwest

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Mon, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 6

2:45 pm - 10:50 pmMCI-DSM

8h 05m2 stops

6:10 am - 1:10 pmDSM-MCI

7h 00m2 stops

$292Southwest

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Mon, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 6

6:15 am - 11:25 amMCI-DSM

5h 10m1 stop

5:30 pm - 10:35 pmDSM-MCI

5h 05m1 stop

$457Southwest

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Tue, Aug 12 - Fri, Aug 15

12:35 pm - 10:20 pmMCI-DSM

9h 45m2 stops

5:30 pm - 10:35 pmDSM-MCI

5h 05m1 stop

$462Southwest

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Tue, Aug 12 - Fri, Aug 15

5:17 am - 2:51 pmMCI-DSM

9h 34m1 stop

7:32 am - 8:33 amDSM-MCI

49h 01m1 stop

$479American Airlines

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Fri, Aug 15 - Tue, Aug 19

6:29 pm - 10:39 amMCI-DSM

16h 10m1 stop

6:15 pm - 2:17 pmDSM-MCI

20h 02m1 stop

$635United Airlines

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Thu, Aug 28 - Fri, Aug 29

6:29 pm - 10:39 amMCI-DSM

16h 10m1 stop

6:15 pm - 10:26 pmDSM-MCI

28h 11m2 stops

$655United Airlines

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Thu, Aug 28 - Fri, Aug 29

6:29 pm - 10:39 amMCI-DSM

16h 10m1 stop

6:15 pm - 10:26 pmDSM-MCI

28h 11m3 stops

$665United Airlines

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Thu, Aug 28 - Fri, Aug 29

Southwest flights from Kansas City to Des Moines

Our best Southwest deals on Kansas City to Des Moines flight tickets

Southwest

Aug 27

MCI6:40 amKansas City

8h 00m

1 stop

DSM2:40 pmDes Moines

Aug 27

DSM4:35 pmDes Moines

5h 15m

1 stop

MCI9:50 pmKansas City

$202

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Southwest

Sep 1

MCI5:25 amKansas City

5h 40m

1 stop

DSM11:05 amDes Moines

Sep 6

DSM6:10 amDes Moines

4h 15m

1 stop

MCI10:25 amKansas City

$212

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Southwest

Sep 1

MCI5:25 amKansas City

5h 40m

1 stop

DSM11:05 amDes Moines

Sep 6

DSM6:10 amDes Moines

7h 00m

2 stops

MCI1:10 pmKansas City

$217

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United Airlines flights from Kansas City to Des Moines

Our best United Airlines deals on Kansas City to Des Moines flight tickets

United Airlines

Aug 28

MCI6:29 pmKansas City

16h 10m

1 stop

DSM10:39 amDes Moines

Aug 29

DSM6:15 pmDes Moines

20h 02m

1 stop

MCI2:17 pmKansas City

$635

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United Airlines

Aug 28

MCI6:29 pmKansas City

16h 10m

1 stop

DSM10:39 amDes Moines

Aug 29

DSM6:15 pmDes Moines

28h 11m

2 stops

MCI10:26 pmKansas City

$655

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United Airlines

Aug 28

MCI6:29 pmKansas City

16h 10m

1 stop

DSM10:39 amDes Moines

Aug 29

DSM6:15 pmDes Moines

28h 11m

3 stops

MCI10:26 pmKansas City

$665

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Depart

Return

Price

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Wed 8/27

6:40 am-2:40 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Des Moines

Wed 8/27

4:35 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$202

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Mon 9/1

5:25 am-11:05 am

1 stop5h 40m

Des Moines

Sat 9/6

6:10 am-10:25 am

1 stop4h 15m

$212

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Mon 9/1

5:25 am-11:05 am

1 stop5h 40m

Des Moines

Sat 9/6

6:10 am-1:10 pm

2 stops7h 00m

$217

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Mon 9/1

2:45 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops8h 05m

Des Moines

Sat 9/6

6:10 am-1:10 pm

2 stops7h 00m

$292

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Tue 8/12

6:15 am-11:25 am

1 stop5h 10m

Des Moines

Fri 8/15

5:30 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$457

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Tue 8/12

12:35 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops9h 45m

Des Moines

Fri 8/15

5:30 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$462

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Fri 8/15

5:17 am-2:51 pm

1 stop9h 34m

Des Moines

Tue 8/19

7:32 am-8:33 am

1 stop49h 01m

$479

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Thu 8/28

6:29 pm-10:39 am

1 stop16h 10m

Des Moines

Fri 8/29

6:15 pm-2:17 pm

1 stop20h 02m

$635

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Thu 8/28

6:29 pm-10:39 am

1 stop16h 10m

Des Moines

Fri 8/29

6:15 pm-10:26 pm

2 stops28h 11m

$655

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Thu 8/28

6:29 pm-10:39 am

1 stop16h 10m

Des Moines

Fri 8/29

6:15 pm-10:26 pm

3 stops28h 11m

$665

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Kansas City 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 Kansas City 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 $346. Flights from Kansas City to Des Moines on a Monday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,000. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

When to book flights from Kansas City to Des Moines

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Kansas City to Des Moines according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Best Price Found	$99
Fastest flight time	5h 10m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Des Moines	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Des Moines from Kansas City in the past 72 hours is $99. The best round-trip flight deal from Kansas City to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $202.

The fastest flight from Kansas City to Des Moines takes 5h 10m

There are no direct flights from Kansas City to Des Moines. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Kansas City Airport - Des Moines Airport.

There is 1 airport near Des Moines: Des Moines (DSM)

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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 5h 10m.
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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