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Cheap flights from Kansas City to Des Moines from $102

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Southwest Logo
6:55 am - 12:50 pm
MCI
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DSM
5h 55m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
4:40 pm - 11:15 pm
DSM
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MCI
6h 35m
1 stop
$347Southwest
Mon, Jun 22 - Thu, Jun 25
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4:15 pm - 10:20 pm
MCI
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DSM
6h 05m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
1:30 pm - 10:50 pm
DSM
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MCI
9h 20m
2 stops
$352Southwest
Mon, Jun 22 - Thu, Jun 25
Southwest Logo
1:45 pm - 11:30 pm
MCI
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DSM
9h 45m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
1:30 pm - 10:50 pm
DSM
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MCI
9h 20m
2 stops
$357Southwest
Mon, Jun 22 - Thu, Jun 25
United Airlines Logo
11:29 am - 8:16 pm
MCI
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DSM
8h 47m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 8:41 pm
DSM
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MCI
15h 11m
1 stop
$617United Airlines
Tue, May 5 - Wed, May 6
American Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 10:26 am
MCI
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DSM
14h 36m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
8:03 pm - 5:26 pm
DSM
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MCI
21h 23m
1 stop
$643American Airlines
Sun, May 3 - Sun, May 10
American Airlines Logo
6:06 pm - 8:26 am
MCI
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DSM
14h 20m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:26 pm
DSM
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MCI
11h 26m
1 stop
$682American Airlines
Sun, May 3 - Sun, May 10
United Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 11:42 pm
MCI
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DSM
14h 42m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
8:20 am - 11:59 am
DSM
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MCI
27h 39m
1 stop
$810United Airlines
Fri, Apr 24 - Tue, Apr 28
United Airlines Logo
11:29 am - 8:16 pm
MCI
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DSM
8h 47m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 2:26 pm
DSM
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MCI
8h 56m
2 stops
$867United Airlines
Sun, May 3 - Sun, May 10
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6:00 am - 4:15 pm
MCI
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DSM
10h 15m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
11:28 am - 8:34 pm
DSM
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MCI
9h 06m
1 stop
$872United Airlines
Sat, Apr 25 - Wed, Apr 29
United Airlines Logo
11:28 am - 8:34 pm
MCI
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DSM
9h 06m
1 stop
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11:28 am - 8:34 pm
DSM
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MCI
9h 06m
1 stop
$899United Airlines
Thu, Apr 23 - Mon, Apr 27

United Airlines flights from Kansas City to Des Moines

Our best United Airlines deals on Kansas City to Des Moines flight tickets
United Airlines
May 5
MCI11:29 amKansas City
8h 47m
1 stop
DSM8:16 pmDes Moines
May 6
DSM5:30 amDes Moines
15h 11m
1 stop
MCI8:41 pmKansas City
$617
United Airlines
Apr 24
MCI9:00 amKansas City
14h 42m
1 stop
DSM11:42 pmDes Moines
Apr 28
DSM8:20 amDes Moines
27h 39m
1 stop
MCI11:59 amKansas City
$810
United Airlines
May 3
MCI11:29 amKansas City
8h 47m
1 stop
DSM8:16 pmDes Moines
May 10
DSM5:30 amDes Moines
8h 56m
2 stops
MCI2:26 pmKansas City
$867

Southwest flights from Kansas City to Des Moines

Our best Southwest deals on Kansas City to Des Moines flight tickets
Southwest
Jun 22
MCI6:55 amKansas City
5h 55m
1 stop
DSM12:50 pmDes Moines
Jun 25
DSM4:40 pmDes Moines
6h 35m
1 stop
MCI11:15 pmKansas City
$347
Southwest
Jun 22
MCI4:15 pmKansas City
6h 05m
1 stop
DSM10:20 pmDes Moines
Jun 25
DSM1:30 pmDes Moines
9h 20m
2 stops
MCI10:50 pmKansas City
$352
Southwest
Jun 22
MCI1:45 pmKansas City
9h 45m
2 stops
DSM11:30 pmDes Moines
Jun 25
DSM1:30 pmDes Moines
9h 20m
2 stops
MCI10:50 pmKansas City
$357

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kansas City to Des Moines that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated April 12, 2026.
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Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Mon 6/22

6:55 am-12:50 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Des Moines

Thu 6/25

4:40 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$347

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Mon 6/22

4:15 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Des Moines

Thu 6/25

1:30 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops9h 20m

$352

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Mon 6/22

1:45 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops9h 45m

Des Moines

Thu 6/25

1:30 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops9h 20m

$357

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Tue 5/5

11:29 am-8:16 pm

1 stop8h 47m

Des Moines

Wed 5/6

5:30 am-8:41 pm

1 stop15h 11m

$617

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Sun 5/3

7:50 pm-10:26 am

1 stop14h 36m

Des Moines

Sun 5/10

8:03 pm-5:26 pm

1 stop21h 23m

$643

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Sun 5/3

6:06 pm-8:26 am

1 stop14h 20m

Des Moines

Sun 5/10

6:00 am-5:26 pm

1 stop11h 26m

$682

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Fri 4/24

9:00 am-11:42 pm

1 stop14h 42m

Des Moines

Tue 4/28

8:20 am-11:59 am

1 stop27h 39m

$810

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Sun 5/3

11:29 am-8:16 pm

1 stop8h 47m

Des Moines

Sun 5/10

5:30 am-2:26 pm

2 stops8h 56m

$867

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Sat 4/25

6:00 am-4:15 pm

1 stop10h 15m

Des Moines

Wed 4/29

11:28 am-8:34 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$872

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Thu 4/23

11:28 am-8:34 pm

1 stop9h 06m

Des Moines

Mon 4/27

11:28 am-8:34 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$899

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Fastest flight time

5h 55m

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The fastest flight from Kansas City to Des Moines takes 5h 55m
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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 5h 55m.

  • 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.

Frequently asked questions about flying from Kansas City to Des Moines

  • How do I get Price Alerts for flights from Kansas City to Des Moines?

    You can take advantage of momondo’s Price Alerts by first searching for your flights to Kansas City from Des Moines. Flight offers will be shown to you in real-time. From there you can create a Price Alert by using our on-site widget.

  • How can I save money on flights from Kansas City to Des Moines with momondo?

    Plan your trips smart with the “Price Forecast” feature, which uses flight data to help you pick the best days to fly for the lowest fares. Our “Price Calendar” helps you get the most for your money by showing you when it’s most advantageous to fly. Curate your own travel experiences for less with “Explore”. Expert travel hacks to fuel your next adventure are a click away with “Discover” by momondo. Set up our “Price Alerts” to track fare changes and book when prices are at their lowest point.

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