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Cheap flights from Kansas City to Des Moines from $107

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Kansas City to Des Moines departing on 8/27. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Multiple Airlines Logo
6:17 pm - 11:19 pm
MCI
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DSM
29h 02m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:19 pm - 1:00 pm
DSM
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MCI
22h 41m
1 stop
$249Multiple Airlines
Sat, Aug 8 - Fri, Aug 14
Southwest Logo
2:30 pm - 7:25 pm
MCI
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DSM
4h 55m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
2:25 pm - 6:35 pm
DSM
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MCI
4h 10m
1 stop
$258Southwest
Sat, Aug 8 - Fri, Aug 14
Southwest Logo
8:15 am - 7:25 pm
MCI
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DSM
11h 10m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
3:50 pm - 9:50 pm
DSM
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MCI
6h 00m
2 stops
$363Southwest
Sat, Aug 8 - Fri, Aug 14
United Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 4:09 pm
MCI
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DSM
10h 24m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:35 am - 8:34 pm
DSM
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MCI
14h 59m
1 stop
$573United Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Sat, Nov 21
United Airlines Logo
5:13 pm - 10:52 am
MCI
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DSM
17h 39m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:21 pm - 6:30 pm
DSM
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MCI
25h 09m
1 stop
$665United Airlines
Tue, Aug 11 - Wed, Aug 12
United Airlines Logo
1:32 pm - 11:40 pm
MCI
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DSM
10h 08m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:21 am - 4:05 pm
DSM
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MCI
9h 44m
2 stops
$728United Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Sat, Nov 21
United Airlines Logo
11:32 am - 8:26 pm
MCI
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DSM
8h 54m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 4:11 pm
DSM
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MCI
9h 56m
2 stops
$846United Airlines
Tue, Aug 11 - Wed, Aug 12
United Airlines Logo
6:41 pm - 10:56 pm
MCI
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DSM
4h 15m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:29 am
DSM
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MCI
4h 29m
1 stop
$1,262United Airlines
Fri, Jul 31 - Fri, Aug 7
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:42 am
MCI
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DSM
4h 42m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
11:33 am - 4:11 pm
DSM
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MCI
4h 38m
1 stop
$4,009United Airlines
Wed, Aug 5 - Tue, Aug 11

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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
Nov 18
MCI5:45 amKansas City
10h 24m
1 stop
DSM4:09 pmDes Moines
Nov 21
DSM5:35 amDes Moines
14h 59m
1 stop
MCI8:34 pmKansas City
$573
United Airlines
Nov 18
MCI1:32 pmKansas City
10h 08m
1 stop
DSM11:40 pmDes Moines
Nov 21
DSM9:13 amDes Moines
11h 21m
1 stop
MCI8:34 pmKansas City
$601
United Airlines
Nov 18
MCI1:32 pmKansas City
10h 08m
1 stop
DSM11:40 pmDes Moines
Nov 21
DSM6:21 amDes Moines
9h 44m
2 stops
MCI4:05 pmKansas City
$728

Southwest flights from Kansas City to Des Moines

Our best Southwest deals on Kansas City to Des Moines flight tickets
Southwest
Aug 8
MCI2:30 pmKansas City
4h 55m
1 stop
DSM7:25 pmDes Moines
Aug 14
DSM2:25 pmDes Moines
4h 10m
1 stop
MCI6:35 pmKansas City
$258
Southwest
Aug 8
MCI8:15 amKansas City
11h 10m
2 stops
DSM7:25 pmDes Moines
Aug 14
DSM3:50 pmDes Moines
6h 00m
2 stops
MCI9:50 pmKansas City
$363
Southwest
Aug 9
MCI5:05 pmKansas City
5h 45m
2 stops
DSM10:50 pmDes Moines
Aug 16
DSM7:00 amDes Moines
8h 45m
2 stops
MCI3:45 pmKansas City
$459

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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 July 12, 2026.
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Cheapest round-trip

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Sat 8/8

6:17 pm-11:19 pm

2 stops29h 02m

Des Moines

Fri 8/14

2:19 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop22h 41m

$249

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Sat 8/8

2:30 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop4h 55m

Des Moines

Fri 8/14

2:25 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop4h 10m

$258

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Sat 8/8

8:15 am-7:25 pm

2 stops11h 10m

Des Moines

Fri 8/14

3:50 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops6h 00m

$363

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Wed 11/18

5:45 am-4:09 pm

1 stop10h 24m

Des Moines

Sat 11/21

5:35 am-8:34 pm

1 stop14h 59m

$573

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Tue 8/11

5:13 pm-10:52 am

1 stop17h 39m

Des Moines

Wed 8/12

5:21 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop25h 09m

$665

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Wed 11/18

1:32 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop10h 08m

Des Moines

Sat 11/21

6:21 am-4:05 pm

2 stops9h 44m

$728

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Tue 8/11

11:32 am-8:26 pm

1 stop8h 54m

Des Moines

Wed 8/12

6:15 am-4:11 pm

2 stops9h 56m

$846
Quickest round-trip

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Fri 7/31

6:41 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop4h 15m

Des Moines

Fri 8/7

6:00 am-10:29 am

1 stop4h 29m

$1,262

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Wed 8/5

6:00 am-10:42 am

1 stop4h 42m

Des Moines

Tue 8/11

11:33 am-4:11 pm

1 stop4h 38m

$4,009
Cheapest one-way

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Thu 8/27

1:38 pm-1:34 pm

1 stop23h 56m

$107

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Fastest flight time

6h 50m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from Kansas City to Des Moines takes 6h 50m
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 6h 50m.

  • 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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