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Cheap flights from Lake Charles to Des Moines from $319

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Lake Charles to Des Moines departing on 9/3. 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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American Airlines Logo
10:31 am - 3:12 pmLCH  Lake Charles-DSM Des Moines
4h 41m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
4:13 pm - 10:47 pmDSM  Des Moines-LCH Lake Charles
6h 34m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$319American Airlines
Thu, Sep 3 - Tue, Sep 8
United Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 4:07 pmLCH  Lake Charles-DSM Des Moines
8h 52m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
9:55 am - 9:40 pmDSM  Des Moines-LCH Lake Charles
11h 45m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$409United Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
American Airlines Logo
10:31 am - 3:12 pmLCH  Lake Charles-DSM Des Moines
4h 41m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:55 am - 5:14 pmDSM  Des Moines-LCH Lake Charles
10h 19m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$425American Airlines
Thu, Sep 3 - Tue, Sep 8
United Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 2:20 pmLCH  Lake Charles-DSM Des Moines
7h 05m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
9:55 am - 9:40 pmDSM  Des Moines-LCH Lake Charles
11h 45m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$485United Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
American Airlines Logo
10:31 am - 7:19 pmLCH  Lake Charles-DSM Des Moines
8h 48m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:55 am - 5:14 pmDSM  Des Moines-LCH Lake Charles
10h 19m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$670American Airlines
Thu, Sep 3 - Tue, Sep 8
United Airlines Logo
6:12 pm - 10:30 pmLCH  Lake Charles-DSM Des Moines
4h 18m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
3:02 pm - 9:36 pmDSM  Des Moines-LCH Lake Charles
6h 34m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$737United Airlines
Sun, Aug 23 - Thu, Aug 27
United Airlines Logo
6:12 pm - 10:30 pmLCH  Lake Charles-DSM Des Moines
4h 18m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 5:27 pmDSM  Des Moines-LCH Lake Charles
9h 27m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$742United Airlines
Sun, Aug 23 - Thu, Aug 27
United Airlines Logo
2:15 pm - 11:44 pmLCH  Lake Charles-DSM Des Moines
9h 29m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
1:35 pm - 9:36 pmDSM  Des Moines-LCH Lake Charles
8h 01m2 stops Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$747United Airlines
Sun, Aug 23 - Thu, Aug 27
United Airlines Logo
2:15 pm - 11:44 pmLCH  Lake Charles-DSM Des Moines
9h 29m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:36 pmDSM  Des Moines-LCH Lake Charles
15h 36m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$1,003United Airlines
Sun, Aug 23 - Thu, Aug 27

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American Airlines flights from Lake Charles to Des Moines

Our best American Airlines deals on Lake Charles to Des Moines flight tickets
American Airlines
Sep 3
LCH10:31 amLake Charles
4h 41m
1 stop
DSM3:12 pmDes Moines
Sep 8
DSM4:13 pmDes Moines
6h 34m
1 stop
LCH10:47 pmLake Charles
$319
American Airlines
Sep 3
LCH10:31 amLake Charles
4h 41m
1 stop
DSM3:12 pmDes Moines
Sep 8
DSM6:55 amDes Moines
10h 19m
2 stops
LCH5:14 pmLake Charles
$425
American Airlines
Sep 3
LCH10:31 amLake Charles
8h 48m
2 stops
DSM7:19 pmDes Moines
Sep 8
DSM6:55 amDes Moines
10h 19m
2 stops
LCH5:14 pmLake Charles
$670

United Airlines flights from Lake Charles to Des Moines

Our best United Airlines deals on Lake Charles to Des Moines flight tickets
United Airlines
Nov 14
LCH7:15 amLake Charles
8h 52m
2 stops
DSM4:07 pmDes Moines
Nov 18
DSM9:55 amDes Moines
11h 45m
2 stops
LCH9:40 pmLake Charles
$409
United Airlines
Nov 14
LCH7:15 amLake Charles
7h 05m
1 stop
DSM2:20 pmDes Moines
Nov 18
DSM9:55 amDes Moines
11h 45m
2 stops
LCH9:40 pmLake Charles
$485
United Airlines
Aug 23
LCH6:12 pmLake Charles
4h 18m
1 stop
DSM10:30 pmDes Moines
Aug 27
DSM3:02 pmDes Moines
6h 34m
1 stop
LCH9:36 pmLake Charles
$737

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Lake Charles 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 August 10, 2026.
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Lake CharlesDes Moines

LCH Lake Charles - DSM Des Moines

LCHDSM

Lake Charles

Thu 9/3

10:31 am-3:12 pm

1 stop4h 41m

Des Moines

Tue 9/8

4:13 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$319

Lake CharlesDes Moines

LCH Lake Charles - DSM Des Moines

LCHDSM

Lake Charles

Sat 11/14

7:15 am-4:07 pm

2 stops8h 52m

Des Moines

Wed 11/18

9:55 am-9:40 pm

2 stops11h 45m

$409

Lake CharlesDes Moines

LCH Lake Charles - DSM Des Moines

LCHDSM

Lake Charles

Thu 9/3

10:31 am-3:12 pm

1 stop4h 41m

Des Moines

Tue 9/8

6:55 am-5:14 pm

2 stops10h 19m

$425

Lake CharlesDes Moines

LCH Lake Charles - DSM Des Moines

LCHDSM

Lake Charles

Sat 11/14

7:15 am-2:20 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Des Moines

Wed 11/18

9:55 am-9:40 pm

2 stops11h 45m

$485

Lake CharlesDes Moines

LCH Lake Charles - DSM Des Moines

LCHDSM

Lake Charles

Thu 9/3

10:31 am-7:19 pm

2 stops8h 48m

Des Moines

Tue 9/8

6:55 am-5:14 pm

2 stops10h 19m

$670
Quickest round-trip

Lake CharlesDes Moines

LCH Lake Charles - DSM Des Moines

LCHDSM

Lake Charles

Sun 8/23

6:12 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop4h 18m

Des Moines

Thu 8/27

3:02 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$737

Lake CharlesDes Moines

LCH Lake Charles - DSM Des Moines

LCHDSM

Lake Charles

Sun 8/23

6:12 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop4h 18m

Des Moines

Thu 8/27

8:00 am-5:27 pm

2 stops9h 27m

$742

Lake CharlesDes Moines

LCH Lake Charles - DSM Des Moines

LCHDSM

Lake Charles

Sun 8/23

2:15 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops9h 29m

Des Moines

Thu 8/27

1:35 pm-9:36 pm

2 stops8h 01m

$747

Lake CharlesDes Moines

LCH Lake Charles - DSM Des Moines

LCHDSM

Lake Charles

Sun 8/23

2:15 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops9h 29m

Des Moines

Thu 8/27

6:00 am-9:36 pm

3 stops15h 36m

$1,003

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Fastest flight time

4h 18m

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The fastest flight from Lake Charles to Des Moines takes 4h 18m
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Lake Charles to Des Moines

  • How far is Lake Charles to Des Moines by plane?

    Lake Charles and Des Moines are 785.6 mi apart from one another. 4h 18m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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

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

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Lake Charles 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 Lake Charles 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.

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