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Cheap flights from Lake Charles to Des Moines from $335

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United Airlines Logo
9:30 am - 8:34 pm
LCH
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DSM
11h 04m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
3:04 pm - 9:33 pm
DSM
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LCH
6h 29m
1 stop
$464United Airlines
Wed, Apr 15 - Sat, Apr 18
United Airlines Logo
9:30 am - 2:22 pm
LCH
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DSM
4h 52m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
3:04 pm - 9:33 pm
DSM
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LCH
6h 29m
1 stop
$470United Airlines
Sat, Apr 4 - Wed, Apr 8
United Airlines Logo
9:30 am - 2:22 pm
LCH
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DSM
4h 52m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
1:10 pm - 9:33 pm
DSM
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LCH
8h 23m
2 stops
$475United Airlines
Sat, Apr 4 - Wed, Apr 8
United Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 2:22 pm
LCH
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DSM
6h 52m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
8:20 am - 1:03 pm
DSM
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LCH
4h 43m
1 stop
$494United Airlines
Wed, Apr 15 - Sat, Apr 18
United Airlines Logo
2:00 pm - 11:42 pm
LCH
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DSM
9h 42m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 1:03 pm
DSM
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LCH
7h 33m
2 stops
$500United Airlines
Sat, Apr 4 - Wed, Apr 8
United Airlines Logo
2:00 pm - 10:43 pm
LCH
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DSM
8h 43m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
8:20 am - 1:03 pm
DSM
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LCH
4h 43m
1 stop
$528United Airlines
Wed, Apr 15 - Sat, Apr 18

United Airlines flights from Lake Charles to Des Moines

Our best United Airlines deals on Lake Charles to Des Moines flight tickets
United Airlines
Apr 15
LCH9:30 amLake Charles
11h 04m
2 stops
DSM8:34 pmDes Moines
Apr 18
DSM3:04 pmDes Moines
6h 29m
1 stop
LCH9:33 pmLake Charles
$464
United Airlines
Apr 4
LCH9:30 amLake Charles
4h 52m
1 stop
DSM2:22 pmDes Moines
Apr 8
DSM3:04 pmDes Moines
6h 29m
1 stop
LCH9:33 pmLake Charles
$470
United Airlines
Apr 4
LCH9:30 amLake Charles
4h 52m
1 stop
DSM2:22 pmDes Moines
Apr 8
DSM1:10 pmDes Moines
8h 23m
2 stops
LCH9:33 pmLake Charles
$475

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Cheapest round-trip

Lake CharlesDes Moines

LCH - DSM

LCHDSM

Lake Charles

Wed 4/15

9:30 am-8:34 pm

2 stops11h 04m

Des Moines

Sat 4/18

3:04 pm-9:33 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$464
Quickest round-trip

Lake CharlesDes Moines

LCH - DSM

LCHDSM

Lake Charles

Sat 4/4

9:30 am-2:22 pm

1 stop4h 52m

Des Moines

Wed 4/8

3:04 pm-9:33 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$470

Lake CharlesDes Moines

LCH - DSM

LCHDSM

Lake Charles

Sat 4/4

9:30 am-2:22 pm

1 stop4h 52m

Des Moines

Wed 4/8

1:10 pm-9:33 pm

2 stops8h 23m

$475

Lake CharlesDes Moines

LCH - DSM

LCHDSM

Lake Charles

Wed 4/15

7:30 am-2:22 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Des Moines

Sat 4/18

8:20 am-1:03 pm

1 stop4h 43m

$494

Lake CharlesDes Moines

LCH - DSM

LCHDSM

Lake Charles

Sat 4/4

2:00 pm-11:42 pm

2 stops9h 42m

Des Moines

Wed 4/8

5:30 am-1:03 pm

2 stops7h 33m

$500

Lake CharlesDes Moines

LCH - DSM

LCHDSM

Lake Charles

Wed 4/15

2:00 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop8h 43m

Des Moines

Sat 4/18

8:20 am-1:03 pm

1 stop4h 43m

$528
Cheapest one-way

Lake CharlesDes Moines

LCH - DSM

LCHDSM

Lake Charles

Thu 4/2

7:30 am-4:15 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$335
Quickest one-way

Lake CharlesDes Moines

LCH - DSM

LCHDSM

Lake Charles

Thu 4/2

9:30 am-2:22 pm

1 stop4h 52m

$380

Lake CharlesDes Moines

LCH - DSM

LCHDSM

Lake Charles

Thu 4/2

2:00 pm-4:15 pm

3 stops26h 15m

$624

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Fastest flight time

4h 52m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from Lake Charles to Des Moines takes 4h 52m
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  • How far is Lake Charles to Des Moines by plane?

    Lake Charles and Des Moines are 785.6 mi apart from one another. 4h 52m 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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