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Cheap flights from Lexington to Des Moines from $165

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Delta Logo
10:35 am - 4:57 pmLEX-DSM
7h 22m1 stop
Delta Logo
10:37 am - 4:53 pmDSM-LEX
5h 16m1 stop
$249Delta
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Fri, Feb 13 - Mon, Feb 16
American Airlines Logo
8:05 am - 1:21 pmLEX-DSM
6h 16m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
4:25 pm - 11:15 pmDSM-LEX
5h 50m1 stop
$294American Airlines
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Thu, Jan 1 - Thu, Jan 8
American Airlines Logo
8:05 am - 2:53 pmLEX-DSM
7h 48m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
4:25 pm - 11:15 pmDSM-LEX
5h 50m1 stop
$299American Airlines
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Thu, Jan 1 - Thu, Jan 8
Delta Logo
10:13 am - 2:12 pmLEX-DSM
4h 59m1 stop
Delta Logo
11:23 am - 7:08 pmDSM-LEX
6h 45m1 stop
$309Delta
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Sat, Dec 13 - Wed, Dec 17
United Airlines Logo
5:47 pm - 9:37 pmLEX-DSM
4h 50m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
3:17 pm - 10:30 pmDSM-LEX
6h 13m1 stop
$379United Airlines
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Sat, Dec 13 - Wed, Dec 17
American Airlines Logo
8:02 pm - 11:44 pmLEX-DSM
4h 42m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
1:17 pm - 9:29 pmDSM-LEX
7h 12m2 stops
$384American Airlines
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Sat, Dec 13 - Wed, Dec 17
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:16 pmLEX-DSM
8h 16m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
7:45 pm - 4:10 pmDSM-LEX
19h 25m1 stop
$418American Airlines
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Fri, Feb 13 - Mon, Feb 16
American Airlines Logo
3:37 pm - 10:29 pmLEX-DSM
7h 52m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
1:17 pm - 9:29 pmDSM-LEX
7h 12m2 stops
$437American Airlines
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Sat, Dec 13 - Wed, Dec 17
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:16 pmLEX-DSM
8h 16m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
6:46 am - 5:15 pmDSM-LEX
9h 29m2 stops
$452American Airlines
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Fri, Feb 13 - Mon, Feb 16
American Airlines Logo
3:37 pm - 11:44 pmLEX-DSM
9h 07m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
5:40 am - 5:33 pmDSM-LEX
10h 53m2 stops
$463American Airlines
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Sat, Dec 13 - Wed, Dec 17

Delta flights from Lexington to Des Moines

Our best Delta deals on Lexington to Des Moines flight tickets
Delta
Feb 13
LEX10:35 amLexington Blue Grass
7h 22m
1 stop
DSM4:57 pmDes Moines
Feb 16
DSM10:37 amDes Moines
5h 16m
1 stop
LEX4:53 pmLexington Blue Grass
$249
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Delta
Dec 13
LEX10:13 amLexington Blue Grass
4h 59m
1 stop
DSM2:12 pmDes Moines
Dec 17
DSM11:23 amDes Moines
6h 45m
1 stop
LEX7:08 pmLexington Blue Grass
$309
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Delta
Dec 12
LEX10:33 amLexington Blue Grass
7h 30m
2 stops
DSM5:03 pmDes Moines
Dec 14
DSM2:59 pmDes Moines
6h 51m
2 stops
LEX10:50 pmLexington Blue Grass
$1,476
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American Airlines flights from Lexington to Des Moines

Our best American Airlines deals on Lexington to Des Moines flight tickets
American Airlines
Jan 1
LEX8:05 amLexington Blue Grass
6h 16m
1 stop
DSM1:21 pmDes Moines
Jan 8
DSM4:25 pmDes Moines
5h 50m
1 stop
LEX11:15 pmLexington Blue Grass
$294
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American Airlines
Jan 1
LEX8:05 amLexington Blue Grass
7h 48m
2 stops
DSM2:53 pmDes Moines
Jan 8
DSM4:25 pmDes Moines
5h 50m
1 stop
LEX11:15 pmLexington Blue Grass
$299
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American Airlines
Dec 12
LEX6:58 pmLexington Blue Grass
5h 46m
1 stop
DSM11:44 pmDes Moines
Dec 14
DSM7:05 amDes Moines
9h 35m
2 stops
LEX5:40 pmLexington Blue Grass
$344
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Lexington 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 December 3, 2025.
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LexingtonDes Moines

LEX - DSM

LEXDSM

Lexington Blue Grass

Fri 2/13

10:35 am-4:57 pm

1 stop7h 22m

Des Moines

Mon 2/16

10:37 am-4:53 pm

1 stop5h 16m

$249

LexingtonDes Moines

LEX - DSM

LEXDSM

Lexington Blue Grass

Thu 1/1

8:05 am-1:21 pm

1 stop6h 16m

Des Moines

Thu 1/8

4:25 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$294

LexingtonDes Moines

LEX - DSM

LEXDSM

Lexington Blue Grass

Thu 1/1

8:05 am-2:53 pm

2 stops7h 48m

Des Moines

Thu 1/8

4:25 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$299

LexingtonDes Moines

LEX - DSM

LEXDSM

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 12/13

10:13 am-2:12 pm

1 stop4h 59m

Des Moines

Wed 12/17

11:23 am-7:08 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$309

LexingtonDes Moines

LEX - DSM

LEXDSM

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 12/13

5:47 pm-9:37 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Des Moines

Wed 12/17

3:17 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$379

LexingtonDes Moines

LEX - DSM

LEXDSM

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 12/13

8:02 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop4h 42m

Des Moines

Wed 12/17

1:17 pm-9:29 pm

2 stops7h 12m

$384

LexingtonDes Moines

LEX - DSM

LEXDSM

Lexington Blue Grass

Fri 2/13

6:00 am-1:16 pm

2 stops8h 16m

Des Moines

Mon 2/16

7:45 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop19h 25m

$418

LexingtonDes Moines

LEX - DSM

LEXDSM

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 12/13

3:37 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops7h 52m

Des Moines

Wed 12/17

1:17 pm-9:29 pm

2 stops7h 12m

$437

LexingtonDes Moines

LEX - DSM

LEXDSM

Lexington Blue Grass

Fri 2/13

6:00 am-1:16 pm

2 stops8h 16m

Des Moines

Mon 2/16

6:46 am-5:15 pm

2 stops9h 29m

$452

LexingtonDes Moines

LEX - DSM

LEXDSM

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 12/13

3:37 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops9h 07m

Des Moines

Wed 12/17

5:40 am-5:33 pm

2 stops10h 53m

$463

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Des Moines?

The cheapest day to depart from Lexington to Des Moines is on a Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Des Moines on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $264. Flights from Lexington to Des Moines on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around $350. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Des Moines?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Des Moines is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from Lexington to Des Moines in the morning for as low as $293. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $325. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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Cheap Lexington to Des Moines (LEX to DSM) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

4h 52m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Lexington to Des Moines takes 4h 52m
There are no direct flights from Lexington to Des Moines. There are no popular flight routes from Lexington to Des Moines.
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  • How far is Lexington Blue Grass to Des Moines by plane?

    The distance between Lexington Blue Grass and Des Moines is about 542.1 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 4h 42m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Des Moines Airport?

    Prices for flights from Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Des Moines Airport were last updated today.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Des Moines Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Lexington Blue Grass 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 Lexington Blue Grass 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.

  • What is the most popular airline from Lexington to Des Moines?

Best airlines flying from Lexington to Des Moines

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American AirlinesPriceFrom $248Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,045 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $248Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,011 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $272Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,063 reviews
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