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Cheap flights from Louisville to Des Moines from $164

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Delta Logo
6:23 am - 10:17 amSDF-DSM
4h 54m1 stop
Delta Logo
5:15 pm - 11:50 pmDSM-SDF
5h 35m1 stop
$258Delta
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Thu, Feb 19 - Mon, Feb 23
American Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 1:21 pmSDF-DSM
6h 21m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:52 pm - 12:27 pmDSM-SDF
16h 35m1 stop
$273American Airlines
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Tue, Dec 30 - Mon, Jan 5
American Airlines Logo
5:49 pm - 11:46 pmSDF-DSM
6h 57m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
3:27 pm - 11:30 pmDSM-SDF
7h 03m1 stop
$296American Airlines
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Mon, Dec 29 - Mon, Jan 5
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:42 amSDF-DSM
5h 42m1 stop
Delta Logo
6:32 pm - 12:06 amDSM-SDF
4h 34m1 stop
$299Delta
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Mon, Nov 24 - Mon, Dec 1
American Airlines Logo
4:18 pm - 11:30 pmSDF-DSM
8h 12m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
1:06 pm - 9:46 pmDSM-SDF
7h 40m2 stops
$304American Airlines
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Mon, Nov 24 - Mon, Dec 1
American Airlines Logo
11:19 am - 6:26 pmSDF-DSM
8h 07m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
1:06 pm - 9:46 pmDSM-SDF
7h 40m2 stops
$309American Airlines
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Mon, Nov 24 - Mon, Dec 1
American Airlines Logo
5:49 pm - 11:46 pmSDF-DSM
6h 57m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:52 pm - 12:27 pmDSM-SDF
16h 35m1 stop
$311American Airlines
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Mon, Dec 29 - Mon, Jan 5
American Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 1:21 pmSDF-DSM
6h 21m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
3:27 pm - 12:16 amDSM-SDF
7h 49m2 stops
$314American Airlines
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Tue, Dec 30 - Mon, Jan 5
American Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 1:21 pmSDF-DSM
6h 21m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
3:27 pm - 12:16 amDSM-SDF
7h 49m2 stops
$334American Airlines
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Tue, Dec 30 - Mon, Jan 5
United Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 12:14 pmSDF-DSM
4h 14m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
11:26 am - 5:16 pmDSM-SDF
4h 50m1 stop
$407United Airlines
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Wed, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 23

Delta flights from Louisville to Des Moines

Our best Delta deals on Louisville to Des Moines flight tickets
Delta
Feb 19
SDF6:23 amLouisville Intl
4h 54m
1 stop
DSM10:17 amDes Moines
Feb 23
DSM5:15 pmDes Moines
5h 35m
1 stop
SDF11:50 pmLouisville Intl
$258
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Delta
Nov 24
SDF6:00 amLouisville Intl
5h 42m
1 stop
DSM10:42 amDes Moines
Dec 1
DSM6:32 pmDes Moines
4h 34m
1 stop
SDF12:06 amLouisville Intl
$299
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American Airlines flights from Louisville to Des Moines

Our best American Airlines deals on Louisville to Des Moines flight tickets
American Airlines
Dec 30
SDF8:00 amLouisville Intl
6h 21m
1 stop
DSM1:21 pmDes Moines
Jan 5
DSM6:52 pmDes Moines
16h 35m
1 stop
SDF12:27 pmLouisville Intl
$273
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American Airlines
Dec 29
SDF5:49 pmLouisville Intl
6h 57m
1 stop
DSM11:46 pmDes Moines
Jan 5
DSM3:27 pmDes Moines
7h 03m
1 stop
SDF11:30 pmLouisville Intl
$296
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American Airlines
Nov 24
SDF4:18 pmLouisville Intl
8h 12m
1 stop
DSM11:30 pmDes Moines
Dec 1
DSM1:06 pmDes Moines
7h 40m
2 stops
SDF9:46 pmLouisville Intl
$304
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Louisville 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 November 6, 2025.
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LouisvilleDes Moines

SDF - DSM

SDFDSM

Louisville Intl

Thu 2/19

6:23 am-10:17 am

1 stop4h 54m

Des Moines

Mon 2/23

5:15 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$258

LouisvilleDes Moines

SDF - DSM

SDFDSM

Louisville Intl

Tue 12/30

8:00 am-1:21 pm

1 stop6h 21m

Des Moines

Mon 1/5

6:52 pm-12:27 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$273

LouisvilleDes Moines

SDF - DSM

SDFDSM

Louisville Intl

Mon 12/29

5:49 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop6h 57m

Des Moines

Mon 1/5

3:27 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$296

LouisvilleDes Moines

SDF - DSM

SDFDSM

Louisville Intl

Mon 11/24

6:00 am-10:42 am

1 stop5h 42m

Des Moines

Mon 12/1

6:32 pm-12:06 am

1 stop4h 34m

$299

LouisvilleDes Moines

SDF - DSM

SDFDSM

Louisville Intl

Mon 11/24

4:18 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop8h 12m

Des Moines

Mon 12/1

1:06 pm-9:46 pm

2 stops7h 40m

$304

LouisvilleDes Moines

SDF - DSM

SDFDSM

Louisville Intl

Mon 11/24

11:19 am-6:26 pm

2 stops8h 07m

Des Moines

Mon 12/1

1:06 pm-9:46 pm

2 stops7h 40m

$309

LouisvilleDes Moines

SDF - DSM

SDFDSM

Louisville Intl

Mon 12/29

5:49 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop6h 57m

Des Moines

Mon 1/5

6:52 pm-12:27 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$311

LouisvilleDes Moines

SDF - DSM

SDFDSM

Louisville Intl

Tue 12/30

8:00 am-1:21 pm

1 stop6h 21m

Des Moines

Mon 1/5

3:27 pm-12:16 am

2 stops7h 49m

$314

LouisvilleDes Moines

SDF - DSM

SDFDSM

Louisville Intl

Tue 12/30

8:00 am-1:21 pm

1 stop6h 21m

Des Moines

Mon 1/5

3:27 pm-12:16 am

2 stops7h 49m

$334

LouisvilleDes Moines

SDF - DSM

SDFDSM

Louisville Intl

Wed 11/19

9:00 am-12:14 pm

1 stop4h 14m

Des Moines

Sun 11/23

11:26 am-5:16 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$407

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

The cheapest day to depart from Louisville to Des Moines is on a Tuesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Des Moines on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as $286. Flights from Louisville to Des Moines on a Wednesday will generally be more expensive and average around $417. 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 afternoon. momondo users have found flights departing from Louisville to Des Moines in the afternoon for as low as $365. 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 at noon because they tend to be around $437. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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Cheap Louisville to Des Moines (SDF to DSM) flight deals and tips

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  • How far is Louisville Intl to Des Moines by plane?

    Louisville Intl and Des Moines are 476.1 mi apart from one another. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 4h 14m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Louisville Intl Airport to Des Moines Airport?

    Prices for flights from Louisville Intl Airport to Des Moines Airport were last updated today.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Louisville Intl Airport to Des Moines Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Louisville Intl 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 Louisville Intl 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.

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

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DeltaPriceFrom $105Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,001 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $196Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,040 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $223Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,007 reviews
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