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Cheap flights from Milwaukee to Des Moines from $99

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Delta Logo
6:30 am - 10:07 amMKE-DSM
3h 37m1 stop
Delta Logo
12:35 pm - 4:08 pmDSM-MKE
3h 33m1 stop
$197Delta
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Thu, Sep 4 - Sat, Sep 6
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:14 pmMKE-DSM
6h 14m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:25 pm - 9:56 pmDSM-MKE
3h 31m1 stop
$213United Airlines
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Fri, Sep 12 - Sun, Sep 14
Southwest Logo
5:25 pm - 10:50 pmMKE-DSM
5h 25m1 stop
Southwest Logo
8:35 am - 8:50 pmDSM-MKE
12h 15m2 stops
$223Southwest
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Thu, Sep 4 - Sat, Sep 6
Southwest Logo
11:35 am - 10:50 pmMKE-DSM
11h 15m2 stops
Southwest Logo
8:35 am - 8:50 pmDSM-MKE
12h 15m2 stops
$253Southwest
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Thu, Sep 4 - Sat, Sep 6
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:39 amMKE-DSM
4h 39m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:25 pm - 10:41 pmDSM-MKE
4h 16m1 stop
$257United Airlines
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Fri, Sep 12 - Thu, Sep 18
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 8:37 amMKE-DSM
3h 37m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:32 am - 12:36 pmDSM-MKE
5h 04m1 stop
$262American Airlines
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Thu, Aug 28 - Sun, Aug 31
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:39 amMKE-DSM
4h 39m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:25 pm - 9:56 pmDSM-MKE
3h 31m1 stop
$272United Airlines
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Fri, Sep 12 - Sun, Sep 14
American Airlines Logo
7:49 pm - 11:24 pmMKE-DSM
27h 35m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 12:36 pmDSM-MKE
31h 36m1 stop
$377American Airlines
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Fri, Aug 15 - Tue, Aug 19
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7:40 pm - 8:20 pmMKE-DSM
24h 40m2 stops
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6:00 am - 11:06 pmDSM-MKE
17h 06m2 stops
$398
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Thu, Aug 14 - Mon, Aug 18
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7:40 pm - 8:20 pmMKE-DSM
24h 40m2 stops
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6:00 am - 11:06 pmDSM-MKE
17h 06m3 stops
$439
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Thu, Aug 14 - Mon, Aug 18

United Airlines flights from Milwaukee to Des Moines

Our best United Airlines deals on Milwaukee to Des Moines flight tickets
United Airlines
Sep 12
MKE6:00 amMilwaukee-Mitchell
6h 14m
1 stop
DSM12:14 pmDes Moines
Sep 14
DSM6:25 pmDes Moines
3h 31m
1 stop
MKE9:56 pmMilwaukee-Mitchell
$213
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United Airlines
Sep 12
MKE6:00 amMilwaukee-Mitchell
4h 39m
1 stop
DSM10:39 amDes Moines
Sep 18
DSM6:25 pmDes Moines
4h 16m
1 stop
MKE10:41 pmMilwaukee-Mitchell
$257
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United Airlines
Sep 12
MKE6:00 amMilwaukee-Mitchell
4h 39m
1 stop
DSM10:39 amDes Moines
Sep 14
DSM6:25 pmDes Moines
3h 31m
1 stop
MKE9:56 pmMilwaukee-Mitchell
$272
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American Airlines flights from Milwaukee to Des Moines

Our best American Airlines deals on Milwaukee to Des Moines flight tickets
American Airlines
Aug 28
MKE5:00 amMilwaukee-Mitchell
3h 37m
1 stop
DSM8:37 amDes Moines
Aug 31
DSM7:32 amDes Moines
5h 04m
1 stop
MKE12:36 pmMilwaukee-Mitchell
$262
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American Airlines
Aug 15
MKE7:49 pmMilwaukee-Mitchell
27h 35m
1 stop
DSM11:24 pmDes Moines
Aug 19
DSM5:00 amDes Moines
31h 36m
1 stop
MKE12:36 pmMilwaukee-Mitchell
$377
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American Airlines
Aug 13
MKE1:06 pmMilwaukee-Mitchell
3h 29m
1 stop
DSM4:35 pmDes Moines
Aug 17
DSM3:21 pmDes Moines
3h 57m
1 stop
MKE7:18 pmMilwaukee-Mitchell
$473
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Depart

Return

Price

MilwaukeeDes Moines

MKE - DSM

MKEDSM

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Thu 9/4

6:30 am-10:07 am

1 stop3h 37m

Des Moines

Sat 9/6

12:35 pm-4:08 pm

1 stop3h 33m

$197

MilwaukeeDes Moines

MKE - DSM

MKEDSM

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Fri 9/12

6:00 am-12:14 pm

1 stop6h 14m

Des Moines

Sun 9/14

6:25 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop3h 31m

$213

MilwaukeeDes Moines

MKE - DSM

MKEDSM

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Thu 9/4

5:25 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Des Moines

Sat 9/6

8:35 am-8:50 pm

2 stops12h 15m

$223

MilwaukeeDes Moines

MKE - DSM

MKEDSM

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Thu 9/4

11:35 am-10:50 pm

2 stops11h 15m

Des Moines

Sat 9/6

8:35 am-8:50 pm

2 stops12h 15m

$253

MilwaukeeDes Moines

MKE - DSM

MKEDSM

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Fri 9/12

6:00 am-10:39 am

1 stop4h 39m

Des Moines

Thu 9/18

6:25 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop4h 16m

$257

MilwaukeeDes Moines

MKE - DSM

MKEDSM

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Thu 8/28

5:00 am-8:37 am

1 stop3h 37m

Des Moines

Sun 8/31

7:32 am-12:36 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$262

MilwaukeeDes Moines

MKE - DSM

MKEDSM

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Fri 9/12

6:00 am-10:39 am

1 stop4h 39m

Des Moines

Sun 9/14

6:25 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop3h 31m

$272

MilwaukeeDes Moines

MKE - DSM

MKEDSM

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Fri 8/15

7:49 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop27h 35m

Des Moines

Tue 8/19

5:00 am-12:36 pm

1 stop31h 36m

$377

MilwaukeeDes Moines

MKE - DSM

MKEDSM

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Thu 8/14

7:40 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops24h 40m

Des Moines

Mon 8/18

6:00 am-11:06 pm

2 stops17h 06m

$398

MilwaukeeDes Moines

MKE - DSM

MKEDSM

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Thu 8/14

7:40 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops24h 40m

Des Moines

Mon 8/18

6:00 am-11:06 pm

3 stops17h 06m

$439

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

The cheapest day to depart from Milwaukee to Des Moines is on a Sunday. Travelers who choose to depart for Des Moines on a Sunday will often find tickets for as low as $296. Flights from Milwaukee to Des Moines on a Tuesday will generally be more expensive and average around $613. 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 Milwaukee to Des Moines in the afternoon for as low as $316. 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 $402. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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Best Price Found

$99

Fastest flight time

3h 10m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Des Moines

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Des Moines from Milwaukee in the past 72 hours is $99. The best round-trip flight deal from Milwaukee to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $197.
The fastest flight from Milwaukee to Des Moines takes 3h 10m
There are no direct flights from Milwaukee to Des Moines. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport - Des Moines Airport.
There is 1 airport near Des Moines: Des Moines (DSM)
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  • How far is Milwaukee-Mitchell to Des Moines by plane?

    A flight from Milwaukee-Mitchell to Des Moines will travel around 308.8 mi. Flights usually cover this in 3h 10m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport to Des Moines Airport?

    Prices for flights from Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport to Des Moines Airport were last updated today.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport to Des Moines Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Milwaukee-Mitchell 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 Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport to Des Moines Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Des Moines Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Des Moines Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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

Best airlines flying from Milwaukee to Des Moines

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
American AirlinesPriceFrom $174Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $270Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,900 reviews
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