What is the cheapest airline that flies from Nashville Intl to Des Moines?

Allegiant Air is the most popular carrier operating from Nashville Intl to Des Moines

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

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

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

The number of operators available for flights from Nashville Intl Airport to Des Moines Airport is 2 as of August 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Nashville Intl 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 Nashville Intl Airport to Des Moines Airport.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Des Moines Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Des Moines Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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7:00 am - 8:38 amBNA Nashville Intl-DSM Des Moines

1h 38mnonstop

9:28 am - 11:02 amDSM Des Moines-BNA Nashville Intl

1h 34mnonstop

$71Allegiant Air

Thu, Aug 27 - Sun, Aug 30

12:20 pm - 1:58 pmBNA Nashville Intl-DSM Des Moines

1h 38mnonstop

8:30 am - 10:04 amDSM Des Moines-BNA Nashville Intl

1h 34mnonstop

$79Allegiant Air

Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2

7:10 am - 8:49 amBNA Nashville Intl-DSM Des Moines

1h 39mnonstop

9:39 am - 11:15 amDSM Des Moines-BNA Nashville Intl

1h 36mnonstop

$93Allegiant Air

Thu, Sep 3 - Sun, Sep 13

7:10 am - 8:49 amBNA Nashville Intl-DSM Des Moines

1h 39mnonstop

9:39 am - 11:15 amDSM Des Moines-BNA Nashville Intl

1h 36mnonstop

$97Allegiant Air

Thu, Sep 10 - Sun, Sep 13

7:10 am - 8:49 amBNA Nashville Intl-DSM Des Moines

1h 39mnonstop

1:58 pm - 9:14 pmDSM Des Moines-BNA Nashville Intl

7h 16m1 stop Philadelphia

$171Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 17 - Sun, Sep 20

7:10 am - 8:49 amBNA Nashville Intl-DSM Des Moines

1h 39mnonstop

1:58 pm - 9:14 pmDSM Des Moines-BNA Nashville Intl

7h 16m1 stop Philadelphia

$172Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 3 - Sun, Sep 13

3:14 pm - 7:33 pmBNA Nashville Intl-DSM Des Moines

28h 19m1 stop Denver Intl

9:39 am - 11:15 amDSM Des Moines-BNA Nashville Intl

1h 36mnonstop

$202Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 10 - Sun, Sep 13

12:37 pm - 5:28 pmBNA Nashville Intl-DSM Des Moines

4h 51m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

8:00 am - 12:35 pmDSM Des Moines-BNA Nashville Intl

4h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$318United Airlines

Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 9

5:03 pm - 9:28 pmBNA Nashville Intl-DSM Des Moines

4h 25m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:24 am - 10:37 amDSM Des Moines-BNA Nashville Intl

4h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$322United Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 13

5:03 pm - 9:28 pmBNA Nashville Intl-DSM Des Moines

4h 25m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

1:24 pm - 8:11 pmDSM Des Moines-BNA Nashville Intl

6h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$329United Airlines

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9:33 pm - 11:14 pmBNA Nashville Intl-DSM Des Moines

1h 41mnonstop

7:05 pm - 8:43 pmDSM Des Moines-BNA Nashville Intl

1h 38mnonstop

$94Allegiant Air

Mon, Aug 10 - Mon, Aug 17

9:33 pm - 11:14 pmBNA Nashville Intl-DSM Des Moines

1h 41mnonstop

7:05 pm - 8:43 pmDSM Des Moines-BNA Nashville Intl

1h 38mnonstop

$170Allegiant Air

Fri, Aug 7 - Mon, Aug 10

8:28 am - 10:09 amBNA Nashville Intl-DSM Des Moines

1h 41mnonstop

6:00 am - 7:38 amDSM Des Moines-BNA Nashville Intl

1h 38mnonstop

$222Allegiant Air

Sun, Aug 9 - Sun, Aug 16

9:33 pm - 11:14 pmBNA Nashville Intl-DSM Des Moines

1h 41mnonstop

6:00 am - 7:38 amDSM Des Moines-BNA Nashville Intl

1h 38mnonstop

$232Allegiant Air

Fri, Aug 7 - Sun, Aug 9

12:25 pm - 1:34 pmBNA Nashville Intl-DSM Des Moines

25h 09m1 stop Denver Intl

6:00 am - 7:38 amDSM Des Moines-BNA Nashville Intl

1h 38mnonstop

$251Multiple Airlines

Sun, Aug 9 - Sun, Aug 16

9:33 pm - 11:14 pmBNA Nashville Intl-DSM Des Moines

1h 41mnonstop

7:35 am - 7:13 pmDSM Des Moines-BNA Nashville Intl

11h 38m2 stops Newark Dallas/Fort Worth

$390Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 10 - Mon, Aug 17

9:33 pm - 11:14 pmBNA Nashville Intl-DSM Des Moines

1h 41mnonstop

10:06 pm - 1:45 pmDSM Des Moines-BNA Nashville Intl

39h 39m3 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Dallas/Fort Worth Fort Leonard Wood Waynesville Regional

$390Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 10 - Mon, Aug 17

4:59 pm - 9:22 pmBNA Nashville Intl-DSM Des Moines

4h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:00 am - 10:34 amDSM Des Moines-BNA Nashville Intl

4h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$803United Airlines

Fri, Aug 7 - Sun, Aug 9

4:59 pm - 9:22 pmBNA Nashville Intl-DSM Des Moines

4h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:00 am - 10:34 amDSM Des Moines-BNA Nashville Intl

4h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$903United Airlines

Fri, Aug 7 - Sun, Aug 9

9:25 am - 10:56 pmBNA Nashville Intl-DSM Des Moines

13h 31m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:00 am - 12:29 pmDSM Des Moines-BNA Nashville Intl

6h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$985United Airlines

Fri, Aug 7 - Sun, Aug 9

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American Airlines flights from Nashville to Des Moines

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American Airlines

Aug 20

BNA5:10 amNashville Intl

4h 46m

1 stop

DSM9:56 amDes Moines

Aug 24

DSM4:13 pmDes Moines

7h 14m

1 stop

BNA11:27 pmNashville Intl

$307

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Aug 31

BNA5:45 pmNashville Intl

5h 40m

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DSM11:25 pmDes Moines

Sep 7

DSM8:10 amDes Moines

6h 30m

1 stop

BNA2:40 pmNashville Intl

$329

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Sep 18

BNA7:04 amNashville Intl

8h 06m

1 stop

DSM3:10 pmDes Moines

Sep 21

DSM4:14 pmDes Moines

6h 15m

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BNA10:29 pmNashville Intl

$334

Southwest flights from Nashville to Des Moines

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Sep 2

BNA8:00 amNashville Intl

5h 55m

1 stop

DSM1:55 pmDes Moines

Sep 9

DSM6:10 amDes Moines

5h 15m

2 stops

BNA11:25 amNashville Intl

$323

Southwest

Sep 11

BNA3:50 pmNashville Intl

6h 25m

2 stops

DSM10:15 pmDes Moines

Sep 13

DSM3:50 pmDes Moines

6h 20m

1 stop

BNA10:10 pmNashville Intl

$327

Southwest

Sep 2

BNA2:35 pmNashville Intl

7h 20m

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DSM9:55 pmDes Moines

Sep 9

DSM6:10 amDes Moines

6h 00m

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BNA12:10 pmNashville Intl

$328

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Thu 8/27

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$79

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1:58 pm-9:14 pm

1 stop7h 16m

$171

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7:10 am-8:49 am

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$172

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3:14 pm-7:33 pm

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$202

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Wed 9/2

12:37 pm-5:28 pm

1 stop4h 51m

Des Moines

Wed 9/9

8:00 am-12:35 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$318

NashvilleDes Moines

BNA Nashville Intl - DSM Des Moines

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Fri 9/11

5:03 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop4h 25m

Des Moines

Sun 9/13

6:24 am-10:37 am

1 stop4h 13m

$322

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BNA Nashville Intl - DSM Des Moines

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Nashville Intl

Mon 9/21

5:03 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop4h 25m

Des Moines

Mon 10/5

1:24 pm-8:11 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$329

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Nashville and Des Moines?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $89 to $271.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $71.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re not able to fly to Des Moines in September, then November is your next best option. Flight prices from Nashville to Des Moines during November average around $92.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Nashville to Des Moines is on a Friday. Travelers who choose to depart for Des Moines on a Friday will often find tickets for as low as $104. Flights from Nashville to Des Moines on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around $297. 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 evening. momondo users have found flights departing from Nashville to Des Moines in the evening for as low as $96. 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 morning because they tend to be around $128. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Nashville Intl to Des Moines flight route?

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What cabin class options are available on Nashville to Des Moines flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Nashville to Des Moines flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Nashville to Des Moines flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Nashville to Des Moines.

How have Nashville to Des Moines flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2026, prices for Nashville to Des Moines flights are approximately 21% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$56
Fastest flight time	1h 39m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri and Sat
Airports in Des Moines	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Des Moines from Nashville in the past 72 hours is $56. The best round-trip flight deal from Nashville to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $99.

The fastest flight from Nashville to Des Moines takes 1h 39m

Direct flights go from Nashville to Des Moines on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. The only airline offering direct flights is Allegiant Air.

There is 1 airport in Des Moines. From Nashville there are direct flights to Des Moines (DSM).

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How far is Nashville Intl to Des Moines by plane?
Des Moines is 524.8 mi away from Nashville Intl. 1h 39m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Nashville Intl Airport to Des Moines Airport?
Prices for flights from Nashville Intl Airport to Des Moines Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Nashville Intl Airport to Des Moines Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Nashville Intl Airport to Des Moines Airport is 2 as of August 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Nashville Intl 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 Nashville Intl Airport to Des Moines Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Des Moines Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Des Moines Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Nashville to Des Moines?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Nashville to Des Moines is Airbus A320-100/200, representing 52.75% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A319 at 12.09%, Boeing 737-800 at 6.59%, and Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 5.49%.
What is the most popular airline from Nashville to Des Moines?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Nashville to Des Moines is Allegiant Air, representing 93% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airline is United Airlines at 7%.

Best airlines flying from Nashville to Des Moines

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Allegiant Air	PriceFrom $78	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 680 reviews		Search Allegiant Air flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $275	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,065 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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