Cheap flights from St. Louis to Des Moines from $49

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Southwest Logo
9:15 pm - 10:20 pmSTL-DSM
1h 05mnonstop
Southwest Logo
8:25 am - 9:30 amDSM-STL
1h 05mnonstop
$97Southwest
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Wed, Aug 27 - Wed, Sep 3
Southwest Logo
10:15 am - 11:25 amSTL-DSM
1h 10mnonstop
Southwest Logo
6:30 am - 11:30 amDSM-STL
5h 00m1 stop
$107Southwest
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Wed, Aug 27 - Wed, Sep 3
Southwest Logo
6:20 am - 2:40 pmSTL-DSM
8h 20m1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:30 am - 11:30 amDSM-STL
5h 00m1 stop
$122Southwest
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Wed, Aug 27 - Wed, Sep 3
Delta Logo
5:11 pm - 10:37 pmSTL-DSM
5h 26m1 stop
Delta Logo
10:52 am - 3:55 pmDSM-STL
5h 03m1 stop
$167Delta
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Sat, Sep 27 - Tue, Oct 7
Delta Logo
6:01 am - 10:30 amSTL-DSM
4h 29m1 stop
Delta Logo
6:39 pm - 11:41 pmDSM-STL
5h 02m1 stop
$172Delta
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Tue, Sep 30 - Mon, Oct 6
Frontier Logo
7:55 pm - 1:40 pmSTL-DSM
17h 45m1 stop
Frontier Logo
2:25 pm - 9:07 amDSM-STL
18h 42m1 stop
$205Frontier
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Sun, Sep 28 - Mon, Oct 6
United Airlines Logo
9:20 am - 2:23 pmSTL-DSM
5h 03m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 2:27 pmDSM-STL
6h 27m1 stop
$260United Airlines
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Fri, Sep 26 - Wed, Oct 8
United Airlines Logo
5:28 pm - 9:50 pmSTL-DSM
4h 22m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 10:49 amDSM-STL
4h 19m1 stop
$266United Airlines
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Fri, Sep 26 - Thu, Oct 9
American Airlines Logo
8:03 pm - 11:28 pmSTL-DSM
3h 25m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:42 pm - 11:05 pmDSM-STL
5h 23m1 stop
$294American Airlines
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Sun, Sep 28 - Wed, Oct 8
American Airlines Logo
7:23 am - 12:39 pmSTL-DSM
5h 16m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:12 am - 11:50 amDSM-STL
6h 38m1 stop
$320American Airlines
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Mon, Aug 25 - Mon, Sep 1

American Airlines flights from St. Louis to Des Moines

Our best American Airlines deals on St. Louis to Des Moines flight tickets
American Airlines
Sep 28
STL8:03 pmLambert-St Louis
3h 25m
1 stop
DSM11:28 pmDes Moines
Oct 8
DSM5:42 pmDes Moines
5h 23m
1 stop
STL11:05 pmLambert-St Louis
American Airlines
Aug 25
STL7:23 amLambert-St Louis
5h 16m
1 stop
DSM12:39 pmDes Moines
Sep 1
DSM5:12 amDes Moines
6h 38m
1 stop
STL11:50 amLambert-St Louis
American Airlines
Sep 28
STL8:03 pmLambert-St Louis
3h 25m
1 stop
DSM11:28 pmDes Moines
Oct 3
DSM5:38 pmDes Moines
5h 29m
1 stop
STL11:07 pmLambert-St Louis

Southwest flights from St. Louis to Des Moines

Our best Southwest deals on St. Louis to Des Moines flight tickets
Southwest
Aug 27
STL9:15 pmLambert-St Louis
1h 05m
DSM10:20 pmDes Moines
Sep 3
DSM8:25 amDes Moines
1h 05m
STL9:30 amLambert-St Louis
Southwest
Aug 27
STL10:15 amLambert-St Louis
1h 10m
DSM11:25 amDes Moines
Sep 3
DSM6:30 amDes Moines
5h 00m
1 stop
STL11:30 amLambert-St Louis
Southwest
Aug 27
STL6:20 amLambert-St Louis
8h 20m
1 stop
DSM2:40 pmDes Moines
Sep 3
DSM6:30 amDes Moines
5h 00m
1 stop
STL11:30 amLambert-St Louis

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Depart

Return

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St. LouisDes Moines

STL - DSM

STLDSM

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 8/27

9:15 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

Des Moines

Wed 9/3

8:25 am-9:30 am

Nonstop1h 05m

$97

St. LouisDes Moines

STL - DSM

STLDSM

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 8/27

10:15 am-11:25 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Des Moines

Wed 9/3

6:30 am-11:30 am

1 stop5h 00m

$107

St. LouisDes Moines

STL - DSM

STLDSM

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 8/27

6:20 am-2:40 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Des Moines

Wed 9/3

6:30 am-11:30 am

1 stop5h 00m

$122

St. LouisDes Moines

STL - DSM

STLDSM

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 9/27

5:11 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop5h 26m

Des Moines

Tue 10/7

10:52 am-3:55 pm

1 stop5h 03m

$167

St. LouisDes Moines

STL - DSM

STLDSM

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 9/30

6:01 am-10:30 am

1 stop4h 29m

Des Moines

Mon 10/6

6:39 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop5h 02m

$172

St. LouisDes Moines

STL - DSM

STLDSM

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 9/28

7:55 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop17h 45m

Des Moines

Mon 10/6

2:25 pm-9:07 am

1 stop18h 42m

$205

St. LouisDes Moines

STL - DSM

STLDSM

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 9/26

9:20 am-2:23 pm

1 stop5h 03m

Des Moines

Wed 10/8

8:00 am-2:27 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$260

St. LouisDes Moines

STL - DSM

STLDSM

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 9/26

5:28 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop4h 22m

Des Moines

Thu 10/9

6:30 am-10:49 am

1 stop4h 19m

$266

St. LouisDes Moines

STL - DSM

STLDSM

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 9/28

8:03 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop3h 25m

Des Moines

Wed 10/8

5:42 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop5h 23m

$294

St. LouisDes Moines

STL - DSM

STLDSM

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 8/25

7:23 am-12:39 pm

1 stop5h 16m

Des Moines

Mon 9/1

5:12 am-11:50 am

1 stop6h 38m

$320

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re not able to fly to Des Moines in June, then December is your next best option. Flight prices from St. Louis to Des Moines during December average around $229.

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

The cheapest day to depart from St. Louis to Des Moines is on a Saturday. Travelers who choose to depart for Des Moines on a Saturday will often find tickets for as low as $309. Flights from St. Louis to Des Moines on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around $475. 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 St. Louis to Des Moines in the afternoon for as low as $247. 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 $409. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Lambert-St Louis to Des Moines flight route?

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How have St. Louis to Des Moines flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2025, prices for St. Louis to Des Moines flights are approximately 2% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found

$49

Fastest flight time

1h 05m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Des Moines

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Des Moines from St. Louis in the past 72 hours is $49. The best round-trip flight deal from St. Louis to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $97.
The fastest flight from St. Louis to Des Moines takes 1h 05m
Direct flights go from St. Louis to Des Moines every day.
There is 1 airport near Des Moines: Des Moines (DSM)

  • How far is Lambert-St Louis to Des Moines by plane?

    A flight from Lambert-St Louis to Des Moines will travel around 273.0 mi. 1h 05m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Lambert-St Louis Airport to Des Moines Airport?

    Prices for flights from Lambert-St Louis Airport to Des Moines Airport were last updated today.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Lambert-St Louis Airport to Des Moines Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Lambert-St Louis 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 Lambert-St Louis 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 plane model from St. Louis to Des Moines?

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Free Cancellation
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SouthwestPriceFrom $127Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,241 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From St. Louis to Des Moines

    Southwest operates around 10 flights from St. Louis to Des Moines every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been $310, but momondo users have found Southwest deals from St. Louis to Des Moines from as low as $127 round-trip. Southwest has been scored 8.0/10 in 4,241 reviews.


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