What airlines fly to Des Moines?

Allegiant Air, American Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Des Moines from Tennessee according to our data. Allegiant Air is the first choice among our users, with 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Des Moines. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Des Moines on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Delta, United Airlines, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Tennessee to Des Moines

How long does it take to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Tennessee, such as Nashville or Knoxville, and flying into Des Moines, then you can expect flight times to average 1h 38m and 4h 01m, respectively.

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

Prices for flights from Tennessee to Des Moines Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

As of September 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Tennessee to Des Moines Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Tennessee 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 Tennessee 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.

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6:00 am - 7:38 amBNA Nashville Intl-DSM Des Moines

1h 38mnonstop

2:49 pm - 4:23 pmDSM Des Moines-BNA Nashville Intl

1h 34mnonstop

$74Allegiant Air

Thu, Oct 22 - Sun, Oct 25

6:00 am - 7:38 amBNA Nashville Intl-DSM Des Moines

1h 38mnonstop

2:49 pm - 4:23 pmDSM Des Moines-BNA Nashville Intl

1h 34mnonstop

$75Allegiant Air

Thu, Oct 22 - Sun, Oct 25

3:14 pm - 7:30 pmBNA Nashville Intl-DSM Des Moines

28h 16m1 stop Denver Intl

2:49 pm - 4:23 pmDSM Des Moines-BNA Nashville Intl

1h 34mnonstop

$161Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 22 - Sun, Oct 25

12:44 pm - 7:30 pmBNA Nashville Intl-DSM Des Moines

6h 46m1 stop Denver Intl

6:25 am - 7:59 amDSM Des Moines-BNA Nashville Intl

1h 34mnonstop

$168Multiple Airlines

Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19

5:00 pm - 9:23 pmBNA Nashville Intl-DSM Des Moines

4h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:00 am - 2:02 pmDSM Des Moines-BNA Nashville Intl

8h 02m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$268United Airlines

Tue, Sep 29 - Wed, Sep 30

7:34 am - 2:15 pmBNA Nashville Intl-DSM Des Moines

6h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:00 am - 10:30 amDSM Des Moines-BNA Nashville Intl

4h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$273United Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21

8:55 am - 1:49 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-DSM Des Moines

5h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

5:35 am - 10:54 amDSM Des Moines-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

4h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$287Delta

Thu, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 6

5:56 pm - 11:07 pmMEM Memphis-DSM Des Moines

5h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

5:39 am - 10:06 amDSM Des Moines-MEM Memphis

4h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$338American Airlines

Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 1

10:20 am - 3:21 pmMEM Memphis-DSM Des Moines

5h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:36 am - 6:55 pmDSM Des Moines-MEM Memphis

7h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$339Delta

Thu, Nov 26 - Fri, Nov 27

6:16 pm - 11:41 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-DSM Des Moines

6h 25m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

4:12 pm - 11:18 pmDSM Des Moines-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

6h 06m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$343American Airlines

Thu, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 6

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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

$182Allegiant Air

Thu, Sep 10 - 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

$274Allegiant Air

Sun, Sep 13 - Thu, Sep 17

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

1h 39mnonstop

1:58 pm - 4:45 pmDSM Des Moines-BNA Nashville Intl

26h 47m2 stops Philadelphia Orlando

$293Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 10 - Sun, Sep 13

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

1h 39mnonstop

1:58 pm - 4:59 pmDSM Des Moines-BNA Nashville Intl

27h 01m2 stops Philadelphia Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl

$322Allegiant Air

Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 10

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

$325Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 10 - Sun, Sep 13

6:13 pm - 10:26 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-DSM Des Moines

5h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:54 pm - 11:55 pmDSM Des Moines-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

4h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$562Delta

Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 21

6:02 am - 10:31 amBNA Nashville Intl-DSM Des Moines

4h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

11:32 am - 5:32 pmDSM Des Moines-BNA Nashville Intl

6h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$683United Airlines

Thu, Sep 10 - Sat, Sep 12

5:34 pm - 12:04 amMEM Memphis-DSM Des Moines

6h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:56 pm - 12:23 amDSM Des Moines-MEM Memphis

6h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$712American Airlines

Mon, Sep 14 - Fri, Sep 18

11:57 am - 5:52 pmMEM Memphis-DSM Des Moines

5h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

5:56 pm - 11:07 pmDSM Des Moines-MEM Memphis

5h 11m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$712American Airlines

Tue, Sep 15 - Wed, Sep 16

8:45 am - 2:14 pmBNA Nashville Intl-DSM Des Moines

5h 29m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

3:22 pm - 8:06 pmDSM Des Moines-BNA Nashville Intl

4h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$717United Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Fri, Sep 11

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United Airlines flights from Tennessee to Des Moines

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Nov 26

MEM7:00 amMemphis

7h 24m

1 stop

DSM2:24 pmDes Moines

Nov 28

DSM6:45 pmDes Moines

4h 59m

1 stop

MEM11:44 pmMemphis

$328

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Oct 1

MEM7:04 amMemphis

5h 30m

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DSM12:34 pmDes Moines

Oct 5

DSM6:55 pmDes Moines

4h 21m

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MEM11:16 pmMemphis

$349

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Oct 1

MEM7:04 amMemphis

7h 11m

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DSM2:15 pmDes Moines

Oct 5

DSM1:27 pmDes Moines

7h 38m

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MEM9:05 pmMemphis

$353

Allegiant Air flights from Tennessee to Des Moines

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Oct 22

BNA6:00 amNashville Intl

1h 38m

DSM7:38 amDes Moines

Oct 25

DSM2:49 pmDes Moines

1h 34m

BNA4:23 pmNashville Intl

$74

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Oct 22

BNA6:00 amNashville Intl

1h 38m

DSM7:38 amDes Moines

Oct 25

DSM2:49 pmDes Moines

1h 34m

BNA4:23 pmNashville Intl

$75

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Oct 22

BNA6:00 amNashville Intl

1h 38m

DSM7:38 amDes Moines

Oct 25

DSM2:49 pmDes Moines

1h 34m

BNA4:23 pmNashville Intl

$76

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1 stop8h 02m

$268

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Wed 10/14

7:34 am-2:15 pm

1 stop6h 41m

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6:00 am-10:30 am

1 stop4h 30m

$273

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Thu 10/1

8:55 am-1:49 pm

1 stop5h 54m

Des Moines

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5:35 am-10:54 am

1 stop4h 19m

$287

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Fri 10/30

5:56 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop5h 11m

Des Moines

Sun 11/1

5:39 am-10:06 am

1 stop4h 27m

$338

MemphisDes Moines

MEM Memphis - DSM Des Moines

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Thu 11/26

10:20 am-3:21 pm

1 stop5h 01m

Des Moines

Fri 11/27

11:36 am-6:55 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$339

KnoxvilleDes Moines

TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson - DSM Des Moines

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Thu 10/1

6:16 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Des Moines

Tue 10/6

4:12 pm-11:18 pm

1 stop6h 06m

$343

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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 May is your next best option. Flight prices from Tennessee to Des Moines during May average around $204.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Tennessee 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 $106. Flights from Tennessee to Des Moines on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $198. 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 Tennessee to Des Moines in the evening for as low as $105. 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 $142. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Tennessee to Des Moines flight route?

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

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

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Best Price Found	$38
Fastest flight time	1h 38m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Fri and Sat
Airports in Des Moines	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Des Moines from Tennessee in the past 72 hours is $38. The best round-trip flight deal from Tennessee to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $74.

The fastest flight from Tennessee to Des Moines takes 1h 38m

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

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

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Tennessee to Des Moines Airport?
Prices for flights from Tennessee to Des Moines Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Tennessee to Des Moines Airport?
As of September 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Tennessee to Des Moines Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Tennessee 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 Tennessee 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 plane model from Tennessee to Des Moines?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Tennessee and Des Moines, the leading plane model is Airbus A320-100/200, making up 44.58% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A319 with 14.46%, Boeing 737-800 with 7.23%, and Boeing 737 MAX 8 with 6.02%.

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Allegiant Air	PriceFrom $80	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 679 reviews	Search Allegiant Air flights
Delta	PriceFrom $201	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,553 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $226	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 12,045 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
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