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

United Airlines, Frontier, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from United States to Des Moines

What is the most punctual flight time for the United States to Des Moines flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What airlines fly to Des Moines?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Allegiant Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Des Moines from United States according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Des Moines. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Des Moines on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from United States to Des Moines on average per week?

As of August 2026, there are 448 flights per week flying from United States to Des Moines. The most common day of the week flights depart is Wed, with 20% of flights taking off on this day.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on the United States to Des Moines flights?

According to our data, American Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 17% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from United States to Des Moines on average per day?

As of August 2026, there are 64 flights per day flying from United States to Des Moines. The most common time of day flights depart is 9:00PM, with 50% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

How often are flights from the United States to Des Moines delayed?

Historically, on average around 16% of flights between United States and Des Moines have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 127 minutes.

How long does it take to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in United States, such as Boston or Los Angeles, and flying into Des Moines, then you can expect flight times to average 3h 03m and 3h 31m, respectively.

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

Prices for flights from United States to Des Moines Airport are updated daily.

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

As of August 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from United States to Des Moines Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from United States 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 United States to Des Moines Airport.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Des Moines Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Des Moines Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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4:27 pm - 10:44 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-DSM Des Moines

16h 17m1 stop Denver Intl

8:30 pm - 3:08 pmDSM Des Moines-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

20h 38m1 stop Denver Intl

$144Frontier

Wed, Sep 23 - Mon, Sep 28

4:27 pm - 10:44 amSEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl-DSM Des Moines

16h 17m1 stop Denver Intl

8:30 pm - 3:08 pmDSM Des Moines-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl

20h 38m1 stop Denver Intl

$148Frontier

Wed, Sep 9 - Mon, Sep 14

4:48 pm - 7:33 pmDEN Denver Intl-DSM Des Moines

1h 45mnonstop

9:31 pm - 5:50 pmDSM Des Moines-DEN Denver Intl

21h 19m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Salt Lake City

$174Multiple Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 14

9:03 pm - 11:48 pmDEN Denver Intl-DSM Des Moines

1h 45mnonstop

5:45 am - 6:47 amDSM Des Moines-DEN Denver Intl

2h 02mnonstop

$177United Airlines

Mon, Oct 19 - Thu, Oct 22

11:15 am - 1:55 pmDEN Denver Intl-DSM Des Moines

1h 40mnonstop

6:40 pm - 7:35 pmDSM Des Moines-DEN Denver Intl

1h 55mnonstop

$177Southwest

Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30

11:05 am - 1:40 pmDEN Denver Intl-DSM Des Moines

1h 35mnonstop

7:05 am - 8:00 amDSM Des Moines-DEN Denver Intl

1h 55mnonstop

$177Southwest

Sat, Oct 10 - Tue, Oct 13

4:48 pm - 7:33 pmDEN Denver Intl-DSM Des Moines

1h 45mnonstop

9:31 pm - 5:50 pmDSM Des Moines-DEN Denver Intl

21h 19m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Salt Lake City

$177Multiple Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 14

7:57 am - 10:52 amDEN Denver Intl-DSM Des Moines

1h 55mnonstop

5:21 pm - 6:25 pmDSM Des Moines-DEN Denver Intl

2h 04mnonstop

$191United Airlines

Thu, Sep 3 - Fri, Sep 11

6:59 am - 8:39 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-DSM Des Moines

1h 40mnonstop

2:29 pm - 4:15 pmDSM Des Moines-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

1h 46mnonstop

$215American Airlines

Mon, Sep 28 - Wed, Sep 30

10:45 pm - 12:20 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-DSM Des Moines

1h 35mnonstop

5:56 pm - 7:59 pmDSM Des Moines-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 03mnonstop

$215American Airlines

Mon, Sep 7 - Thu, Sep 10

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7:00 am - 2:04 pmDFW Dallas/Fort Worth-DSM Des Moines

7h 04m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

2:54 pm - 8:50 pmDSM Des Moines-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth

5h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$297Delta

Sun, Aug 16 - Wed, Aug 19

7:00 am - 2:04 pmDFW Dallas/Fort Worth-DSM Des Moines

7h 04m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

11:28 am - 6:59 pmDSM Des Moines-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth

7h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$297Delta

Sun, Aug 16 - Tue, Aug 18

6:40 am - 1:34 pmPHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-DSM Des Moines

4h 54m1 stop Denver Intl

10:00 am - 3:53 pmDSM Des Moines-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

7h 53m1 stop Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

$337Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 17 - Thu, Aug 27

1:55 pm - 9:15 pmLAX Los Angeles-DSM Des Moines

5h 20m1 stop Denver Intl

6:40 pm - 10:25 pmDSM Des Moines-LAX Los Angeles

5h 45m1 stop Denver Intl

$341Southwest

Mon, Aug 17 - Wed, Sep 16

7:00 am - 5:28 pmLAX Los Angeles-DSM Des Moines

8h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

1:21 pm - 7:21 pmDSM Des Moines-LAX Los Angeles

8h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$343United Airlines

Sat, Aug 15 - Wed, Aug 19

9:55 am - 9:15 pmLAX Los Angeles-DSM Des Moines

9h 20m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl

6:40 pm - 10:25 pmDSM Des Moines-LAX Los Angeles

5h 45m1 stop Denver Intl

$346Southwest

Mon, Aug 17 - Wed, Sep 16

5:20 am - 1:34 pmDFW Dallas/Fort Worth-DSM Des Moines

8h 14m1 stop Denver Intl

2:19 pm - 1:19 pmDSM Des Moines-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth

23h 00m1 stop Denver Intl

$355Frontier

Mon, Aug 17 - Mon, Aug 24

7:00 am - 5:28 pmLAX Los Angeles-DSM Des Moines

8h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:45 am - 9:32 amDSM Des Moines-LAX Los Angeles

5h 47m1 stop Denver Intl

$358United Airlines

Sat, Aug 15 - Fri, Aug 21

5:20 am - 1:34 pmDFW Dallas/Fort Worth-DSM Des Moines

8h 14m1 stop Denver Intl

2:19 pm - 9:44 pmDSM Des Moines-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth

7h 25m1 stop Denver Intl

$371Frontier

Mon, Aug 17 - Fri, Aug 21

8:52 pm - 9:31 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-DSM Des Moines

24h 39m1 stop Philadelphia

12:37 pm - 7:53 amDSM Des Moines-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

19h 16m2 stops Houston Hobby Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$374Multiple Airlines

Sat, Aug 15 - Mon, Aug 17

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Sep 23

DEN11:15 amDenver Intl

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DSM1:55 pmDes Moines

Sep 30

DSM6:40 pmDes Moines

1h 55m

DEN7:35 pmDenver Intl

$177

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Sep 5

DEN5:50 pmDenver Intl

2h 00m

DSM8:50 pmDes Moines

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DSM2:25 pmDes Moines

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Sep 8

DEN6:05 pmDenver Intl

2h 00m

DSM9:05 pmDes Moines

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DSM12:30 pmDes Moines

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Sep 10

DEN7:16 amDenver Intl

5h 43m

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DSM1:59 pmDes Moines

Sep 21

DSM7:58 pmDes Moines

5h 19m

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DEN12:17 amDenver Intl

$197

American Airlines

Sep 3

ORD10:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 35m

DSM12:20 amDes Moines

Sep 7

DSM7:49 pmDes Moines

1h 48m

ORD9:37 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$216

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Sep 26

ORD6:59 amChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 40m

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$191

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Mon 9/28

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2:29 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

$215

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Mon 9/7

10:45 pm-12:20 am

Nonstop1h 35m

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Thu 9/10

5:56 pm-7:59 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

$215

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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 October, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from United States to Des Moines during September average around $353.

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

The cheapest day to depart from United States 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 $246. Flights from United States to Des Moines on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $652. 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 morning. momondo users have found flights departing from United States to Des Moines in the morning for as low as $252. 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 evening because they tend to be around $661. 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	$54
Fastest flight time	1h 09m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Des Moines	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Des Moines from United States in the past 72 hours is $54. The best round-trip flight deal from United States to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $88.

The fastest flight from United States to Des Moines takes 1h 09m

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Prices for flights from United States to Des Moines Airport are updated daily.
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As of August 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from United States to Des Moines Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from United States 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 United States to Des Moines Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Des Moines Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Des Moines Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
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Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from United States to Des Moines is Airbus A320-100/200 (15.92% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A319 (15.10%), Embraer 175 (14.09%), and Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) (10.17%).

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