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Cheap flights from Kansas City to Des Moines (MCI - DSM) from $194

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
MCI — DSM
Jun 7 — Jun 141
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Cheap United Airlines flights from Kansas City to Des Moines

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Kansas City and Des Moines. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,807,690 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced United Airlines flights we've found from Kansas City to Des Moines. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Mon 7/19:41 amMCI - DSM
1 stop14h 05mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/46:00 amDSM - MCI
1 stop14h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$461
Mon 7/226:15 amMCI - DSM
1 stop17h 31mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/246:00 amDSM - MCI
1 stop17h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$475
Fri 6/146:15 amMCI - DSM
1 stop17h 22mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/166:05 amDSM - MCI
1 stop16h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$790

Cheap American Airlines flights from Kansas City to Des Moines

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Kansas City and Des Moines. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,807,690 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest American Airlines flights traveling from Kansas City to Des Moines. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
Mon 7/225:22 pmMCI - DSM
1 stop16h 11mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/247:00 amDSM - MCI
2 stops13h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/1$640
Mon 7/224:18 pmMCI - DSM
2 stops17h 15mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/247:00 amDSM - MCI
2 stops13h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/1$645

Cheap Kansas City to Des Moines flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Kansas City to Des Moines specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,807,690 searches. Prices were last updated on June 2, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Kansas City to Des Moines in June and July 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Thu 6/205:10 amMCI - DSM
2 stops12h 09mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/212:44 pmDSM - MCI
2 stops15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$372
Thu 6/205:10 amMCI - DSM
2 stops12h 09mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/2112:45 pmDSM - MCI
1 stop17h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$386
Thu 6/205:10 amMCI - DSM
2 stops12h 09mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/212:44 pmDSM - MCI
3 stops25h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$388
Thu 6/206:59 amMCI - DSM
1 stop15h 56mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/2112:45 pmDSM - MCI
1 stop17h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$418
Thu 6/206:59 amMCI - DSM
3 stops32h 34mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/218:55 pmDSM - MCI
3 stops25h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$472
Fri 6/146:59 amMCI - DSM
2 stops15h 37mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/169:00 amDSM - MCI
2 stops23h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$504
Fri 6/146:59 amMCI - DSM
2 stops15h 37mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/163:59 pmDSM - MCI
1 stop14h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$514
Fri 6/146:59 amMCI - DSM
2 stops15h 37mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/169:00 amDSM - MCI
3 stops32h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$547
Fri 6/146:15 amMCI - DSM
1 stop17h 22mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/166:05 amDSM - MCI
1 stop16h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$790

Kansas City to Des Moines 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Kansas City and Des Moines in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,807,690 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Kansas City to Des Moines in June and July 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Thu 6/205:10 amMCI - DSM
2 stops12h 09mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/212:44 pmDSM - MCI
2 stops15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$372
Mon 7/16:49 pmMCI - DSM
2 stops22h 11mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/43:58 pmDSM - MCI
1 stop14h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$373
Thu 6/205:10 amMCI - DSM
2 stops12h 09mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/2112:45 pmDSM - MCI
1 stop17h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$386
Thu 6/205:10 amMCI - DSM
2 stops12h 09mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/212:44 pmDSM - MCI
3 stops25h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$388
Mon 7/16:49 pmMCI - DSM
2 stops22h 11mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/49:29 pmDSM - MCI
2 stops20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$392
Mon 7/16:49 pmMCI - DSM
2 stops22h 11mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/41:14 pmDSM - MCI
3 stops28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$395
Thu 6/206:59 amMCI - DSM
1 stop15h 56mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/2112:45 pmDSM - MCI
1 stop17h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$418
Mon 7/19:41 amMCI - DSM
1 stop14h 05mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/46:00 amDSM - MCI
1 stop14h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$461
Thu 6/206:59 amMCI - DSM
3 stops32h 34mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/218:55 pmDSM - MCI
3 stops25h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$472

One-way flights to Des Moines from Kansas City

Search for one-way flight options from Kansas City to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,807,690 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Users traveling one-way from Kansas City to Des Moines can select one of these great deals. Users can also find round-trip Kansas City to Des Moines flights by using the search form above.
Mon 6/245:10 amMCI - DSM
2 stops10h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$194
Wed 6/125:28 pmMCI - DSM
2 stops19h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$221
Thu 6/135:10 amMCI - DSM
2 stops28h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$230
Thu 6/136:59 amMCI - DSM
1 stop15h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$246
Mon 11/116:07 pmMCI - DSM
1 stop25h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/1$253
Thu 6/136:59 amMCI - DSM
3 stops27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$261
Wed 6/1210:39 amMCI - DSM
3 stops26h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$291
Mon 11/116:07 pmMCI - DSM
2 stops18h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/1$318
Mon 6/246:59 amMCI - DSM
3 stops13h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$365

Find flights from Kansas City to Des Moines within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Kansas City to Des Moines that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,807,690 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.

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Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Thu 6/20

2 stops12h 09m

Des Moines

Fri 6/21

2 stops15h 25m

$372

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Mon 7/1

2 stops22h 11m

Des Moines

Thu 7/4

1 stop14h 11m

$373

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Thu 6/20

2 stops12h 09m

Des Moines

Fri 6/21

1 stop17h 24m

$386

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Thu 6/20

2 stops12h 09m

Des Moines

Fri 6/21

3 stops25h 11m

$388

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Mon 7/1

2 stops22h 11m

Des Moines

Thu 7/4

2 stops20h 30m

$392

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Mon 7/1

2 stops22h 11m

Des Moines

Thu 7/4

3 stops28h 45m

$395

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Mon 7/1

1 stop14h 05m

Des Moines

Thu 7/4

1 stop14h 43m

$461

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Mon 7/22

1 stop17h 31m

Des Moines

Wed 7/24

1 stop17h 35m

$475

Kansas CityDes Moines

MCI - DSM

MCIDSM

Kansas City

Mon 7/22

1 stop16h 11m

Des Moines

Wed 7/24

2 stops13h 50m

$640

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Deals found on 6/1

What is the cheapest day to fly from Kansas City to Des Moines?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Kansas City to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on May 26, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Kansas City to Des Moines flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Des Moines. Reviews last updated June 2, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Kansas City to Des Moines have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,755 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

You canceled my original flight morning of flight. The new flight had 3 connections and seat were not comparable. I book early to get the aisle seats for my height. When I tried to talk to a staff member at desk in Denver, she was rude and said nothing she could do. The seat was in boarding group 4, made me check my bag. When I got on the flight, there was clearly over head space available. When I mentioned that there was space available, no response. It was a frustrating trip

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,755 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,755 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

You canceled my original flight morning of flight. The new flight had 3 connections and seat were not comparable. I book early to get the aisle seats for my height. When I tried to talk to a staff member at desk in Denver, she was rude and said nothing she could do. The seat was in boarding group 4, made me check my bag. When I got on the flight, there was clearly over head space available. When I mentioned that there was space available, no response. It was a frustrating trip

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,260 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,755 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

You canceled my original flight morning of flight. The new flight had 3 connections and seat were not comparable. I book early to get the aisle seats for my height. When I tried to talk to a staff member at desk in Denver, she was rude and said nothing she could do. The seat was in boarding group 4, made me check my bag. When I got on the flight, there was clearly over head space available. When I mentioned that there was space available, no response. It was a frustrating trip

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  • How recently were the Kansas City to Des Moines flight deals updated?

    The Kansas City to Des Moines flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/1.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kansas City to Des Moines?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Des Moines (average of $323). Flying from Kansas City to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $426). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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