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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Kansas City (DSM - MCI) from $253

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 6/23. 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.
DSM — MCI
Jun 18 — Jun 251
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Cheap Des Moines to Kansas City flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Des Moines to Kansas City specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,214,720 searches. Prices were last updated on June 13, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Des Moines to Kansas City in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Sat 7/136:00 amDSM - MCI
1 stop17h 35mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/201:45 pmMCI - DSM
1 stop10h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/13$436
Sat 7/1310:58 amDSM - MCI
2 stops21h 52mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/209:00 pmMCI - DSM
2 stops25h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13$459
Sat 7/1310:58 amDSM - MCI
2 stops21h 52mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/209:00 pmMCI - DSM
3 stops25h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13$494
Sat 6/223:17 pmDSM - MCI
1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/297:22 pmMCI - DSM
2 stops25h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13$594
Sat 7/1312:32 pmDSM - MCI
1 stop8h 18mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/207:03 amMCI - DSM
2 stops16h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/13$600
Sat 6/223:17 pmDSM - MCI
1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/2911:00 amMCI - DSM
3 stops33h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13$630
Sat 6/223:17 pmDSM - MCI
1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/245:10 amMCI - DSM
2 stops10h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13$640
Sun 6/305:08 pmDSM - MCI
1 stop23h 03mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/29:41 amMCI - DSM
1 stop14h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/13$645
Sun 6/306:54 amDSM - MCI
2 stops13h 41mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/27:55 pmMCI - DSM
1 stop12h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/13$690

Des Moines to Kansas City 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Des Moines and Kansas City in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,214,720 searches. Data last updated June 13, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Des Moines to Kansas City in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Sat 7/136:00 amDSM - MCI
1 stop17h 35mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/201:45 pmMCI - DSM
1 stop10h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/13$436
Sat 7/1310:58 amDSM - MCI
2 stops21h 52mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/209:00 pmMCI - DSM
2 stops25h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13$459
Sat 7/1310:58 amDSM - MCI
2 stops21h 52mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/209:00 pmMCI - DSM
3 stops25h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13$494
Mon 9/235:05 amDSM - MCI
1 stop6h 34mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/235:36 pmMCI - DSM
1 stop18h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/13$561
Mon 9/235:05 amDSM - MCI
1 stop6h 34mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/235:36 pmMCI - DSM
2 stops21h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/13$566
Sat 6/223:17 pmDSM - MCI
1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/297:22 pmMCI - DSM
2 stops25h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13$594
Sat 7/1312:32 pmDSM - MCI
1 stop8h 18mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/207:03 amMCI - DSM
2 stops16h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/13$600
Sat 6/223:17 pmDSM - MCI
1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/2911:00 amMCI - DSM
3 stops33h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13$630
Sat 6/223:17 pmDSM - MCI
1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/245:10 amMCI - DSM
2 stops10h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13$640

Des Moines to Kansas City flights leaving soon

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Users seeking a last-minute flight from Des Moines to Kansas City should consider booking one of these fares. It's wise to confirm all flight details are correct before booking.
Sat 6/223:17 pmDSM - MCI
1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/297:22 pmMCI - DSM
2 stops25h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13$594
Sat 6/223:17 pmDSM - MCI
1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/2911:00 amMCI - DSM
3 stops33h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13$630
Sat 6/223:17 pmDSM - MCI
1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/245:10 amMCI - DSM
2 stops10h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13$640
Sat 6/229:38 amDSM - MCI
3 stops31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/297:22 pmMCI - DSM
2 stops25h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13$730
Sat 6/229:38 amDSM - MCI
3 stops31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/2911:00 amMCI - DSM
3 stops33h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13$766
Sat 6/229:38 amDSM - MCI
3 stops31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/245:10 amMCI - DSM
2 stops10h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13$776
Tue 6/1811:30 amDSM - MCI
1 stop21h 09mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/256:15 amMCI - DSM
1 stop17h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/13$801
Tue 6/1811:30 amDSM - MCI
1 stop26h 53mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/2511:40 amMCI - DSM
2 stops10h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/13$846
Tue 6/185:54 amDSM - MCI
2 stops11h 11mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/2511:47 amMCI - DSM
2 stops10h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/13$944

One-way flights to Kansas City from Des Moines

Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Kansas City. 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 3,214,720 searches. Data last updated June 13, 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from Des Moines to Kansas City can choose from these deals. Those needing a return flight from Des Moines to Kansas City can use the search form above.
Sun 6/233:59 pmDSM - MCI
1 stop14h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$253
Sun 6/239:33 pmDSM - MCI
3 stops19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$286
Sun 6/237:30 amDSM - MCI
2 stops22h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$312

Find flights from Des Moines to Kansas City within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Kansas City 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 3,214,720 searches. Data last updated June 13, 2024.

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Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Mon 7/15

1 stop5h 49m

Kansas City

Mon 7/15

2 stops17h 15m

$785

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Mon 7/15

1 stop9h 25m

Kansas City

Mon 7/15

1 stop13h 09m

$816

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Mon 7/15

2 stops10h 13m

Kansas City

Mon 7/15

2 stops15h 47m

$845

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Reviews of airlines servicing Kansas City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kansas City. 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 Kansas City. Reviews last updated June 13, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines and United Airlines from Des Moines to Kansas City. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.3
Good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Allow you to take your carry on with you on the plane. It was a full flight and I had to check my bag. As we boarded, a few people who came after me were able to take their bags on the plane.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
10,000 reviews
American Airlines
7.3
Good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Allow you to take your carry on with you on the plane. It was a full flight and I had to check my bag. As we boarded, a few people who came after me were able to take their bags on the plane.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Des Moines to Kansas City for under $800 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to Kansas City for under $800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $785, but on average you can expect to pay $815.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Des Moines to Kansas City for under $600?

    There are currently 12+ open flights from Des Moines to Kansas City within the next 7 days for less than $600.

  • What does DSM to MCI mean?

    Great question - DSM to MCI just means Des Moines Airport to Kansas City Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Kansas City that include extra baggage allowance?

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  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Kansas City that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Des Moines to Kansas City offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Des Moines to Kansas City?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Des Moines to Kansas City flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

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

    The Des Moines to Kansas City flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/13.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Kansas City (average of $296). Flying from Des Moines to Kansas City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $374). 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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