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$90+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Arkansas

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 11/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — LIT
oct. 11 — oct. 181
sáb. 10/11
sáb. 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to Arkansas flight deals. Data was last updated septiembre 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$189
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$90
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$306
From Des Moines to Arkansas
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Arkansas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Arkansas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 11, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 10/146:00 amDSM - MEM
1 stop6h 53mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 10/186:00 amMEM - DSM
1 stop6h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$189
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/143:39 pmDSM - MEM
1 stop7h 02mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 11/155:15 amMEM - DSM
1 stop5h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$228
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/148:00 amDSM - MEM
2 stops15h 25mSouthwest
sáb. 11/155:35 amMEM - DSM
2 stops14h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 9/9$269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/246:07 pmDSM - MEM
1 stop5h 52mAmerican Airlines
vie. 10/317:00 amMEM - DSM
1 stop4h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/8$270
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/132:40 pmDSM - MEM
1 stop7h 16mDelta
lun. 10/206:00 amMEM - DSM
1 stop4h 26mDelta
Deal found 9/9$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/135:26 pmDSM - MEM
1 stop5h 03mAmerican Airlines
dom. 11/165:15 amMEM - DSM
1 stop5h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$283
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/266:12 pmDSM - MEM
1 stop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
mar. 9/305:51 pmMEM - DSM
1 stop5h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$288
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/265:10 amDSM - LIT
1 stop4h 32mAmerican Airlines
mar. 9/306:41 pmLIT - DSM
1 stop4h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$298
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 10/266:22 pmDSM - MEM
1 stop5h 37mAmerican Airlines
dom. 11/25:15 amMEM - DSM
1 stop5h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$300
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 10/146:20 amDSM - MEM
2 stops8h 15mSouthwest
sáb. 10/186:50 amMEM - DSM
1 stop14h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$308
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 9/244:35 pmDSM - LIT
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
mié. 10/85:40 amLIT - DSM
1 stop3h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 9/11$376
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 9/178:25 amDSM - LIT
1 stop3h 15mSouthwest
vie. 9/195:35 amLIT - DSM
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$527

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Arkansas that are best for you.

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Des Moines

Fly to

Arkansas

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesMemphis

DSM - MEM

DSMMEM

Des Moines

lun. 11/17

12:05 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop9h 10m

Memphis

mié. 11/19

7:55 am-3:35 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$211

Des MoinesMemphis

DSM - MEM

DSMMEM

Des Moines

sáb. 11/22

3:31 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop7h 02m

Memphis

lun. 11/24

6:16 am-12:36 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$218

Des MoinesMemphis

DSM - MEM

DSMMEM

Des Moines

mar. 11/11

6:15 am-2:10 pm

2 stops7h 55m

Memphis

jue. 11/13

10:25 am-9:00 pm

1 stop10h 35m

$222

Des MoinesMemphis

DSM - MEM

DSMMEM

Des Moines

mar. 11/4

3:15 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop6h 43m

Memphis

jue. 11/6

7:30 am-2:19 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$228

Des MoinesMemphis

DSM - MEM

DSMMEM

Des Moines

vie. 11/14

6:00 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop4h 41m

Memphis

sáb. 11/15

5:15 am-1:31 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$228

Des MoinesMemphis

DSM - MEM

DSMMEM

Des Moines

lun. 11/3

3:15 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop6h 43m

Memphis

mié. 11/5

7:30 am-12:14 pm

1 stop4h 44m

$228

Des MoinesMemphis

DSM - MEM

DSMMEM

Des Moines

mié. 11/12

6:15 am-2:10 pm

2 stops7h 55m

Memphis

vie. 11/14

10:25 am-9:00 pm

1 stop10h 35m

$244

Des MoinesMemphis

DSM - MEM

DSMMEM

Des Moines

mar. 11/4

8:20 am-5:15 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Memphis

jue. 11/6

2:20 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$258

Des MoinesLittle Rock

DSM - LIT

DSMLIT

Des Moines

vie. 9/26

5:10 am-9:42 am

1 stop4h 32m

Little Rock

mar. 9/30

6:41 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop4h 32m

$298

Des MoinesLittle Rock

DSM - LIT

DSMLIT

Des Moines

mié. 9/24

8:25 am-5:45 pm

2 stops9h 20m

Little Rock

mié. 10/8

5:40 am-9:30 am

1 stop3h 50m

$381

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Reviews of airlines servicing Arkansas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Arkansas. 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 Arkansas. Reviews last updated septiembre 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest and American Airlines from Des Moines to Arkansas. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Arkansas. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Arkansas?

    If you book a flight to Arkansas from Des Moines, you will be flying from Des Moines, which is the city’s only airport. Des Moines (DSM) is located 3.6 mi from the center of Des Moines.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Arkansas?

    For as low as $218, Southwest can have you in Arkansas from Des Moines in 7h 02m. Des Moines and Arkansas are separated by a distance of 491 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from Des Moines to Arkansas?

    The most popular route from Des Moines to Arkansas is Des Moines - Memphis. You may also consider Des Moines - Little Rock or Des Moines - Texarkana Webb Field.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Arkansas that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to Arkansas flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Arkansas?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to Arkansas.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Arkansas?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Arkansas by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Arkansas (average of $340). Flying from Des Moines to Arkansas in December 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to Arkansas

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Arkansas. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated septiembre 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$286Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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