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$114+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Arkansas

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DSM — LIT
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Arkansas

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$253
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$114
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$426
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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 April 29, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sat 5/2412:00 pmDSM - MEM
1 stop6h 04mDelta
Sat 5/314:20 pmMEM - DSM
1 stop6h 10mDelta
Deal found 4/29$238
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sat 5/245:50 amDSM - MEM
2 stops7h 46mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/316:43 pmMEM - DSM
1 stop5h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$243
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Thu 9/257:13 amDSM - LIT
1 stop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/276:36 pmLIT - DSM
1 stop4h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$253
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Thu 9/256:00 amDSM - LIT
1 stop5h 00mSouthwest
Sat 9/275:50 amLIT - DSM
2 stops14h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$296
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/138:48 amDSM - LIT
1 stop7h 49mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/203:35 pmLIT - DSM
1 stop7h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$308
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Fri 7/46:10 amDSM - MEM
2 stops8h 35mSouthwest
Mon 7/72:55 pmMEM - DSM
2 stops8h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$326
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/235:25 pmDSM - MEM
2 stops22h 54mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/265:14 pmMEM - DSM
1 stop22h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$399
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/311:25 amDSM - MEM
2 stops10h 49mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/77:30 amMEM - DSM
1 stop7h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$420
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Fri 5/235:27 pmDSM - TXK
1 stop4h 33mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/255:50 amTXK - DSM
1 stop6h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$455
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Fri 5/91:07 pmDSM - LIT
2 stops10h 35mDelta
Sun 5/115:25 amLIT - DSM
2 stops11h 24mDelta
Deal found 4/28$517

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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

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Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesMemphis

DSM - MEM

DSMMEM

Des Moines

Sat 5/24

12:00 pm-6:04 pm

1 stop6h 04m

Memphis

Sat 5/31

4:20 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$238

Des MoinesMemphis

DSM - MEM

DSMMEM

Des Moines

Sat 5/24

5:50 am-1:36 pm

2 stops7h 46m

Memphis

Sat 5/31

6:43 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$243

Des MoinesLittle Rock

DSM - LIT

DSMLIT

Des Moines

Thu 9/25

7:13 am-11:58 am

1 stop4h 45m

Little Rock

Sat 9/27

6:36 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop4h 04m

$253

Des MoinesLittle Rock

DSM - LIT

DSMLIT

Des Moines

Thu 9/25

6:00 am-11:00 am

1 stop5h 00m

Little Rock

Sat 9/27

5:50 am-8:20 pm

2 stops14h 30m

$296

Des MoinesLittle Rock

DSM - LIT

DSMLIT

Des Moines

Tue 5/13

8:48 am-4:37 pm

1 stop7h 49m

Little Rock

Tue 5/20

3:35 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$308

Des MoinesMemphis

DSM - MEM

DSMMEM

Des Moines

Fri 7/4

6:10 am-2:45 pm

2 stops8h 35m

Memphis

Mon 7/7

2:55 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops8h 55m

$326

Des MoinesMemphis

DSM - MEM

DSMMEM

Des Moines

Fri 5/23

5:25 pm-4:19 pm

2 stops22h 54m

Memphis

Mon 5/26

5:14 pm-3:36 pm

1 stop22h 22m

$399

Des MoinesMemphis

DSM - MEM

DSMMEM

Des Moines

Thu 7/3

11:25 am-10:14 pm

2 stops10h 49m

Memphis

Mon 7/7

7:30 am-2:41 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$420

Des MoinesTexarkana

DSM - TXK

DSMTXK

Des Moines

Fri 5/23

5:27 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop4h 33m

Texarkana Webb Field

Sun 5/25

5:50 am-12:21 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$455

Des MoinesLittle Rock

DSM - LIT

DSMLIT

Des Moines

Fri 5/9

1:07 pm-11:42 pm

2 stops10h 35m

Little Rock

Sun 5/11

5:25 am-4:49 pm

2 stops11h 24m

$517

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Arkansas

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 March is currently the most expensive (average of $427). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to AR?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Arkansas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Des Moines to Arkansas as you normally would.

Rainfall in Arkansas by month

Plan your trip to Arkansas by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Arkansas ranges from 2.6 - 5.3 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.3 in. August is typically the driest time to visit Arkansas when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Arkansas by month

Plan your trip to Arkansas by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Arkansas, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

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 April 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Arkansas, such as Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
734 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

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  • 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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Arkansas one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Des Moines to Arkansas are Allegiant Air ($114), United Airlines ($254), and American Airlines ($259).

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

    The most popular route from Des Moines to Arkansas is Des Moines - Little Rock. You may also consider Des Moines - Memphis 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 March is currently the most expensive (average of $427). 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 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to Arkansas

Discover the top 3 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$238Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$280Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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