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$126+ 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 11/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — LIT
nov. 28 — dic. 51
vie. 11/28
vie. 12/5
1 adult, Economy
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3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$250
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$126
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$320
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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 octubre 29, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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. 12/116:28 pmDSM - MEM
1 stop5h 31mAmerican Airlines
jue. 12/185:00 amMEM - DSM
1 stop8h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$250
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
jue. 12/116:50 amDSM - MEM
1 stop4h 35mDelta
jue. 12/185:55 amMEM - DSM
1 stop4h 26mDelta
Deal found 10/29$251
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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. 11/251:06 pmDSM - LIT
1 stop7h 25mAmerican Airlines
mar. 12/910:01 amLIT - DSM
1 stop6h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$287
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/127:28 pmDSM - MEM
1 stop19h 26mMultiple Airlines
vie. 12/193:01 pmMEM - DSM
1 stop23h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$293
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
sáb. 11/2211:30 amDSM - MEM
1 stop5h 01mAmerican Airlines
dom. 11/236:06 amMEM - DSM
1 stop6h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$299
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/117:00 amDSM - MEM
2 stops37h 27mMultiple Airlines
jue. 12/188:40 pmMEM - DSM
1 stop21h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$316
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
vie. 12/125:34 amDSM - MEM
1 stop6h 08mDelta
vie. 12/195:55 amMEM - DSM
1 stop4h 26mDelta
Deal found 10/28$327
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/136:00 pmDSM - LIT
1 stop5h 08mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 12/206:25 amLIT - DSM
1 stop4h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$337
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/1212:57 pmDSM - MEM
2 stops7h 58mAmerican Airlines
vie. 12/195:12 amMEM - DSM
1 stop5h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$342
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
mar. 11/255:35 amDSM - LIT
1 stop4h 46mDelta
mar. 12/911:12 amLIT - DSM
2 stops10h 03mDelta
Deal found 10/27$342
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
vie. 11/216:32 pmDSM - MEM
1 stop4h 32mDelta
dom. 11/236:00 amMEM - DSM
1 stop4h 42mDelta
Deal found 10/27$347
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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. 11/255:30 amDSM - LIT
2 stops8h 20mSouthwest
mar. 12/98:15 amLIT - DSM
2 stops11h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 10/27$447

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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

jue. 12/11

6:28 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 31m

Memphis

jue. 12/18

5:00 am-1:21 pm

1 stop8h 21m

$250

Des MoinesMemphis

DSM - MEM

DSMMEM

Des Moines

jue. 12/11

5:34 am-11:42 am

1 stop6h 08m

Memphis

jue. 12/18

7:00 am-1:31 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$251

Des MoinesLittle Rock

DSM - LIT

DSMLIT

Des Moines

mar. 11/25

1:06 pm-8:31 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Little Rock

mar. 12/9

10:01 am-4:55 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$287

Des MoinesMemphis

DSM - MEM

DSMMEM

Des Moines

vie. 1/16

5:51 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Memphis

mié. 1/21

11:14 am-9:04 pm

2 stops9h 50m

$294

Des MoinesMemphis

DSM - MEM

DSMMEM

Des Moines

vie. 12/12

7:28 pm-2:54 pm

1 stop19h 26m

Memphis

vie. 12/19

3:01 pm-2:42 pm

1 stop23h 41m

$299

Des MoinesMemphis

DSM - MEM

DSMMEM

Des Moines

jue. 12/11

7:00 am-8:27 pm

2 stops37h 27m

Memphis

jue. 12/18

8:40 pm-6:31 pm

1 stop21h 51m

$316

Des MoinesLittle Rock

DSM - LIT

DSMLIT

Des Moines

mar. 4/14

5:15 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop6h 19m

Little Rock

mié. 4/15

5:45 am-10:16 am

1 stop4h 31m

$317

Des MoinesMemphis

DSM - MEM

DSMMEM

Des Moines

vie. 12/12

5:34 am-11:42 am

1 stop6h 08m

Memphis

vie. 12/19

5:55 am-10:21 am

1 stop4h 26m

$327

Des MoinesLittle Rock

DSM - LIT

DSMLIT

Des Moines

sáb. 12/13

6:00 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop5h 08m

Little Rock

sáb. 12/20

6:25 am-10:47 am

1 stop4h 22m

$337

Des MoinesLittle Rock

DSM - LIT

DSMLIT

Des Moines

mar. 11/25

5:35 am-10:21 am

1 stop4h 46m

Little Rock

mar. 12/9

11:12 am-9:15 pm

2 stops10h 03m

$342

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It’s typically best to fly out from Des Moines to Arkansas at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 33% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

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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 octubre 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest 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
4,241 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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
4,241 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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 $250, American Airlines can have you in Arkansas from Des Moines in 5h 31m. 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 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 Delta ($126), United Airlines ($126), and American Airlines ($131).

  • 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.

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Top airline flying from Des Moines to Arkansas

Discover the top airline 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 octubre 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$280Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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