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$240+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Arkansas

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — XNA
Jan 14 — Jan 211
Wed 1/14
Wed 1/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Arkansas

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 December 15, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Sun 12/286:52 pmDSM - MEM
1 stop5h 07mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/15:12 pmMEM - DSM
1 stop6h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/13$318
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Wed 12/245:06 pmDSM - MEM
1 stop5h 23mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/297:30 amMEM - DSM
1 stop7h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$348
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Wed 12/242:07 pmDSM - MEM
1 stop5h 32mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/297:05 amMEM - DSM
2 stops8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/13$353
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Tue 12/306:52 pmDSM - MEM
1 stop16h 37mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/35:00 amMEM - DSM
1 stop8h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/13$372
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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.
Tue 12/303:27 pmDSM - LIT
1 stop5h 30mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/25:27 amLIT - DSM
1 stop5h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/12$403
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Mon 12/296:52 pmDSM - MEM
1 stop5h 07mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/211:50 amMEM - DSM
1 stop6h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/14$407
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Wed 12/248:47 amDSM - MEM
2 stops10h 52mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/275:12 amMEM - DSM
1 stop5h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/13$413
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Sun 12/283:14 pmDSM - MEM
1 stop6h 44mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/111:25 amMEM - DSM
2 stops12h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$458
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Mon 12/295:39 pmDSM - LIT
1 stop5h 24mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/26:25 amLIT - DSM
1 stop4h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/14$514
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Tue 12/1612:57 pmDSM - MEM
1 stop9h 01mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/215:12 amMEM - DSM
1 stop5h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/13$517
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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.
Sun 12/288:00 amDSM - LIT
1 stop14h 28mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/17:45 amLIT - DSM
1 stop6h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/12$586
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 12/306:46 pmDSM - LIT
2 stops21h 09mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/21:36 pmLIT - DSM
1 stop6h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/12$596

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Arkansas

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Des MoinesMemphis

DSM - MEM

DSMMEM

Des Moines

Thu 1/1

2:07 pm-7:39 pm

1 stop5h 32m

Memphis

Wed 1/7

10:48 am-4:24 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$240

Des MoinesMemphis

DSM - MEM

DSMMEM

Des Moines

Tue 1/27

5:16 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop5h 57m

Memphis

Tue 2/3

5:50 am-10:51 am

1 stop5h 01m

$251

Des MoinesMemphis

DSM - MEM

DSMMEM

Des Moines

Sun 1/18

6:54 am-11:43 am

1 stop4h 49m

Memphis

Thu 1/22

5:50 am-10:19 am

1 stop4h 29m

$253

Des MoinesMemphis

DSM - MEM

DSMMEM

Des Moines

Tue 1/27

11:42 am-8:32 pm

2 stops8h 50m

Memphis

Tue 2/3

10:27 am-3:45 pm

1 stop5h 18m

$257

Des MoinesMemphis

DSM - MEM

DSMMEM

Des Moines

Sun 1/18

5:51 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Memphis

Thu 1/22

6:35 am-4:24 pm

2 stops9h 49m

$258

Des MoinesLittle Rock

DSM - LIT

DSMLIT

Des Moines

Mon 1/12

3:04 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Little Rock

Mon 1/19

1:33 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$281

Des MoinesLittle Rock

DSM - LIT

DSMLIT

Des Moines

Wed 1/21

8:10 am-3:57 pm

1 stop7h 47m

Little Rock

Sun 1/25

5:23 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop5h 07m

$292

Des MoinesLittle Rock

DSM - LIT

DSMLIT

Des Moines

Wed 1/21

4:21 pm-11:38 pm

2 stops7h 17m

Little Rock

Sun 1/25

5:35 am-10:41 am

1 stop5h 06m

$297

Des MoinesLittle Rock

DSM - LIT

DSMLIT

Des Moines

Wed 1/21

11:42 am-10:35 pm

2 stops10h 53m

Little Rock

Sun 1/25

6:04 am-4:24 pm

2 stops10h 20m

$310

Des MoinesMemphis

DSM - MEM

DSMMEM

Des Moines

Sun 1/18

3:04 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop6h 54m

Memphis

Thu 1/22

5:00 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$313

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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 December 15, 2025.

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.

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 December 15, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest and Delta from Des Moines to Arkansas. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

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 $240, American Airlines can have you in Arkansas from Des Moines in 5h 32m. 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.

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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 December 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$238Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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