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$79+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Aurora, CO

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 8/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — DEN
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Des Moines to Aurora are usually found in August or November, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Aurora

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to Aurora flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$136
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$79
(Southwest)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$247
From Des Moines to Aurora
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Aurora
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Aurora. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/58:41 pmDSM - DEN
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Mon 9/85:11 pmDEN - DSM
Nonstop1h 45mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$136
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Thu 8/77:00 amDSM - DEN
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Mon 8/1110:15 amDEN - DSM
Nonstop1h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 6/9$157
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Wed 10/15:11 amDSM - DEN
1 stop5h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/49:03 amDEN - DSM
1 stop5h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$187
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/2310:55 amDSM - DEN
1 stop5h 35mDelta
Thu 9/2512:55 amDEN - DSM
1 stop7h 27mDelta
Deal found 6/11$197
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/236:00 amDSM - DEN
Nonstop2h 04mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/17:45 amDEN - DSM
Nonstop1h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$227

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Aurora 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
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Des MoinesDenver

DSM - DEN

DSMDEN

Des Moines

Fri 9/5

8:41 pm-9:44 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

Denver Intl

Mon 9/8

5:11 pm-7:56 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$136

Des MoinesDenver

DSM - DEN

DSMDEN

Des Moines

Thu 8/7

7:00 am-7:50 am

Nonstop1h 50m

Denver Intl

Mon 8/11

10:15 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$157

Des MoinesDenver

DSM - DEN

DSMDEN

Des Moines

Fri 8/15

7:32 am-1:25 pm

1 stop6h 53m

Denver Intl

Mon 8/18

5:32 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$187

Des MoinesDenver

DSM - DEN

DSMDEN

Des Moines

Tue 9/23

10:55 am-3:30 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Denver Intl

Thu 9/25

12:55 am-9:22 am

1 stop7h 27m

$197

Des MoinesDenver

DSM - DEN

DSMDEN

Des Moines

Tue 9/23

6:00 am-7:04 am

Nonstop2h 04m

Denver Intl

Wed 10/1

7:45 am-10:42 am

Nonstop1h 57m

$227

Des MoinesDenver

DSM - DEN

DSMDEN

Des Moines

Tue 8/5

5:12 pm-6:15 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

$79

Des MoinesDenver

DSM - DEN

DSMDEN

Des Moines

Mon 7/14

7:33 pm-8:33 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$84

Des MoinesDenver

DSM - DEN

DSMDEN

Des Moines

Mon 9/15

2:21 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop5h 24m

$88

Des MoinesDenver

DSM - DEN

DSMDEN

Des Moines

Wed 9/17

8:25 am-4:10 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$94

Des MoinesDenver

DSM - DEN

DSMDEN

Des Moines

Sun 9/28

6:30 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop6h 17m

$99

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Aurora

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Aurora?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Aurora. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to Aurora, you should look to book at least 56 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Aurora (average of $197). Flying from Des Moines to Aurora in March is currently the most expensive (average of $278). 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 9UR?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Aurora. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 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 Aurora as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to Aurora?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Aurora. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Aurora flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Des Moines to Aurora

Explore weekly flight availability from Des Moines to Aurora. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

The most flights from DSM to 9UR are scheduled on a Monday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Rainfall in Aurora by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Aurora ranges from 0.5 - 2.3 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Aurora when rainfall is around 0.5 in.

Temperature in Aurora by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Aurora, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 30.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Aurora

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Aurora. 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 Aurora. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Des Moines to Aurora to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
725 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Aurora. 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 Aurora?

    For a flight from Des Moines to Aurora, you will be flying from Des Moines. Des Moines (DSM) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city. Des Moines is the only Des Moines airport and it handles 11 outbound flights to Aurora per day. 3 airlines have flights to Aurora from Des Moines on a regular basis.

  • How popular is this Des Moines to Aurora flight route?

    Flights from Des Moines to Aurora have been viewed 153 times in the past calendar month.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Southwest. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $79. Users have also found prices from $84 and $88 on Frontier and American Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Des Moines to Aurora?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Des Moines to Aurora consider choosing SkyWest Airlines (90%), Southwest (90%) or Air Canada (78%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Aurora?

    While on average a flight from Des Moines to Aurora is generally $773, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $100. When looking at the most popular route, (Des Moines - Denver Intl), you can expect to pay $149 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Aurora 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 Aurora?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Aurora (average of $197). Flying from Des Moines to Aurora in March is currently the most expensive (average of $278). 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 Aurora

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Aurora. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$38Average$115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$133Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$197Average$285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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