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$87+ Cheap flights from Austin to Des Moines (AUS - DSM)

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 9/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AUS — DSM
Aug 29 — Sep 51
Sat 8/29
Sat 9/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Austin Bergstrom to Des Moines are usually found in October or November, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Austin to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Austin to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1010:57 am
AUS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 11m
Allegiant Air
Sun 9/138:00 am
DSM
-
AUS
Nonstop2h 07m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/28$87
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/310:57 am
AUS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 11m
Allegiant Air
Sun 9/68:00 am
DSM
-
AUS
Nonstop2h 07m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/27$88
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2710:55 am
AUS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 10m
Allegiant Air
Sun 8/308:00 am
DSM
-
AUS
Nonstop2h 05m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/26$103
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2010:55 am
AUS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 10m
Allegiant Air
Thu 8/278:00 am
DSM
-
AUS
Nonstop2h 05m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/26$105
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/156:46 pm
AUS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 11m
Allegiant Air
Sun 10/183:39 pm
DSM
-
AUS
Nonstop2h 07m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/27$117
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Thu 9/2410:57 am
AUS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 11m
Allegiant Air
Sun 9/278:00 am
DSM
-
AUS
Nonstop2h 07m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/25$118
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/54:02 pm
AUS
-
DSM
Nonstop2h 11m
Allegiant Air
Sun 11/83:27 pm
DSM
-
AUS
Nonstop2h 07m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/29$127

Find flight deals from Austin to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Austin (AUS) to Des Moines (DSM). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 30, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$87
(CheapOair)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$261

Good round-trip deal

$146 or less

Good one-way deal

$99 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Austin Bergstrom-Des Moines flight deals.
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From Austin Bergstrom to Des Moines
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price ($82 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Austin to Des Moines 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 July 30, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Austin to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

AustinDes Moines

AUS - DSM

AUSDSM

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 8/25

9:33 am-2:14 pm

1 stop4h 41m

Des Moines

Tue 9/1

3:20 pm-11:14 pm

2 stops7h 54m

$330

AustinDes Moines

AUS - DSM

AUSDSM

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 8/27

1:40 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops8h 30m

Des Moines

Sat 8/29

5:30 am-12:35 pm

2 stops7h 05m

$335

AustinDes Moines

AUS - DSM

AUSDSM

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 8/25

2:45 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops7h 10m

Des Moines

Tue 9/1

6:10 am-1:00 pm

2 stops6h 50m

$335

AustinDes Moines

AUS - DSM

AUSDSM

Austin Bergstrom

Sat 10/17

9:50 am-8:45 pm

2 stops10h 55m

Des Moines

Sat 10/31

6:20 am-1:20 pm

2 stops7h 00m

$357

AustinDes Moines

AUS - DSM

AUSDSM

Austin Bergstrom

Mon 10/19

4:10 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops6h 45m

Des Moines

Fri 10/30

5:10 am-12:15 pm

2 stops7h 05m

$358
Quickest round-trip

AustinDes Moines

AUS - DSM

AUSDSM

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 10/15

5:39 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop4h 36m

Des Moines

Sun 10/18

5:45 am-12:55 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$371

AustinDes Moines

AUS - DSM

AUSDSM

Austin Bergstrom

Sun 10/18

5:05 am-11:20 am

1 stop6h 15m

Des Moines

Sat 10/31

6:20 am-1:20 pm

2 stops7h 00m

$376

AustinDes Moines

AUS - DSM

AUSDSM

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 9/3

3:15 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops7h 00m

Des Moines

Sun 9/6

7:05 am-12:45 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$377

AustinDes Moines

AUS - DSM

AUSDSM

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 10/15

4:10 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops6h 45m

Des Moines

Sun 10/18

5:30 am-12:45 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$386

AustinDes Moines

AUS - DSM

AUSDSM

Austin Bergstrom

Sat 9/12

11:40 am-8:50 pm

2 stops9h 10m

Des Moines

Sun 9/13

5:40 am-1:55 pm

2 stops8h 15m

$413

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Deals found on 7/28

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Compare providers for flights from Austin to Des Moines

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Austin to Des Moines in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Austin-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Austin-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Austin-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Austin-Des Moines flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Austin-Des Moines flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Austin to Des Moines

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Austin to Des Moines, you should look to book at least 71 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 Austin to Des Moines?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Austin to Des Moines (average of $164). Flying from Austin to Des Moines in April 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Austin to Des Moines. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 30, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Austin to Des Moines in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 37% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Austin to Des Moines?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Austin to Des Moines flights typically cost between $161 and $323 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $87 on Allegiant Air (Sep 10-Sep 13).

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. 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 Des Moines. Reviews last updated July 30, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Austin to Des Moines, such as Delta,United Airlines, andAllegiant Air. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,489 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Stacey-Ann,Aug 2023

IAH - ATL

The staff made boarding as easy as possible. Although it was a full flight, everyone was seated in a timely manner and we arrived early.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,489 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,489 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Stacey-Ann,Aug 2023

IAH - ATL

The staff made boarding as easy as possible. Although it was a full flight, everyone was seated in a timely manner and we arrived early.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,047 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,489 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Stacey-Ann,Aug 2023

IAH - ATL

The staff made boarding as easy as possible. Although it was a full flight, everyone was seated in a timely manner and we arrived early.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
678 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,489 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Stacey-Ann,Aug 2023

IAH - ATL

The staff made boarding as easy as possible. Although it was a full flight, everyone was seated in a timely manner and we arrived early.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,842 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,489 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Stacey-Ann,Aug 2023

IAH - ATL

The staff made boarding as easy as possible. Although it was a full flight, everyone was seated in a timely manner and we arrived early.

Related info for your journey

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

    Flights from Austin Bergstrom to Des Moines have been viewed 4 times in the past calendar month.

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

    A quick flight from Austin to Des Moines can take about 4h 41m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $330. Airlines will cover a distance of 815 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Austin to Des Moines round-trip?

    Currently priced at $79, Allegiant Air will fly you from Austin to Des Moines and back. In addition to Allegiant Air, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $108 and $222, respectively. Allegiant Air is currently priced 70% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Allegiant Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $58. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Austin to Des Moines for a low price.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Austin to Des Moines? While on average our users pay $148, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $92. The most popular route (Austin Bergstrom - Des Moines), is priced around $87.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Austin to Des Moines (average of $164). Flying from Austin to Des Moines in April 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 4 airlines flying from Austin to Des Moines

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Austin to Des Moines. 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 July 30, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$79Average$158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$108Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$222Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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