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$1,421+ Cheap flights from Chennai (MAA) to Des Moines (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 11/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — DSM
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chennai to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chennai (MAA) 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 3, 2025.

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$1,421
(British Airways)
From Chennai to Des Moines
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Cheapest flights from Chennai to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/67:35 amMAA - DSM
2 stops66h 28mBritish Airways
Mon 11/106:18 pmDSM - MAA
2 stops47h 47mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/2$1,421
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/69:40 pmMAA - DSM
2 stops36h 10mEmirates
Mon 11/103:15 pmDSM - MAA
2 stops23h 30mEmirates
Deal found 6/30$1,582
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/197:50 pmMAA - DSM
3 stops36h 27mLufthansa
Sun 9/211:10 pmDSM - MAA
2 stops24h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 7/2$1,595
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/183:55 amMAA - DSM
2 stops29h 08mQatar Airways
Sun 9/218:55 amDSM - MAA
2 stops31h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/2$1,769
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/193:45 pmMAA - DSM
3 stops41h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/211:10 pmDSM - MAA
3 stops24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$10,980

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chennai to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Chennai

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Des Moines

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Depart

Return

Price

ChennaiDes Moines

MAA - DSM

MAADSM

Chennai

Thu 11/6

7:35 am-2:33 pm

2 stops66h 28m

Des Moines

Mon 11/10

6:18 pm-5:35 am

2 stops47h 47m

$1,421

ChennaiDes Moines

MAA - DSM

MAADSM

Chennai

Thu 11/6

9:40 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops36h 10m

Des Moines

Mon 11/10

3:15 pm-2:15 am

2 stops23h 30m

$1,582

ChennaiDes Moines

MAA - DSM

MAADSM

Chennai

Sat 7/19

7:50 pm-9:47 pm

3 stops36h 27m

Des Moines

Sun 9/21

1:10 pm-12:10 am

2 stops24h 30m

$1,595

ChennaiDes Moines

MAA - DSM

MAADSM

Chennai

Fri 7/18

3:55 am-10:33 pm

2 stops29h 08m

Des Moines

Sun 9/21

8:55 am-2:50 am

2 stops31h 25m

$1,769

ChennaiDes Moines

MAA - DSM

MAADSM

Chennai

Sat 7/19

3:45 pm-11:00 pm

3 stops41h 45m

Des Moines

Sun 9/21

1:10 pm-12:10 am

3 stops24h 30m

$10,980

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Deals found on 7/2

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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 3, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Lufthansa from Chennai to Des Moines to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,287 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,287 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,287 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,594 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,287 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,207 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,287 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
British Airways
6.6
Okay
7,093 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,287 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

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