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$329+ Cheap flights from Helena to Des Moines (HLN - 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 2/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HLN — DSM
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Helena to Des Moines

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

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/242:26 pmHLN - DSM
1 stop5h 04mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/25:06 pmDSM - HLN
1 stop5h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$354
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Thu 12/256:10 amHLN - DSM
2 stops10h 55mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/25:06 pmDSM - HLN
1 stop5h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Fri 12/192:26 pmHLN - DSM
1 stop5h 04mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/25:06 pmDSM - HLN
1 stop5h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$399
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/242:26 pmHLN - DSM
1 stop5h 04mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/15:06 pmDSM - HLN
1 stop5h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$424
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Thu 12/256:10 amHLN - DSM
2 stops10h 55mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/15:06 pmDSM - HLN
1 stop5h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$429
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Fri 12/192:26 pmHLN - DSM
1 stop5h 04mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/15:06 pmDSM - HLN
1 stop5h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$469
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/232:26 pmHLN - DSM
1 stop5h 04mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/25:06 pmDSM - HLN
1 stop5h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$474
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/242:26 pmHLN - DSM
1 stop5h 04mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/35:06 pmDSM - HLN
1 stop5h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$479
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Thu 12/256:10 amHLN - DSM
2 stops10h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/319:00 amDSM - HLN
1 stop5h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$485
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Mon 12/226:10 amHLN - DSM
2 stops10h 55mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/25:06 pmDSM - HLN
1 stop5h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$515

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eDreams
3 stars

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3 stars

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

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Helena

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Des Moines

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HelenaDes Moines

HLN - DSM

HLNDSM

Helena

Sat 2/14

2:25 pm-8:41 pm

1 stop5h 16m

Des Moines

Wed 2/18

9:04 am-1:40 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$329

HelenaDes Moines

HLN - DSM

HLNDSM

Helena

Wed 12/24

2:26 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop5h 04m

Des Moines

Thu 1/1

5:06 pm-9:31 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$424

HelenaDes Moines

HLN - DSM

HLNDSM

Helena

Thu 12/25

6:10 am-6:05 pm

2 stops10h 55m

Des Moines

Thu 1/1

5:06 pm-9:31 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$429

HelenaDes Moines

HLN - DSM

HLNDSM

Helena

Wed 12/24

6:10 am-7:29 pm

2 stops12h 19m

Des Moines

Fri 1/2

5:06 pm-9:31 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$468

HelenaDes Moines

HLN - DSM

HLNDSM

Helena

Tue 12/23

2:26 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop5h 04m

Des Moines

Fri 1/2

5:06 pm-9:31 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$474

HelenaDes Moines

HLN - DSM

HLNDSM

Helena

Thu 12/25

2:26 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop5h 04m

Des Moines

Wed 12/31

9:00 am-1:45 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$479

HelenaDes Moines

HLN - DSM

HLNDSM

Helena

Thu 12/25

6:10 am-6:05 pm

2 stops10h 55m

Des Moines

Sat 1/3

5:06 pm-9:31 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$485

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Deals found on 12/9

Compare providers for flights from Helena 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 Helena to Des Moines in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 Helena-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Helena-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Helena-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Helena-Des Moines flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Helena-Des Moines flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Helena to Des Moines. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Departing from Helena to Des Moines will take you 5h 16m. There are 971 mi between Helena and Des Moines.

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

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

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

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

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

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