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$105+ Cheap flights from Indiana to Des Moines (DSM)

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 6/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IND — DSM
may. 27 — jun. 31
mié. 5/27
mié. 6/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Indiana to Des Moines

Cheapest flights from Indiana to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Indiana to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 27, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
mié. 5/202:59 pm
ORD
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DSM
Nonstop1h 32m
American Airlines
mié. 5/278:43 am
DSM
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/22$209
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
mié. 6/310:00 am
MDW
-
DSM
Nonstop1h 25m
Southwest
mié. 6/33:15 pm
DSM
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 4/22$210
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
mié. 5/208:50 pm
MDW
-
DSM
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
mié. 5/275:30 am
DSM
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 4/22$218
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
mié. 5/208:42 am
ORD
-
DSM
1 stop3h 42m
Delta
mié. 5/271:04 pm
DSM
-
ORD
1 stop6h 16m
Delta
Deal found 4/22$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
lun. 6/16:40 am
ORD
-
DSM
Nonstop1h 33m
American Airlines
mié. 6/38:43 am
DSM
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/22$231
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 5/276:40 am
ORD
-
DSM
Nonstop1h 33m
American Airlines
mié. 5/278:02 pm
DSM
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 48m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/25$237
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
lun. 6/110:20 am
MDW
-
DSM
Nonstop1h 25m
Southwest
mié. 6/35:30 am
DSM
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 4/23$243
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
lun. 6/18:42 am
ORD
-
DSM
1 stop3h 42m
Delta
mié. 6/310:56 am
DSM
-
ORD
1 stop5h 55m
Delta
Deal found 4/23$251
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 6/46:40 am
ORD
-
DSM
Nonstop1h 32m
American Airlines
mié. 6/108:43 am
DSM
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 42m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/25$253
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
sáb. 8/1510:10 am
MDW
-
DSM
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
lun. 8/175:40 am
DSM
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 4/23$255
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
mié. 5/135:00 am
CVG
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DSM
1 stop4h 26m
American Airlines
mié. 5/205:44 am
DSM
-
CVG
1 stop3h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/22$263
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
sáb. 5/1612:17 pm
ORD
-
DSM
Nonstop1h 31m
American Airlines
lun. 5/185:01 pm
DSM
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/24$269

Find flight deals from Indiana to Des Moines

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Indiana 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 abril 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Indiana to Des Moines that are best for you.

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ChicagoDes Moines

MDW - DSM

MDWDSM

Chicago Midway

mié. 5/20

8:50 pm-10:10 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Des Moines

mié. 5/27

5:30 am-6:55 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$218

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 6/4

6:24 am-10:16 am

1 stop3h 52m

Des Moines

mié. 6/10

6:03 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop3h 52m

$251

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 5/30

10:15 am-3:44 pm

1 stop5h 29m

Des Moines

lun. 6/1

5:28 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop3h 52m

$273

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 8/15

1:35 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Des Moines

lun. 8/17

6:20 am-12:39 pm

1 stop6h 19m

$273

ChicagoDes Moines

MDW - DSM

MDWDSM

Chicago Midway

sáb. 8/15

9:20 am-2:07 pm

1 stop4h 47m

Des Moines

lun. 8/17

6:20 am-12:30 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$273

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 6/24

5:58 pm-7:33 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Des Moines

vie. 7/10

8:06 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

$283

IndianapolisDes Moines

IND - DSM

INDDSM

Indianapolis

mar. 5/12

5:45 pm-8:36 pm

1 stop3h 51m

Des Moines

mié. 5/13

10:56 am-6:34 pm

1 stop6h 38m

$287

KalamazooDes Moines

AZO - DSM

AZODSM

Kalamazoo Intl

mié. 5/20

6:15 pm-8:36 pm

1 stop3h 21m

Des Moines

mié. 5/27

6:15 am-11:50 am

1 stop4h 35m

$289

ChicagoDes Moines

ORD - DSM

ORDDSM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 6/24

6:30 am-10:14 am

1 stop3h 44m

Des Moines

vie. 7/10

6:00 am-1:03 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$303

ChicagoDes Moines

MDW - DSM

MDWDSM

Chicago Midway

mié. 6/24

9:54 am-2:05 pm

1 stop4h 11m

Des Moines

vie. 7/10

2:45 pm-6:18 pm

1 stop3h 33m

$303

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Best time to book a flight from Indiana to Des Moines

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indiana to Des Moines (average of $164). Flying from Indiana to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $274). 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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Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Indiana to Des Moines. 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 into for flights to Des Moines from Indiana?

    For a flight from Indiana to Des Moines, you will be flying into Des Moines. Des Moines (DSM) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city.

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

    Airlines like Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines fly from Indiana to Des Moines in about 1h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 32m. The distance from Indiana to Des Moines is about 305 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Indiana to Des Moines are American Airlines ($114), United Airlines ($128), and Delta ($209).

  • What are the most popular routes from Indiana to Des Moines?

    Most travelers choose Chicago O'Hare Intl - Des Moines, Chicago Midway - Des Moines or Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky - Des Moines when deciding on the best route from Indiana to Des Moines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indiana to Des Moines (average of $164). Flying from Indiana to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $274). 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 Indiana to Des Moines

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Indiana 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 abril 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$200Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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