$129+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis to Des Moines (IND - DSM)
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IND — DSM
Oct 10 — Oct 171
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Indianapolis to Des MoinesExplore the most affordable flight options available from Indianapolis to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 10, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Indianapolis to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 10, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/69:21 am -
1 stop4h 20m
Thu 10/86:00 am -
1 stop3h 56m
Deal found 9/9![United Airlines logo]()
$279
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Wed 10/74:55 pm -
1 stop6h 05m
Wed 10/145:35 am -
2 stops7h 20m
Deal found 9/9![Southwest logo]()
$284
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/22:25 pm -
2 stops9h 35m
Tue 11/36:00 am -
2 stops10h 30m
Deal found 9/10![Southwest logo]()
$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/237:00 am -
1 stop4h 11m
Mon 10/265:50 pm -
1 stop5h 15m
Deal found 9/9![Delta logo]()
$299
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 10/235:55 pm -
1 stop6h 20m
Mon 10/264:30 pm -
2 stops5h 20m
Deal found 9/9![Southwest logo]()
$304
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 10/165:40 am -
1 stop5h 51m
Mon 10/196:55 pm -
1 stop3h 49m
Deal found 9/8![United Airlines logo]()
$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/53:03 pm -
1 stop3h 45m
Sun 10/118:00 am -
1 stop3h 42m
Deal found 9/10![United Airlines logo]()
$318
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/113:02 pm -
1 stop5h 31m
Sun 9/1311:29 am -
1 stop7h 32m
Deal found 9/7![Frontier logo]()
$320
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Sat 9/124:12 pm -
1 stop19h 32m
Mon 9/148:30 pm -
1 stop17h 47m
Deal found 9/8![Frontier logo]()
$330
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Mon 10/55:55 pm -
1 stop6h 20m
Wed 10/145:35 am -
2 stops7h 20m
Deal found 9/8![Southwest logo]()
$333
Best flights from Indianapolis to Des MoinesDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Indianapolis to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 10, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Indianapolis to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 10, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/247:00 am -
1 stop4h 11m
Sat 10/244:01 pm -
1 stop5h 56m
Deal found 9/9![Delta logo]()
$279
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 10/235:55 pm -
1 stop6h 20m
Mon 10/264:30 pm -
2 stops5h 20m
Deal found 9/9![Southwest logo]()
$304
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 10/165:40 am -
1 stop5h 51m
Mon 10/196:55 pm -
1 stop3h 49m
Deal found 9/8![United Airlines logo]()
$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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.
Fri 10/238:58 pm -
1 stop4h 16m
Mon 10/267:31 pm -
1 stop3h 48m
Deal found 9/6![American Airlines logo]()
$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/53:03 pm -
1 stop3h 45m
Sun 10/118:00 am -
1 stop3h 42m
Deal found 9/10![United Airlines logo]()
$318
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/87:00 am -
1 stop4h 11m
Thu 10/1510:57 am -
1 stop3h 31m
Deal found 9/10![Delta logo]()
$318
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Mon 10/55:55 pm -
1 stop6h 20m
Wed 10/145:35 am -
2 stops7h 20m
Deal found 9/8![Southwest logo]()
$333
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 10/77:05 am -
1 stop6h 29m
Wed 10/141:24 pm -
1 stop5h 40m
Deal found 9/7![United Airlines logo]()
$339
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/256:45 am -
1 stop5h 35m
Sun 11/16:40 am -
1 stop7h 10m
Deal found 9/10![Southwest logo]()
$357
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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.
Wed 10/74:55 pm -
1 stop6h 05m
Wed 10/145:35 am -
2 stops7h 20m
Deal found 9/7![Southwest logo]()
$363
Last-minute flights from Indianapolis to Des MoinesDiscover last-minute flight deals from Indianapolis to Des Moines. Data last updated September 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Indianapolis to Des Moines. Data last updated September 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/113:02 pm -
1 stop5h 31m
Sun 9/1311:29 am -
1 stop7h 32m
Deal found 9/7![Frontier logo]()
$320
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Sat 9/124:12 pm -
1 stop19h 32m
Mon 9/148:30 pm -
1 stop17h 47m
Deal found 9/8![Frontier logo]()
$330
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/53:03 pm -
1 stop3h 45m
Sun 10/118:00 am -
1 stop3h 42m
Deal found 9/10![United Airlines logo]()
$318
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Mon 10/55:55 pm -
1 stop6h 20m
Wed 10/145:35 am -
2 stops7h 20m
Deal found 9/8![Southwest logo]()
$333
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/69:21 am -
1 stop4h 20m
Thu 10/86:00 am -
1 stop3h 56m
Deal found 9/9![United Airlines logo]()
$279
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Wed 10/74:55 pm -
1 stop6h 05m
Wed 10/145:35 am -
2 stops7h 20m
Deal found 9/9![Southwest logo]()
$284
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 10/165:40 am -
1 stop5h 51m
Mon 10/196:55 pm -
1 stop3h 49m
Deal found 9/8![United Airlines logo]()
$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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.
Thu 10/228:58 pm -
1 stop4h 16m
Thu 10/297:29 am -
1 stop3h 38m
Deal found 9/7![American Airlines logo]()
$338
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/237:00 am -
1 stop4h 11m
Mon 10/265:50 pm -
1 stop5h 15m
Deal found 9/9![Delta logo]()
$299
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 10/235:55 pm -
1 stop6h 20m
Mon 10/264:30 pm -
2 stops5h 20m
Deal found 9/9![Southwest logo]()
$304
One-way flights from Indianapolis to Des MoinesSearch for one-way flight options from Indianapolis to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 10, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Indianapolis to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 10, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Fri 10/237:59 pm -
2 stops43h 00m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$129
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/278:56 pm -
1 stop23h 37m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/8![Frontier logo]()
$139
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/245:40 am -
1 stop5h 51m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9![United Airlines logo]()
$140
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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.
Fri 10/27:48 pm -
2 stops41h 51m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$143
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Sat 10/241:05 pm -
2 stops8h 45m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9![Southwest logo]()
$145
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/28:53 pm -
1 stop4h 11m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/10![American Airlines logo]()
$160
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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.
Tue 11/173:28 pm -
1 stop4h 28m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/7![American Airlines logo]()
$169
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 10/24:55 pm -
1 stop5h 28m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/6![United Airlines logo]()
$170
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Wed 9/237:48 pm -
2 stops25h 09m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$171
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 10/233:10 pm -
2 stops9h 05m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9![Southwest logo]()
$175
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/2411:21 am -
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Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$178
Find flight deals from Indianapolis to Des Moines
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Indianapolis (IND) 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 September 10, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $279 (United Airlines) |
One-way from | $129 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | April |
Cheapest in | May |
Average price | $362 |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from Indianapolis 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 10, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Indianapolis to Des Moines that are best for you.
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IndianapolisDes Moines
IND Indianapolis - DSM Des Moines
INDDSM
Indianapolis
Sat 10/24
1:05 pm-8:50 pm
2 stops8h 45m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$145
IndianapolisDes Moines
IND Indianapolis - DSM Des Moines
INDDSM
Indianapolis
Fri 10/23
8:58 pm-12:14 am
1 stop4h 16m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$160
IndianapolisDes Moines
IND Indianapolis - DSM Des Moines
INDDSM
Indianapolis
Tue 11/17
3:28 pm-6:56 pm
1 stop4h 28m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$169
Quickest round-trip
IndianapolisDes Moines
IND Indianapolis - DSM Des Moines
INDDSM
Indianapolis
Fri 10/16
7:00 am-10:11 am
1 stop4h 11m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$170
IndianapolisDes Moines
IND Indianapolis - DSM Des Moines
INDDSM
Indianapolis
Fri 10/2
4:55 pm-9:23 pm
1 stop5h 28m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$170
IndianapolisDes Moines
IND Indianapolis - DSM Des Moines
INDDSM
Indianapolis
Tue 12/15
5:35 am-11:25 am
2 stops6h 50m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$175
IndianapolisDes Moines
IND Indianapolis - DSM Des Moines
INDDSM
Indianapolis
Fri 10/23
3:10 pm-11:15 pm
2 stops9h 05m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$175
IndianapolisDes Moines
IND Indianapolis - DSM Des Moines
INDDSM
Indianapolis
Tue 11/17
2:10 pm-10:00 pm
2 stops8h 50m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$175
IndianapolisDes Moines
IND Indianapolis - DSM Des Moines
INDDSM
Indianapolis
Fri 10/16
3:10 pm-11:15 pm
2 stops9h 05m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$204
IndianapolisDes Moines
IND Indianapolis - DSM Des Moines
INDDSM
Indianapolis
Fri 10/23
9:06 pm-1:59 pm
3 stops41h 53m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$207
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Indianapolis to Des Moines in September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Indianapolis-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Indianapolis-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Indianapolis-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Indianapolis-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 Indianapolis-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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Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Des Moines from Indianapolis with our price prediction graph.
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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 September 10, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Indianapolis 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.
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentJorge,Aug 2026
TPA - ATL
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentJorge,Aug 2026
TPA - ATL
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentJorge,Aug 2026
TPA - ATL
Food
7.2
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentJorge,Aug 2026
TPA - ATL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
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| Cheapest$226 | Average$353 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$263 | Average$336 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$273 | Average$388 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |