$126+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis to Des Moines (IND - 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 12/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IND — DSM
Nov 27 — Dec 41
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 October 28, 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 October 28, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/166:45 am -
1 stop5h 40m
Wed 11/183:30 pm -
1 stop6h 20m
Deal found 10/26![Southwest logo]()
$247
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/196:35 am -
1 stop4h 44m
Thu 11/266:13 am -
1 stop4h 04m
Deal found 10/26![Delta logo]()
$295
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/166:55 am -
1 stop8h 20m
Sat 1/91:10 pm -
2 stops9h 05m
Deal found 10/24![Southwest logo]()
$300
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/122:25 pm -
1 stop6h 15m
Sun 12/207:15 pm -
1 stop3h 15m
Deal found 10/25![Southwest logo]()
$326
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/277:10 am -
1 stop4h 22m
Sat 11/286:45 pm -
1 stop4h 02m
Deal found 10/28![United Airlines logo]()
$332
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/108:00 am -
1 stop5h 31m
Wed 11/116:45 pm -
1 stop4h 02m
Deal found 10/23![United Airlines logo]()
$335
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/186:39 am -
1 stop4h 05m
Fri 11/2011:00 am -
1 stop3h 24m
Deal found 10/25![Delta logo]()
$356
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 October 28, 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 October 28, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/166:45 am -
1 stop5h 40m
Wed 11/186:00 am -
2 stops10h 30m
Deal found 10/26![Southwest logo]()
$252
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/31:08 pm -
1 stop6h 53m
Mon 12/72:05 pm -
1 stop4h 21m
Deal found 10/26![American Airlines logo]()
$295
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/165:00 am -
1 stop6h 37m
Sat 1/96:30 pm -
1 stop4h 29m
Deal found 10/24![United Airlines logo]()
$295
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/16:20 am -
1 stop6h 36m
Mon 1/44:56 pm -
1 stop5h 10m
Deal found 10/26![Delta logo]()
$445
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/2410:56 am -
1 stop11h 57m
Sun 11/299:20 pm -
2 stops35h 48m
Deal found 10/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$489
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/165:35 am -
2 stops6h 50m
Sat 1/91:10 pm -
2 stops9h 05m
Deal found 10/24![Southwest logo]()
$305
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/277:10 am -
1 stop4h 22m
Sat 11/286:45 pm -
1 stop4h 02m
Deal found 10/28![United Airlines logo]()
$332
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/122:25 pm -
1 stop6h 15m
Sun 12/205:10 am -
2 stops8h 35m
Deal found 10/25![Southwest logo]()
$331
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/269:10 am -
1 stop6h 14m
Sun 11/296:45 pm -
1 stop4h 02m
Deal found 10/28![United Airlines logo]()
$370
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/93:45 pm -
2 stops9h 05m
Tue 4/137:45 am -
2 stops9h 20m
Deal found 10/26![Southwest logo]()
$387
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/182:10 pm -
2 stops8h 55m
Fri 11/205:25 am -
2 stops9h 10m
Deal found 10/25![Southwest logo]()
$396
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/104:30 pm -
1 stop6h 25m
Fri 11/1311:22 am -
1 stop5h 30m
Deal found 10/27![United Airlines logo]()
$509
Last-minute flights from Indianapolis to Des MoinesDiscover last-minute flight deals from Indianapolis to Des Moines. Data last updated October 28, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Indianapolis to Des Moines. Data last updated October 28, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/57:30 am -
2 stops25h 24m
Sun 11/812:25 pm -
1 stop22h 28m
Deal found 10/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$388
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/108:00 am -
1 stop5h 31m
Wed 11/116:45 pm -
1 stop4h 02m
Deal found 10/23![United Airlines logo]()
$335
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/166:45 am -
1 stop5h 40m
Wed 11/183:30 pm -
1 stop6h 20m
Deal found 10/26![Southwest logo]()
$247
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/186:39 am -
1 stop4h 05m
Fri 11/2011:00 am -
1 stop3h 24m
Deal found 10/25![Delta logo]()
$356
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/182:10 pm -
2 stops8h 55m
Fri 11/205:25 am -
1 stop5h 35m
Deal found 10/25![Southwest logo]()
$361
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/196:35 am -
1 stop4h 44m
Thu 11/266:13 am -
1 stop4h 04m
Deal found 10/26![Delta logo]()
$295
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
Fri 11/209:04 pm -
1 stop4h 15m
Sun 11/221:58 pm -
1 stop4h 20m
Deal found 10/25![American Airlines logo]()
$387
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/269:10 am -
1 stop6h 14m
Sun 11/296:45 pm -
1 stop4h 02m
Deal found 10/28![United Airlines logo]()
$370
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/277:10 am -
1 stop4h 22m
Sat 11/286:45 pm -
1 stop4h 02m
Deal found 10/28![United Airlines logo]()
$332
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/276:33 pm -
1 stop4h 22m
Sun 11/296:45 pm -
1 stop4h 02m
Deal found 10/28![United Airlines logo]()
$390
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 October 28, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Indianapolis to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 28, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/164:06 pm -
1 stop28h 25m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/24![Frontier logo]()
$126
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/306:20 am -
1 stop6h 36m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/25![Delta logo]()
$148
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/165:35 am -
2 stops6h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/24![Southwest logo]()
$153
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/209:04 pm -
1 stop4h 15m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/26![American Airlines logo]()
$209
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
Wed 11/44:03 pm -
3 stops24h 22m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$248
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/301:50 pm -
2 stops10h 45m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/25![Southwest logo]()
$264
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
Wed 11/411:00 am -
1 stop27h 32m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/25![Allegiant Air logo]()
$286
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
Wed 12/306:38 pm -
3 stops44h 22m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$301
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/204:37 pm -
2 stops48h 34m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$350
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/168:00 am -
3 stops30h 31m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/24![Allegiant Air logo]()
$352
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/103:28 pm -
1 stop4h 28m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/27![American Airlines logo]()
$358
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 October 28, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $247 (Southwest) |
One-way from | $126 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | September |
Cheapest in | May |
Average price | $428 |
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 October 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Indianapolis to Des Moines that are best for you.
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Depart
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IndianapolisDes Moines
IND Indianapolis - DSM Des Moines
INDDSM
Indianapolis
Wed 12/16
4:06 pm-7:31 pm
1 stop28h 25m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$126
IndianapolisDes Moines
IND Indianapolis - DSM Des Moines
INDDSM
Indianapolis
Wed 12/30
6:20 am-11:56 am
1 stop6h 36m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$148
IndianapolisDes Moines
IND Indianapolis - DSM Des Moines
INDDSM
Indianapolis
Wed 12/16
5:35 am-11:25 am
2 stops6h 50m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$153
IndianapolisDes Moines
IND Indianapolis - DSM Des Moines
INDDSM
Indianapolis
Mon 11/16
6:45 am-11:25 am
1 stop5h 40m
Des Moines
Wed 11/18
6:00 am-5:30 pm
2 stops10h 30m
$252
IndianapolisDes Moines
IND Indianapolis - DSM Des Moines
INDDSM
Indianapolis
Wed 12/30
1:50 pm-11:35 pm
2 stops10h 45m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$264
IndianapolisDes Moines
IND Indianapolis - DSM Des Moines
INDDSM
Indianapolis
Wed 11/4
11:00 am-1:32 pm
1 stop27h 32m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$286
IndianapolisDes Moines
IND Indianapolis - DSM Des Moines
INDDSM
Indianapolis
Thu 12/3
1:08 pm-7:01 pm
1 stop6h 53m
Des Moines
Mon 12/7
2:05 pm-7:26 pm
1 stop4h 21m
$295
IndianapolisDes Moines
IND Indianapolis - DSM Des Moines
INDDSM
Indianapolis
Wed 12/16
5:00 am-10:37 am
1 stop6h 37m
Des Moines
Sat 1/9
6:30 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop4h 29m
$295
IndianapolisDes Moines
IND Indianapolis - DSM Des Moines
INDDSM
Indianapolis
Wed 12/30
6:38 pm-2:00 pm
3 stops44h 22m
Des Moines
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$301
IndianapolisDes Moines
IND Indianapolis - DSM Des Moines
INDDSM
Indianapolis
Wed 12/16
5:35 am-11:25 am
2 stops6h 50m
Des Moines
Sat 1/9
1:10 pm-11:15 pm
2 stops9h 05m
$305
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Compare providers for flights from Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to Des Moines in October.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | 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.
Best time to book a flight from Indianapolis to Des Moines
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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Everything you need to know about your flight from Indianapolis to Des Moines
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Indianapolis to Des Moines?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Des Moines (average of $284). Flying from Indianapolis to Des Moines in September is currently the most expensive (average of $731). 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.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Indianapolis to Des Moines?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Indianapolis to Des Moines flights typically cost between $475 and $519 in November.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $247 on Southwest (Nov 16-Nov 18).
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 October 28, 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.
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodEllen,Oct 2026
GRR - ATL
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodEllen,Oct 2026
GRR - ATL
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodEllen,Oct 2026
GRR - ATL
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodEllen,Oct 2026
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
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| Cheapest$226 | Average$458 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$263 | Average$397 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$273 | Average$467 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |