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$44+ Cheap flights from Kentucky to Des Moines (DSM)

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SDF — DSM
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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3 stars

Round-trip from

$78
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One-way from

$44
(Booking.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$363
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Cheapest flights from Kentucky to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kentucky to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/205:59 pmBNA - DSM
Nonstop1h 41mAllegiant Air
Sun 6/226:32 pmDSM - BNA
Nonstop1h 34mAllegiant Air
Deal found 4/29$78
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/237:55 pmBNA - DSM
Nonstop1h 42mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/256:30 amDSM - BNA
1 stop27h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$152
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/155:55 pmCVG - DSM
1 stop25h 25mFrontier
Wed 5/217:30 pmDSM - CVG
1 stop28h 25mFrontier
Deal found 4/29$222
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/26:12 pmLEX - DSM
1 stop5h 47mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/97:07 amDSM - LEX
1 stop5h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/2312:02 pmTYS - DSM
1 stop7h 57mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/255:13 amDSM - TYS
1 stop7h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/196:00 amBNA - DSM
1 stop4h 19mDelta
Sun 6/226:47 pmDSM - BNA
1 stop4h 29mDelta
Deal found 4/30$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Mon 7/147:05 amSDF - DSM
1 stop7h 34mDelta
Tue 7/155:40 amDSM - SDF
1 stop5h 06mDelta
Deal found 4/29$261
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/236:39 pmTYS - DSM
1 stop20h 25mAllegiant Air
Sun 5/258:30 amDSM - TYS
2 stops14h 03mAllegiant Air
Deal found 4/30$265
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/225:45 pmLEX - DSM
1 stop4h 05mDelta
Fri 12/265:15 pmDSM - LEX
1 stop4h 42mDelta
Deal found 4/30$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Mon 7/146:15 amCVG - DSM
1 stop5h 01mDelta
Tue 7/156:10 amDSM - CVG
1 stop6h 15mDelta
Deal found 4/29$294
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/247:01 pmSDF - DSM
1 stop5h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/275:00 amDSM - SDF
1 stop3h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$300
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Thu 5/1511:23 amSDF - DSM
2 stops34h 32mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/197:30 amDSM - SDF
1 stop5h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$301

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kentucky 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kentucky to Des Moines that are best for you.

Fly from

Kentucky

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NashvilleDes Moines

BNA - DSM

BNADSM

Nashville Intl

Fri 6/20

5:59 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

Des Moines

Sun 6/22

6:32 pm-8:06 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

$78

NashvilleDes Moines

BNA - DSM

BNADSM

Nashville Intl

Fri 5/23

7:55 pm-9:37 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

Des Moines

Sun 5/25

6:30 am-10:18 am

1 stop27h 48m

$152

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 5/15

5:55 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop25h 25m

Des Moines

Wed 5/21

7:30 pm-12:55 am

1 stop28h 25m

$222

LexingtonDes Moines

LEX - DSM

LEXDSM

Lexington Blue Grass

Wed 7/2

6:12 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop5h 47m

Des Moines

Wed 7/9

7:07 am-1:38 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$249

KnoxvilleDes Moines

TYS - DSM

TYSDSM

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 5/23

12:02 pm-6:59 pm

1 stop7h 57m

Des Moines

Sun 5/25

5:13 am-2:05 pm

1 stop7h 52m

$249

NashvilleDes Moines

BNA - DSM

BNADSM

Nashville Intl

Thu 6/19

6:16 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop4h 47m

Des Moines

Tue 6/24

10:18 am-4:38 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$257

LouisvilleDes Moines

SDF - DSM

SDFDSM

Louisville Intl

Mon 7/14

7:05 am-1:39 pm

1 stop7h 34m

Des Moines

Tue 7/15

5:40 am-11:46 am

1 stop5h 06m

$261

KnoxvilleDes Moines

TYS - DSM

TYSDSM

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 5/23

6:39 pm-2:04 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Des Moines

Sun 5/25

8:30 am-11:33 pm

2 stops14h 03m

$265

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 7/14

6:15 am-10:16 am

1 stop5h 01m

Des Moines

Tue 7/15

6:10 am-1:25 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$294

LouisvilleDes Moines

SDF - DSM

SDFDSM

Louisville Intl

Thu 7/24

7:01 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop5h 43m

Des Moines

Sun 7/27

5:00 am-9:27 am

1 stop3h 27m

$300

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Best time to book a flight from Kentucky to Des Moines

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from KY to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Kentucky to Des Moines. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Kentucky to Des Moines as you normally would.

Rainfall in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Des Moines ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Des Moines when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

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 May 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Kentucky to Des Moines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
734 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Kentucky 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 Kentucky?

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

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Kentucky to Des Moines are Allegiant Air ($44), Delta ($128), and United Airlines ($281).

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

    The most popular route from Kentucky to Des Moines is Nashville Intl - Des Moines. You may also consider Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky - Des Moines or Lexington Blue Grass - Des Moines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kentucky to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Kentucky to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 Kentucky to Des Moines

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Kentucky 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$208Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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