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$35+ Cheap flights from Kentucky 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 7/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SDF — DSM
Jul 9 — Jul 161
Thu 7/9
Thu 7/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Kentucky to Des Moines

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 June 9, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 7/103:01 pm
BNA
-
DSM
Nonstop1h 39m
Allegiant Air
Sun 7/196:00 am
DSM
-
BNA
Nonstop1h 38m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 6/5$75
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/33:01 pm
BNA
-
DSM
Nonstop1h 39m
Allegiant Air
Sun 7/56:00 am
DSM
-
BNA
Nonstop1h 38m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 6/5$79
This iWofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 iWofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/258:23 am
BNA
-
DSM
Nonstop1h 40m
Allegiant Air
Sun 6/286:00 am
DSM
-
BNA
Nonstop1h 33m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 6/8$80
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/188:23 am
BNA
-
DSM
Nonstop1h 40m
Allegiant Air
Sun 6/216:00 am
DSM
-
BNA
Nonstop1h 33m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 6/6$82
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/79:33 pm
BNA
-
DSM
Nonstop1h 41m
Allegiant Air
Sun 8/96:00 am
DSM
-
BNA
Nonstop1h 38m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 6/7$84
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/58:28 am
BNA
-
DSM
Nonstop1h 39m
Allegiant Air
Sun 7/126:00 am
DSM
-
BNA
Nonstop1h 38m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 6/7$89
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/103:01 pm
BNA
-
DSM
Nonstop1h 39m
Allegiant Air
Sun 7/126:00 am
DSM
-
BNA
Nonstop1h 38m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 6/9$93
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/262:35 pm
BNA
-
DSM
Nonstop1h 40m
Allegiant Air
Sun 6/286:00 am
DSM
-
BNA
Nonstop1h 33m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 6/8$98
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/78:35 am
TYS
-
DSM
1 stop14h 27m
Allegiant Air
Sun 8/95:12 pm
DSM
-
TYS
1 stop28h 12m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 6/7$243
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 7/303:38 pm
TYS
-
DSM
1 stop6h 49m
Allegiant Air
Fri 7/313:52 pm
DSM
-
TYS
1 stop6h 27m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 6/5$245
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 9/119:04 am
TYS
-
DSM
1 stop8h 01m
Allegiant Air
Sun 9/131:58 pm
DSM
-
TYS
1 stop28h 36m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 6/6$252
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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.
Mon 8/36:30 am
CVG
-
DSM
1 stop10h 20m
Allegiant Air
Sat 8/812:26 pm
DSM
-
CVG
1 stop9h 50m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 6/6$256

Find flight deals from Kentucky to Des Moines

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Kentucky to Des Moines flight deals. Data was last updated June 9, 2026.

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$75
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$35
(Kiwi.com)

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June

Average price

$105
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 June 9, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kentucky to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

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Quickest round-trip

NashvilleDes Moines

BNA - DSM

BNADSM

Nashville Intl

Thu 7/2

8:28 am-10:07 am

Nonstop1h 39m

Des Moines

Sun 7/5

6:00 am-7:38 am

Nonstop1h 38m

$83

NashvilleDes Moines

BNA - DSM

BNADSM

Nashville Intl

Thu 7/2

8:28 am-10:07 am

Nonstop1h 39m

Des Moines

Sun 7/5

3:59 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops30h 51m

$230

KnoxvilleDes Moines

TYS - DSM

TYSDSM

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 7/13

8:30 am-10:15 pm

1 stop14h 45m

Des Moines

Sat 7/18

4:59 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop29h 04m

$265

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 7/3

6:03 pm-9:43 pm

1 stop28h 40m

Des Moines

Thu 7/9

5:08 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop29h 23m

$289

NashvilleDes Moines

BNA - DSM

BNADSM

Nashville Intl

Fri 7/10

8:47 pm-4:09 pm

1 stop19h 22m

Des Moines

Sun 7/19

3:59 pm-8:17 pm

2 stops28h 18m

$290

LouisvilleDes Moines

SDF - DSM

SDFDSM

Louisville Intl

Tue 8/18

10:23 am-2:16 pm

1 stop4h 53m

Des Moines

Wed 8/19

6:00 am-7:05 pm

2 stops12h 05m

$302

KnoxvilleDes Moines

TYS - DSM

TYSDSM

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 7/9

3:44 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop6h 48m

Des Moines

Sun 7/12

4:57 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops28h 03m

$316

LexingtonDes Moines

LEX - DSM

LEXDSM

Lexington Blue Grass

Fri 7/3

7:05 am-10:45 am

1 stop4h 40m

Des Moines

Mon 7/6

5:35 am-12:19 pm

1 stop5h 44m

$319

LexingtonDes Moines

LEX - DSM

LEXDSM

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 7/4

5:55 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Des Moines

Fri 7/10

3:24 pm-8:28 pm

1 stop4h 04m

$319

LexingtonDes Moines

LEX - DSM

LEXDSM

Lexington Blue Grass

Sun 6/28

6:00 am-10:45 am

1 stop5h 45m

Des Moines

Sun 7/5

6:39 pm-12:07 am

1 stop4h 28m

$319

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Best time to book a flight from Kentucky to Des Moines

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kentucky to Des Moines (average of $158). Flying from Kentucky to Des Moines in February is currently the most expensive (average of $787). 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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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.

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

    Airlines like Allegiant Air, United Airlines, and Delta fly from Kentucky to Des Moines in about 1h 39m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 14m. There are 530 mi between Kentucky and Des Moines. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 Knoxville McGhee Tyson - Des Moines or Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky - 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?

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

  • 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kentucky to Des Moines (average of $158). Flying from Kentucky to Des Moines in February is currently the most expensive (average of $787). 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 June 9, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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