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$347+ Cheap flights from Lansing to Des Moines (LAN - 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 11/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAN — DSM
Nov 27 — Dec 41
Thu 11/27
Thu 12/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Lansing to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lansing (LAN) 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, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$317
(Delta)
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Cheapest flights from Lansing to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Lansing to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 28, 2025.

This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/195:30 amLAN - DSM
1 stop5h 11mDelta
Sun 11/236:17 amDSM - LAN
1 stop3h 35mDelta
Deal found 10/27$347
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 11/117:04 amLAN - DSM
1 stop6h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/154:02 pmDSM - LAN
1 stop6h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$387
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/115:30 amLAN - DSM
2 stops5h 50mDelta
Sat 11/156:17 amDSM - LAN
1 stop3h 45mDelta
Deal found 10/27$412
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.
Wed 11/197:04 amLAN - DSM
2 stops16h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/236:39 amDSM - LAN
2 stops15h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$831

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Lansing to Des Moines that are best for you.

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LansingDes Moines

LAN - DSM

LANDSM

Lansing Capital City

Wed 11/19

5:30 am-9:41 am

1 stop5h 11m

Des Moines

Sun 11/23

6:17 am-10:52 am

1 stop3h 35m

$347

LansingDes Moines

LAN - DSM

LANDSM

Lansing Capital City

Tue 11/25

6:00 am-8:21 am

1 stop3h 21m

Des Moines

Sat 11/29

5:42 am-12:16 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$377

LansingDes Moines

LAN - DSM

LANDSM

Lansing Capital City

Tue 11/11

5:30 am-10:20 am

2 stops5h 50m

Des Moines

Sat 11/15

6:17 am-11:02 am

1 stop3h 45m

$412

LansingDes Moines

LAN - DSM

LANDSM

Lansing Capital City

Tue 11/11

7:04 am-4:51 pm

2 stops10h 47m

Des Moines

Sat 11/15

5:00 am-11:26 pm

2 stops17h 26m

$830

LansingDes Moines

LAN - DSM

LANDSM

Lansing Capital City

Wed 11/19

7:04 am-10:59 pm

2 stops16h 55m

Des Moines

Sun 11/23

6:39 am-11:07 pm

2 stops15h 28m

$831

LansingDes Moines

LAN - DSM

LANDSM

Lansing Capital City

Fri 10/31

12:15 pm-9:00 am

2 stops21h 45m

$393

LansingDes Moines

LAN - DSM

LANDSM

Lansing Capital City

Fri 10/31

5:35 am-9:20 am

1 stop4h 45m

$399

LansingDes Moines

LAN - DSM

LANDSM

Lansing Capital City

Fri 10/31

11:40 am-10:51 am

3 stops48h 11m

$670

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Deals found on 10/27

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Lansing to Des Moines in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Lansing-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Lansing-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Lansing-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Lansing-Des Moines flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Lansing-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 Lansing to Des Moines

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lansing to Des Moines (average of $196). Flying from Lansing to Des Moines in January is currently the most expensive (average of $367). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Lansing 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 October 28, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Lansing to Des Moines at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 46% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Lansing to Des Moines. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Airlines like Delta and American Airlines fly from Lansing to Des Moines in about 3h 21m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 50m. Airlines will cover a distance of 472 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lansing to Des Moines (average of $196). Flying from Lansing to Des Moines in January is currently the most expensive (average of $367). 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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