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$317+ 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 2/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAN — DSM
Feb 26 — Mar 51
Thu 2/26
Thu 3/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Lansing to Des Moines

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 January 27, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/266:22 am
LAN
-
DSM
1 stop3h 39m
American Airlines
Wed 3/410:04 am
DSM
-
LAN
1 stop4h 39m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/26$317
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/135:29 am
LAN
-
DSM
1 stop5h 07m
Delta
Tue 2/1712:25 pm
DSM
-
LAN
1 stop4h 02m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$377
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/115:25 am
LAN
-
DSM
1 stop5h 16m
Delta
Sun 2/156:19 am
DSM
-
LAN
1 stop3h 47m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$407
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/3012:34 pm
LAN
-
DSM
1 stop4h 50m
American Airlines
Sun 2/15:01 pm
DSM
-
LAN
1 stop5h 09m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/24$527
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Tue 1/275:25 am
LAN
-
DSM
1 stop5h 16m
Delta
Wed 1/286:24 am
DSM
-
LAN
1 stop3h 44m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$815

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

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(American Airlines)
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Lansing 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 January 27, 2026.
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

Thu 2/26

6:22 am-9:01 am

1 stop3h 39m

Des Moines

Wed 3/4

10:04 am-3:43 pm

1 stop4h 39m

$317

LansingDes Moines

LAN - DSM

LANDSM

Lansing Capital City

Fri 2/13

5:29 am-9:36 am

1 stop5h 07m

Des Moines

Tue 2/17

6:19 am-11:06 am

1 stop3h 47m

$377

LansingDes Moines

LAN - DSM

LANDSM

Lansing Capital City

Wed 2/11

5:25 am-9:41 am

1 stop5h 16m

Des Moines

Sun 2/15

6:19 am-11:06 am

1 stop3h 47m

$407

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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 January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Lansing-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 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 Lansing-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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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 December is currently the most expensive (average of $309). 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.

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 American Airlines and Delta fly from Lansing to Des Moines in about 3h 39m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 28m. 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 December is currently the most expensive (average of $309). 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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