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$257+ Cheap flights from Lansing to Des Moines (LAN - 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 12/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAN — DSM
ene. 11 — ene. 181
dom. 1/11
dom. 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
mié. 1/76:30 amLAN - DSM
1 stop5h 54mDelta
mié. 1/1412:04 pmDSM - LAN
1 stop4h 26mDelta
Deal found 12/10$327

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Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$327
(Delta)

One-way from

$257
(Kiwi.com)
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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

mié. 1/7

6:30 am-11:24 am

1 stop5h 54m

Des Moines

mié. 1/14

12:04 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop4h 26m

$327

LansingDes Moines

LAN - DSM

LANDSM

Lansing Capital City

mié. 12/17

12:07 pm-10:36 pm

2 stops35h 29m

$257

LansingDes Moines

LAN - DSM

LANDSM

Lansing Capital City

mié. 12/17

6:19 pm-8:46 pm

1 stop3h 27m

$409

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Deals found on 12/11

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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 December.
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.

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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 $339). 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 diciembre 12, 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.

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

    Airlines like Delta fly from Lansing to Des Moines in about 5h 54m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 472 mi.

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

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  • 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 $339). 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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