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$259+ 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 5/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAN — DSM
May 30 — Jun 61
Sat 5/30
Sat 6/6
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 April 30, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/286:13 pm
LAN
-
DSM
1 stop3h 23m
Delta
Thu 6/46:15 am
DSM
-
LAN
1 stop3h 36m
Delta
Deal found 4/28$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Fri 5/295:34 am
LAN
-
DSM
2 stops5h 42m
Delta
Mon 6/16:15 am
DSM
-
LAN
1 stop3h 36m
Delta
Deal found 4/27$294
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 5/126:13 pm
LAN
-
DSM
1 stop3h 23m
Delta
Sat 5/1612:29 pm
DSM
-
LAN
1 stop4h 04m
Delta
Deal found 4/27$319
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/285:46 am
LAN
-
DSM
2 stops13h 35m
American Airlines
Thu 6/46:55 am
DSM
-
LAN
2 stops16h 17m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/28$636
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Thu 5/283:49 pm
LAN
-
DSM
1 stop3h 47m
American Airlines
Sun 5/318:43 am
DSM
-
LAN
1 stop5h 36m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/27$715
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Thu 4/305:30 am
LAN
-
DSM
1 stop5h 24m
Delta
Thu 4/305:45 pm
DSM
-
LAN
1 stop4h 54m
Delta
Deal found 4/27$948

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$289
(Delta)

One-way from

$259
(Delta)
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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 April 30, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Lansing to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

LansingDes Moines

LAN - DSM

LANDSM

Lansing Capital City

Fri 5/29

6:13 pm-8:36 pm

1 stop3h 23m

Des Moines

Mon 6/1

6:15 am-10:51 am

1 stop3h 36m

$289

LansingDes Moines

LAN - DSM

LANDSM

Lansing Capital City

Thu 5/28

6:13 pm-8:36 pm

1 stop3h 23m

Des Moines

Thu 6/4

6:15 am-10:51 am

1 stop3h 36m

$289

LansingDes Moines

LAN - DSM

LANDSM

Lansing Capital City

Thu 5/28

6:13 pm-8:36 pm

1 stop3h 23m

Des Moines

Mon 6/1

6:15 am-10:51 am

1 stop3h 36m

$289

LansingDes Moines

LAN - DSM

LANDSM

Lansing Capital City

Tue 5/12

6:13 pm-8:36 pm

1 stop3h 23m

Des Moines

Sat 5/16

12:29 pm-5:33 pm

1 stop4h 04m

$319
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

LansingDes Moines

LAN - DSM

LANDSM

Lansing Capital City

Fri 5/29

5:34 am-9:46 am

1 stop5h 12m

$259

LansingDes Moines

LAN - DSM

LANDSM

Lansing Capital City

Thu 5/28

5:34 am-12:24 pm

2 stops7h 50m

$264

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Deals found on 4/29

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Compare providers for flights from Lansing to Des Moines

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
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 April.
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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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 April 30, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta from Lansing to Des Moines to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,464 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,464 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,464 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

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 fly from Lansing to Des Moines in about 3h 23m. 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?

    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.

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Top airline flying from Lansing to Des Moines

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DeltaCheapest$248Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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