$319+ Cheap flights from Lexington to Des Moines (LEX - 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 10/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LEX — DSM
Oct 12 — Oct 191
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Lexington to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 12, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/176:00 am -
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Deal found 9/9![Delta logo]()
$319
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/178:10 am -
1 stop7h 15m
Tue 10/205:35 am -
1 stop5h 23m
Deal found 9/8![Delta logo]()
$339
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/245:23 am -
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Mon 9/285:57 pm -
1 stop4h 49m
Deal found 9/9![American Airlines logo]()
$349
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/166:00 am -
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Sun 10/186:54 pm -
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Deal found 9/9![Delta logo]()
$369
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1610:10 am -
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Mon 10/196:54 pm -
1 stop4h 04m
Deal found 9/8![Delta logo]()
$389
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 9/2610:39 am -
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Mon 9/285:45 am -
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Deal found 9/10![Delta logo]()
$394
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/57:00 am -
1 stop6h 39m
Wed 12/93:22 pm -
1 stop6h 10m
Deal found 9/9![United Airlines logo]()
$399
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/175:00 am -
2 stops9h 30m
Tue 10/201:14 pm -
1 stop6h 38m
Deal found 9/9![American Airlines logo]()
$404
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/266:01 pm -
1 stop7h 03m
Sat 10/35:57 pm -
1 stop4h 49m
Deal found 9/10![American Airlines logo]()
$417
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/149:00 am -
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Deal found 9/11![United Airlines logo]()
$419
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/245:23 am -
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Sat 9/268:03 am -
1 stop4h 45m
Deal found 9/10![American Airlines logo]()
$429
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Sat 9/263:10 pm -
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Wed 9/305:56 pm -
1 stop4h 50m
Deal found 9/11![American Airlines logo]()
$442
Best flights from Lexington to Des MoinesDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Lexington to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 12, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Lexington to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 12, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/176:00 am -
1 stop5h 42m
Sun 10/186:54 pm -
1 stop4h 04m
Deal found 9/9![Delta logo]()
$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/57:00 am -
1 stop6h 39m
Wed 12/93:22 pm -
1 stop6h 10m
Deal found 9/8![United Airlines logo]()
$399
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/178:10 am -
1 stop7h 15m
Tue 10/203:03 pm -
1 stop6h 50m
Deal found 9/9![Delta logo]()
$319
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/175:59 pm -
1 stop5h 34m
Mon 10/196:54 pm -
1 stop4h 04m
Deal found 9/8![Delta logo]()
$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/149:00 am -
1 stop8h 07m
Wed 11/188:00 am -
1 stop4h 13m
Deal found 9/10![United Airlines logo]()
$399
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/166:00 am -
1 stop5h 42m
Sun 10/186:54 pm -
1 stop4h 04m
Deal found 9/9![Delta logo]()
$369
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1610:10 am -
1 stop5h 23m
Mon 10/196:54 pm -
1 stop4h 04m
Deal found 9/8![Delta logo]()
$389
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 9/2610:39 am -
1 stop7h 10m
Sun 9/275:45 am -
1 stop4h 48m
Deal found 9/10![Delta logo]()
$394
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 9/2610:39 am -
1 stop7h 10m
Mon 9/285:45 am -
1 stop4h 59m
Deal found 9/10![Delta logo]()
$394
Last-minute flights from Lexington to Des MoinesDiscover last-minute flight deals from Lexington to Des Moines. Data last updated September 12, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Lexington to Des Moines. Data last updated September 12, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/165:57 pm -
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Deal found 9/12![United Airlines logo]()
$444
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 9/166:00 am -
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1 stop6h 20m
Deal found 9/12![American Airlines logo]()
$449
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/245:23 am -
1 stop4h 16m
Mon 9/285:57 pm -
1 stop4h 49m
Deal found 9/9![American Airlines logo]()
$349
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/245:23 am -
1 stop4h 16m
Sat 9/268:03 am -
1 stop4h 45m
Deal found 9/10![American Airlines logo]()
$429
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 9/2610:39 am -
1 stop7h 10m
Mon 9/285:45 am -
1 stop4h 59m
Deal found 9/10![Delta logo]()
$394
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/266:01 pm -
1 stop7h 03m
Sat 10/35:57 pm -
1 stop4h 49m
Deal found 9/10![American Airlines logo]()
$417
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Sat 9/263:10 pm -
2 stops9h 54m
Wed 9/305:56 pm -
1 stop4h 50m
Deal found 9/11![American Airlines logo]()
$442
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/166:00 am -
1 stop5h 42m
Sun 10/186:54 pm -
1 stop4h 04m
Deal found 9/9![Delta logo]()
$369
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1610:10 am -
1 stop5h 23m
Mon 10/196:54 pm -
1 stop4h 04m
Deal found 9/8![Delta logo]()
$389
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/176:00 am -
1 stop5h 42m
Sun 10/186:54 pm -
1 stop4h 04m
Deal found 9/9![Delta logo]()
$319
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/178:10 am -
1 stop7h 15m
Tue 10/205:35 am -
1 stop5h 23m
Deal found 9/8![Delta logo]()
$339
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/175:00 am -
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1 stop6h 38m
Deal found 9/9![American Airlines logo]()
$404
Find flight deals from Lexington to Des Moines
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lexington (LEX) 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 September 12, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $319 (Delta) |
Popular in | August |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $408 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Lexington 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Lexington to Des Moines that are best for you.
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Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
LexingtonDes Moines
LEX Lexington Blue Grass - DSM Des Moines
LEXDSM
Lexington Blue Grass
Sat 10/17
6:00 am-10:42 am
1 stop5h 42m
Des Moines
Sun 10/18
6:54 pm-11:58 pm
1 stop4h 04m
$319
LexingtonDes Moines
LEX Lexington Blue Grass - DSM Des Moines
LEXDSM
Lexington Blue Grass
Sat 10/17
8:10 am-2:25 pm
1 stop7h 15m
Des Moines
Tue 10/20
3:03 pm-10:53 pm
1 stop6h 50m
$319
LexingtonDes Moines
LEX Lexington Blue Grass - DSM Des Moines
LEXDSM
Lexington Blue Grass
Sat 10/17
5:59 pm-10:33 pm
1 stop5h 34m
Des Moines
Mon 10/19
6:54 pm-11:58 pm
1 stop4h 04m
$339
LexingtonDes Moines
LEX Lexington Blue Grass - DSM Des Moines
LEXDSM
Lexington Blue Grass
Fri 10/16
6:00 am-10:42 am
1 stop5h 42m
Des Moines
Sun 10/18
6:54 pm-11:58 pm
1 stop4h 04m
$369
Quickest round-trip
LexingtonDes Moines
LEX Lexington Blue Grass - DSM Des Moines
LEXDSM
Lexington Blue Grass
Fri 10/16
10:10 am-2:33 pm
1 stop5h 23m
Des Moines
Mon 10/19
6:54 pm-11:58 pm
1 stop4h 04m
$389
LexingtonDes Moines
LEX Lexington Blue Grass - DSM Des Moines
LEXDSM
Lexington Blue Grass
Sat 9/26
10:39 am-4:49 pm
1 stop7h 10m
Des Moines
Sun 9/27
5:45 am-11:33 am
1 stop4h 48m
$394
LexingtonDes Moines
LEX Lexington Blue Grass - DSM Des Moines
LEXDSM
Lexington Blue Grass
Sat 9/26
10:39 am-4:49 pm
1 stop7h 10m
Des Moines
Mon 9/28
5:45 am-11:44 am
1 stop4h 59m
$394
LexingtonDes Moines
LEX Lexington Blue Grass - DSM Des Moines
LEXDSM
Lexington Blue Grass
Sat 12/5
7:00 am-12:39 pm
1 stop6h 39m
Des Moines
Wed 12/9
3:22 pm-10:32 pm
1 stop6h 10m
$399
LexingtonDes Moines
LEX Lexington Blue Grass - DSM Des Moines
LEXDSM
Lexington Blue Grass
Sat 11/14
9:00 am-4:07 pm
1 stop8h 07m
Des Moines
Wed 11/18
8:00 am-1:13 pm
1 stop4h 13m
$399
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Lexington to Des Moines in September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Lexington-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Lexington-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Lexington-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Lexington-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 Lexington-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 September 12, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Lexington to Des Moines, such as United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
7.3
Crew
8.1
Boarding
7.7
Entertainment
7.1
Food
6.7
Overall
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayChris,Aug 2026
MIA - ORD
Comfort
7.3
Crew
8.1
Boarding
7.7
Entertainment
7.1
Food
6.7
Overall
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayChris,Aug 2026
MIA - ORD
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$246 | Average$289 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |