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$249+ 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 2/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LEX — DSM
Jan 20 — Jan 271
Mon 1/20
Mon 1/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 January 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$249
(United Airlines)

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Average price

$435
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Cheapest flights from Lexington to Des Moines
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 January 15, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Fri 2/75:50 pmLEX - DSM
1 stop5h 02mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/93:28 pmDSM - LEX
1 stop6h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/14$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 8/165:50 pmLEX - DSM
1 stop3h 52mDelta
Mon 8/186:30 pmDSM - LEX
1 stop4h 26mDelta
Deal found 1/14$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 8/164:09 pmLEX - DSM
2 stops6h 32mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/184:12 pmDSM - LEX
1 stop6h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/14$284
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/151:35 pmLEX - DSM
1 stop7h 43mAllegiant Air
Fri 5/167:30 amDSM - LEX
1 stop6h 26mAllegiant Air
Deal found 1/14$422

Find flights from Lexington to Des Moines within your budget

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 15, 2025.

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LexingtonDes Moines

LEX - DSM

LEXDSM

Lexington Blue Grass

Fri 2/7

5:50 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop5h 02m

Des Moines

Sun 2/9

3:28 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop6h 01m

$249

LexingtonDes Moines

LEX - DSM

LEXDSM

Lexington Blue Grass

Fri 2/7

6:50 am-11:35 am

1 stop5h 45m

Des Moines

Sun 2/9

12:15 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops10h 43m

$314

LexingtonDes Moines

LEX - DSM

LEXDSM

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 2/8

12:04 pm-5:12 pm

1 stop6h 08m

Des Moines

Fri 2/14

10:32 am-5:10 pm

1 stop5h 38m

$319

LexingtonDes Moines

LEX - DSM

LEXDSM

Lexington Blue Grass

Thu 5/15

1:35 pm-8:18 pm

1 stop7h 43m

Des Moines

Fri 5/16

7:30 am-2:56 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$422

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Compare providers for flights from Lexington 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 Lexington to Des Moines in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 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 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.

Best time to book a flight from Lexington to Des Moines

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Travel insights for flights from Lexington to Des Moines

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Lexington to Des Moines including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lexington to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Lexington to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 LEX to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Lexington 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 January 15, 2025.

When flying from Lexington to Des Moines, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 10% versus a flight at noon.

Rainfall in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Des Moines ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Des Moines when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

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 January 15, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Lexington 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
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,963 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Allegiant Air
7.4
Good
801 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Lexington to Des Moines round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Lexington to Des Moines round-trip from $249. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $314, and Delta, from $319. United Airlines is 26% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lexington to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Lexington to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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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Top airline flying from Lexington to Des Moines

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Lexington to Des Moines. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 15, 2025.
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American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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