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$257+ Cheap flights from Little Rock to Des Moines (LIT - 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 2/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LIT — DSM
Feb 10 — Feb 171
Tue 2/10
Tue 2/17
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Little Rock to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Little Rock (LIT) 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 11, 2026.

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eDreams
3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

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$257
(Southwest)
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Cheapest flights from Little Rock to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Little Rock to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 11, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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.
Tue 2/245:25 amLIT - DSM
1 stop5h 54mDelta
Tue 3/35:24 amDSM - LIT
1 stop5h 52mDelta
Deal found 1/10$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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.
Tue 2/245:25 amLIT - DSM
2 stops10h 15mDelta
Wed 3/44:20 pmDSM - LIT
2 stops7h 16mDelta
Deal found 1/10$268
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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.
Tue 2/245:25 amLIT - DSM
1 stop5h 54mDelta
Mon 3/25:15 pmDSM - LIT
1 stop6h 21mDelta
Deal found 1/10$273
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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.
Thu 2/2612:14 pmLIT - DSM
2 stops8h 35mDelta
Wed 3/45:15 pmDSM - LIT
1 stop6h 21mDelta
Deal found 1/10$278
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/261:35 pmLIT - DSM
2 stops10h 00mSouthwest
Tue 3/36:10 amDSM - LIT
2 stops8h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 1/10$284
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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.
Tue 2/245:25 amLIT - DSM
1 stop5h 54mDelta
Sun 3/15:15 pmDSM - LIT
1 stop6h 21mDelta
Deal found 1/10$292
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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.
Thu 2/2612:14 pmLIT - DSM
2 stops8h 35mDelta
Mon 3/25:15 pmDSM - LIT
1 stop6h 21mDelta
Deal found 1/10$294
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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.
Fri 2/275:25 amLIT - DSM
2 stops11h 32mDelta
Tue 3/35:15 pmDSM - LIT
1 stop6h 21mDelta
Deal found 1/10$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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.
Fri 2/275:25 amLIT - DSM
2 stops11h 32mDelta
Wed 3/44:20 pmDSM - LIT
2 stops7h 16mDelta
Deal found 1/10$303
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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.
Thu 2/2612:14 pmLIT - DSM
2 stops8h 35mDelta
Sun 3/15:15 pmDSM - LIT
1 stop6h 21mDelta
Deal found 1/10$313

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Little Rock 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 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Little Rock to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Little Rock

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Des Moines

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Little RockDes Moines

LIT - DSM

LITDSM

Little Rock

Wed 2/25

5:25 am-11:19 am

1 stop5h 54m

Des Moines

Wed 3/4

12:04 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$257

Little RockDes Moines

LIT - DSM

LITDSM

Little Rock

Tue 2/24

5:25 am-11:19 am

1 stop5h 54m

Des Moines

Wed 3/4

12:04 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$257

Little RockDes Moines

LIT - DSM

LITDSM

Little Rock

Wed 2/25

12:14 pm-8:49 pm

2 stops8h 35m

Des Moines

Tue 3/3

5:24 am-11:16 am

1 stop5h 52m

$262

Little RockDes Moines

LIT - DSM

LITDSM

Little Rock

Tue 2/24

5:25 am-11:19 am

1 stop5h 54m

Des Moines

Tue 3/3

12:25 pm-11:36 pm

2 stops11h 11m

$262

Little RockDes Moines

LIT - DSM

LITDSM

Little Rock

Thu 2/26

6:00 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Des Moines

Tue 3/3

8:35 am-1:45 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$273

Little RockDes Moines

LIT - DSM

LITDSM

Little Rock

Wed 2/25

5:25 am-11:19 am

1 stop5h 54m

Des Moines

Mon 3/2

5:15 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$273

Little RockDes Moines

LIT - DSM

LITDSM

Little Rock

Tue 2/24

5:25 am-11:19 am

1 stop5h 54m

Des Moines

Mon 3/2

5:15 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$273

Little RockDes Moines

LIT - DSM

LITDSM

Little Rock

Thu 2/26

12:14 pm-8:49 pm

2 stops8h 35m

Des Moines

Tue 3/3

12:25 pm-11:36 pm

2 stops11h 11m

$284

Little RockDes Moines

LIT - DSM

LITDSM

Little Rock

Thu 2/26

12:14 pm-8:49 pm

2 stops8h 35m

Des Moines

Wed 3/4

4:20 pm-11:36 pm

2 stops7h 16m

$284

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Compare providers for flights from Little Rock 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 Little Rock to Des Moines in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
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 Little Rock-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Little Rock-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Little Rock-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Little Rock-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 Little Rock-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 Little Rock to Des Moines

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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 January 11, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines from Little Rock to Des Moines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,111 reviews

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Susie,Jan 2026

TPA - CLT

I was sitting at the back of the plane and the flight attendants were so loud, talking to each other and laughing! I thought they were having a party back there.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,111 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,111 reviews

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Susie,Jan 2026

TPA - CLT

I was sitting at the back of the plane and the flight attendants were so loud, talking to each other and laughing! I thought they were having a party back there.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Little Rock to Des Moines?

    There are many flights that can get you from Little Rock to Des Moines in 5h 35m. Fly via Southwest or Delta to get the fastest option. There are 477 mi between Little Rock and Des Moines. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Little Rock to Des Moines round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $236, was found to be the cheapest airline from Little Rock to Des Moines..

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Little Rock 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 Little Rock to Des Moines

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Little Rock 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 11, 2026.
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American AirlinesCheapest$236Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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