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$89+ Cheap flights from Louisville to Des Moines (SDF - 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 8/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SDF — DSM
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Louisville to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Louisville (SDF) 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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$177
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$89
(American Airlines)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$346
From Louisville Intl to Des Moines
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Cheapest flights from Louisville to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Louisville to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Tue 8/58:40 amSDF - DSM
1 stop7h 01mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/1211:25 amDSM - SDF
1 stop4h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/3$177
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 7/246:20 pmSDF - DSM
1 stop6h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/275:00 amDSM - SDF
1 stop7h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$327
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Wed 7/163:45 pmSDF - DSM
1 stop7h 29mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/206:32 pmDSM - SDF
3 stops23h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$361
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Wed 7/165:53 pmSDF - DSM
1 stop5h 40mDelta
Sun 7/207:00 amDSM - SDF
1 stop4h 01mDelta
Deal found 7/1$367
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Fri 7/183:55 pmSDF - DSM
2 stops8h 55mSouthwest
Sun 7/207:00 amDSM - SDF
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 7/1$404

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Louisville to Des Moines that are best for you.

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LouisvilleDes Moines

SDF - DSM

SDFDSM

Louisville Intl

Tue 8/5

8:40 am-2:41 pm

1 stop7h 01m

Des Moines

Tue 8/12

11:25 am-4:51 pm

1 stop4h 26m

$177

LouisvilleDes Moines

SDF - DSM

SDFDSM

Louisville Intl

Thu 7/24

6:20 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Des Moines

Sun 7/27

5:00 am-1:33 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$327

LouisvilleDes Moines

SDF - DSM

SDFDSM

Louisville Intl

Wed 7/16

3:45 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop7h 29m

Des Moines

Sun 7/20

6:32 pm-7:08 pm

3 stops23h 36m

$361

LouisvilleDes Moines

SDF - DSM

SDFDSM

Louisville Intl

Wed 7/16

5:53 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Des Moines

Sun 7/20

7:00 am-12:01 pm

1 stop4h 01m

$367

LouisvilleDes Moines

SDF - DSM

SDFDSM

Louisville Intl

Fri 7/18

3:55 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops8h 55m

Des Moines

Sun 7/20

7:00 am-2:55 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$404

LouisvilleDes Moines

SDF - DSM

SDFDSM

Louisville Intl

Mon 8/25

1:03 pm-4:48 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$89

LouisvilleDes Moines

SDF - DSM

SDFDSM

Louisville Intl

Mon 8/25

12:55 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops10h 55m

$94

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Deals found on 7/2

Best time to book a flight from Louisville to Des Moines

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Louisville to Des Moines

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Louisville to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 SDF to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Louisville 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 July 3, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Louisville to Des Moines in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 17% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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 July 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Louisville to Des Moines, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Louisville 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 Louisville to Des Moines round-trip?

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Des Moines, with prices starting at $177. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $327 and $367, respectively. United Airlines is 49% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Louisville to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 3 airlines flying from Louisville to Des Moines

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Louisville 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$105Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$241Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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