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$119+ Cheap flights from Milwaukee to Des Moines (MKE - 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 9/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheap flight deals from Milwaukee to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Milwaukee (MKE) 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 agosto 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$237
(Delta)

One-way from

$119
(American Airlines)
From Milwaukee-Mitchell to Des Moines
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Cheapest flights from Milwaukee to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Milwaukee to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on agosto 17, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
mié. 9/105:30 pmMKE - DSM
1 stop3h 29mDelta
mar. 9/1610:55 amDSM - MKE
1 stop5h 49mDelta
Deal found 8/16$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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.
vie. 9/195:49 pmMKE - DSM
1 stop3h 12mDelta
lun. 9/225:54 pmDSM - MKE
1 stop3h 46mDelta
Deal found 8/15$256
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
lun. 10/138:16 pmMKE - DSM
1 stop3h 07mAmerican Airlines
mar. 10/148:00 amDSM - MKE
1 stop5h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/16$268
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
mié. 9/1010:50 amMKE - DSM
1 stop3h 20mUnited Airlines
mar. 9/161:10 pmDSM - MKE
2 stops10h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/16$302
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
vie. 9/125:00 amMKE - DSM
1 stop5h 39mUnited Airlines
dom. 9/146:25 pmDSM - MKE
1 stop4h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/17$307
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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.
vie. 9/196:00 amMKE - DSM
1 stop6h 14mUnited Airlines
lun. 9/221:10 pmDSM - MKE
2 stops10h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/15$367
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
vie. 9/1211:35 amMKE - DSM
2 stops11h 15mSouthwest
dom. 9/148:30 amDSM - MKE
1 stop8h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 8/17$443
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
lun. 9/17:00 amMKE - DSM
1 stop3h 39mUnited Airlines
vie. 9/51:10 pmDSM - MKE
1 stop4h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/17$447
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
lun. 10/137:15 pmMKE - DSM
2 stops15h 27mUnited Airlines
mar. 10/143:25 pmDSM - MKE
1 stop6h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/16$482
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
sáb. 8/166:21 amMKE - DSM
1 stop6h 18mAmerican Airlines
dom. 8/177:32 amDSM - MKE
1 stop5h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/16$537

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Milwaukee 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 agosto 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Milwaukee to Des Moines that are best for you.

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MilwaukeeDes Moines

MKE - DSM

MKEDSM

Milwaukee-Mitchell

mié. 9/10

5:30 pm-8:59 pm

1 stop3h 29m

Des Moines

mar. 9/16

10:55 am-4:44 pm

1 stop5h 49m

$237

MilwaukeeDes Moines

MKE - DSM

MKEDSM

Milwaukee-Mitchell

vie. 9/19

5:49 pm-9:01 pm

1 stop3h 12m

Des Moines

lun. 9/22

5:54 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop3h 46m

$256

MilwaukeeDes Moines

MKE - DSM

MKEDSM

Milwaukee-Mitchell

lun. 10/13

8:16 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop3h 07m

Des Moines

mar. 10/14

8:00 am-1:48 pm

1 stop5h 48m

$268

MilwaukeeDes Moines

MKE - DSM

MKEDSM

Milwaukee-Mitchell

mié. 9/10

10:50 am-2:10 pm

1 stop3h 20m

Des Moines

mar. 9/16

1:10 pm-11:29 pm

2 stops10h 19m

$302

MilwaukeeDes Moines

MKE - DSM

MKEDSM

Milwaukee-Mitchell

vie. 9/12

5:00 am-10:39 am

1 stop5h 39m

Des Moines

dom. 9/14

6:25 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop4h 16m

$307

MilwaukeeDes Moines

MKE - DSM

MKEDSM

Milwaukee-Mitchell

vie. 9/19

6:00 am-12:14 pm

1 stop6h 14m

Des Moines

lun. 9/22

1:10 pm-11:29 pm

2 stops10h 19m

$367

MilwaukeeDes Moines

MKE - DSM

MKEDSM

Milwaukee-Mitchell

vie. 9/12

11:35 am-10:50 pm

2 stops11h 15m

Des Moines

dom. 9/14

8:30 am-4:45 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$443

MilwaukeeDes Moines

MKE - DSM

MKEDSM

Milwaukee-Mitchell

lun. 9/1

7:00 am-10:39 am

1 stop3h 39m

Des Moines

vie. 9/5

1:10 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$447

MilwaukeeDes Moines

MKE - DSM

MKEDSM

Milwaukee-Mitchell

lun. 10/13

7:15 pm-10:42 am

2 stops15h 27m

Des Moines

mar. 10/14

3:25 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$482

MilwaukeeDes Moines

MKE - DSM

MKEDSM

Milwaukee-Mitchell

mié. 9/10

2:23 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop4h 07m

$119

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Best time to book a flight from Milwaukee to Des Moines

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Milwaukee to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Milwaukee to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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.

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 agosto 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Milwaukee to Des Moines have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,919 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,919 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,919 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,919 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

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

    American Airlines, at $174, was found to be the cheapest airline from Milwaukee to Des Moines. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be United Airlines.

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Milwaukee to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Milwaukee to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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 2 airlines flying from Milwaukee to Des Moines

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Milwaukee 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 agosto 17, 2025.
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American AirlinesCheapest$174Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$270Average$296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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