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$359+ Cheap flights from Wilmington to Des Moines (ILM - 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 1/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ILM — DSM
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Wilmington to Des Moines

Cheapest flights from Wilmington to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wilmington to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/205:30 pmILM - DSM
1 stop7h 05mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/231:18 pmDSM - ILM
2 stops9h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$388
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Mon 12/226:41 amILM - DSM
1 stop7h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/286:26 pmDSM - ILM
1 stop4h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$632
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Wed 12/246:00 amILM - DSM
2 stops9h 33mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/245:06 pmDSM - ILM
2 stops29h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,102

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wilmington (ILM) 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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$433
(United Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$323
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($48 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wilmington to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Wilmington

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Des Moines

Route

Depart

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Price

WilmingtonDes Moines

ILM - DSM

ILMDSM

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 1/22

6:00 am-2:33 pm

2 stops9h 33m

Des Moines

Mon 1/26

8:10 am-11:57 pm

2 stops14h 47m

$359

WilmingtonDes Moines

ILM - DSM

ILMDSM

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 12/22

6:41 am-1:21 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Des Moines

Sun 12/28

6:26 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop4h 16m

$632

WilmingtonDes Moines

ILM - DSM

ILMDSM

Wilmington New Hanover County

Wed 12/24

6:00 am-2:33 pm

2 stops9h 33m

Des Moines

Wed 12/24

5:06 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops29h 38m

$1,102

WilmingtonDes Moines

ILM - DSM

ILMDSM

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 2/14

4:27 pm-2:27 pm

2 stops23h 00m

Des Moines

Mon 2/16

6:49 pm-11:57 pm

2 stops28h 08m

$1,252

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Deals found on 12/11

Compare providers for flights from Wilmington 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 Wilmington to Des Moines in December.
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 Wilmington-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Wilmington-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Wilmington-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Wilmington-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 Wilmington-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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Everything you need to know about your flight from Wilmington to Des Moines

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Des Moines (average of $238). Flying from Wilmington to Des Moines in November is currently the most expensive (average of $436). 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 ILM to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Wilmington 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 December 12, 2025.

When flying from Wilmington 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 54% versus 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 December 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta and American Airlines from Wilmington 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Wilmington to Des Moines?

    Departing from Wilmington to Des Moines will take you 5h 13m. The distance from Wilmington to Des Moines is about 992 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Delta, at $238, was found to be the cheapest airline from Wilmington to Des Moines. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be American Airlines. Users have found that Delta is 31% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Des Moines (average of $238). Flying from Wilmington to Des Moines in November is currently the most expensive (average of $436). 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 Wilmington to Des Moines

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Wilmington 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$238Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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