$280+ 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 10/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ILM — DSM
Sep 18 — Sep 251
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Wilmington to Des MoinesExplore 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 August 19, 2026.
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 August 19, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/24:37 pm -
1 stop6h 36m
Sun 10/113:54 pm -
1 stop27h 04m
Deal found 8/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$280
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/304:37 pm -
1 stop6h 31m
Sun 11/16:37 pm -
1 stop24h 21m
Deal found 8/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$281
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/24:37 pm -
1 stop6h 36m
Thu 10/85:42 pm -
1 stop25h 16m
Deal found 8/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$293
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/24:37 pm -
1 stop6h 36m
Mon 10/126:25 am -
2 stops27h 16m
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$306
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 10/36:30 am -
1 stop5h 16m
Tue 10/65:35 am -
1 stop7h 04m
Deal found 8/18![Delta logo]()
$321
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/64:16 pm -
2 stops40h 22m
Sun 10/113:54 pm -
1 stop27h 04m
Deal found 8/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$357
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/24:37 pm -
1 stop6h 36m
Fri 10/93:04 pm -
2 stops51h 22m
Deal found 8/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$395
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 10/15:50 pm -
1 stop5h 36m
Tue 10/65:35 am -
1 stop7h 04m
Deal found 8/18![Delta logo]()
$397
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/24:37 pm -
1 stop6h 36m
Wed 10/72:42 pm -
2 stops29h 25m
Deal found 8/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$408
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.
Thu 9/107:38 pm -
1 stop5h 03m
Sun 9/135:57 pm -
1 stop5h 02m
Deal found 8/16![American Airlines logo]()
$409
Best flights from Wilmington to Des MoinesDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Wilmington to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 19, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Wilmington to Des Moines that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 19, 2026.
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.
Thu 9/107:38 pm -
1 stop5h 03m
Sun 9/135:57 pm -
1 stop5h 02m
Deal found 8/16![American Airlines logo]()
$409
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.
Fri 9/186:14 pm -
1 stop17h 22m
Sun 9/205:45 am -
2 stops8h 56m
Deal found 8/15![United Airlines logo]()
$549
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/187:38 pm -
1 stop5h 03m
Sun 9/205:57 pm -
1 stop5h 02m
Deal found 8/15![American Airlines logo]()
$473
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.
Thu 10/296:00 am -
2 stops15h 36m
Sun 11/16:05 am -
2 stops16h 39m
Deal found 8/17![United Airlines logo]()
$573
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.
Fri 10/306:00 am -
2 stops12h 28m
Sun 11/16:05 am -
2 stops16h 39m
Deal found 8/17![United Airlines logo]()
$657
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.
Thu 9/106:14 pm -
2 stops29h 16m
Sun 9/135:45 am -
2 stops8h 56m
Deal found 8/16![United Airlines logo]()
$669
Last-minute flights from Wilmington to Des MoinesDiscover last-minute flight deals from Wilmington to Des Moines. Data last updated August 19, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Wilmington to Des Moines. Data last updated August 19, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/14:44 pm -
1 stop5h 39m
Mon 9/78:00 am -
1 stop6h 18m
Deal found 8/18![United Airlines logo]()
$459
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/14:53 pm -
1 stop7h 32m
Mon 9/76:00 am -
1 stop4h 41m
Deal found 8/15![American Airlines logo]()
$465
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Thu 9/34:44 pm -
1 stop5h 39m
Sun 9/68:00 am -
1 stop6h 37m
Deal found 8/18![United Airlines logo]()
$518
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.
Thu 9/107:38 pm -
1 stop5h 03m
Sun 9/135:57 pm -
1 stop5h 02m
Deal found 8/16![American Airlines logo]()
$409
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/187:38 pm -
1 stop5h 03m
Sun 9/205:57 pm -
1 stop5h 02m
Deal found 8/15![American Airlines logo]()
$473
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/186:14 pm -
1 stop17h 22m
Sun 9/205:45 am -
2 stops8h 56m
Deal found 8/18![United Airlines logo]()
$549
Find flight deals from Wilmington to Des Moines
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 August 19, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $280 (Kiwi.com) |
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WilmingtonDes Moines
ILM Wilmington New Hanover County - DSM Des Moines
ILMDSM
Wilmington New Hanover County
Thu 9/10
7:38 pm-11:41 pm
1 stop5h 03m
Des Moines
Sun 9/13
5:57 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop5h 02m
$409
WilmingtonDes Moines
ILM Wilmington New Hanover County - DSM Des Moines
ILMDSM
Wilmington New Hanover County
Fri 9/18
7:38 pm-11:41 pm
1 stop5h 03m
Des Moines
Sun 9/20
5:57 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop5h 02m
$473
WilmingtonDes Moines
ILM Wilmington New Hanover County - DSM Des Moines
ILMDSM
Wilmington New Hanover County
Fri 9/18
6:14 pm-10:36 am
1 stop17h 22m
Des Moines
Sun 9/20
5:45 am-3:41 pm
2 stops8h 56m
$549
WilmingtonDes Moines
ILM Wilmington New Hanover County - DSM Des Moines
ILMDSM
Wilmington New Hanover County
Thu 10/29
6:00 am-8:36 pm
2 stops15h 36m
Des Moines
Sun 11/1
6:05 am-11:44 pm
2 stops16h 39m
$573
WilmingtonDes Moines
ILM Wilmington New Hanover County - DSM Des Moines
ILMDSM
Wilmington New Hanover County
Fri 10/30
6:00 am-5:28 pm
2 stops12h 28m
Des Moines
Sun 11/1
6:05 am-11:44 pm
2 stops16h 39m
$657
WilmingtonDes Moines
ILM Wilmington New Hanover County - DSM Des Moines
ILMDSM
Wilmington New Hanover County
Thu 9/10
6:14 pm-10:30 pm
2 stops29h 16m
Des Moines
Sun 9/13
5:45 am-3:41 pm
2 stops8h 56m
$669
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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 August.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Wilmington-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Wilmington-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 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 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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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 August 19, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown 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.
Overall
7.1
Entertainment
6.8
Comfort
7.2
Crew
7.9
Food
6.4
Boarding
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreSusie,Jan 2026
CLT - TPA
Overall
7.1
Entertainment
6.8
Comfort
7.2
Crew
7.9
Food
6.4
Boarding
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreSusie,Jan 2026
CLT - TPA
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$295 | Average$388 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |