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$89+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Indianapolis (DSM - IND)

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 8/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — IND
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Des Moines to Indianapolis are usually found in August or January, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Indianapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Indianapolis (IND). 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
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$89
(American Airlines)

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Cheapest in

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Average price

$366
From Des Moines to Indianapolis
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Indianapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Indianapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/133:49 pmDSM - IND
1 stop7h 25mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/147:17 pmIND - DSM
1 stop5h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$177
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/71:55 pmDSM - IND
1 stop9h 20mSouthwest
Thu 8/145:15 pmIND - DSM
2 stops6h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 7/2$188
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/119:39 amDSM - IND
1 stop12h 29mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/147:50 pmIND - DSM
2 stops22h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$248
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.
Fri 8/155:25 pmDSM - IND
1 stop4h 59mDelta
Fri 8/226:30 amIND - DSM
1 stop4h 07mDelta
Deal found 7/1$263
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/178:30 amDSM - IND
1 stop12h 53mAllegiant Air
Mon 7/219:40 amIND - DSM
1 stop7h 34mAllegiant Air
Deal found 7/2$281
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/236:24 amDSM - IND
1 stop5h 43mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/299:22 amIND - DSM
1 stop6h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/2$289
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/48:38 pmDSM - IND
1 stop27h 05mFrontier
Mon 7/76:00 amIND - DSM
1 stop13h 48mFrontier
Deal found 7/2$341

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Indianapolis 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 July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Indianapolis that are best for you.

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DSM - IND

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Des Moines

Wed 8/13

3:49 pm-9:57 pm

1 stop5h 08m

Indianapolis

Wed 8/20

11:05 am-3:01 pm

1 stop4h 56m

$177

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DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Thu 8/7

1:55 pm-12:15 am

1 stop9h 20m

Indianapolis

Thu 8/14

5:15 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops6h 35m

$188

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DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Mon 8/11

9:39 am-11:08 pm

1 stop12h 29m

Indianapolis

Thu 8/14

7:50 pm-5:48 pm

2 stops22h 58m

$248

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DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Fri 8/15

5:25 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop4h 59m

Indianapolis

Fri 8/22

6:30 am-9:37 am

1 stop4h 07m

$263

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DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Thu 7/17

8:30 am-10:23 pm

1 stop12h 53m

Indianapolis

Mon 7/21

9:40 am-4:14 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$281

Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Wed 7/23

6:24 am-1:07 pm

1 stop5h 43m

Indianapolis

Tue 7/29

9:22 am-2:41 pm

1 stop6h 19m

$289

Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Tue 8/5

6:09 pm-12:26 am

1 stop5h 17m

$89

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DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Tue 8/5

8:25 am-5:10 pm

2 stops7h 45m

$94

Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Fri 7/18

9:30 am-9:57 pm

1 stop11h 27m

$137

Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Fri 7/18

9:30 am-11:03 pm

1 stop12h 33m

$150

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Indianapolis

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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Indianapolis?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Indianapolis. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Des Moines to Indianapolis may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 53 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Indianapolis (average of $297). Flying from Des Moines to Indianapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $360). 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 DSM to IND?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Indianapolis. 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.

When flying from Des Moines to Indianapolis, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing Indianapolis

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Indianapolis. 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 Indianapolis. Reviews last updated July 3, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Des Moines to Indianapolis by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
708 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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 Des Moines to Indianapolis. 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 Des Moines to Indianapolis round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Des Moines to Indianapolis is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $177 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and Delta, starting at $188 and $263 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Indianapolis for 48% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Indianapolis one-way?

    $89 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Southwest and Delta, with prices starting from $94 and $132, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Indianapolis (average of $297). Flying from Des Moines to Indianapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $360). 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 Des Moines to Indianapolis

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Indianapolis. 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
United AirlinesCheapest$226Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$226Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$244Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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