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$317+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona (DSM - KOA)

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DSM — KOA
Aug 26 — Sep 21
Tue 8/26
Tue 9/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Kailua-Kona (KOA). 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 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$596
(Delta)

One-way from

$317
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$770
From Des Moines to Kona Intl
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 21, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
Mon 11/107:00 amDSM - KOA
2 stops16h 10mDelta
Tue 11/188:45 pmKOA - DSM
2 stops16h 54mDelta
Deal found 8/20$596
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 11/118:06 amDSM - KOA
1 stop11h 38mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/199:45 pmKOA - DSM
1 stop12h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/20$633
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 11/105:00 amDSM - KOA
2 stops14h 02mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/189:45 pmKOA - DSM
1 stop12h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/20$639
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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.
Sun 10/54:09 pmDSM - KOA
2 stops32h 14mDelta
Sun 10/129:30 pmKOA - DSM
2 stops30h 50mDelta
Deal found 8/21$677
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 10/15:13 pmDSM - KOA
2 stops23h 37mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/68:00 pmKOA - DSM
1 stop9h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/19$730
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 8/2110:58 amDSM - KOA
2 stops13h 02mDelta
Mon 8/258:41 pmKOA - DSM
2 stops12h 28mDelta
Deal found 8/18$754
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 10/38:16 amDSM - KOA
1 stop11h 09mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/103:29 pmKOA - DSM
1 stop18h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/19$768
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 10/37:00 amDSM - KOA
2 stops15h 35mDelta
Fri 10/108:30 pmKOA - DSM
2 stops19h 33mDelta
Deal found 8/19$773

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona 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 August 21, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona that are best for you.

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Des MoinesKailua-Kona

DSM - KOA

DSMKOA

Des Moines

Mon 11/10

7:00 am-7:10 pm

2 stops16h 10m

Kona Intl

Tue 11/18

8:45 pm-5:39 pm

2 stops16h 54m

$596

Des MoinesKailua-Kona

DSM - KOA

DSMKOA

Des Moines

Tue 11/11

7:00 am-7:10 pm

2 stops16h 10m

Kona Intl

Wed 11/19

8:45 pm-2:08 pm

2 stops13h 23m

$596

Des MoinesKailua-Kona

DSM - KOA

DSMKOA

Des Moines

Tue 11/11

8:06 am-3:44 pm

1 stop11h 38m

Kona Intl

Wed 11/19

9:45 pm-1:49 pm

1 stop12h 04m

$633

Des MoinesKailua-Kona

DSM - KOA

DSMKOA

Des Moines

Mon 11/10

5:00 am-3:02 pm

2 stops14h 02m

Kona Intl

Tue 11/18

9:45 pm-1:49 pm

1 stop12h 04m

$639

Des MoinesKailua-Kona

DSM - KOA

DSMKOA

Des Moines

Sun 10/5

4:09 pm-7:23 pm

2 stops32h 14m

Kona Intl

Sun 10/12

9:30 pm-9:20 am

2 stops30h 50m

$677

Des MoinesKailua-Kona

DSM - KOA

DSMKOA

Des Moines

Wed 10/1

5:13 pm-11:50 am

2 stops23h 37m

Kona Intl

Mon 10/6

8:00 pm-10:42 am

1 stop9h 42m

$730

Des MoinesKailua-Kona

DSM - KOA

DSMKOA

Des Moines

Fri 10/3

8:16 am-2:25 pm

1 stop11h 09m

Kona Intl

Fri 10/10

3:29 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop18h 06m

$768

Des MoinesKailua-Kona

DSM - KOA

DSMKOA

Des Moines

Fri 10/3

7:00 am-5:35 pm

2 stops15h 35m

Kona Intl

Fri 10/10

8:30 pm-9:03 pm

2 stops19h 33m

$773

Des MoinesKailua-Kona

DSM - KOA

DSMKOA

Des Moines

Wed 1/28

5:01 am-3:35 pm

1 stop14h 34m

$317

Des MoinesKailua-Kona

DSM - KOA

DSMKOA

Des Moines

Wed 1/28

7:00 am-6:00 pm

2 stops15h 00m

$322

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona (average of $409). Flying from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona in June is currently the most expensive (average of $624). 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 KOA?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 21, 2025.

When flying from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona, 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 Kailua-Kona

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kailua-Kona. 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 Kailua-Kona. Reviews last updated August 21, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and American Airlines from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,930 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

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
8,930 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,930 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

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
8,930 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

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!

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona?

    There are many flights that can get you from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona in 11h 38m. Fly via Delta or American Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona is about 3908 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Kailua-Kona, with prices starting at $633. Another option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $682 round trip. These flights start at 22% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona 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 Kailua-Kona?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona (average of $409). Flying from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona in June is currently the most expensive (average of $624). 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 Des Moines to Kailua-Kona

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Kailua-Kona. 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 August 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$633Average$731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$682Average$818FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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