$160+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Kansas City (DSM - MCI)
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 10/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MCI
Sep 30 — Oct 71
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Kansas CityExplore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Kansas City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 31, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Kansas City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 31, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Mon 10/58:30 pm -
1 stop23h 07m
Thu 10/88:43 pm -
1 stop22h 47m
Deal found 8/28![Frontier logo]()
$337
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Thu 9/2411:29 am -
1 stop8h 08m
Thu 10/18:32 pm -
1 stop23h 01m
Deal found 8/27![Frontier logo]()
$343
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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.
Tue 9/296:10 am -
1 stop5h 55m
Tue 10/61:20 pm -
1 stop7h 20m
Deal found 8/30![Southwest logo]()
$357
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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.
Sat 9/265:30 am -
1 stop3h 45m
Sat 10/37:10 am -
1 stop6h 30m
Deal found 8/29![Southwest logo]()
$377
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 9/243:50 pm -
2 stops7h 30m
Thu 10/112:05 pm -
2 stops11h 05m
Deal found 8/27![Southwest logo]()
$387
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Mon 12/71:23 pm -
1 stop23h 29m
Thu 12/106:00 am -
1 stop17h 15m
Deal found 8/27![United Airlines logo]()
$613
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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.
Fri 9/112:25 pm -
1 stop7h 05m
Sat 9/1212:40 pm -
1 stop6h 50m
Deal found 8/31![Southwest logo]()
$647
Best flights from Des Moines to Kansas CityDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Kansas City that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 31, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Kansas City that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 31, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Tue 10/65:35 am -
2 stops8h 55m
Wed 10/79:20 am -
1 stop5h 00m
Deal found 8/27![Southwest logo]()
$362
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Mon 12/71:23 pm -
1 stop23h 29m
Thu 12/106:00 am -
1 stop17h 15m
Deal found 8/27![United Airlines logo]()
$613
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Fri 11/136:40 am -
2 stops9h 10m
Sun 11/155:35 am -
1 stop5h 55m
Deal found 8/27![Southwest logo]()
$362
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Mon 10/54:30 pm -
2 stops7h 25m
Thu 10/81:50 pm -
2 stops9h 25m
Deal found 8/28![Southwest logo]()
$367
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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.
Sat 9/267:20 am -
2 stops8h 00m
Sat 10/310:30 am -
2 stops10h 15m
Deal found 8/29![Southwest logo]()
$387
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 10/141:27 pm -
1 stop10h 17m
Wed 10/219:00 am -
1 stop12h 01m
Deal found 8/30![United Airlines logo]()
$723
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 10/139:15 am -
1 stop14h 29m
Tue 10/206:00 am -
1 stop10h 20m
Deal found 8/29![United Airlines logo]()
$723
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to Kansas CityDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Kansas City. Data last updated August 31, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Kansas City. Data last updated August 31, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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.
Wed 9/26:40 pm -
1 stop4h 30m
Wed 9/98:25 am -
1 stop3h 25m
Deal found 8/30![Southwest logo]()
$732
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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.
Fri 9/112:25 pm -
1 stop7h 05m
Sat 9/1212:40 pm -
1 stop6h 50m
Deal found 8/31![Southwest logo]()
$647
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Thu 9/2411:29 am -
1 stop8h 08m
Thu 10/18:32 pm -
1 stop23h 01m
Deal found 8/27![Frontier logo]()
$343
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 9/243:50 pm -
2 stops7h 30m
Thu 10/112:05 pm -
2 stops11h 05m
Deal found 8/27![Southwest logo]()
$387
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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.
Sat 9/265:30 am -
1 stop3h 45m
Sat 10/37:10 am -
1 stop6h 30m
Deal found 8/29![Southwest logo]()
$377
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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.
Tue 9/296:10 am -
1 stop5h 55m
Tue 10/61:20 pm -
1 stop7h 20m
Deal found 8/30![Southwest logo]()
$357
One-way flights from Des Moines to Kansas CitySearch for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Kansas City. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 31, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Kansas City. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 31, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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.
Thu 10/225:52 pm -
1 stop16h 14m
Deal found 8/29![Allegiant Air logo]()
$160
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 12/106:00 am -
1 stop5h 35m
Deal found 8/29![Southwest logo]()
$179
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 10/225:10 am -
2 stops9h 45m
Deal found 8/31![Southwest logo]()
$184
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Fri 9/113:50 pm -
1 stop6h 20m
Deal found 8/28![Southwest logo]()
$231
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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.
Sat 11/285:20 am -
1 stop10h 25m
Deal found 8/30![Southwest logo]()
$244
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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.
Thu 10/228:43 am -
3 stops25h 23m
Deal found 8/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$281
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 9/119:31 pm -
3 stops22h 06m
Deal found 8/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$367
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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.
Sat 11/288:02 pm -
3 stops46h 41m
Deal found 8/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$562
Find flight deals from Des Moines to Kansas City
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Kansas City (MCI). 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 31, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $337 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $160 (Kiwi.com) |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Kansas City 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated August 31, 2026.
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Des MoinesKansas City
DSM Des Moines - MCI Kansas City
DSMMCI
Des Moines
Tue 10/6
5:35 am-2:30 pm
2 stops8h 55m
Kansas City
Wed 10/7
9:20 am-2:20 pm
1 stop5h 00m
$362
Des MoinesKansas City
DSM Des Moines - MCI Kansas City
DSMMCI
Des Moines
Fri 11/13
6:40 am-3:50 pm
2 stops9h 10m
Kansas City
Sun 11/15
5:35 am-11:30 am
1 stop5h 55m
$362
Des MoinesKansas City
DSM Des Moines - MCI Kansas City
DSMMCI
Des Moines
Mon 10/5
4:30 pm-11:55 pm
2 stops7h 25m
Kansas City
Thu 10/8
1:50 pm-11:15 pm
2 stops9h 25m
$367
Des MoinesKansas City
DSM Des Moines - MCI Kansas City
DSMMCI
Des Moines
Sat 9/26
7:20 am-3:20 pm
2 stops8h 00m
Kansas City
Sat 10/3
10:30 am-8:45 pm
2 stops10h 15m
$387
Des MoinesKansas City
DSM Des Moines - MCI Kansas City
DSMMCI
Des Moines
Mon 12/7
1:23 pm-12:52 pm
1 stop23h 29m
Kansas City
Thu 12/10
6:00 am-11:15 pm
1 stop17h 15m
$613
Des MoinesKansas City
DSM Des Moines - MCI Kansas City
DSMMCI
Des Moines
Wed 10/14
1:27 pm-11:44 pm
1 stop10h 17m
Kansas City
Wed 10/21
9:00 am-9:01 pm
1 stop12h 01m
$723
Des MoinesKansas City
DSM Des Moines - MCI Kansas City
DSMMCI
Des Moines
Tue 10/13
9:15 am-11:44 pm
1 stop14h 29m
Kansas City
Tue 10/20
6:00 am-4:20 pm
1 stop10h 20m
$723
Cheapest one-way
Des MoinesKansas City
DSM Des Moines - MCI Kansas City
DSMMCI
Des Moines
Thu 10/22
5:52 pm-10:06 am
1 stop16h 14m
$160
Quickest one-way
Des MoinesKansas City
DSM Des Moines - MCI Kansas City
DSMMCI
Des Moines
Thu 12/10
6:00 am-11:35 am
1 stop5h 35m
$179
Des MoinesKansas City
DSM Des Moines - MCI Kansas City
DSMMCI
Des Moines
Thu 10/22
5:10 am-2:55 pm
2 stops9h 45m
$184
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Kansas City in August.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Kansas City flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Kansas City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Kansas City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Kansas City 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 Des Moines-Kansas City flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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