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$164+ 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 12/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MCI
Dec 21 — Dec 281
Sun 12/21
Sun 12/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 November 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$314
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$164
(Southwest)
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Kansas City
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 November 21, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1711:15 amDSM - MCI
1 stop21h 24mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/243:47 pmMCI - DSM
1 stop27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$314
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:15 amDSM - MCI
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Fri 1/25:45 amMCI - DSM
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 11/19$347
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/176:15 amDSM - MCI
2 stops8h 05mSouthwest
Wed 12/2412:15 pmMCI - DSM
2 stops9h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 11/19$357
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/126:15 pmDSM - MCI
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Sun 12/141:50 pmMCI - DSM
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 11/20$367
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/128:00 amDSM - MCI
3 stops33h 56mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/143:47 pmMCI - DSM
2 stops23h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$394
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Fri 12/56:28 pmDSM - MCI
1 stop19h 34mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/97:00 amMCI - DSM
1 stop39h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$439
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/124:49 pmDSM - MCI
1 stop21h 13mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/195:12 amMCI - DSM
1 stop36h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$458

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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Kansas City that are best for you.

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Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Wed 12/17

11:15 am-8:39 am

1 stop21h 24m

Kansas City

Wed 12/24

3:47 pm-6:57 pm

1 stop27h 10m

$314

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Thu 12/25

6:15 am-11:30 am

1 stop5h 15m

Kansas City

Fri 1/2

5:45 am-11:00 am

1 stop5h 15m

$347

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Wed 12/17

6:15 am-2:20 pm

2 stops8h 05m

Kansas City

Wed 12/24

12:15 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops9h 20m

$357

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Fri 12/12

5:45 am-1:35 pm

2 stops7h 50m

Kansas City

Sun 12/14

6:15 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$372

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Fri 12/12

8:00 am-5:56 pm

3 stops33h 56m

Kansas City

Sun 12/14

3:47 pm-2:58 pm

2 stops23h 11m

$394

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Fri 12/5

6:28 pm-2:02 pm

1 stop19h 34m

Kansas City

Tue 12/9

7:00 am-10:29 pm

1 stop39h 29m

$439

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Thu 12/4

3:44 pm-8:47 am

1 stop17h 03m

Kansas City

Mon 12/8

6:30 am-6:38 pm

1 stop12h 08m

$470

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Fri 12/5

6:50 pm-5:29 pm

1 stop22h 39m

Kansas City

Tue 12/9

3:25 pm-10:53 am

1 stop19h 28m

$559

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Mon 12/22

6:35 am-12:35 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$164

Des MoinesKansas City

DSM - MCI

DSMMCI

Des Moines

Fri 12/5

7:58 pm-11:03 am

2 stops39h 05m

$186

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Deals found on 11/20

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Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Kansas City

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 Des Moines to Kansas City in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Des Moines-Kansas City flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Kansas City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >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 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 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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Reviews of airlines servicing Kansas City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kansas City. 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 Kansas City. Reviews last updated November 21, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest from Des Moines to Kansas City. 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Kansas City. 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 Des Moines to Kansas City?

    There are many flights that can get you from Des Moines to Kansas City in 5h 15m. Fly via Southwest to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 165 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Des Moines to Kansas City round-trip?

    Currently priced at $178, Southwest will fly you from Des Moines to Kansas City and back. In addition to Southwest, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Kansas City by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top airline flying from Des Moines to Kansas City

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Des Moines to Kansas City. 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 November 21, 2025.
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SouthwestCheapest$178Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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