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$212+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Kaua'i

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DSM — LIH
Oct 31 — Nov 71
Fri 10/31
Fri 11/7
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$423
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$212
(United Airlines)

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Average price

$670
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Kaua'i
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Kaua'i. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 1, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/287:00 amDSM - LIH
1 stop12h 30mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/410:39 pmLIH - DSM
1 stop11h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/29$423
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/295:00 amDSM - LIH
2 stops14h 30mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/510:39 pmLIH - DSM
1 stop11h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/29$429
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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.
Tue 10/287:03 amDSM - LIH
2 stops17h 02mDelta
Tue 11/49:30 pmLIH - DSM
2 stops12h 29mDelta
Deal found 10/1$434
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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.
Wed 10/296:05 amDSM - LIH
2 stops18h 00mDelta
Wed 11/59:30 pmLIH - DSM
2 stops12h 29mDelta
Deal found 10/1$502
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/265:00 amDSM - LIH
2 stops14h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/210:39 pmLIH - DSM
1 stop11h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/1$514
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/145:00 amDSM - LIH
2 stops14h 59mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/212:49 pmLIH - DSM
2 stops15h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/30$520
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/47:03 amDSM - LIH
2 stops17h 02mDelta
Tue 11/119:40 pmLIH - DSM
2 stops12h 25mDelta
Deal found 9/29$555
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/23:23 pmDSM - LIH
1 stop25h 55mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/1110:39 pmLIH - DSM
1 stop11h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/29$565
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/275:10 amDSM - LIH
1 stop14h 44mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/510:44 pmLIH - DSM
1 stop11h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/29$566
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/303:23 pmDSM - LIH
1 stop25h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/710:44 pmLIH - DSM
2 stops15h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/29$570

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Kaua'i 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 October 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Kaua'i that are best for you.

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Des Moines

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Kaua'i

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Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Tue 10/28

7:00 am-2:30 pm

1 stop12h 30m

Lihue

Tue 11/4

10:39 pm-1:49 pm

1 stop11h 10m

$423

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Tue 10/28

7:03 am-4:53 pm

2 stops14h 50m

Lihue

Tue 11/4

9:30 pm-5:16 pm

2 stops15h 46m

$434

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Wed 10/29

7:03 am-4:53 pm

2 stops14h 50m

Lihue

Wed 11/5

9:30 pm-1:59 pm

2 stops12h 29m

$434

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Wed 1/14

5:24 am-3:55 pm

1 stop14h 31m

Lihue

Fri 1/23

11:00 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop11h 50m

$481

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Wed 2/25

5:59 am-5:02 pm

2 stops15h 03m

Lihue

Thu 3/5

10:14 pm-1:16 pm

1 stop11h 02m

$514

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Wed 11/12

9:01 am-4:58 pm

1 stop11h 57m

$212

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Wed 11/12

6:50 am-6:16 pm

2 stops15h 26m

$217

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Fri 11/14

5:00 am-3:59 pm

2 stops14h 59m

$302

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Wed 11/12

9:30 am-6:19 am

3 stops48h 49m

$351

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Deals found on 9/30

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Kaua'i?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Kaua'i (average of $440). Flying from Des Moines to Kaua'i in June is currently the most expensive (average of $689). 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 FUS?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Kaua'i. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Des Moines to Kaua'i as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing Kaua'i

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kaua'i. 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 Kaua'i. Reviews last updated October 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines and American Airlines from Des Moines to Kaua'i. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Tim,Sep 2025

IAD - GSP

This was pretty bad. It’s chaos at the Dulles boarding gates for the small regional jets because they use one gate to board 3-4 flights at a time. So, it’s difficult knowing where and when to go. There is little space for any size of carrry-on, so most had to gate check their bags. However, the worst of it was that our single flight attendant fell asleep before we took off and the pilot couldn’t do so until she responded to his messages. My wife had to wake her up! So we were a little late leaving. Not to be thwarted, the flight attendant fell asleep right after take off and there was no sight of her during the flight. When the aircraft touched down, a tray of unsecured canned drinks came crashing onto the aisle up front. I can only assume someone didn’t do what they were supposed to. The pilot was great, but I’m sure he must not be happy with this crew member.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Tim,Sep 2025

IAD - GSP

This was pretty bad. It’s chaos at the Dulles boarding gates for the small regional jets because they use one gate to board 3-4 flights at a time. So, it’s difficult knowing where and when to go. There is little space for any size of carrry-on, so most had to gate check their bags. However, the worst of it was that our single flight attendant fell asleep before we took off and the pilot couldn’t do so until she responded to his messages. My wife had to wake her up! So we were a little late leaving. Not to be thwarted, the flight attendant fell asleep right after take off and there was no sight of her during the flight. When the aircraft touched down, a tray of unsecured canned drinks came crashing onto the aisle up front. I can only assume someone didn’t do what they were supposed to. The pilot was great, but I’m sure he must not be happy with this crew member.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,030 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Tim,Sep 2025

IAD - GSP

This was pretty bad. It’s chaos at the Dulles boarding gates for the small regional jets because they use one gate to board 3-4 flights at a time. So, it’s difficult knowing where and when to go. There is little space for any size of carrry-on, so most had to gate check their bags. However, the worst of it was that our single flight attendant fell asleep before we took off and the pilot couldn’t do so until she responded to his messages. My wife had to wake her up! So we were a little late leaving. Not to be thwarted, the flight attendant fell asleep right after take off and there was no sight of her during the flight. When the aircraft touched down, a tray of unsecured canned drinks came crashing onto the aisle up front. I can only assume someone didn’t do what they were supposed to. The pilot was great, but I’m sure he must not be happy with this crew member.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Kaua'i?

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Des Moines to Kaua'i. It is only a 3.6 mi journey to Des Moines (DSM) from Des Moines’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Kaua'i?

    American Airlines and Delta can get you from Des Moines to Kaua'i in just under 12h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 20m. The distance from Des Moines to Kaua'i is about 3986 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Kaua'i one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $212. Users have also found prices from $217 and $302 on Delta and American Airlines, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Kaua'i?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Kaua'i?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Kaua'i 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 Kaua'i?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Kaua'i (average of $440). Flying from Des Moines to Kaua'i in June is currently the most expensive (average of $689). 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 Kaua'i

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Kaua'i. 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 October 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$543Average$778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$573Average$759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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