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$325+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Kaua'i

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 5/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — LIH
May 3 — May 101
Sun 5/3
Sun 5/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Kaua'i

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 April 3, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Sun 8/167:29 am
DSM
-
LIH
2 stops16h 37m
American Airlines
Tue 8/259:41 pm
LIH
-
DSM
1 stop12h 04m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/30$560
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Thu 9/249:09 am
DSM
-
LIH
1 stop11h 31m
United Airlines
Wed 9/307:40 pm
LIH
-
DSM
1 stop9h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/2$614
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/227:00 am
DSM
-
LIH
2 stops15h 40m
Delta
Mon 4/279:25 pm
LIH
-
DSM
2 stops20h 09m
Delta
Deal found 3/30$669
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/229:09 am
DSM
-
LIH
1 stop11h 31m
United Airlines
Thu 10/297:30 pm
LIH
-
DSM
1 stop12h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/1$674
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Tue 8/259:14 am
DSM
-
LIH
1 stop11h 26m
United Airlines
Wed 8/267:35 pm
LIH
-
DSM
1 stop12h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/30$684
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Sun 8/169:14 am
DSM
-
LIH
1 stop11h 26m
United Airlines
Tue 8/257:35 pm
LIH
-
DSM
1 stop10h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/30$702
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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.
Mon 10/199:09 am
DSM
-
LIH
1 stop11h 31m
United Airlines
Fri 10/237:40 pm
LIH
-
DSM
1 stop9h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/29$704

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Kaua'i

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to Kaua'i flight deals. Data was last updated April 3, 2026.

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Round-trip from

$560
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$325
(United Airlines)

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April

Average price

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Kaua'i that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Wed 4/22

7:00 am-5:40 pm

2 stops15h 40m

Lihue

Mon 4/27

9:25 pm-10:34 pm

2 stops20h 09m

$669
Quickest round-trip

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Tue 8/25

9:14 am-3:40 pm

1 stop11h 26m

Lihue

Wed 8/26

7:35 pm-10:50 am

1 stop10h 15m

$684

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Thu 4/16

5:00 am-3:15 pm

2 stops15h 15m

Lihue

Mon 4/20

9:30 pm-5:43 pm

2 stops15h 13m

$745

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Tue 9/22

5:16 pm-12:01 pm

2 stops23h 45m

Lihue

Wed 9/23

7:35 pm-12:34 pm

1 stop11h 59m

$745
Cheapest one-way

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Wed 7/29

9:41 am-9:25 pm

2 stops16h 44m

$408

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Wed 5/27

9:41 am-8:21 pm

2 stops15h 40m

$418
Quickest one-way

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Tue 7/21

9:14 am-3:37 pm

1 stop11h 23m

$427

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Tue 7/21

8:52 am-8:48 pm

2 stops16h 56m

$458

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Wed 7/29

11:34 am-3:37 pm

1 stop33h 03m

$470

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Kaua'i

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Kaua'i (average of $521). Flying from Des Moines to Kaua'i in September is currently the most expensive (average of $832). 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.

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 April 3, 2026.
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
9,538 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,538 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,538 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,551 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,538 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Kaua'i. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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?

    Delta and United Airlines can get you from Des Moines to Kaua'i in just under 11h 26m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 14m. The distance from Des Moines to Kaua'i is about 3986 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Kaua'i (average of $521). Flying from Des Moines to Kaua'i in September is currently the most expensive (average of $832). 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 April 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$573Average$848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$580Average$848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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