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$78+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Kentucky

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SDF
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Kentucky

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Kentucky
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Kentucky. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/248:31 amDSM - BNA
Nonstop1h 37mAllegiant Air
Sun 12/287:00 amBNA - DSM
Nonstop1h 41mAllegiant Air
Deal found 12/15$212
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/316:00 amDSM - BNA
1 stop9h 26mAllegiant Air
Sun 1/47:00 amBNA - DSM
Nonstop1h 41mAllegiant Air
Deal found 12/17$224
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/313:26 pmDSM - LEX
1 stop6h 46mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/46:55 pmLEX - DSM
1 stop5h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$309
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/262:50 pmDSM - BNA
Nonstop1h 37mAllegiant Air
Sun 12/287:00 amBNA - DSM
Nonstop1h 41mAllegiant Air
Deal found 12/16$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/315:55 pmDSM - SDF
1 stop4h 08mDelta
Sun 1/44:39 pmSDF - DSM
1 stop4h 23mDelta
Deal found 12/16$318
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/316:15 amDSM - CVG
1 stop4h 18mDelta
Sun 1/42:51 pmCVG - DSM
1 stop6h 53mDelta
Deal found 12/16$351
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/196:33 pmDSM - LEX
1 stop4h 36mDelta
Tue 12/236:20 amLEX - DSM
1 stop4h 29mDelta
Deal found 12/16$354
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/203:47 pmDSM - BNA
Nonstop1h 37mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/228:38 pmBNA - DSM
1 stop26h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$357
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/311:25 pmDSM - TYS
1 stop6h 56mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/55:40 pmTYS - DSM
1 stop7h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$359
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/311:45 pmDSM - BNA
2 stops20h 24mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/47:00 amBNA - DSM
Nonstop1h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$363
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/313:28 pmDSM - SDF
1 stop5h 06mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/45:00 amSDF - DSM
2 stops8h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$368
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Sun 12/289:31 amDSM - BNA
Nonstop1h 37mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/218:12 pmBNA - DSM
1 stop26h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$369

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Average price

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

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Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Mon 1/12

6:30 am-3:24 pm

1 stop8h 54m

Nashville Intl

Fri 1/30

8:30 am-10:19 am

Nonstop1h 49m

$165

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Tue 2/17

6:06 pm-11:11 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Nashville Intl

Sat 2/21

7:15 am-1:17 pm

1 stop6h 02m

$177

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Tue 1/13

8:10 am-1:58 pm

1 stop5h 48m

Nashville Intl

Tue 1/20

1:32 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops8h 18m

$182

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Sat 1/31

11:42 am-7:59 pm

2 stops8h 17m

Nashville Intl

Sat 2/7

9:00 am-5:06 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$183

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Wed 1/14

4:21 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop5h 31m

Nashville Intl

Sun 1/18

4:26 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop6h 03m

$187

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Mon 1/12

8:17 pm-7:43 pm

3 stops47h 26m

Nashville Intl

Fri 1/30

8:30 am-10:19 am

Nonstop1h 49m

$193

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Mon 1/5

10:53 am-10:49 am

1 stop23h 56m

Nashville Intl

Fri 1/9

8:30 am-10:19 am

Nonstop1h 49m

$211

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Wed 12/31

6:00 am-3:26 pm

1 stop9h 26m

Nashville Intl

Sun 1/4

7:00 am-8:41 am

Nonstop1h 41m

$224

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Fri 2/20

4:21 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop5h 29m

Nashville Intl

Wed 2/25

10:25 am-3:40 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$229

Des MoinesLouisville

DSM - SDF

DSMSDF

Des Moines

Tue 1/13

5:16 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop5h 39m

Louisville Intl

Tue 1/20

4:59 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$240

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Kentucky

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Kentucky?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Kentucky (average of $118). Flying from Des Moines to Kentucky in December is currently the most expensive (average of $489). 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 Kentucky

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kentucky. 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 Kentucky. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Des Moines to Kentucky by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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

    Des Moines (DSM), located 3.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Des Moines to Kentucky.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Kentucky?

    Departing from Des Moines to Kentucky will take you 5h 05m. The distance between Des Moines and Kentucky is about 530 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from Des Moines to Kentucky?

    When deciding which route to take from Des Moines to Kentucky consider Des Moines - Nashville Intl, Des Moines - Knoxville McGhee Tyson or Des Moines - Louisville Intl as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Kentucky 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 Kentucky?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Kentucky (average of $118). Flying from Des Moines to Kentucky in December is currently the most expensive (average of $489). 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 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to Kentucky

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Kentucky. 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$148Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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