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$71+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Kentucky

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DSM — SDF
may. 4 — may. 111
dom. 5/4
dom. 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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3 stars

Round-trip from

$78
(Mytrip)

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October

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February

Average price

$421
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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 abril 29, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 6/25:25 pmDSM - BNA
Nonstop1h 40mAllegiant Air
jue. 6/58:56 pmBNA - DSM
Nonstop1h 41mAllegiant Air
Deal found 4/29$78
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 6/56:32 pmDSM - BNA
Nonstop1h 34mMultiple Airlines
mar. 6/1011:14 amBNA - DSM
1 stop26h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$160
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 5/254:14 pmDSM - SDF
1 stop19h 58mMultiple Airlines
mar. 6/312:58 pmSDF - DSM
1 stop25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$210
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 5/238:20 pmDSM - CVG
1 stop27h 35mFrontier
vie. 5/306:05 amCVG - DSM
1 stop14h 30mFrontier
Deal found 4/29$222
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 5/206:30 amDSM - SDF
1 stop6h 25mDelta
sáb. 5/246:19 amSDF - DSM
1 stop6h 01mDelta
Deal found 4/28$229
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vie. 5/308:20 pmDSM - BNA
1 stop19h 19mFrontier
dom. 6/17:29 pmBNA - DSM
1 stop24h 24mFrontier
Deal found 4/28$230
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 5/205:27 pmDSM - SDF
1 stop5h 58mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 5/247:24 amSDF - DSM
2 stops9h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$234
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sáb. 6/76:00 amDSM - CVG
1 stop16h 23mAllegiant Air
mié. 6/118:30 amCVG - DSM
1 stop6h 03mAllegiant Air
Deal found 4/29$247
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sáb. 5/315:15 amDSM - TYS
1 stop5h 26mAmerican Airlines
mar. 6/39:05 amTYS - DSM
1 stop5h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$249
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jue. 5/225:32 amDSM - LEX
1 stop3h 58mAmerican Airlines
dom. 5/258:06 pmLEX - DSM
1 stop4h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$249
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jue. 9/43:25 pmDSM - SDF
1 stop4h 03mUnited Airlines
lun. 9/89:00 amSDF - DSM
1 stop4h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$255
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vie. 6/135:40 amDSM - BNA
1 stop4h 12mDelta
vie. 6/204:58 pmBNA - DSM
1 stop6h 05mDelta
Deal found 4/29$257

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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 Moines

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Kentucky

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Return

Price

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

dom. 5/18

12:32 pm-2:12 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Nashville Intl

vie. 5/30

7:55 pm-9:37 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$78

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

dom. 5/25

7:15 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Nashville Intl

vie. 5/30

6:00 am-12:46 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$147

Des MoinesLouisville

DSM - SDF

DSMSDF

Des Moines

dom. 5/25

4:14 pm-1:12 pm

1 stop19h 58m

Louisville Intl

mar. 6/3

12:58 pm-1:33 pm

1 stop25h 35m

$210

Des MoinesCincinnati

DSM - CVG

DSMCVG

Des Moines

vie. 5/23

8:20 pm-12:55 am

1 stop27h 35m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

vie. 5/30

6:05 am-7:35 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$222

Des MoinesLouisville

DSM - SDF

DSMSDF

Des Moines

mar. 5/20

6:30 am-1:55 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Louisville Intl

sáb. 5/24

6:19 am-11:20 am

1 stop6h 01m

$229

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

vie. 5/30

8:20 pm-3:39 pm

1 stop19h 19m

Nashville Intl

dom. 6/1

7:29 pm-7:53 pm

1 stop24h 24m

$230

Des MoinesLouisville

DSM - SDF

DSMSDF

Des Moines

mar. 5/20

5:27 pm-12:25 am

1 stop5h 58m

Louisville Intl

sáb. 5/24

7:24 am-3:26 pm

2 stops9h 02m

$234

Des MoinesCincinnati

DSM - CVG

DSMCVG

Des Moines

sáb. 6/7

6:00 am-11:23 pm

1 stop16h 23m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

mié. 6/11

8:30 am-1:33 pm

1 stop6h 03m

$247

Des MoinesKnoxville

DSM - TYS

DSMTYS

Des Moines

sáb. 5/31

5:15 am-11:41 am

1 stop5h 26m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

mar. 6/3

9:05 am-1:28 pm

1 stop5h 23m

$249

Des MoinesLexington

DSM - LEX

DSMLEX

Des Moines

jue. 5/22

5:32 am-10:30 am

1 stop3h 58m

Lexington Blue Grass

dom. 5/25

8:06 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop4h 52m

$249

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Deals found on 4/27

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Kentucky

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Kentucky (average of $299). Flying from Des Moines to Kentucky in April is currently the most expensive (average of $369). 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.

Rainfall in Kentucky by month

Plan your trip to Kentucky by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kentucky ranges from 3.1 - 5.3 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.3 in. September is typically the driest time to visit Kentucky when rainfall is around 3.1 in.

Temperature in Kentucky by month

Plan your trip to Kentucky by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kentucky, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

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 abril 29, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Des Moines to Kentucky have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
734 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

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  • 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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Kentucky one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Allegiant Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $82. Users have also found prices from $129 and $165 on Delta and Southwest, respectively.

  • 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.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Kentucky (average of $299). Flying from Des Moines to Kentucky in April is currently the most expensive (average of $369). 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 abril 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$246Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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