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$75+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Kentucky

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DSM — SDF
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Kentucky

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3 stars

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$96
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One-way from

$75
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$360
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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 October 30, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/99:03 pmDSM - BNA
Nonstop1h 36mAllegiant Air
Fri 11/143:23 pmBNA - DSM
Nonstop1h 45mAllegiant Air
Deal found 10/28$98
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/101:37 pmDSM - BNA
Nonstop1h 36mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/133:42 pmBNA - DSM
1 stop22h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$110
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/249:34 amDSM - BNA
Nonstop1h 35mAllegiant Air
Fri 11/2810:00 amBNA - DSM
Nonstop1h 44mAllegiant Air
Deal found 10/30$119
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sun 11/99:03 pmDSM - BNA
Nonstop1h 36mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/133:42 pmBNA - DSM
1 stop22h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$120
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/203:47 pmDSM - BNA
Nonstop1h 37mAllegiant Air
Fri 12/2612:19 pmBNA - DSM
Nonstop1h 41mAllegiant Air
Deal found 10/30$130
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2812:34 pmDSM - BNA
Nonstop1h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/47:41 pmBNA - DSM
1 stop23h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$144
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/249:34 amDSM - BNA
Nonstop1h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/47:41 pmBNA - DSM
1 stop23h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$157
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/132:41 pmDSM - CVG
1 stop9h 58mFrontier
Mon 11/176:05 amCVG - DSM
1 stop8h 42mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$189
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Mon 11/32:32 pmDSM - CVG
1 stop6h 32mFrontier
Thu 11/66:05 amCVG - DSM
1 stop8h 51mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$228
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Sat 12/1311:00 amDSM - TYS
1 stop28h 52mAllegiant Air
Sat 12/205:23 pmTYS - DSM
1 stop7h 09mAllegiant Air
Deal found 10/29$243
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1210:55 amDSM - TYS
1 stop10h 19mAllegiant Air
Sun 11/169:00 amTYS - DSM
1 stop6h 01mAllegiant Air
Deal found 10/28$270
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Wed 12/102:59 pmDSM - SDF
1 stop7h 09mDelta
Fri 12/126:35 amSDF - DSM
1 stop4h 46mDelta
Deal found 10/29$274

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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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Des MoinesCincinnati

DSM - CVG

DSMCVG

Des Moines

Thu 11/13

2:41 pm-1:39 am

1 stop9h 58m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 11/17

6:05 am-1:47 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$189

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Mon 12/8

2:16 pm-6:21 pm

1 stop4h 05m

Nashville Intl

Tue 12/16

9:20 am-1:31 pm

1 stop4h 11m

$197

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Fri 12/26

2:50 pm-4:27 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

Nashville Intl

Wed 12/31

6:00 am-7:41 am

Nonstop1h 41m

$206

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Tue 12/9

3:38 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop5h 57m

Nashville Intl

Fri 12/12

10:16 am-4:29 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$239

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Wed 12/3

2:16 pm-6:21 pm

1 stop4h 05m

Nashville Intl

Fri 12/5

6:13 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop4h 21m

$239

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Tue 12/9

2:59 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Nashville Intl

Fri 12/12

6:00 am-10:21 am

1 stop4h 21m

$239

Des MoinesKnoxville

DSM - TYS

DSMTYS

Des Moines

Sat 12/13

11:00 am-4:52 pm

1 stop28h 52m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 12/20

5:23 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop7h 09m

$243

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Tue 12/2

2:59 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Nashville Intl

Thu 12/4

7:33 am-1:31 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$247

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Sat 12/13

5:34 am-11:42 am

1 stop6h 08m

Nashville Intl

Thu 12/18

10:20 am-5:03 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$247

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Sat 12/6

5:25 am-2:30 pm

2 stops9h 05m

Nashville Intl

Mon 12/8

3:00 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$250

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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 November is currently the most expensive (average of $299). 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 October 30, 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
7,998 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,035 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

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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.

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

    Departing from Des Moines to Kentucky will take you 1h 37m. 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 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 $75. Users have also found prices from $99 and $99 on American Airlines and Delta, 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 - Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky 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 November is currently the most expensive (average of $299). 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$148Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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