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$305+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Lansing (DSM - LAN)

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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — LAN
Dec 26 — Jan 21
Fri 12/26
Fri 1/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Lansing
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Lansing. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 26, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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 12/236:56 pmDSM - LAN
1 stop4h 12mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/3012:30 pmLAN - DSM
1 stop3h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/26$327
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 12/236:56 pmDSM - LAN
1 stop4h 12mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/2912:30 pmLAN - DSM
1 stop4h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/24$337
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 12/105:43 pmDSM - LAN
1 stop5h 04mDelta
Sun 12/146:19 pmLAN - DSM
1 stop3h 27mDelta
Deal found 11/25$407
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 12/236:15 amDSM - LAN
1 stop6h 30mDelta
Mon 12/295:30 amLAN - DSM
2 stops6h 58mDelta
Deal found 11/24$548

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Lansing

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Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

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$305
(American Airlines)
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Lansing that are best for you.

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Des MoinesLansing

DSM - LAN

DSMLAN

Des Moines

Tue 1/6

7:00 am-12:04 pm

1 stop4h 04m

Lansing Capital City

Tue 1/13

6:44 am-11:12 am

1 stop5h 28m

$305

Des MoinesLansing

DSM - LAN

DSMLAN

Des Moines

Tue 1/6

6:24 am-11:04 am

1 stop3h 40m

Lansing Capital City

Tue 1/13

6:30 am-3:41 pm

2 stops10h 11m

$312

Des MoinesLansing

DSM - LAN

DSMLAN

Des Moines

Tue 1/6

12:04 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop4h 26m

Lansing Capital City

Sat 1/10

6:30 am-9:36 am

1 stop4h 06m

$317

Des MoinesLansing

DSM - LAN

DSMLAN

Des Moines

Sat 1/10

6:24 am-11:04 am

1 stop3h 40m

Lansing Capital City

Sat 1/17

6:30 am-9:36 am

1 stop4h 06m

$317

Des MoinesLansing

DSM - LAN

DSMLAN

Des Moines

Thu 1/8

7:00 am-12:04 pm

1 stop4h 04m

Lansing Capital City

Thu 1/15

12:34 pm-4:24 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$325

Des MoinesLansing

DSM - LAN

DSMLAN

Des Moines

Tue 12/23

6:56 pm-12:08 am

1 stop4h 12m

Lansing Capital City

Mon 12/29

12:30 pm-3:46 pm

1 stop4h 16m

$337

Des MoinesLansing

DSM - LAN

DSMLAN

Des Moines

Wed 12/10

5:43 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop5h 04m

Lansing Capital City

Sun 12/14

6:19 pm-8:46 pm

1 stop3h 27m

$407

Des MoinesLansing

DSM - LAN

DSMLAN

Des Moines

Mon 12/1

5:41 am-12:16 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$341

Des MoinesLansing

DSM - LAN

DSMLAN

Des Moines

Mon 12/1

3:17 pm-11:02 am

2 stops18h 45m

$599

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Deals found on 11/24

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Lansing in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Lansing flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Lansing flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Lansing flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Lansing flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Des Moines-Lansing flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Lansing

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Lansing (average of $147). Flying from Des Moines to Lansing in November is currently the most expensive (average of $316). 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 Lansing

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lansing. 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 Lansing. Reviews last updated November 26, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta from Des Moines to Lansing by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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
8,003 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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

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

    Departing from Des Moines to Lansing will take you 3h 40m. The distance between Des Moines and Lansing is about 472 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Des Moines to Lansing round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Des Moines to Lansing is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $229 on this airline.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Lansing (average of $147). Flying from Des Moines to Lansing in November is currently the most expensive (average of $316). 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 airline flying from Des Moines to Lansing

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Des Moines to Lansing. 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 November 26, 2025.
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DeltaCheapest$229Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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