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$249+ 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 3/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — LAN
Mar 8 — Mar 151
Sun 3/8
Sun 3/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Lansing

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 February 6, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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.
Mon 3/26:19 am
DSM
-
LAN
1 stop3h 47m
Delta
Mon 3/96:26 pm
LAN
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DSM
1 stop3h 19m
Delta
Deal found 2/4$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 2/205:43 pm
DSM
-
LAN
1 stop3h 38m
Delta
Tue 2/246:07 pm
LAN
-
DSM
1 stop3h 42m
Delta
Deal found 2/5$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 5/711:40 am
DSM
-
LAN
1 stop5h 11m
United Airlines
Sat 5/910:40 am
LAN
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DSM
1 stop4h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/4$274
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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.
Mon 3/2310:04 am
DSM
-
LAN
1 stop4h 44m
American Airlines
Mon 3/306:22 am
LAN
-
DSM
1 stop3h 27m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/5$298
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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.
Thu 5/710:23 am
DSM
-
LAN
1 stop6h 11m
Delta
Sat 5/95:34 am
LAN
-
DSM
2 stops5h 42m
Delta
Deal found 2/4$299
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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.
Sun 2/86:24 am
DSM
-
LAN
1 stop3h 44m
Delta
Sat 2/1412:00 pm
LAN
-
DSM
1 stop5h 57m
Delta
Deal found 2/6$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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.
Sat 3/216:15 am
DSM
-
LAN
1 stop3h 35m
Delta
Sat 3/285:40 am
LAN
-
DSM
1 stop5h 19m
Delta
Deal found 2/4$323
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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.
Sun 3/2210:28 am
DSM
-
LAN
1 stop6h 18m
Delta
Sun 3/295:40 am
LAN
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DSM
2 stops5h 29m
Delta
Deal found 2/5$367

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Des MoinesLansing

DSM - LAN

DSMLAN

Des Moines

Mon 3/2

6:19 am-11:06 am

1 stop3h 47m

Lansing Capital City

Mon 3/9

6:26 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop3h 19m

$249

Des MoinesLansing

DSM - LAN

DSMLAN

Des Moines

Sun 3/22

6:15 am-11:05 am

1 stop3h 50m

Lansing Capital City

Sun 3/29

6:26 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop3h 19m

$249

Des MoinesLansing

DSM - LAN

DSMLAN

Des Moines

Fri 2/20

5:43 pm-10:21 pm

1 stop3h 38m

Lansing Capital City

Tue 2/24

6:07 pm-8:49 pm

1 stop3h 42m

$259

Des MoinesLansing

DSM - LAN

DSMLAN

Des Moines

Sat 2/21

6:19 am-11:06 am

1 stop3h 47m

Lansing Capital City

Wed 2/25

5:29 am-9:56 am

1 stop5h 27m

$259

Des MoinesLansing

DSM - LAN

DSMLAN

Des Moines

Thu 5/7

11:40 am-5:51 pm

1 stop5h 11m

Lansing Capital City

Sat 5/9

10:40 am-2:24 pm

1 stop4h 44m

$274

Des MoinesLansing

DSM - LAN

DSMLAN

Des Moines

Mon 3/23

10:04 am-3:48 pm

1 stop4h 44m

Lansing Capital City

Mon 3/30

6:22 am-8:49 am

1 stop3h 27m

$298

Des MoinesLansing

DSM - LAN

DSMLAN

Des Moines

Mon 3/23

5:47 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop4h 49m

Lansing Capital City

Mon 3/30

6:26 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop3h 19m

$323

Des MoinesLansing

DSM - LAN

DSMLAN

Des Moines

Sat 3/21

6:15 am-10:50 am

1 stop3h 35m

Lansing Capital City

Sat 3/28

5:40 am-9:59 am

1 stop5h 19m

$323

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Deals found on 2/4

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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 $399). 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.

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 47m. The distance between Des Moines and Lansing is about 472 mi.

  • 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.

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  • 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 $399). 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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