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$417+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Lihue (DSM - LIH)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — LIH
jun 17 — jun 241
ter 6/17
ter 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Lihue

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Lihue (LIH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated junho 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$573
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$417
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$848
From Des Moines to Lihue
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Lihue
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Lihue. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junho 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
qua 10/295:39 amDSM - LIH
1 stop13h 23mAmerican Airlines
qua 11/510:11 pmLIH - DSM
1 stop11h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$573
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
dom 10/269:01 amDSM - LIH
1 stop11h 57mUnited Airlines
dom 11/22:15 pmLIH - DSM
2 stops16h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$604
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom 10/267:00 amDSM - LIH
2 stops14h 00mSouthwest
dom 11/23:45 pmLIH - DSM
2 stops19h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$664
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom 10/59:34 amDSM - LIH
2 stops16h 57mAlaska Airlines
dom 10/1910:31 pmLIH - DSM
2 stops17h 13mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/11$844
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
dom 12/286:55 amDSM - LIH
2 stops17h 17mDelta
dom 1/49:40 pmLIH - DSM
2 stops12h 34mDelta
Deal found 6/11$1,354
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
seg 12/299:09 amDSM - LIH
1 stop11h 45mMultiple Airlines
sáb 1/37:42 pmLIH - DSM
2 stops12h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,700

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Lihue that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated junho 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Lihue that are best for you.

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Des Moines

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Lihue

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Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

seg 7/21

6:25 am-4:00 pm

2 stops14h 35m

Lihue

qua 8/6

8:40 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop15h 05m

$823

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

qua 7/23

9:15 am-8:25 pm

2 stops16h 10m

Lihue

qua 7/30

7:40 pm-10:36 am

1 stop9h 56m

$862

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

sex 7/25

5:35 am-2:40 pm

1 stop14h 05m

Lihue

sex 8/1

9:46 pm-1:53 pm

1 stop11h 07m

$1,025

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

sáb 7/12

6:00 am-4:00 pm

2 stops15h 00m

$417

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

sáb 7/12

8:00 am-7:38 pm

3 stops40h 38m

$601

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Deals found on 6/12

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Lihue (average of $440). Flying from Des Moines to Lihue in June is currently the most expensive (average of $689). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to LIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Lihue. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated junho 12, 2025.

When flying from Des Moines to Lihue, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 52% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Lihue by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Lihue ranges from 2.2 - 6.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Lihue when rainfall is around 2.2 in.

Temperature in Lihue by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Lihue, 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 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 69.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Lihue

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lihue. 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 Lihue. Reviews last updated junho 12, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Lihue. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Lihue round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($573), United Airlines ($604), and Southwest ($647) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to Lihue. Users have found that American Airlines is 24% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Southwest, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $417. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Des Moines to Lihue for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Lihue (average of $440). Flying from Des Moines to Lihue in June is currently the most expensive (average of $689). 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 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to Lihue

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Lihue. 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 junho 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$536Average$733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$568Average$763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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