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$484+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Lihue (DSM - LIH)

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 2/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — LIH
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Lihue

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 December 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Thu 12/259:00 amDSM - LIH
2 stops17h 44mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/299:35 pmLIH - DSM
2 stops16h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$946
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:21 amDSM - LIH
1 stop17h 18mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/2910:45 pmLIH - DSM
1 stop11h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$985
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/279:00 amDSM - LIH
1 stop12h 04mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/319:35 pmLIH - DSM
2 stops18h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$1,411
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Sat 12/276:20 pmDSM - LIH
1 stop25h 58mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/319:45 pmLIH - DSM
1 stop15h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$1,477
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Thu 12/255:30 amDSM - LIH
2 stops16h 17mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/111:59 pmLIH - DSM
2 stops19h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,496
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:21 amDSM - LIH
1 stop17h 18mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/110:45 pmLIH - DSM
1 stop21h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,545

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Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$484
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Average price

$721
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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 December 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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Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Wed 2/25

6:26 am-5:32 pm

2 stops15h 06m

Lihue

Thu 3/5

9:46 pm-2:31 pm

1 stop12h 45m

$484

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Fri 1/9

5:21 am-4:37 pm

2 stops15h 16m

Lihue

Fri 1/16

11:00 pm-5:06 pm

2 stops14h 06m

$557

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Mon 1/26

5:24 am-3:55 pm

1 stop14h 31m

Lihue

Mon 2/9

11:00 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop11h 50m

$604

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Sun 1/25

5:24 am-3:55 pm

1 stop14h 31m

Lihue

Sun 2/1

11:00 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop11h 50m

$605

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Wed 2/25

10:57 am-7:55 pm

2 stops12h 58m

Lihue

Thu 3/5

10:55 pm-8:49 pm

2 stops17h 54m

$619

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Mon 1/26

9:03 am-5:04 pm

1 stop12h 01m

Lihue

Thu 1/29

8:30 pm-12:52 pm

1 stop12h 22m

$638

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Deals found on 12/11

Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Lihue

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Lihue in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
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-Lihue flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Lihue flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Lihue flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Lihue 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-Lihue flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Lihue (average of $543). Flying from Des Moines to Lihue in July is currently the most expensive (average of $889). 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 December 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 51% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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 December 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Lihue, such as United Airlines and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.

Related info for your journey

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

    Airlines like American Airlines fly from Des Moines to Lihue in about 15h 06m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 3986 mi.

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($553), and United Airlines ($573) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to Lihue. Users have found that American Airlines is 31% 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 American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $282. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and United 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Lihue (average of $543). Flying from Des Moines to Lihue in July is currently the most expensive (average of $889). 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$553Average$740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$573Average$761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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