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$578+ 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 10/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — LIH
juil. 8 — juil. 151
mar. 7/8
mar. 7/15
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 juillet 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$578
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,072
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 juillet 3, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
mer. 10/295:00 amDSM - LIH
2 stops14h 28mAmerican Airlines
mer. 11/510:11 pmLIH - DSM
1 stop11h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$578
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
jeu. 10/302:14 pmDSM - LIH
2 stops32h 09mDelta
lun. 11/310:26 pmLIH - DSM
2 stops14h 47mDelta
Deal found 7/2$619
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 10/309:01 amDSM - LIH
1 stop11h 57mUnited Airlines
lun. 11/38:30 pmLIH - DSM
1 stop12h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/30$693
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
jeu. 8/149:31 amDSM - LIH
2 stops17h 23mAlaska Airlines
jeu. 8/2110:30 pmLIH - DSM
2 stops34h 13mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/1$759
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
dim. 11/306:20 amDSM - LIH
2 stops14h 05mSouthwest
dim. 12/77:05 pmLIH - DSM
2 stops16h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 7/2$834

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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

mer. 8/13

5:12 am-1:56 pm

2 stops13h 44m

Lihue

mer. 8/20

1:45 pm-8:37 am

2 stops13h 52m

$624

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

jeu. 8/14

9:31 am-9:54 pm

2 stops17h 23m

Lihue

jeu. 8/21

10:30 pm-1:43 pm

2 stops34h 13m

$759

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

mer. 8/13

8:00 am-7:38 pm

3 stops40h 38m

Lihue

mer. 8/20

1:02 pm-10:39 am

2 stops16h 37m

$796

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

lun. 7/14

6:25 am-4:00 pm

2 stops14h 35m

Lihue

dim. 7/20

8:40 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop16h 15m

$853

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Deals found on 7/2

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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 juillet 3, 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.

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 juillet 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Lihue, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
4,266 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
7,982 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
8,861 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($578), Delta ($619), and United Airlines ($693) 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.

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    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 juillet 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$536Average$735FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$568Average$760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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