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$661+ 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 10/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — LIH
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The best prices from Des Moines to Lihue are usually found in February or September, booked 35 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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 July 25, 2024.

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$1,121

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$661
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Lihue?

Flights from Des Moines to Lihue are found to be more expensive on Saturday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Lihue.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Des Moines to Lihue?

Find a great deal and save up to 99% by booking at least 34 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Des Moines to Lihue within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $641.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Lihue?

The best pricing can be found in the month of February. Prices to Lihue from Des Moines average $807. You can even find prices in February for less than $807, as users have found deals to Lihue from as low as $462. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Lihue from Des Moines. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 47%.

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

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 44% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap Des Moines to Lihue flights in July & August 2024

Find cheap flight options from Des Moines to Lihue specifically for the months of July and August 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Prices were last updated on July 25, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Des Moines to Lihue in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/711:20 amDSM - LIH
2 stops14h 57mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/101:09 pmLIH - DSM
2 stops16h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/24$977
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/79:15 amDSM - LIH
1 stop11h 17mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/109:55 pmLIH - DSM
2 stops20h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/24$994
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Mon 8/196:15 pmDSM - LIH
1 stop24h 49mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/261:42 pmLIH - DSM
2 stops16h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/24$998
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Mon 8/196:00 amDSM - LIH
2 stops13h 04mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/261:42 pmLIH - DSM
2 stops16h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/24$1,012
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/79:15 amDSM - LIH
1 stop11h 17mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/107:25 pmLIH - DSM
1 stop15h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/24$1,089
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/193:02 pmDSM - LIH
2 stops26h 04mAlaska Airlines
Mon 8/261:07 pmLIH - DSM
3 stops27h 21mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/24$1,615

Des Moines to Lihue 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Des Moines and Lihue in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Des Moines to Lihue in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/75:15 pmDSM - LIH
2 stops23h 20mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/171:13 pmLIH - DSM
2 stops16h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/24$661
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/75:15 pmDSM - LIH
1 stop27h 19mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/171:13 pmLIH - DSM
2 stops16h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/24$698
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Mon 10/76:15 pmDSM - LIH
1 stop25h 19mAmerican Airlines
Thu 10/179:15 pmLIH - DSM
1 stop15h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/24$761
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Thu 10/37:32 pmDSM - LIH
2 stops21h 37mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/121:41 pmLIH - DSM
2 stops15h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/24$914
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/39:05 amDSM - LIH
1 stop11h 29mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/121:13 pmLIH - DSM
2 stops20h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/24$924
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/711:20 amDSM - LIH
2 stops14h 57mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/101:09 pmLIH - DSM
2 stops16h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/24$977
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/79:15 amDSM - LIH
1 stop11h 17mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/109:55 pmLIH - DSM
2 stops20h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/24$994
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Mon 8/196:15 pmDSM - LIH
1 stop24h 49mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/261:42 pmLIH - DSM
2 stops16h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/24$998
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Mon 8/196:00 amDSM - LIH
2 stops13h 04mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/261:42 pmLIH - DSM
2 stops16h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/24$1,012

Find flights from Des Moines to Lihue within your budget

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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.

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$661 - $1,125

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Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Mon 10/7

2 stops23h 20m

Lihue

Thu 10/17

2 stops16h 15m

$661

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Mon 10/7

1 stop27h 19m

Lihue

Thu 10/17

2 stops16h 15m

$698

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Thu 1/2

1 stop13h 47m

Lihue

Fri 1/10

1 stop11h 25m

$732

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Thu 1/2

2 stops16h 54m

Lihue

Fri 1/10

1 stop11h 25m

$737

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Thu 1/2

2 stops16h 54m

Lihue

Fri 1/10

2 stops13h 57m

$742

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Mon 10/7

1 stop25h 19m

Lihue

Thu 10/17

1 stop15h 11m

$761

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Thu 1/2

1 stop13h 47m

Lihue

Sat 1/11

1 stop21h 29m

$813

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Thu 10/3

1 stop11h 29m

Lihue

Sat 10/12

2 stops20h 13m

$924

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Mon 10/7

2 stops20h 00m

Lihue

Thu 10/17

3 stops21h 03m

$1,125

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Lihue?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Lihue. Price data was last updated on July 23, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to Lihue, you should look to book at least 33 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to Lihue?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Lihue. Price data was last updated on July 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Lihue flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Lihue

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Temperature and rainfall in Lihue by month

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

LIH

Temperature

69.8 - 77 °F

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 July 25, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines from Des Moines to Lihue. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

A/C was not working on the ground so it was 110 degrees on the plane when we boarded and we sat there for almost 40 minutes because Austin’s gate system has not kept up with growth. Not Alaska’s fault 100% but it was miserable.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

A/C was not working on the ground so it was 110 degrees on the plane when we boarded and we sat there for almost 40 minutes because Austin’s gate system has not kept up with growth. Not Alaska’s fault 100% but it was miserable.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

A/C was not working on the ground so it was 110 degrees on the plane when we boarded and we sat there for almost 40 minutes because Austin’s gate system has not kept up with growth. Not Alaska’s fault 100% but it was miserable.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

A/C was not working on the ground so it was 110 degrees on the plane when we boarded and we sat there for almost 40 minutes because Austin’s gate system has not kept up with growth. Not Alaska’s fault 100% but it was miserable.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Des Moines to Lihue for under $700 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to Lihue for under $700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $661, but on average you can expect to pay $911.

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

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($661), American Airlines ($732), and Alaska Airlines ($1,125) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to Lihue. Users have found that United Airlines is 18% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What does DSM to LIH mean?

    Great question - DSM to LIH just means Des Moines Airport to Lihue Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Lihue that include extra baggage allowance?

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  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Lihue that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Des Moines to Lihue offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Des Moines to Lihue?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Des Moines to Lihue flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Des Moines to Lihue flight deals updated?

    The Des Moines to Lihue flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 7/24.

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Lihue (average of $422). Flying from Des Moines to Lihue in June is currently the most expensive (average of $691). 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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
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American AirlinesCheapest$462Average$668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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