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$287+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Little Rock (DSM - LIT)

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 11/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — LIT
Nov 22 — Nov 291
Sat 11/22
Sat 11/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Little Rock

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Little Rock (LIT). 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 October 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$287
(United Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$320
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Little Rock
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Little Rock. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 23, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 11/191:05 pmDSM - LIT
1 stop4h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/264:40 pmLIT - DSM
1 stop7h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/22$287
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 12/56:33 pmDSM - LIT
1 stop5h 04mDelta
Fri 12/126:55 amLIT - DSM
1 stop6h 36mDelta
Deal found 10/21$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Wed 11/192:45 pmDSM - LIT
2 stops8h 42mDelta
Wed 11/265:25 amLIT - DSM
1 stop5h 17mDelta
Deal found 10/22$292
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
Tue 11/253:15 pmDSM - LIT
1 stop7h 14mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/25:22 pmLIT - DSM
1 stop5h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/23$301
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 11/126:05 amDSM - LIT
1 stop5h 17mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/174:40 pmLIT - DSM
1 stop7h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/20$312
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Wed 11/125:00 amDSM - LIT
1 stop4h 32mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/175:42 amLIT - DSM
2 stops7h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/20$317
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 11/72:13 pmDSM - LIT
1 stop6h 39mDelta
Wed 11/125:25 amLIT - DSM
1 stop5h 17mDelta
Deal found 10/22$338
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Tue 11/116:15 amDSM - LIT
2 stops9h 15mSouthwest
Mon 11/174:05 pmLIT - DSM
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 10/22$343
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Wed 11/196:15 amDSM - LIT
2 stops9h 15mSouthwest
Wed 11/262:30 pmLIT - DSM
2 stops9h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 10/22$362
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 12/72:59 pmDSM - LIT
2 stops8h 38mDelta
Sun 12/1411:12 amLIT - DSM
2 stops9h 34mDelta
Deal found 10/23$363

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Little Rock 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 October 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Little Rock that are best for you.

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Des MoinesLittle Rock

DSM - LIT

DSMLIT

Des Moines

Wed 11/19

1:05 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop4h 35m

Little Rock

Wed 11/26

4:40 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$287

Des MoinesLittle Rock

DSM - LIT

DSMLIT

Des Moines

Wed 11/19

11:30 am-5:47 pm

1 stop6h 17m

Little Rock

Wed 11/26

6:43 pm-12:21 am

1 stop5h 38m

$287

Des MoinesLittle Rock

DSM - LIT

DSMLIT

Des Moines

Fri 12/5

6:33 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop5h 04m

Little Rock

Fri 12/12

6:55 am-1:31 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$289

Des MoinesLittle Rock

DSM - LIT

DSMLIT

Des Moines

Sun 12/7

6:33 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop5h 04m

Little Rock

Sun 12/14

5:25 am-10:38 am

1 stop5h 13m

$289

Des MoinesLittle Rock

DSM - LIT

DSMLIT

Des Moines

Wed 11/19

2:45 pm-11:27 pm

2 stops8h 42m

Little Rock

Wed 11/26

5:25 am-10:42 am

1 stop5h 17m

$292

Des MoinesLittle Rock

DSM - LIT

DSMLIT

Des Moines

Tue 11/25

3:15 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Little Rock

Tue 12/2

5:22 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop5h 07m

$301

Des MoinesLittle Rock

DSM - LIT

DSMLIT

Des Moines

Wed 11/12

6:05 am-11:22 am

1 stop5h 17m

Little Rock

Mon 11/17

4:40 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$312

Des MoinesLittle Rock

DSM - LIT

DSMLIT

Des Moines

Fri 2/27

5:10 am-11:05 am

1 stop5h 55m

Little Rock

Mon 3/2

5:20 am-10:50 am

1 stop5h 30m

$313

Des MoinesLittle Rock

DSM - LIT

DSMLIT

Des Moines

Wed 11/12

5:00 am-9:32 am

1 stop4h 32m

Little Rock

Mon 11/17

5:42 am-1:16 pm

2 stops7h 34m

$317

Des MoinesLittle Rock

DSM - LIT

DSMLIT

Des Moines

Tue 4/14

5:15 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop6h 19m

Little Rock

Wed 4/15

5:45 am-10:16 am

1 stop4h 31m

$317

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Deals found on 10/22

Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Little Rock

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 Little Rock in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
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-Little Rock flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Little Rock flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Little Rock flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Little Rock flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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-Little Rock flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Little Rock. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 23, 2025.

When flying from Des Moines to Little Rock, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 33% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Little Rock

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Little Rock. 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 Little Rock. Reviews last updated October 23, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest and American Airlines from Des Moines to Little Rock have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,236 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,236 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,236 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,033 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,236 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Little Rock?

    Departing from Des Moines to Little Rock will take you 4h 35m. Airlines will cover a distance of 477 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Des Moines to Little Rock is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $246 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Southwest, starting at $280. These flights start at 42% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Little Rock by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to Little Rock

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Little Rock. 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 October 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$280Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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