Cheap Flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Des Moines (DSM)

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Cheap Flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Des Moines (DSM)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

United
Wed, 24 Sep. - Thu, 25 Sep.
MCI
Kansas City
DSM
Des Moines
AU$851 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$851
Return
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, 24 Sep. from Kansas City to Des Moines, returning Thu, 25 Sep., priced at AU$851 found 5 days ago
Delta
Wed, 24 Sep. - Thu, 25 Sep.
MCI
Kansas City
DSM
Des Moines
AU$903 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$903
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, 24 Sep. from Kansas City to Des Moines, returning Thu, 25 Sep., priced at AU$903 found 5 days ago
United
Wed, 24 Sep. - Thu, 25 Sep.
MCI
Kansas City
DSM
Des Moines
AU$955 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$955
Return
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, 24 Sep. from Kansas City to Des Moines, returning Thu, 25 Sep., priced at AU$955 found 5 days ago
United
Wed, 24 Sep. - Thu, 25 Sep.
MCI
Kansas City
DSM
Des Moines
AU$958 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$958
Return
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, 24 Sep. from Kansas City to Des Moines, returning Thu, 25 Sep., priced at AU$958 found 5 days ago
American Airlines
Wed, 24 Sep. - Thu, 25 Sep.
MCI
Kansas City
DSM
Des Moines
AU$1,002 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$1,002
Return
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, 24 Sep. from Kansas City to Des Moines, returning Thu, 25 Sep., priced at AU$1,002 found 5 days ago
Delta
Wed, 24 Sep. - Thu, 25 Sep.
MCI
Kansas City
DSM
Des Moines
AU$1,047 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$1,047
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, 24 Sep. from Kansas City to Des Moines, returning Thu, 25 Sep., priced at AU$1,047 found 5 days ago
United
Wed, 24 Sep. - Thu, 25 Sep.
MCI
Kansas City
DSM
Des Moines
AU$1,048 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$1,048
Return
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, 24 Sep. from Kansas City to Des Moines, returning Thu, 25 Sep., priced at AU$1,048 found 5 days ago
United
Wed, 24 Sep. - Thu, 25 Sep.
MCI
Kansas City
DSM
Des Moines
AU$1,066 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$1,066
Return
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, 24 Sep. from Kansas City to Des Moines, returning Thu, 25 Sep., priced at AU$1,066 found 5 days ago
American Airlines
Wed, 24 Sep. - Thu, 25 Sep.
MCI
Kansas City
DSM
Des Moines
AU$1,109 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$1,109
Return
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, 24 Sep. from Kansas City to Des Moines, returning Thu, 25 Sep., priced at AU$1,109 found 5 days ago
Delta
Wed, 24 Sep. - Thu, 25 Sep.
MCI
Kansas City
DSM
Des Moines
AU$1,118 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$1,118
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, 24 Sep. from Kansas City to Des Moines, returning Thu, 25 Sep., priced at AU$1,118 found 5 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Des Moines (DSM)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From AU$305 - AU$1,417 per traveller.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flight from Kansas City to Des Moines route information
Origin airport
Kansas City Intl.
Destination airport
Des Moines Intl.
Return price
AU$850
Distance
263 km

Your quick guide to flights from Kansas City to Des Moines

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Find cheap flights from Kansas City to Des Moines

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from AU$851 to AU$1,118, you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from Kansas City to Des Moines around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to Des Moines is normally in September.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from MCI to Des Moines Intl. Airport?
Round-trip journeys from Kansas City Intl. Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) start from AU$851. This is based on fares offered within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year — make your booking ASAP so you don't miss out. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Des Moines Intl. Airport?
The majority of flights can be cancelled online, but each air carrier has its own terms and conditions. If you do have to cancel your flight, visit our Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from MCI to Des Moines Intl. Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Kansas City Intl. Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Kansas City Intl. Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
It's only 260 kilometres between Kansas City and Des Moines. It's quite possible that you'll spend more time getting to and from the airport than actually flying!
Which airlines fly direct from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to DSM?
Flying directly between Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) and DSM isn't possible at the moment. However, you'll still be able to book a flight to Des Moines with at least one stop.
Are MCI to DSM flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight tickets from MCI to Des Moines Intl. Airport are available up to a year before departure on Expedia. And although you may nab fantastic last-minute deals, it's never something you can count on. Also, booking your flights well in advance means you'll have more choices — and you can avoid being wedged in the dreaded middle seat! We're always updating our fares to bring you the best bargains, so keep checking in for all the latest specials.

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