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$48+ Cheap flights from Kentucky to Des Moines (DSM)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SDF — DSM
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$78
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$48
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$476
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Cheapest flights from Kentucky to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kentucky to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/237:55 pmBNA - DSM
Nonstop1h 42mAllegiant Air
Mon 5/265:25 pmDSM - BNA
Nonstop1h 40mAllegiant Air
Deal found 3/30$78
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/136:00 amBNA - DSM
1 stop6h 27mDelta
Tue 5/205:30 pmDSM - BNA
1 stop4h 59mDelta
Deal found 3/30$201
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/186:09 pmBNA - DSM
1 stop20h 31mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/215:15 pmDSM - BNA
Nonstop1h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$212
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Fri 4/119:29 pmTYS - DSM
1 stop25h 22mAllegiant Air
Sun 4/137:30 amDSM - TYS
1 stop27h 02mAllegiant Air
Deal found 3/30$227
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Wed 4/305:56 pmSDF - DSM
1 stop4h 56mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/63:34 pmDSM - SDF
1 stop5h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$247
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Tue 4/156:00 amLEX - DSM
1 stop5h 41mDelta
Sat 4/195:45 amDSM - LEX
1 stop5h 38mDelta
Deal found 3/31$248
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/156:45 amTYS - DSM
1 stop4h 33mDelta
Tue 10/215:45 amDSM - TYS
1 stop4h 20mDelta
Deal found 3/30$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/305:45 amSDF - DSM
1 stop6h 36mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/611:51 amDSM - SDF
2 stops9h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$252
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Fri 5/306:05 amCVG - DSM
1 stop14h 30mFrontier
Mon 6/28:38 pmDSM - CVG
1 stop27h 16mFrontier
Deal found 3/30$256
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Wed 6/257:40 amBNA - DSM
1 stop3h 20mSouthwest
Sat 6/284:05 pmDSM - BNA
1 stop8h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 3/30$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Tue 4/157:47 amLEX - DSM
2 stops9h 56mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/195:00 amDSM - LEX
1 stop7h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$264
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Tue 4/152:20 pmTYS - DSM
2 stops8h 32mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/198:00 amDSM - TYS
1 stop4h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$264

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kentucky to Des Moines 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 March 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kentucky to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Kentucky

Fly to

Des Moines

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Depart

Return

Price

NashvilleDes Moines

BNA - DSM

BNADSM

Nashville Intl

Fri 5/23

7:55 pm-9:37 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

Des Moines

Mon 5/26

5:25 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$78

NashvilleDes Moines

BNA - DSM

BNADSM

Nashville Intl

Tue 5/13

6:00 am-12:27 pm

1 stop6h 27m

Des Moines

Tue 5/20

5:30 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop4h 59m

$201

NashvilleDes Moines

BNA - DSM

BNADSM

Nashville Intl

Thu 9/18

6:09 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop20h 31m

Des Moines

Sun 9/21

5:15 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$212

KnoxvilleDes Moines

TYS - DSM

TYSDSM

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 4/11

9:29 pm-9:51 pm

1 stop25h 22m

Des Moines

Sun 4/13

7:30 am-11:32 am

1 stop27h 02m

$227

LouisvilleDes Moines

SDF - DSM

SDFDSM

Louisville Intl

Wed 4/30

5:56 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop4h 56m

Des Moines

Tue 5/6

3:34 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop5h 56m

$247

LexingtonDes Moines

LEX - DSM

LEXDSM

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 4/15

6:00 am-10:41 am

1 stop5h 41m

Des Moines

Sat 4/19

5:45 am-12:23 pm

1 stop5h 38m

$248

LouisvilleDes Moines

SDF - DSM

SDFDSM

Louisville Intl

Wed 4/30

5:45 am-11:21 am

1 stop6h 36m

Des Moines

Tue 5/6

11:51 am-9:53 pm

2 stops9h 02m

$252

CincinnatiDes Moines

CVG - DSM

CVGDSM

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 5/30

6:05 am-7:35 pm

1 stop14h 30m

Des Moines

Mon 6/2

8:38 pm-12:54 am

1 stop27h 16m

$256

NashvilleDes Moines

BNA - DSM

BNADSM

Nashville Intl

Wed 6/25

7:40 am-11:00 am

1 stop3h 20m

Des Moines

Sat 6/28

4:05 pm-12:30 am

1 stop8h 25m

$257

LexingtonDes Moines

LEX - DSM

LEXDSM

Lexington Blue Grass

Tue 4/15

7:47 am-4:43 pm

2 stops9h 56m

Des Moines

Sat 4/19

5:00 am-1:39 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$264

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

Find hourly flight availability from Kentucky to Des Moines. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 31, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Kentucky to Des Moines as you normally would.

Rainfall in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Des Moines ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Des Moines when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, 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 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. 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 Des Moines. Reviews last updated March 31, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Kentucky to Des Moines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,614 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
731 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines from Kentucky?

    For a flight from Kentucky to Des Moines, you will be flying into Des Moines. Des Moines (DSM) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Kentucky to Des Moines one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Kentucky to Des Moines are Allegiant Air ($48), American Airlines ($159), and Delta ($192).

  • What are the most popular routes from Kentucky to Des Moines?

    The most popular route from Kentucky to Des Moines is Knoxville McGhee Tyson - Des Moines. You may also consider Nashville Intl - Des Moines or Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky - Des Moines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kentucky to Des Moines 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 Kentucky to Des Moines?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kentucky to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Kentucky to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 3 airlines flying from Kentucky to Des Moines

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Kentucky to Des Moines. 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 March 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$228Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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