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$372+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Honolulu (DSM - HNL)

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 4/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — HNL
Mar 31 — Apr 71
Mon 3/31
Mon 4/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Des Moines to Honolulu are usually found in November or January, booked 23 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Honolulu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Honolulu (HNL). 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 March 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$633
(Delta)

One-way from

$372
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$916
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Honolulu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Honolulu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 5/76:30 amDSM - HNL
1 stop13h 14mDelta
Wed 5/144:10 pmHNL - DSM
1 stop13h 09mDelta
Deal found 3/25$633
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 9/46:00 amDSM - HNL
2 stops15h 51mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/235:30 pmHNL - DSM
1 stop10h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/25$638
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Mon 4/211:45 pmDSM - HNL
1 stop11h 15mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/289:40 pmHNL - DSM
2 stops13h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/25$768
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Mon 6/23:40 pmDSM - HNL
2 stops23h 25mSouthwest
Mon 6/92:50 pmHNL - DSM
2 stops17h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 3/25$799
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 8/410:03 amDSM - HNL
2 stops16h 30mAlaska Airlines
Sat 8/92:33 pmHNL - DSM
2 stops19h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/25$984

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Honolulu 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 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Honolulu that are best for you.

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Des MoinesHonolulu

DSM - HNL

DSMHNL

Des Moines

Wed 5/7

6:30 am-2:44 pm

1 stop13h 14m

Honolulu

Wed 5/14

4:10 pm-10:19 am

1 stop13h 09m

$633

Des MoinesHonolulu

DSM - HNL

DSMHNL

Des Moines

Thu 4/24

11:38 am-9:58 pm

2 stops15h 20m

Honolulu

Thu 5/1

5:15 pm-10:30 am

1 stop12h 15m

$638

Des MoinesHonolulu

DSM - HNL

DSMHNL

Des Moines

Tue 5/6

5:30 am-5:08 pm

1 stop16h 38m

Honolulu

Sun 5/11

9:30 pm-5:29 pm

2 stops14h 59m

$654

Des MoinesHonolulu

DSM - HNL

DSMHNL

Des Moines

Mon 6/2

3:40 pm-10:05 am

2 stops23h 25m

Honolulu

Mon 6/9

2:50 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops17h 10m

$799

Des MoinesHonolulu

DSM - HNL

DSMHNL

Des Moines

Mon 4/14

5:00 am-6:45 pm

2 stops18h 45m

Honolulu

Sun 4/20

11:46 pm-11:54 pm

3 stops19h 08m

$1,255

Des MoinesHonolulu

DSM - HNL

DSMHNL

Des Moines

Wed 4/2

5:06 am-12:17 pm

1 stop12h 11m

$372

Des MoinesHonolulu

DSM - HNL

DSMHNL

Des Moines

Sun 5/25

6:00 am-4:01 pm

2 stops15h 01m

$412

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Honolulu in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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-Honolulu flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Honolulu flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Honolulu flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Honolulu 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-Honolulu flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Honolulu

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Honolulu

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Honolulu. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Des Moines to Honolulu may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 23 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Honolulu (average of $469). Flying from Des Moines to Honolulu in June is currently the most expensive (average of $687). 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 HNL?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Honolulu. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 26, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Des Moines to Honolulu in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 11% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to Honolulu?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Honolulu. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Honolulu flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Honolulu by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Honolulu ranges from 0.3 - 3.2 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.2 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Honolulu when rainfall is around 0.3 in.

Temperature in Honolulu by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Honolulu, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 73.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Honolulu

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Honolulu. 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 Honolulu. Reviews last updated March 26, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Des Moines to Honolulu. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

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
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

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
7,891 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

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
8,608 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

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
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

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 Des Moines to Honolulu. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Des Moines to Honolulu round-trip from $633. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $638, and American Airlines, from $654. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Honolulu for 24% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Honolulu (average of $469). Flying from Des Moines to Honolulu in June is currently the most expensive (average of $687). 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 4 airlines flying from Des Moines to Honolulu

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Honolulu. 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 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$604Average$844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$612Average$742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$633Average$790FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$657Average$874FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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