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$128+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Indianapolis (DSM - IND)

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 12/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — IND
dic. 23 — dic. 301
lun. 12/23
lun. 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Indianapolis (IND). 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 diciembre 18, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$179
(Frontier)

One-way from

$128
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$443
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Indianapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Indianapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on diciembre 18, 2024.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/297:08 pmDSM - IND
1 stop13h 15mFrontier
jue. 1/29:24 pmIND - DSM
1 stop17h 15mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$366
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
dom. 12/296:30 amDSM - IND
1 stop15h 34mMultiple Airlines
jue. 1/28:32 pmIND - DSM
3 stops27h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$510
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
dom. 12/226:55 amDSM - IND
1 stop3h 54mDelta
dom. 12/225:54 pmIND - DSM
1 stop4h 01mDelta
Deal found 12/18$656
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
dom. 12/226:30 amDSM - IND
1 stop9h 15mSouthwest
dom. 12/227:00 pmIND - DSM
2 stops5h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 12/18$661
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
jue. 12/198:30 amDSM - IND
1 stop8h 36mAllegiant Air
sáb. 12/216:45 amIND - DSM
1 stop9h 45mAllegiant Air
Deal found 12/18$684
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
jue. 12/195:45 amDSM - IND
1 stop3h 40mAmerican Airlines
vie. 12/206:35 amIND - DSM
1 stop5h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$757

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Indianapolis 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 diciembre 18, 2024.

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Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

jue. 1/2

7:08 pm-9:23 am

1 stop13h 15m

Indianapolis

sáb. 1/11

3:53 pm-10:11 am

1 stop19h 18m

$179

Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

mié. 1/8

12:15 pm-7:41 pm

1 stop6h 26m

Indianapolis

vie. 1/10

8:02 am-1:36 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$276

Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

jue. 1/30

12:55 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop9h 50m

Indianapolis

dom. 2/2

3:20 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$291

Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

vie. 1/31

5:14 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop4h 35m

Indianapolis

vie. 2/7

6:20 am-9:49 am

1 stop4h 29m

$306

Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

jue. 5/15

8:10 am-3:12 pm

1 stop6h 02m

Indianapolis

dom. 5/18

7:37 am-10:25 am

1 stop3h 48m

$366

Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

vie. 1/31

7:12 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops19h 43m

Indianapolis

dom. 2/2

5:30 am-10:14 pm

2 stops17h 44m

$371

Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

mié. 12/25

6:25 am-11:25 am

1 stop4h 00m

$128

Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

vie. 1/31

5:15 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops23h 00m

$309

Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

lun. 12/23

6:30 am-4:45 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$325

Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

mié. 12/25

5:45 am-7:43 pm

2 stops12h 58m

$398

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Deals found on 12/17

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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 Indianapolis in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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-Indianapolis flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Indianapolis flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Indianapolis flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Indianapolis 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-Indianapolis flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Indianapolis

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Des Moines to Indianapolis including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Indianapolis (average of $297). Flying from Des Moines to Indianapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $362). 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 IND?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Indianapolis. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated diciembre 18, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Des Moines to Indianapolis in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 1% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Rainfall in Indianapolis by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Indianapolis ranges from 2.3 - 5.1 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Indianapolis when rainfall is around 2.3 in.

Temperature in Indianapolis by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Indianapolis, 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 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 28.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Indianapolis

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Indianapolis. 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 Indianapolis. Reviews last updated diciembre 18, 2024.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,059 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Frontier
6.1
Okay
3,479 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Des Moines to Indianapolis is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $179 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Southwest, starting at $276 and $291 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Indianapolis for 54% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $128 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $309 and $325, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Indianapolis (average of $297). Flying from Des Moines to Indianapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $362). 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 Des Moines to Indianapolis

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Indianapolis. 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 diciembre 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$226Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$236Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$244Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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