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$150+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Indianapolis (DSM - IND)

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DSM — IND
Jan 21 — Jan 281
Tue 1/21
Tue 1/28
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Indianapolis

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 January 16, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$160
(Frontier)

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Average price

$481
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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 January 16, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/232:15 pmDSM - IND
1 stop24h 08mFrontier
Sun 4/274:23 pmIND - DSM
1 stop22h 01mFrontier
Deal found 1/15$150
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/1912:15 pmDSM - IND
1 stop4h 47mDelta
Wed 2/266:20 amIND - DSM
1 stop4h 29mDelta
Deal found 1/16$247
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/253:28 pmDSM - IND
1 stop5h 32mUnited Airlines
Thu 3/2711:25 amIND - DSM
1 stop3h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$277
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Wed 2/193:40 pmDSM - IND
1 stop17h 58mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/267:00 amIND - DSM
3 stops17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$282
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 2/256:30 amDSM - IND
2 stops8h 00mSouthwest
Sun 3/25:30 amIND - DSM
2 stops6h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 1/15$287
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Fri 8/154:22 pmDSM - IND
1 stop4h 32mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/177:20 pmIND - DSM
1 stop3h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/15$332
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Mon 1/209:00 amDSM - IND
1 stop10h 26mAllegiant Air
Thu 1/239:00 amIND - DSM
1 stop7h 50mAllegiant Air
Deal found 1/15$541

Find flights from Des Moines to Indianapolis within your budget

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 January 16, 2025.

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Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Fri 1/31

10:57 am-2:53 pm

1 stop26h 56m

Indianapolis

Sat 2/8

3:53 pm-9:57 am

1 stop19h 04m

$160

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DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Wed 2/19

6:50 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop3h 40m

Indianapolis

Wed 2/26

11:25 am-2:29 pm

1 stop4h 04m

$247

Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Wed 2/19

3:40 pm-10:38 am

1 stop17h 58m

Indianapolis

Wed 2/26

7:00 am-11:15 pm

3 stops17h 15m

$282

Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Tue 2/25

6:30 am-3:30 pm

2 stops8h 00m

Indianapolis

Sun 3/2

5:30 am-10:45 am

2 stops6h 15m

$287

Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Sat 3/1

6:30 am-11:22 am

1 stop3h 52m

Indianapolis

Sat 3/8

6:15 am-9:49 am

1 stop4h 34m

$317

Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Thu 4/3

6:20 pm-10:52 pm

1 stop3h 32m

Indianapolis

Sun 4/6

8:30 am-11:22 am

1 stop3h 52m

$347

Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Mon 1/20

9:00 am-8:26 pm

1 stop10h 26m

Indianapolis

Thu 1/23

9:00 am-3:50 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$541

Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Sun 4/6

3:17 pm-4:30 am

1 stop12h 13m

$172

Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Mon 1/20

3:45 pm-12:20 am

1 stop7h 35m

$325

Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Sat 3/15

5:29 pm-12:03 am

1 stop5h 34m

$349

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Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Indianapolis

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 Indianapolis in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice 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-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.

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Indianapolis

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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 January 16, 2025.

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 January 16, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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
4,659 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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
8,511 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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
8,965 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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.

Allegiant Air
7.4
Good
801 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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
4,659 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Indianapolis. 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 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 $160 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and United Airlines, starting at $247 and $277 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Indianapolis for 59% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • 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 January 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$226Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$244Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$244Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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