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$377+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Kaua'i

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 5/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — LIH
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$1,101
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$377
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$595
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Kaua'i
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This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Fri 9/196:53 amDSM - LIH
2 stops15h 30mDelta
Thu 9/259:26 pmLIH - DSM
2 stops14h 47mDelta
Deal found 4/16$619
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Wed 10/295:39 amDSM - LIH
1 stop13h 23mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/510:11 pmLIH - DSM
1 stop11h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$628
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Wed 4/308:47 amDSM - LIH
1 stop11h 59mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/27:40 pmLIH - DSM
2 stops14h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$646
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/206:46 pmDSM - LIH
2 stops31h 29mAlaska Airlines
Wed 10/2910:10 pmLIH - DSM
2 stops15h 17mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/16$743

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Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Wed 4/30

8:47 am-3:46 pm

1 stop11h 59m

Lihue

Fri 5/2

7:40 pm-2:41 pm

2 stops14h 01m

$646

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Thu 4/24

5:00 am-2:58 pm

2 stops14h 58m

Lihue

Thu 5/1

9:32 pm-1:19 pm

1 stop10h 47m

$663

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Wed 4/30

5:45 am-7:11 pm

2 stops18h 26m

Lihue

Fri 5/2

10:00 pm-4:38 pm

2 stops13h 38m

$751

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Sat 5/31

7:01 am-7:00 pm

2 stops16h 59m

$377

Des MoinesLihue

DSM - LIH

DSMLIH

Des Moines

Sat 5/31

5:30 am-2:55 pm

1 stop14h 25m

$843

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Kaua'i?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Kaua'i (average of $440). Flying from Des Moines to Kaua'i in June is currently the most expensive (average of $683). 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 FUS?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Kaua'i. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 17, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Kaua'i by month

Plan your trip to Kaua'i by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kaua'i ranges from 2.2 - 6.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Kaua'i when rainfall is around 2.2 in.

Temperature in Kaua'i by month

Plan your trip to Kaua'i by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kaua'i, 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 69.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Kaua'i

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kaua'i. 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 Kaua'i. Reviews last updated April 17, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from Des Moines to Kaua'i. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Kaua'i?

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Des Moines to Kaua'i. It is only a 3.6 mi journey to Des Moines (DSM) from Des Moines’s city center.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Kaua'i?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Kaua'i (average of $440). Flying from Des Moines to Kaua'i in June is currently the most expensive (average of $683). 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 Kaua'i

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Kaua'i. 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 April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$536Average$730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$551Average$821FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$555Average$749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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