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$44+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Kentucky

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DSM — SDF
Feb 27 — Mar 61
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Round-trip from

$114
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$44
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June

Average price

$336
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Kentucky
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Kentucky. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 22, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/142:00 pmDSM - BNA
Nonstop1h 36mAllegiant Air
Fri 7/184:26 pmBNA - DSM
Nonstop1h 40mAllegiant Air
Deal found 2/20$114
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 4/77:30 amDSM - BNA
2 stops27h 29mMultiple Airlines
Fri 4/119:26 pmBNA - DSM
Nonstop1h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$160
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Thu 3/205:45 amDSM - TYS
1 stop4h 29mDelta
Thu 3/276:45 amTYS - DSM
1 stop5h 29mDelta
Deal found 2/21$249
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Wed 3/52:31 pmDSM - CVG
1 stop27h 41mAllegiant Air
Fri 3/79:17 pmCVG - DSM
1 stop27h 17mAllegiant Air
Deal found 2/21$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sat 5/33:08 pmDSM - TYS
2 stops7h 37mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/105:15 amTYS - DSM
1 stop6h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$254
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 5/167:30 amDSM - TYS
1 stop9h 42mAllegiant Air
Mon 5/199:21 pmTYS - DSM
1 stop18h 33mAllegiant Air
Deal found 2/21$257
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Mon 4/71:31 pmDSM - SDF
2 stops32h 27mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/149:27 pmSDF - DSM
1 stop19h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$261
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 3/255:29 pmDSM - SDF
1 stop5h 39mAmerican Airlines
Fri 4/46:00 amSDF - DSM
1 stop7h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/22$262
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Fri 2/287:17 pmDSM - CVG
1 stop11h 26mFrontier
Sun 3/27:27 pmCVG - DSM
1 stop23h 47mFrontier
Deal found 2/21$272
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Thu 5/87:36 pmDSM - TYS
1 stop19h 28mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/127:15 amTYS - DSM
2 stops16h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$275
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Sat 9/62:14 pmDSM - LEX
1 stop6h 08mDelta
Sun 9/76:00 amLEX - DSM
1 stop5h 14mDelta
Deal found 2/22$284
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Thu 5/86:30 amDSM - CVG
1 stop5h 38mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/127:40 pmCVG - DSM
1 stop5h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/21$287

Find flights from Des Moines to Kentucky within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Kentucky 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 February 22, 2025.

Fly from

Des Moines

Fly to

Kentucky

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Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Mon 7/14

2:00 pm-3:36 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

Nashville Intl

Fri 7/18

4:26 pm-6:06 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$114

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Mon 4/7

7:30 am-10:59 am

2 stops27h 29m

Nashville Intl

Fri 4/11

9:26 pm-11:13 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

$160

Des MoinesKnoxville

DSM - TYS

DSMTYS

Des Moines

Thu 3/20

5:45 am-11:14 am

1 stop4h 29m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 3/27

6:45 am-11:14 am

1 stop5h 29m

$249

Des MoinesCincinnati

DSM - CVG

DSMCVG

Des Moines

Wed 3/5

2:31 pm-7:12 pm

1 stop27h 41m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 3/7

9:17 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop27h 17m

$249

Des MoinesKnoxville

DSM - TYS

DSMTYS

Des Moines

Sat 5/3

3:08 pm-11:45 pm

2 stops7h 37m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 5/10

5:15 am-11:13 am

1 stop6h 58m

$254

Des MoinesKnoxville

DSM - TYS

DSMTYS

Des Moines

Fri 5/16

7:30 am-6:12 pm

1 stop9h 42m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 5/19

9:21 pm-2:54 pm

1 stop18h 33m

$257

Des MoinesLouisville

DSM - SDF

DSMSDF

Des Moines

Mon 4/7

1:31 pm-10:58 pm

2 stops32h 27m

Louisville Intl

Mon 4/14

9:27 pm-3:28 pm

1 stop19h 01m

$261

Des MoinesLouisville

DSM - SDF

DSMSDF

Des Moines

Tue 3/25

5:29 pm-12:08 am

1 stop5h 39m

Louisville Intl

Fri 4/4

6:00 am-12:07 pm

1 stop7h 07m

$262

Des MoinesKnoxville

DSM - TYS

DSMTYS

Des Moines

Thu 5/8

7:36 pm-4:04 pm

1 stop19h 28m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 5/12

7:15 am-11:13 pm

2 stops16h 58m

$275

Des MoinesCincinnati

DSM - CVG

DSMCVG

Des Moines

Thu 5/8

6:30 am-1:08 pm

1 stop5h 38m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 5/12

7:40 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop5h 18m

$287

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Kentucky

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Kentucky (average of $299). Flying from Des Moines to Kentucky in April is currently the most expensive (average of $369). 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.

Rainfall in Kentucky by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kentucky ranges from 3.1 - 5.3 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.3 in. September is typically the driest time to visit Kentucky when rainfall is around 3.1 in.

Temperature in Kentucky by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kentucky, 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 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Kentucky

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kentucky. 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 Kentucky. Reviews last updated February 22, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Des Moines to Kentucky have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,754 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
764 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

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

    Des Moines (DSM), located 3.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Des Moines to Kentucky.

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    For one-way options, check prices for Allegiant Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $44. Users have also found prices from $66 and $124 on Frontier and Delta, respectively.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Des Moines to Kentucky consider Des Moines - Nashville Intl, Des Moines - Louisville Intl or Des Moines - Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky as they are the most popular.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Kentucky (average of $299). Flying from Des Moines to Kentucky in April is currently the most expensive (average of $369). 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 Kentucky

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Kentucky. 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 February 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$224Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$237Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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