CA $698 Cheap Flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Des Moines (DSM)

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Cheap flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Des Moines (DSM)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $698 for one-way flights and for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Des Moines (DSM)

May is typically the cheapest month to fly

From CA $318 - CA $996 per traveller.

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Flight from Kansas City to Des Moines (MCI - DSM) route information
Origin airport
Kansas City Intl.
Destination airport
Des Moines Intl.
Distance
263 km

Kansas City to Des Moines Flights

The easy way to book your flights from Kansas City to Des Moines 

With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to Des Moines from Kansas City whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. Enter your travel dates, hit search, and choose your flight from 3 airlines that cover this route. There are nonstop flights to Des Moines Intl., too.  

Choose your preferred carrier and cabin class with the advanced search tool and select your ideal departure time. Then, if you want, you can see just nonstop or refundable flights. And if you’re traveling last minute, just enter the date to check out flights from Kansas City to Des Moines today, tomorrow, or this week.  

 

Save dollars with cheap flights from Kansas City Intl., MCI to Des Moines Intl., DSM 

Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from Kansas City to Des Moines—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to Des Moines from Kansas City currently is just rising to .  

Here are more money-saving tips: 

  • Fly in when flight prices are normally at their lowest 
  • Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to Des Moines  
  • Avoid peak season and weekends when flights can cost more
  • Early morning and late-night flights are sometimes cheaper, so try varying your travel times 
  • One surefire way to save money on your flight is to book your flight and hotel together with Expedia. Sometimes, the savings are so large that the flight is basically free! 

 

Reasons to choose Expedia for your flight to Des Moines from Kansas City 

Whatever your destination, budget, or reason to travel, in just one quick search, you can choose from loads of flights, airlines, and cabin classes. The filters make it quick and easy to find your ideal flights, and if you choose one of the flexible options, you won’t be charged to change your flight. So book your flight to Des Moines with Expedia today.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
Within the past 7 days on Expedia, for flights departing within the next year, the lowest price available for a round-trip flight between MCI and DSM was . Great fares don't stick around for long, so book yours today. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Kansas City Intl. Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
Each airline has a different set of terms and conditions. If you decide to cancel your trip, head to our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from Kansas City Intl. Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport that have flexible change policies?
Flights from Kansas City Intl. Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport with flexible change policies are available with many carriers. Simply use our "No change fees" filter while searching. You'll only need to pay the cost difference between the two flights, without any added fees to worry about.
How many hours is the flight from Kansas City Intl. Airport to DSM?
It takes approximately 4 hours and 34 minutes to fly from Kansas City Intl. Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport. But with some music and a good book, the hours will pass by quicker.
How far is the flight from MCI to DSM?
It's just 260 kilometres between Kansas City and Des Moines. It's quite possible that you'll spend more time travelling to and from the airport than actually flying!
Which airlines fly direct from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
Delta (DL) is a popular choice. It offers 0 flights between Kansas City Intl. Airport and Des Moines Intl. Airport each month. Offering 0 flights each month on this route, American Airlines (AA) is another fantastic option.
Are Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to Des Moines Intl. Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight tickets from MCI to DSM are available up to a year before departure on Expedia. And although you may pick up a fantastic last-minute deal, it's not something you should count on. Also, booking your flights ahead of time means you'll have more options — and you can avoid ending up with the dreaded middle seat! We're constantly updating our fares to bring you the best bargains, so keep checking in for all the latest specials.

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