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

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Flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Des Moines (DSM)
Origin airport
Kansas City Intl.
Destination airport
Des Moines Intl.
Distance
263 km

Your quick guide to flights from Kansas City to Des Moines

Pick up great flights from Kansas City to Des Moines

With Expedia, you have your pick of flights a day with airlines covering flights from Kansas City to Des Moines. Whether you’re on a business trip, a family holiday or a luxury break, just enter your travel dates, hit search then check out your choice of flights. Select from return, one way or multi-city flights, and use the advance search tool if you want a direct or refundable flight. You can narrow your search to show you just your preferred cabin class and airline, too. It’s all easy. You can book direct flights from Kansas City to Des Moines that take around hours.

Find cheap flights from Kansas City to Des Moines

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from to , you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from Kansas City to Des Moines around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to Des Moines is normally in .

Reasons to book your flight from Kansas City to Des Moines with Expedia

Expedia makes it easy to find, book, and travel, with everything you need all in one place. When you enter your travel details, find fantastic deals just for you on flight tickets from Kansas City to Des Moines across all the main airline carriers, so you can save time, dollars, and hassle finding the perfect flight. If you think your plans could change, choose refundable flights so any changes won’t cost you more. Book your flight to Des Moines right now and, if you join Expedia Rewards, you earn points this time and every time you travel with Expedia.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from MCI to Des Moines Intl. Airport?
Round-trip journeys from Kansas City Intl. Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) start from . This is based on fares offered within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year — make your booking ASAP so you don’t miss out. 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 (MCI) to Des Moines Intl. Airport?
The majority of flights can be cancelled online, but each air carrier has its own terms and conditions. If you do have to cancel your flight, visit our Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from MCI to Des Moines Intl. Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for Kansas City Intl. Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Kansas City Intl. Airport to Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
It’s only 260 kilometres between Kansas City and Des Moines. It’s quite possible that you’ll spend more time getting to and from the airport than actually flying!
Which airlines fly direct from Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) to DSM?
Flying directly between Kansas City Intl. Airport (MCI) and DSM isn’t possible at the moment. However, you’ll still be able to book a flight to Des Moines with at least one stop.
Are MCI to DSM flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight tickets from MCI to Des Moines Intl. Airport are available up to a year before departure on Expedia. And although you may nab fantastic last-minute deals, it’s never something you can count on. Also, booking your flights well in advance means you’ll have more choices — and you can avoid being wedged in the dreaded middle seat! We’re always updating our fares to bring you the best bargains, so keep checking in for all the latest specials.
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