What is the cheapest airline that flies from Des Moines to Kansas City?

United Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from Des Moines to Kansas City

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Kansas City Airport?

Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Kansas City Airport were last updated today.

How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Kansas City Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to Kansas City Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kansas City Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Kansas City Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Kansas City Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

$213 Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Kansas City in 2024/25

1 adult

0 bags

"This year, momondo is the #1 place for airfares on the internet."

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names and deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customize your results.

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.

Search flight deals

Find the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Kansas City

Round-tripOne-way

Cheap round-trip flights

These are some of the best round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Kansas City that have been recently found on momondo from popular airlines, departing in the coming months.

Cheap one-way flights

Flying one-way? These are some of the best deals recently discovered on momondo for flights from Des Moines to Kansas City.

Cheap last minute flights

Planning a quick getaway from Des Moines to Kansas City? These are the last-minute flight deals available now.

Cheap direct flights

If you prefer a non-stop journey, check out our latest direct flight deals to Kansas City, so you can enjoy a seamless trip without layovers.

Cheap bus & train deals from Des Moines to Kansas City

Find recent round-trip train or bus tickets from Des Moines to Kansas City.

All round-trip flight deals to Kansas City

The cheapest plane tickets to Kansas City found on KAYAK recently.

5:40 am - 11:28 pmDSM-MCI

17h 48m1 stop

5:20 am - 4:13 pmMCI-DSM

10h 53m1 stop

$451United Airlines

Find Deal

Thu, Dec 19 - Wed, Dec 25

5:40 am - 11:28 pmDSM-MCI

17h 48m1 stop

5:20 am - 9:52 pmMCI-DSM

16h 32m2 stops

$456United Airlines

Find Deal

Thu, Dec 19 - Wed, Dec 25

8:00 am - 11:28 pmDSM-MCI

15h 28m2 stops

5:20 am - 9:52 pmMCI-DSM

16h 32m2 stops

$471United Airlines

Find Deal

Thu, Dec 19 - Wed, Dec 25

8:50 am - 11:28 pmDSM-MCI

14h 38m1 stop

5:45 am - 8:32 pmMCI-DSM

14h 47m1 stop

$512United Airlines

Find Deal

Sun, Jan 5 - Sun, Jan 12

9:00 am - 12:51 pmDSM-MCI

27h 51m1 stop

5:15 pm - 4:10 pmMCI-DSM

22h 55m1 stop

$528United Airlines

Find Deal

Tue, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 10

9:00 am - 12:51 pmDSM-MCI

27h 51m1 stop

5:15 pm - 2:21 pmMCI-DSM

21h 06m2 stops

$533United Airlines

Find Deal

Tue, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 10

5:06 pm - 12:51 pmDSM-MCI

19h 45m1 stop

5:15 pm - 2:21 pmMCI-DSM

21h 06m2 stops

$543United Airlines

Find Deal

Fri, Dec 6 - Tue, Dec 10

5:06 pm - 2:21 pmDSM-MCI

21h 15m2 stops

5:15 pm - 2:21 pmMCI-DSM

21h 06m2 stops

$553United Airlines

Find Deal

Fri, Dec 6 - Tue, Dec 10

8:50 am - 11:28 pmDSM-MCI

14h 38m1 stop

8:00 am - 8:32 pmMCI-DSM

12h 32m2 stops

$602United Airlines

Find Deal

Sun, Jan 5 - Sun, Jan 12

3:23 pm - 11:50 amDSM-MCI

20h 27m2 stops

5:15 pm - 2:21 pmMCI-DSM

21h 06m2 stops

$654United Airlines

Find Deal

Tue, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 10

7:12 pm - 10:10 amDSM-MCI

38h 58m3 stops

$213

Find Deal

Fri, Jan 10

7:12 pm - 2:55 pmDSM-MCI

19h 43m2 stops

$230

Find Deal

Fri, Jan 10

6:45 pm - 9:50 pmDSM-MCI

27h 05m1 stop

$388United Airlines

Find Deal

Fri, Jan 10

United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Kansas City

Our best United Airlines deals on Des Moines to Kansas City flight tickets

United Airlines

Dec 19

DSM5:40 amDes Moines

17h 48m

1 stop

MCI11:28 pmKansas City

Dec 25

MCI5:20 amKansas City

10h 53m

1 stop

DSM4:13 pmDes Moines

$451

Find similar

United Airlines

Dec 19

DSM5:40 amDes Moines

17h 48m

1 stop

MCI11:28 pmKansas City

Dec 25

MCI5:20 amKansas City

16h 32m

2 stops

DSM9:52 pmDes Moines

$456

Find similar

United Airlines

Dec 19

DSM8:00 amDes Moines

15h 28m

2 stops

MCI11:28 pmKansas City

Dec 25

MCI5:20 amKansas City

16h 32m

2 stops

DSM9:52 pmDes Moines

$471

Find similar

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Des Moines to Kansas City

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

Prices

Airlines

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Kansas City?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Kansas City is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as $0. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from Des Moines to Kansas City on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around $466. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Kansas City?

Flying to Kansas City from Des Moines at noon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $0 when looking at flights departing at noon. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $344. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

When to book flights from Des Moines to Kansas City

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Des Moines to Kansas City according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

Estimated round-trip price

Cheap Des Moines to Kansas City (DSM to MCI) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Des Moines to Kansas City

Best Price Found	$213
Fastest flight time	13h 50m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Kansas City	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Kansas City from Des Moines in the past 72 hours is $213. The best round-trip flight deal from Des Moines to Kansas City found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $451.

The fastest flight from Des Moines to Kansas City takes 13h 50m

There are no direct flights from Des Moines to Kansas City. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Des Moines Airport - Kansas City Airport.

There is 1 airport near Kansas City: Kansas City (MCI)

Search flight deals

How far is Des Moines to Kansas City by plane?
The distance between Des Moines and Kansas City is about 180.5 mi. Flights usually cover this in 13h 50m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Kansas City Airport?
Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Kansas City Airport were last updated today.
How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Kansas City Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to Kansas City Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kansas City Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Kansas City Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Kansas City Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Des Moines to Kansas City?

momondo collates all your flight options in one place and lets you filter them to find the perfect flight from Des Moines to Kansas City. momondo saves you time and could save you money on your trip.

Can I find flights from Des Moines to Kansas City with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights from Des Moines to Kansas City with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

How can momondo help me find flights from Des Moines to Kansas City?

momondo provides multiple filters to help you find the best flight to Kansas City from Des Moines. Filter by price, airline, airports, cabin, aircraft, payment method, number of stops and more.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Des Moines to Kansas City right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Price alerts on flights to Kansas City from Des Moines are quick and easy to set up on momondo. Simply perform a search and select the price alert feature. It is as simple as that.