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$98 Find cheap flights from Austin to Des Moines

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Cheap flight deals from Austin to Des Moines (AUS-DSM)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Austin to Des Moines that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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6:37 pm - 8:43 pmAUS-DSM
2h 06mnonstop
9:33 pm - 11:37 pmDSM-AUS
2h 04mnonstop
$98Allegiant Air
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Thu, Jun 20 - Thu, Jun 27
6:33 pm - 8:39 pmAUS-DSM
2h 06mnonstop
10:58 am - 1:01 pmDSM-AUS
2h 03mnonstop
$109Allegiant Air
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Thu, Jul 11 - Sat, Jul 13
6:33 pm - 8:39 pmAUS-DSM
2h 06mnonstop
2:20 pm - 9:44 pmDSM-AUS
7h 24m1 stop
Thu, Jul 11 - Sat, Jul 13
6:37 pm - 8:43 pmAUS-DSM
2h 06mnonstop
2:24 pm - 8:20 amDSM-AUS
17h 56m1 stop
Thu, Jun 20 - Thu, Jun 27
5:49 am - 1:26 pmAUS-DSM
7h 37m1 stop
6:37 pm - 11:59 pmDSM-AUS
5h 22m1 stop
$223Delta
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Thu, Oct 17 - Tue, Oct 22
3:02 pm - 9:34 pmAUS-DSM
6h 32m1 stop
7:45 pm - 11:31 pmDSM-AUS
3h 46m1 stop
$238American Airlines
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Fri, Oct 18 - Mon, Oct 21
5:40 pm - 11:14 pmAUS-DSM
5h 34m1 stop
5:54 am - 11:22 amDSM-AUS
5h 28m1 stop
$275American Airlines
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Tue, Jun 18 - Wed, Jun 19
5:49 am - 1:26 pmAUS-DSM
7h 37m1 stop
6:37 pm - 11:59 pmDSM-AUS
5h 22m1 stop
$282Delta
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Thu, Oct 17 - Mon, Oct 21
2:55 pm - 9:04 pmAUS-DSM
6h 09m1 stop
3:28 pm - 11:00 pmDSM-AUS
7h 32m2 stops
$298United Airlines
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Sat, Oct 19 - Tue, Oct 22
8:37 am - 2:26 pmAUS-DSM
5h 49m1 stop
3:28 pm - 11:00 pmDSM-AUS
7h 32m2 stops
$367United Airlines
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Sat, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 21

Flights from Austin to Des Moines - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Austin to Des Moines to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Austin to Des Moines?

The average price of all flights from Austin to Des Moines clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
When flying from Austin to Des Moines, you should consider leaving on a Thursday and avoid Fridays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Austin, you’ll find the best rates on Thursdays and the most expensive ones on Mondays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Austin to Des Moines?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Austin to Des Moines, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Austin to Des Moines is September, where tickets cost $166 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and November, where the average cost of tickets is $413 and $371 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Austin to Des Moines?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Austin to Des Moines, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Austin to Des Moines, you should book around 2 days before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 83 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Austin to Des Moines?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the last 72 hours, the best return deals on flights connecting Austin to Des Moines were found on Allegiant Air ($98) and Frontier ($217). Frontier proposed the cheapest one-way flight at $143.

Which airlines fly non-stop between Austin and Des Moines?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from Austin to Des Moines.
There is just one airline that flies from Austin to Des Moines direct and that is Allegiant Air. The best one-way deal found from Allegiant Air for the route is $90.

How many flights are there between Austin and Des Moines per day?

There is a maximum of 1 nonstop flight a day that takes off from Austin and lands in Des Moines, with an average flight time of 2h 06m. The most common departure time is 6:00 pm and most flights take off in the evening. Each week, there are 4 flights.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Austin and Des Moines?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from Austin to Des Moines take?

Direct flights cover the 815 miles separating Austin to Des Moines in about 2h 06m.

What’s the earliest departure time from Austin to Des Moines?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Austin at 8:00 am and will be landing in Des Moines at 10:06 am.

What’s the latest departure time from Austin to Des Moines?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Austin to Des Moines jets off at 6:37 pm and lands at 8:43 pm.

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Low season

January

High season

May

Cheapest flight

$98
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 36% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 13% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Austin to Des Moines

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Austin to Des Moines based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Austin to Des Moines

  • Can I change my booking for flights from Austin to Des Moines?

    Yes, Southwest Airlines allows passengers to change their booking for flights from Austin to Des Moines, subject to certain conditions. Passengers can change their booking in two ways with Southwest Airlines. You can change your booking online or over the phone by calling Southwest Airlines customer service. A representative will assist with changing the booking and finding a new flight.

  • What services does American Airlines offer business class passengers on flights from Austin to Des Moines?

    American Airlines' business class, also known as "Flagship Business," offers a range of services and amenities to enhance the travel experience for passengers. For example, business class passengers receive priority check-in and boarding, allowing them to bypass long lines and board the plane early.

  • How do I get from Des Moines Airport (DSM) to the city center?

    Taxis are available at DSM's ground transportation area. The ride to the city center takes about 10-15 minutes, depending on traffic. The Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority (DART) also operates several bus routes that connect the airport to the downtown area. Route 8 operates daily and stops at the airport terminal, while Route 24 operates on weekdays and stops at the airport cargo area.

  • What classes of travel are available on United Airlines flights from Austin to Des Moines?

    United Airlines offers four classes of travel on most of its flights from Austin to Des Moines: Economy, Economy Plus, Business, and First. Economy is the standard class, offering comfortable seats and a variety of food and beverage options. Economy Plus provides extra legroom for a more comfortable experience. Business offers lie-flat seats and premium amenities, while First offers the most luxurious experience.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Austin to Des Moines?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Austin to Des Moines was $143 for a one-way ticket and $98 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Austin and Des Moines?

    A passport is not required to fly from Austin to Des Moines.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Austin to Des Moines?

    When flying out of Austin you will be using Austin Bergstrom. You will be landing at Des Moines, also known as Des Moines.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Austin to Des Moines?

    American Airlines, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Austin to Des Moines flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Austin to Des Moines?

    The Airbus A319 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Austin to Des Moines flight route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Austin to Des Moines?

    You can catch a nonstop flight from Austin to Des Moines on on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Austin to Des Moines, Delta or Allegiant Air?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Austin to Des Moines are Delta and Allegiant Air. With an average price for the route of $383 and an overall rating of 8.0, Delta is the most popular choice. Allegiant Air is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $139 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Austin to Des Moines?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Austin to Des Moines.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Austin to Des Moines?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Des Moines from Austin is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Austin to Des Moines?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Des Moines with an airline and back to Austin with another airline. Booking your flights between Austin and DSM can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Austin to Des Moines?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Des Moines from Austin up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Austin to Des Moines

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $92 or less one-way and $108 or less round-trip.
  • American Airlines offers several services for families traveling with kids on flights from Austin (AUS) to Des Moines (DSM). Families with young children can board the plane early, allowing them more time to settle in and get organized. American Airlines provides bassinets or carrycot seats for infants, subject to availability.
  • United Airlines offers flights from Austin to Des Moines and they announced a partnership with Carbon Engineering to invest in a direct air capture (DAC) carbon capture technology. This technology removes carbon dioxide from the atmosphere hence reducing its carbon footprint.
  • Delta offers a range of services for people with reduced mobility on flights from Austin to Des Moines. Delta provides wheelchair assistance for passengers who require it, from check-in to their destination. Delta also assists with boarding and deplaning for passengers with reduced mobility.
  • Allegiant Air allows passengers to travel with small pets in the cabin of the plane on flights from Austin to Des Moines. Pets must be able to fit in a pet carrier that can be stowed under the seat in front of the passenger. The maximum size for the pet carrier is 9"H x 16" W x 19"L.
  • Austin-Bergstrom Airport (AUS) is a hub for Southwest Airlines. Southwest Airlines provides direct flights to more than 30 destinations from AUS including flights from Austin to Des Moines, and the airline carries a significant percentage of the total passenger traffic at the airport.
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Prefer to fly non-stop from Austin to Des Moines?

Find which airlines fly direct from Austin Bergstrom to Des Moines, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Nonstop departures

Austin Bergstrom to Des Moines

Tuesday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Thursday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Saturday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Sunday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

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Nonstop returns

Des Moines to Austin Bergstrom

Tuesday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Thursday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Saturday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

Sunday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

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Top 4 airlines serving from Austin to Des Moines

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Austin to Des Moines. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Austin to Des Moines? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
DeltaOverall score based on 10368 reviews
7.9Comfort
8.6Crew
8.2Boarding
7.4Food
8.0Entertainment
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It was pretty good I was worried with the short Layover that I might not catch my connection but the gate was there

8.0 Excellentmilton, Jun 2024ANC - MSP
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It was pretty good I was worried with the short Layover that I might not catch my connection but the gate was there

It was good until there was a 3 hour delay because there was not any pilots to fly the plane.

There was plenty of overhead room but half of the passengers were told they had to check their carryon bags. My partner and I checked in as early as possible and our seats were split across the aisle.

Friendly flight attendants. Comfort plus seats were very comfortable and had lots of leg room. 10A and 10 B.

Flew first class so everything was great. But maybe because the flights were red eye, no meals were served, just chips. I flew Alaska Air 1st class at 9PM (2 hour flight) and they served beef short rib sliders!

Had to change aircraft due to a faulty door. Surprisingly it only caused about an hour and a half of delay. Delta handled this situation as well as can be expected.

Awful. Flight was continuously getting delayed and gates kept changing without any reason. Flight was delayed for more then 3 hours

Paid premium for Delta only to be on safe but tired old 767 with ancient cabin in mediocre condition. Poor wifi and horrible inflight entertainment. Hardly a premium experience. Should have flown SW and had fun flight crew and no pretense

Our flight to Zurich was delayed by almost 3 hours, so we missed our next flight. There was no indication it would be delayed this much. We were told the gate had changed and then it apparently took over 2 hours to load the "catering" on the plane. We were not compensated in any way for the trouble.

Rated entertainment as Mediocre as there were major problems with the Infotainment system that took probably a half hour for them to fix.

Flight was good, boarding was a breeze, flight attendants were friendly and professional. There was a medical issue with another passenger and the crew handled it in a calm and professional way.

The net issue I had was with the gate agent. We had added a carryon to our boarding pass when we checked bags. When I got to the boarding gate the agent was rude asking why I had a backpack - I said I added it - even had an orange tag on it. She ripped my tag off and swung her monitor around to show me how she was right- saying it isn’t wasn’t listed - only a checked bag. I explained again that I wasn’t sure what the issue was but I wouldn’t have an orange tag if I hadn’t added it. Then she finally checked my husband’s boarding pass and found that the agent at checkin had added my carryon to his boarding pass instead of mine. She sent me on my way without my orange tag. Was a bit embarrassing for me the tone she used with me assuming I was trying to get away with something.

Gate agent asked if I could switch seats so a family could sit together. Agent moved me to a seat in the front of the plane, no charge. It was easy. The agent did a great job.

Great seat space. However food and drink prices outrageous. Jabbing to pay for a carry on bag or stuck paying at the gate too much.

Every Allegiant Air flight I've ever taken has been delayed. This flight was delayed a full 2 hours. It was excuse after excuse after excuse. It was a flight from southern Florida. They made us board the plane on time, but made us wait for 2 hours on the tarmac. Because the engines were kept shut off, so was the air conditioning. One can only imagine how hot the air was in the cabin over those 2 hours on the tarmac, while in the hot Florida sun. Just terrible.

Actually, for the price, I'm willing to put up with a little discomfort (upright chairs) and at times inconveniences (like any airline), lack of entertainment (I can bring my own). My flight was non stop and smooth. I would fly this route again.

The flight was delayed 6 hours and we were only offered an $8 food credit. My husband stood in line to get the credit for 45 minutes and when he got close to the end of the line the computers went down.

Worst ever! Flight cancelled supposedly for weather even though we k ow of many others who flew into Bangor same time no problem. At the airport there was no customer service at all just refund and no possibility of rebook for 3-4 days. Aweful won’t fly with them again!!

It’s a budget airline so adjust expectations accordingly. Nothing is without a fee but such is necessary for tickets to remain so affordable.

No complaints. It’s a budget airline so can’t expect any frills.

My seat was broken. WiFi didn’t work. Gate crew at HOU were rude and condescending. Treated all the passengers badly. Bad experience, United.

This flight was delayed multiple times and eventually canceled around 2-3ish. Original take off time was around 10:30am. By 3, there were no other options out of Houston, so stuck in Houston for from 3pm - 11am the next day.

The plane was dirty and the in seat air wasn't blowing as planes usually do.

There was a group of school age passengers that were very loud and unruly with their chaperones were no where to be found.

On time every leg of the journey and exceptional staff at counter, gate, and on board. I haven’t travelled in US for a long time and was genuinely surprised how pleasant this was.

The delays (5 hrs) were a comedy of errors, and the multiple safety issues encountered were very concerning.

Trip was smooth bumpy from the wind but no issues at all the crew attendant was very pleasant and had great customer service

I liked everything about the flight. The service was excellent!

The customer service was excellent! Check-in, baggage check-in, boarding, the flight went very smooth.

Delayed a day due to snow storm. Was upgraded. That kind of made up for significant delays from FLL to COS with no compensation or acknowledgement.

Nothing, terrible travel experience due to weather and maintenance delays and was left stranded in Austin.

Experience was bad. 3.5 hour delay for a 2.5 hour trip. There was no r Transparency about the reason for the delay and it was done 30 mins at a time.

Everything was great except for the wifi was junk. Crew was super friendly and helpful

The flight was short. However, my bag was delayed and was put on another flight.

Left from gate 30 minutes before flight. Never been late to a flight ever. It says 15 minutes before explicitly on the ticket.

Flight was cancelled had to move to another gate late again no internet paid for the month and never can use it waste of money

Flight delayed over an over all day until it cancelled at 1:30am. Would not repeatedly delay that late. Offer hotel rooms and rebook early. Very difficult for families with small children

Missed the flight because of them and up geting a rental car

Flight was fine. It took an unusually long time to have baggage delivered to the carousel in ORD.

I arrived to the airport 2 hours before my American Airlines flight was scheduled to take off. I have TSA pre-check. The airport was crazy packed when I arrived. After momentarily standing in the pre-check line, the TSA agent said that I am not pre-check. Of course I said that I am because I entered my KTN number on all my traveling sites and programs. I had to get out of line and go back to the AA counter to discover that American Airlines did not add my KTN to my boarding pass. I had to call TSA to find out my number, then have AA enter it onto my boarding pass. The emblem would not load onto my boarding pass. By this time, I decided to use my Clear in order to get through TSA but the line was ridiculous long. By the time I made through TSA, I missed my 11:08am flight and was re-booked for the 5:30pm. This is after the AA employee told me I should have gotten to the airport early. AA use to be a dependable airline not I use them only if I have too.

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Austin to Des Moines found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
6/29Sat
1 stopFrontier
11h 03mAUS-DSM
$143
6/17Mon
1 stopFrontier
10h 59mAUS-DSM
$155
7/12Fri
1 stopAmerican Airlines
4h 18mAUS-DSM
$173
6/12Wed
1 stopAmerican Airlines
8h 16mAUS-DSM
$207
7/5Fri
2 stopsUnited Airlines
9h 04mAUS-DSM
$213
7/12Fri
2 stopsAllegiant Air
28h 04mAUS-DSM
$258
7/12Fri
2 stopsAllegiant Air
28h 04mAUS-DSM
$259
6/29Sat
2 stopsUnited Airlines
25h 58mAUS-DSM
$336
6/16Sun
1 stopDelta
4h 56mAUS-DSM
$447
6/16Sun
1 stopDelta
4h 56mAUS-DSM
$509

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Last minute flights from Austin to Des Moines

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Austin to Des Moines that are departing in the next 10 days.
6/7Fri
multi-stop
5h 04mAUS-DSM
6/9Sun
nonstop
2h 04mDSM-AUS
$321
6/7Fri
multi-stopFrontier
5h 04mAUS-DSM
6/9Sun
multi-stopFrontier
17h 51mDSM-AUS
$445
6/11Tue
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
6h 07mAUS-DSM
6/12Wed
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
6h 12mDSM-AUS
$448
6/11Tue
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
12h 18mAUS-DSM
6/12Wed
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
6h 12mDSM-AUS
$613
6/11Tue
multi-stopUnited Airlines
9h 07mAUS-DSM
6/12Wed
multi-stopUnited Airlines
9h 22mDSM-AUS
$663
6/7Fri
multi-stop
19h 40mAUS-DSM
6/9Sun
multi-stop
27h 53mDSM-AUS
$781

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Austin - Des Moines Flights

Departure:

Austin (AUS)United States

Destination:

Des Moines (DSM)United States

Return flight deals:

Des Moines - Austin

Cabin classes:

$102