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Cheapest round-trip
$339
Typical prices: $318-$553
United Airlines
Mon 12/10Thu 12/13
CAK - DSM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$396
Typical prices: $308-$436
Allegiant Air
Thu 11/29
CAK - DSM • 1 stop
When to travel
December
Cheapest • 37% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Jacksonville (JAX)
Cheapest • Avg $238 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 4h 32m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Akron to Des Moines (CAK-DSM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Akron to Des Moines

Thu, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 13
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5:00 am - 10:37 amCAK  Akron/Canton-DSM Des Moines
6h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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3:20 pm - 8:57 pmDSM  Des Moines-CAK Akron/Canton
4h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$339United Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 13
American Airlines Logo
6:21 am - 10:58 amCAK  Akron/Canton-DSM Des Moines
5h 37m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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9:23 am - 9:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-CAK Akron/Canton
10h 47m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$344American Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
United Airlines Logo
7:04 am - 10:32 amCAK  Akron/Canton-DSM Des Moines
4h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:05 pm - 9:19 pmDSM  Des Moines-CAK Akron/Canton
7h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$369United Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
American Airlines Logo
5:10 am - 1:28 pmCAK  Akron/Canton-DSM Des Moines
9h 18m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:58 pm - 9:25 pmDSM  Des Moines-CAK Akron/Canton
6h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$374American Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
American Airlines Logo
5:10 am - 1:28 pmCAK  Akron/Canton-DSM Des Moines
9h 18m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:23 am - 7:32 pmDSM  Des Moines-CAK Akron/Canton
11h 09m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas
$379American Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
United Airlines Logo
7:04 am - 10:32 amCAK  Akron/Canton-DSM Des Moines
4h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:15 am - 1:12 pmDSM  Des Moines-CAK Akron/Canton
5h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$433United Airlines
Wed, Feb 3 - Sat, Feb 6
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5:53 pm - 11:14 pmCAK  Akron/Canton-DSM Des Moines
6h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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11:22 am - 5:11 pmDSM  Des Moines-CAK Akron/Canton
4h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$439United Airlines
Wed, Feb 3 - Sat, Feb 6
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5:00 am - 12:54 pmCAK  Akron/Canton-DSM Des Moines
8h 54m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
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11:22 am - 5:11 pmDSM  Des Moines-CAK Akron/Canton
4h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$444United Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
American Airlines Logo
6:22 am - 1:27 pmCAK  Akron/Canton-DSM Des Moines
8h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
9:23 am - 9:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-CAK Akron/Canton
10h 47m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$447American Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 13
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 1:35 pmCAK  Akron/Canton-DSM Des Moines
9h 35m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:14 am - 9:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-CAK Akron/Canton
12h 56m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$460American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Akron to Des Moines flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Akron to Des Moines?

Round-trip flights from Akron to Des Moines typically range from $318 to $553. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $339, on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Akron to Des Moines?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Akron to Des Moines. It’s 26% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 101% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Akron to Des Moines?

•December is the cheapest month to fly from Akron to Des Moines at $269 round-trip.
•September ($866) and November ($652) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 221% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Akron to Des Moines flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$339
Beat the crowds with an average 50% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 60% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Akron to Des Moines

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Akron 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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Your Akron to Des Moines flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Akron to Des Moines?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Akron to Des Moines.

  • How long is a flight from Akron to Des Moines?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Akron to Des Moines. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 32m and 7h 14m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Akron to Des Moines?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Akron to Des Moines flight?

    Round-trip flights from Akron to Des Moines range from $318 to $553, with an average of $427 over the past 12 months. Anything below $318 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Akron to Des Moines changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $339 to $1,032. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Akron to Des Moines looking right now?

    One-way fares from Akron to Des Moines are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $550, which is 26% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Des Moines Airport (DSM)?

    Des Moines Airport (DSM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $81 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Payless
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Avis

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Akron to Des Moines?

    Flights from Akron to Des Moines usually depart from Akron/Canton (CAK) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Akron to Des Moines pass through?

    One-stop flights from Akron to Des Moines most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 89% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Jacksonville (JAX) - 3% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Akron to Des Moines?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 64% on flights from Akron to Des Moines. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $318 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $862, a difference of $544.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Akron to Des Moines?

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 32m, compared with 5h 46m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 7h 14m via Jacksonville (JAX).

  • What is the time difference between Akron and Des Moines?

    Des Moines is 1 hour behind Akron (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Des Moines?

    Some of the most popular sights in Des Moines are UnityPoint Health - Des Moines, Science Center of Iowa and Hy Vee Hall. These are among the most viewed places in Des Moines on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Akron to Des Moines flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $318, about $544 less than Sunday fares (63% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Akron to Des Moines trip for December. Fares historically average $269 round-trip in that month - typically $597 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Des Moines Airport.

    • Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
    • Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
    • Homewood Suites by Hilton - Des Moines Airport

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