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Cheapest round-trip
$369
Typical prices: $308-$456
American Airlines
Sat 9/29Wed 10/3
CAK - DSM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$152
Typical prices: $273-$308
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/14
CAK - DSM • 2 stops
When to travel
December
Cheapest • 25% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Jacksonville (JAX)
Cheapest • Avg $238 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 4h 33m (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

Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3
American Airlines Logo
2:55 pm - 7:48 pmCAK  Akron/Canton-DSM Des Moines
5h 53m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
10:35 am - 6:51 pmDSM  Des Moines-CAK Akron/Canton
7h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$369American Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3
American Airlines Logo
7:21 pm - 12:04 amCAK  Akron/Canton-DSM Des Moines
5h 43m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:05 am - 7:26 pmDSM  Des Moines-CAK Akron/Canton
11h 21m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas
$374American Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3
American Airlines Logo
2:55 pm - 12:04 amCAK  Akron/Canton-DSM Des Moines
10h 09m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
10:35 am - 7:30 pmDSM  Des Moines-CAK Akron/Canton
7h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$379American Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Wed, Oct 21
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:31 amCAK  Akron/Canton-DSM Des Moines
5h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:13 pmDSM  Des Moines-CAK Akron/Canton
6h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$399United Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Wed, Oct 21
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:31 amCAK  Akron/Canton-DSM Des Moines
5h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
1:27 pm - 11:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-CAK Akron/Canton
9h 32m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$404United Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Wed, Oct 21
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:31 amCAK  Akron/Canton-DSM Des Moines
5h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:13 pmDSM  Des Moines-CAK Akron/Canton
6h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$419United Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Wed, Oct 21
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:31 amCAK  Akron/Canton-DSM Des Moines
5h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
11:33 am - 11:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-CAK Akron/Canton
11h 26m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$424United Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Wed, Oct 21
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:31 amCAK  Akron/Canton-DSM Des Moines
5h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
1:27 pm - 11:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-CAK Akron/Canton
9h 32m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$424United Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Sun, Nov 29
American Airlines Logo
9:18 am - 6:54 pmCAK  Akron/Canton-DSM Des Moines
10h 36m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:24 pm - 4:29 pmDSM  Des Moines-CAK Akron/Canton
20h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$756American Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Sun, Nov 29
American Airlines Logo
9:18 am - 6:54 pmCAK  Akron/Canton-DSM Des Moines
10h 36m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
9:25 am - 10:54 pmDSM  Des Moines-CAK Akron/Canton
12h 29m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas
$976American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Akron to Des Moines flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Akron to Des Moines with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Akron to Des Moines start at $369. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $308 to $456. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $369 on American Airlines.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Akron to Des Moines, it is 15% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 138% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is 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.
  • November ($646) and August ($521) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 140% 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

$152
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 23% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 2% increase in price.
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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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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).

  • 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.

  • 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) - 91% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Jacksonville (JAX) - 2% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 65% on the Akron to Des Moines route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $308 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $862, a difference of $554. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Des Moines?

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

  • 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 33m 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.

  • 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 $369 to $976. 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $234, which is 25% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 33m, 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 car rental options are available at Des Moines Airport (DSM)?

    Des Moines Airport (DSM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $33 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Hertz
    • Payless
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Avis

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

    Round-trip flights from Akron to Des Moines range from $308 to $456, with an average of $361 over the past 12 months. Anything below $308 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $308 - about $554 less than Sunday (64% 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 $377 less than the most expensive month, which is November (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
    - Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center By IHG

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