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Cheapest round-trip
$260
Typical prices: $398-$659
Southwest
Sat 10/13Sat 10/20
ABQ - DSM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$128
Typical prices: $210-$308
Southwest
Wed 10/31
ABQ - DSM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Albuquerque and Des Moines. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 15% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Cheapest • Avg $371 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 4h 45m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Albuquerque to Des Moines (ABQ-DSM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Albuquerque to Des Moines

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
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6:05 am - 5:50 pmABQ  Albuquerque-DSM Des Moines
10h 45m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:35 pm - 9:45 pmDSM  Des Moines-ABQ Albuquerque
4h 10m1 stop Denver Intl
$260Southwest
Sat, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 2
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6:20 am - 1:05 pmABQ  Albuquerque-DSM Des Moines
5h 45m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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7:15 pm - 1:10 amDSM  Des Moines-ABQ Albuquerque
6h 55m2 stops Denver Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$286Southwest
Sat, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 2
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6:20 am - 1:05 pmABQ  Albuquerque-DSM Des Moines
5h 45m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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1:50 pm - 9:25 pmDSM  Des Moines-ABQ Albuquerque
8h 35m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$287Southwest
Sat, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 2
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7:20 am - 5:45 pmABQ  Albuquerque-DSM Des Moines
9h 25m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago Midway
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7:15 pm - 1:10 amDSM  Des Moines-ABQ Albuquerque
6h 55m2 stops Denver Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$292Southwest
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
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6:05 am - 5:50 pmABQ  Albuquerque-DSM Des Moines
10h 45m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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7:05 am - 3:20 pmDSM  Des Moines-ABQ Albuquerque
9h 15m2 stops Denver Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$334Southwest
Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 1
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4:00 pm - 10:20 pmABQ  Albuquerque-DSM Des Moines
5h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:25 am - 11:20 amDSM  Des Moines-ABQ Albuquerque
6h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway
$362Southwest
Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 1
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11:15 am - 10:20 pmABQ  Albuquerque-DSM Des Moines
10h 05m2 stops Houston Hobby Denver Intl
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5:25 am - 11:20 amDSM  Des Moines-ABQ Albuquerque
6h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway
$367Southwest
Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 1
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11:15 am - 10:20 pmABQ  Albuquerque-DSM Des Moines
10h 05m2 stops Houston Hobby Denver Intl
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6:40 am - 3:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-ABQ Albuquerque
9h 30m2 stops Denver Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$399Southwest
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
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7:50 am - 2:15 pmABQ  Albuquerque-DSM Des Moines
5h 25m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:45 am - 9:37 amDSM  Des Moines-ABQ Albuquerque
4h 52m1 stop Denver Intl
$403United Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Sun, Oct 4
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6:00 am - 1:59 pmABQ  Albuquerque-DSM Des Moines
6h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:40 pm - 11:36 pmDSM  Des Moines-ABQ Albuquerque
4h 56m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$517American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Albuquerque to Des Moines flights

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

Round-trip flights from Albuquerque to Des Moines start at $260. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $398 to $659. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $260 on Southwest.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Albuquerque to Des Moines, it is 23% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 108% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Albuquerque to Des Moines flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$128
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Albuquerque to Des Moines

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque to Des Moines?

    Flights from Albuquerque to Des Moines usually depart from Albuquerque (ABQ) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

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

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

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 69% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 3% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 3% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 63% on the Albuquerque to Des Moines route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $354 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $956, a difference of $602. 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 UnityPoint Health - Des Moines, Science Center of Iowa and Hy Vee Hall. These are among the most viewed places in Des Moines on KAYAK.

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

    A nonstop flight from Albuquerque to Des Moines takes 0h 00m, covering 831 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque 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 $260 to $548. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Albuquerque to Des Moines are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $241, which is 6% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 45m, compared with 5h 37m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 5h 51m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

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

    Des Moines is 1 hour ahead of Albuquerque (Central Time vs Mountain 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 Albuquerque to Des Moines flight?

    Round-trip flights from Albuquerque to Des Moines range from $398 to $659, with an average of $459 over the past 12 months. Anything below $398 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Albuquerque 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 Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $354 - about $602 less than Sunday (63% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Albuquerque to Des Moines trip for April. Fares historically average $391 round-trip in that month - typically $545 less than the most expensive month, which is February (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
    - Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center By IHG
    - Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

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