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There are currently no direct flights between Anchorage and Des Moines. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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October
Cheapest • 41% price drop
July
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Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $615 (round-trip)
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Shortest trip • 9h 18m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Anchorage to Des Moines (ANC-DSM)

 
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Price, demand and travel trends for Anchorage to Des Moines flights

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What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Anchorage to Des Moines?

Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) is the most popular layover for the Anchorage to Des Moines route. 71% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via MSP.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Anchorage to Des Moines?

Flights via Denver Intl (DEN) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $615. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Anchorage to Des Moines which airport offers the shortest layover?

Denver Intl (DEN) had the shortest average connection time for Anchorage to Des Moines layovers at 307 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Key details for Anchorage to Des Moines flights

Low season

February
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.

When to book flights from Anchorage to Des Moines

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

    Flights from Anchorage to Des Moines usually depart from Anchorage (ANC) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

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

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

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

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

    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 71% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 6% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 6% of one-stop connections

    Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Anchorage to Des Moines route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 31%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $615 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $889: a $274 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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 Anchorage to Des Moines?

    A nonstop flight from Anchorage to Des Moines takes 0h 00m, covering 2,668 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Anchorage to Des Moines?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Anchorage to Des Moines:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Anchorage 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 time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Anchorage to Des Moines?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 49m, compared with 9h 18m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and 11h 43m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

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

    Des Moines is 3 hours ahead of Anchorage (Central Time vs Alaska 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 Anchorage to Des Moines flight?

    Round-trip flights from Anchorage to Des Moines range from $661 to $889, with an average of $777 over the past 12 months. Anything below $661 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Anchorage 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 Saturday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Saturday flights average $615 - about $274 less than Thursday (31% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Anchorage to Des Moines trip for October. Fares historically average $455 round-trip in that month - typically $434 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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

Everything you need to know for your flight from Anchorage to Des Moines

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Anchorage (ANC)
Des Moines (DSM)