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Cheapest round-trip
$87
Typical prices: $106-$340
Allegiant Air
Thu 9/10Sun 9/13
AUS - DSM • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$65
Typical prices: $133-$203
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Sun 10/4
AUS - DSM • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights 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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Recent round-trip flight deals from Austin to Des Moines

Thu, Sep 10 - Sun, Sep 13
Allegiant Air Logo
10:57 am - 1:08 pm
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DSM
2h 11mnonstop
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8:00 am - 10:07 am
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AUS
2h 07mnonstop
$87Allegiant Air
Thu, Sep 3 - Sun, Sep 6
Allegiant Air Logo
10:57 am - 1:08 pm
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DSM
2h 11mnonstop
Allegiant Air Logo
8:00 am - 10:07 am
DSM
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AUS
2h 07mnonstop
$88Allegiant Air
Fri, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:25 pm - 7:33 pm
AUS
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DSM
6h 08m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 10:07 am
DSM
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AUS
2h 07mnonstop
$180Multiple Airlines
Thu, Aug 20 - Thu, Aug 27
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:15 pm - 1:34 pm
AUS
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DSM
17h 19m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 10:05 am
DSM
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AUS
2h 05mnonstop
$193Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30
United Airlines Logo
5:44 pm - 10:30 pm
AUS
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DSM
4h 46m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
3:11 pm - 10:58 pm
DSM
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AUS
7h 47m
1 stop
$320United Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Tue, Nov 3
United Airlines Logo
10:45 am - 4:07 pm
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DSM
5h 22m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
3:15 pm - 10:52 pm
DSM
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AUS
7h 37m
1 stop
$320United Airlines
Thu, Sep 24 - Tue, Sep 29
American Airlines Logo
4:32 pm - 11:12 pm
AUS
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DSM
6h 40m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
4:14 pm - 9:36 pm
DSM
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AUS
5h 22m
1 stop
$325American Airlines
Tue, Aug 25 - Tue, Sep 1
American Airlines Logo
10:33 am - 5:52 pm
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DSM
7h 19m
1 stop
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6:22 pm - 10:35 pm
DSM
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AUS
4h 13m
1 stop
$325American Airlines
Sat, Aug 22 - Tue, Sep 1
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6:05 am - 2:04 pm
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DSM
7h 59m
1 stop
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6:55 am - 2:30 pm
DSM
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AUS
7h 35m
1 stop
$325Delta
Mon, Aug 17 - Wed, Sep 2
Delta Logo
1:58 pm - 8:59 pm
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7h 01m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:55 am - 2:30 pm
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7h 35m
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$325Delta
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Austin to Des Moines flights

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.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Austin to Des Moines departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Des Moines from Austin usually cost between $161 and $323 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $87 on Allegiant Air (Sep 10-Sep 13).

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

The average price of all round-trip 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 Friday and avoid Sundays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Austin, you’ll find the best rates on Fridays and the most expensive ones on Tuesdays.

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 round-trip 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 October, where tickets cost $164 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $426 and $377 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Austin to Des Moines?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $288, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip 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 week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Austin to Des Moines, you should book around 8 weeks before departure, which saves you about 54% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 11 weeks before departure.

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Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$65
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 6% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 22% lower on average.
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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.

  • 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 10m. The most common departure time is 10:00 am and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 2 flights.

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

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Austin to Des Moines was $65 for a one-way ticket and $87 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 A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Austin to Des Moines flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Austin to Des Moines?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Austin and Des Moines, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this 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 Thursday, and Sunday.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Austin to Des Moines are Delta and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $328 and an overall rating of 7.8, Delta is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $426 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.

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 $99 or less one-way and $146 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.

Prefer to fly direct from Austin to Des Moines?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Austin Bergstrom to Des Moines.
Find which airlines fly direct from Austin Bergstrom Airport to Des Moines Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Austin Bergstrom to Des Moines

Thursday

Allegiant Air

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Sunday

Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air

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Direct returns

Des Moines to Austin Bergstrom

Thursday

Allegiant Air

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Sunday

Allegiant Air

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Reviews of the 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.
7.8
DeltaOverall score based on 8486 reviews
8.1Boarding
7.2Food
7.8Comfort
7.8Entertainment
8.5Crew
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delta wifi wouldn’t work boarding was not in sequence flight crew spent most of their time on the phone with the lights off pretending no one wanted or needed anything

6.0 GoodTapan, Jul 2026
AUS - ATL
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delta wifi wouldn’t work boarding was not in sequence flight crew spent most of their time on the phone with the lights off pretending no one wanted or needed anything

flight was delayed 4+ hours. there was really no understanding of why? weather? the last hour of delay was post boarding. pilot seat was broken. was that the real reason? nonetheless, long day of inconveniences.

Extremely disappointed with Delta. They canceled flight last minute and then I rebooked the other flights and with which were delayed as well

Everything was good until we were boarding our connection flight in Atlanta, we were told to gate check our carry-on, but when we got inside the plane, there was plenty of room in the overhead.

The check in and bag drop off for Sky Priority members is slow. The Clear security was also slow - a TSA issue.

Simply outstanding. Their new lounge for Delta One customers is a cut above the rest.

Delay getting into gate in ATL caused delay in bags when getting to BWI, disrupting evening plans with family.

6 hour delay including one after we were boarded. Horrible experience.

Flight was delayed. Had to get rebooked. Diamond medallion but stuck in a crappy seat. Rebooked flight then got delayed again. Then when we finally boarded, we waited another hour for a new crew. Then landed in JFK and sat for another 40 minutes waiting for a crew to come to the gate to be able to deplane. Hot mess all around, which unfortunately is becoming the norm for Delta

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.

MY FAMILY'S LUGGAGE WAS LOST FROM ROME TO BARI. I WAS THE ONLY ONE THAT RECEIVED MY LUGGAGE FROM ROME TO BARI. AFTER DEPLANING IN BARI, WE WASTED A LOT OF TIME AT BAG CLAIMS LOST AND FOUND REPORTING THE CLAIM AND PLEADING FOR THE BAGS TO BE DELIVERED THE NEXT DAY. WE WERE TOLD THAT IT TAKES 3 DAYS MINIMUM TO DELIVER. MY DAUGHTER AND MY GIRLFRIEND NEEDED THEIR PERSONAL THINGS AND WE WERE STAYING 3 HOURS AWAY FROM THE BARI AIRPORT. WE HAD TO DRIVE 3 HOURS TO THE AIRPORT TO COLLECT OUR LOST LUGGAGE THE NEXT DAY. WE ARE NOT HAPPY WITH THE EXPERIENCE

The wheelchair service is useless. They live you in different spots, not tell you anything just wait. I waited 30 minutes in Frankfurt when decided to walk the 25 minutes distance. In Budapest nobody came.

Flight was great. Efficient boarding. Short flight. Early arrival. Friendly flight crew. The entertainment system did not work well. Could not access it until the aircraft reached 10K feet or more. Lots of glitches.

Food choices were very limited. Taste of the dishes was average.

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 lady who gave me my boarding pass for check in was extremely rude.

Small plane (and thus a bumpy ride), small seats (and a large man next to me), absolutely terrible wifi, and no food options to speak of.

Plane was older and terribly uncomfortable but the leg room was good!

Flight was well orchestrated, made up time despite circling a bit all good on United. Travelers can just be so into themselves that common courtesy has gone out window for some, but that’s not on United.

I don't understand why they can't have charging ports on seats in 2023. They only offer it as a 'premium seat' service. It's ridiculous

It was poor a four hour delay and no explanation for the delay. What’s a 35 dollars going to do. It also made me miss my car rental,

It was on time. Flight was comfortable. Staff was nice. It was the way a flight should always be.

The price was the only good thing about this flight. It was scary during takeoff when the plane tilted side to side. It made me feel very nervous as I have never had a take-off that unsmooth. There was no on-flight movie or music options and the only complimentary option was water. Other airlines offer trail mix or a caramel cookie and pop options as complimentary. This flight was a 2.5 hour flight. I understand for shorter flights not having options, but a flight 2 hours or longer should offer more complimentary options and in flight entertainment. Also the seats did not recline and for a longer flight reclining seats are a must for comfort.

A very pleasant flight but it would be greatly improved with wifi to help entertain kids

This is a no frills, get it done, efficient airline. The seat is a lawn chair. You better bring your own entertainment. If you want something other than water you need to pay for it. But they will get you to your destination quickly, on time, and then they will turn the flight around and go right back where they came from. Reliably. Couple times a week tops. If it fits into your schedule, you can’t get there cheaper or faster.

A three hour delay to board and then another hour on the tarmac because they couldn't get a tractor? Ugh.

Allegiant canceled the flight. The flight the next day was full. Allegiant did not provide any compensation besides a refund. Last time on Allegiant.

Seats were very uncomfortable and being charged for snacks and water.........

Allegiant actually impressed me, original inbound flight from PBG was so late they gave us a bird inbound from Des Moines and only left 1h late and gained 40 minutes back in the air. Comfortable flight with no frills but no complaints.

Flight was delayed. Crew was good but hot coffee was not available.

It was good overall but when I book my flight and seat through Kayak, AA will at times change those seats during check-in time which I don’t understand why. I always book aisle seats and had to sit at window for my flight to Austin this trip.

Nothing, I wont be flying American Airlines again and will not be recommending anyone to fly American Airlines. It was the worst experience flying I've ever had.

Short hop but nice crew, efficient processes and all very timely

The TSA check in took 1.5 hours to get through in Austin and I missed my flights back to DC

AA did not allow to board a flight because my connecting flight from DFW had been canceled. I got on another flight to another city. No service on the plane and I did not use their entertainment system.

After we landed we sat on the tarmac for 1.5 hours waiting to get to our gate. Ridiculous.

American almost always Delays flights from Austin to Dallas and back. I cannot believe they have such poor service on this route. I was about to switch to American from Delta, but they gave me enough reasons not to.

Loved the staff, boarding and drink options! Wish the comfort of the seat could have been better nevertheless

Was the most uncomfortable I ever had in the air. Felt like I was trapped in the seat legs cramped and was just horrible. The flight to DSM was a lot better. Even being on a smaller plane was better. Staff are outstanding. No complaints about the people.

It was exactly as I expected, on time, smooth flight, courteous staff.

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