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$55 Find Cheap Flights from Austin to Des Moines

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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, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 16
Allegiant Air Logo
8:55 pm - 11:03 pmAUS-DSM
2h 08mnonstop
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5:49 pm - 8:05 pmDSM-AUS
2h 16mnonstop
$92Allegiant Air
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Thu, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 16
Allegiant Air Logo
8:55 pm - 11:03 pmAUS-DSM
2h 08mnonstop
Allegiant Air Logo
5:49 pm - 8:05 pmDSM-AUS
2h 16mnonstop
$106Allegiant Air
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Thu, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 16
Allegiant Air Logo
8:55 pm - 11:03 pmAUS-DSM
2h 08mnonstop
Allegiant Air Logo
5:49 pm - 8:05 pmDSM-AUS
2h 16mnonstop
$107Allegiant Air
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Thu, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 16
Allegiant Air Logo
8:55 pm - 11:03 pmAUS-DSM
2h 08mnonstop
Allegiant Air Logo
5:49 pm - 8:05 pmDSM-AUS
2h 16mnonstop
$116Allegiant Air
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Sat, Dec 6 - Wed, Dec 10
Delta Logo
3:24 pm - 10:34 pmAUS-DSM
7h 10m1 stop
Delta Logo
11:23 am - 5:32 pmDSM-AUS
6h 09m1 stop
$217Delta
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Thu, Nov 27 - Wed, Dec 3
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 12:15 pmAUS-DSM
6h 45m1 stop
Delta Logo
5:34 am - 12:37 pmDSM-AUS
7h 03m1 stop
$239Delta
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Wed, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 3
American Airlines Logo
5:31 pm - 12:21 amAUS-DSM
6h 50m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
3:38 pm - 8:42 pmDSM-AUS
5h 04m1 stop
$267American Airlines
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Thu, Feb 19 - Sat, Feb 21
Southwest Logo
5:10 am - 10:50 amAUS-DSM
5h 40m1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:10 am - 1:00 pmDSM-AUS
7h 50m2 stops
$294Southwest
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Fri, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 9
Southwest Logo
10:40 am - 7:55 pmAUS-DSM
9h 15m2 stops
Southwest Logo
4:15 pm - 10:35 pmDSM-AUS
6h 20m1 stop
$307Southwest
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Sat, Dec 6 - Wed, Dec 10
United Airlines Logo
4:19 pm - 10:29 pmAUS-DSM
6h 10m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 3:22 pmDSM-AUS
7h 22m2 stops
$320United Airlines
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Allegiant Air
Cheapest • from $92 (round-trip)
Southwest
Best reviews • 8.0 score
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When to book
2 weeks
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September
Cheapest • 47% price drop
November
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Nonstop flights
5 days a week
There are direct flights from Austin to Des Moines 5 days a week: Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun.
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Cheapest round-trip
$92
Overall average: $376
Allegiant Air
Thu 11/13Sun 11/16
AUS - DSM • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$55
Typical prices: $145-$199
Allegiant Air
Thu 11/13
AUS - DSM • Non-stop
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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.

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 Wednesday and avoid Sundays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Austin, you’ll find the best rates on Sundays 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 September, where tickets cost $148 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $415 and $376 respectively.

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 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 19% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 11 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$55
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 48% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 34% increase in price.
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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.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Austin to Des Moines was $55 for a one-way ticket and $92 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?

    Only Delta offers 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 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Austin to Des Moines are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $392 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $351 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • 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 $156 or less one-way and $86 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.

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Direct departures

Austin Bergstrom to Des Moines

Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Des Moines to Austin Bergstrom

Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Reviews of the top 5 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.
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4242 reviews
8.1Boarding
7.0Food
8.6Crew
7.5Entertainment
8.0Comfort
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Ever since Southwest starting charging for bags, passengers don't want to pay to check their bags, so the gate agents have to beg people to check their roller bags now because there's "not enough space". This was a terrible business move by Southwest.

8.0 ExcellentGreg, Oct 2025OAK - BUR
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Ever since Southwest starting charging for bags, passengers don't want to pay to check their bags, so the gate agents have to beg people to check their roller bags now because there's "not enough space". This was a terrible business move by Southwest.

Full cans of soda would be nice. A choice between two snacks would be appreciated.

Tried watching free movie and it kept freezing so I couldn’t finish.

All was good. I just had a hard time getting connected to the WiFi/internet during the flight

Sacrament staff are always polite and helpful. Airport is easy to maneuver and boarding is straightforward.

Great flight. Outstanding Service. Southwest was able to put us on a direct flight to Denver when the connection could have been affected by a later arrival to Baltimore. The direct flight was less expensive that the flight with the connection in Baltimore.

Delays delays delays. Late taking off, late landing, wait for a gate, etc.

Boarded on time but once we were ready for take off, the crew determined that, although every seat was taken, somehow someone was on the wrong flight. Delay, delay delay, announcements and ended up with one person checking EVERY ID against their passenger Manifest only to figure out it was a "clerical error." We departed 54 minutes late causing me to run in the St. Louis Airport to make my connection and lose the priority boarding spot I had paid for. Unnecessary delay.

I was re-booked onto another flight because my original flight was delayed and I would have missed my connector. I ended up in the “C” group after paying extra to be in the “A “ group on the original flight. At least if you’re going to re-book people, re-book them into the same group.

AC sub par. WiFi not working correctly. Ac sucked. Seats very narrow.

Staff were friendly and happy. Delta could make sure passengers that don't have the app know of changes. Without Kayak I would not have known about the change of gate or the delay. Kayak was faster to notify me.

They ended up paying for the bag twice, but the counter wouldn't take my baggage receipt. Left it to me to resolve. Not sure how to resolve the issue.

The customer service before board was very rude and when I expressed my concerns about making the connecting flight she laughed and told me I bought the wrong ticket. I explained once it showed the flight was delayed it no longer let me change seats or anything. I was trying to upgrade to make sure I would get to the next gate on time.

Non stop on long haul is the way to go. Great experience

The flight used a B767 with a very old interior from before 2014. The entertainment system did not work at all during the flight despite attempts to reset the system. It was like they flew this route just to be competitive.

They changed planes and the new plane couldn’t carry enough fuel to fly across the country so we had to stop in Kansas City to refuel. Flight was delayed .

Flight was too crowded and seats are too small, especially since passengrs are getting larger. Having a middle seat is ALWAYS tough! Woman on my left was large & kept creeping in to my space. Flight personnel were great! Have more savory rather than sweet snacks please.

Flight was crowded and the woman sitting on my left was large & kept crouching in to my space. You need bigger seats or smaller passengers to fit into the seats you DO have! Snack were OK. Would appreciate if airlines had more savory rather than sweet snacks, thank you!

Delayed flight (1hour) plus a long layover after an overnight flight with no backup plane available.

We were delayed, which I think had to do with air traffic control. Otherwise, everything was great.

Lately I like the planes have been exceptionally filthy. There’s lines of dust and dirt all across the ceiling in the vents, and the cracks in between the seats are literally full of food. It’s definitely not the quality of service that I was used to with United. I’m also very disappointed with the Wi-Fi! All I wanna do is knock out a few work jobs while I’m trapped in my seat And it spools so bad. They did provide me with a refund, but the process of getting that refund is so complicated. It’s unfortunate.

The newer screen was super cool and had the option to watch many different shows or movies. Crew was polite and helpful. However again, many children screaming bloody murder and kicking my seat, and parents doing nothing about it as usual.

Flight was good and crew was super polite. However, there were around 5 kids screaming the WHOLE 2 hours. I understand kids have to come but parents need to do something to control their children. They make the experience terrible, especially after finishing 16 hour shifts at the hospital I needed some sleep, which I did not get.

Plane was crowded and even when we hit altitude, the plane was hot, not enough air flow.

It was great, I’m very grateful for the pilots and crew flight attendants for everything.

Overall it was good. I missed my connection but I was put on another flight.

Gate agent did not hold flight for connection, provided no assistance to get new flight

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.

Smooth flight. Boarding was chaotic. Could not hear the gate agent over the intercom. People were lined up in the wrong lines. Groups one and two were told to board through line one and group 3 through line 2. All very confusing. Once in the air, the flight was smooth. There was no entertainment option on this aircraft, even though it was a larger aircraft.

We boarded but then sat there waiting on some missed connection people to get on so we sat for about 15 minutes for that. Then we sat again because the passenger manifest was wrong and they had to figure it out before we could leave. That took about another 20 minutes or so. The crew was working hard to figure it out so it’s not their fault. It ended up being a system glitch where someone was upgraded to first class while another person was also in the same seat and it just created a mess that took a little while to figure out. They literally went to every person on the plane asking their names to see who was sitting in the wrong seat. I also hate the entertainment that must be watched on your phone or tablet. Just give us setback screens. It’s so much better. Almost every Delta flight has this now and it is so nice to have them. The crew did a great job. I have no complaints from them. They were very hard working, even with the mishap and a disgruntled passenger.

Flight was delayed leaving Dallas. Arrived about 2 hours later than scheduled.

The only thing to like was that we eventually got to our destination

Poor seat in rear of aircraft Food at Admiral’s Club Terminal D at DFW inedible

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

We were delayed for a “couple of maintenance issues.” They were resolved rather quickly but a computer glitch caused someone in the airport to have to bring a physical copy of the paperwork so we could leave. I don’t know where they had to drive from to get to our plane but it took forever & we were 1 1/2 hrs late in leaving. The flight itself was fine.

We didn't take off until an hour after we boarded.

The flight was fine. This survey is not. There is no option for N/A so items which don’t apply to my experience still must be rated. In those instances I give a “3” rating which ultimately skews the results.

The actual trip was fine, however, the changes made to our flights and the layovers were had to endure were awful.

Flight from Dallas to OKC was good, but my trip was interrupted due to a delayed flight from Austin to DFW, which happens all the time. I frequently miss my connection from DFW and American can never seem to make this work!

Because the plane was 90 degrees F, they would not let us board. I wish they had, because it meant we were delayed. It's Texas, of course it's hot. We would have survived.

I liked how when I got on board how fast we ended up taking off but what I truly disliked was how uncomfortable the seats were. There was truly never a time that I could ever get comfortable during both of my flights. The seats could get away during shorter flights but flights 3 hour plus makes it hard to enjoy.

The crew was great and the flight was very smooth. Can’t really judge food since I did not get any because it costs money. The seat was comfortable for what we bought. Thanks!

Crew was great. No entertainment and food and beverage was for purchase only, even water

It was canceled. The flight wasn’t rescheduled, everyone had to figure out their own new arrangements. They said we would get refunded our original fare and receive an additional $150. We received links for $100 only and they expired before we could activate them.

The plane had originated in Las Vegas at 6:30 in the morning and flew to Moline where we boarded. The flight left around 12:30 PM and there were no boxed snacks available and many of the alcoholic beverages were unavailable. I would find it hard to believe that that many of the passengers coming from Las Vegas at 6:30 in the morning, drank and ate that much of the items. I can only come to the conclusion that someone failed to stock the plane for the round-trip. This is a huge revenue failure for the airline and disappointment for the passengers. The flight crew did not seem happy to be there and did not engage with passengers. Allegiant you can do better.

They did not let my husband on the plane with our service animal at the last minute. Do NOT fly this airline with a service animal!

Tight! Seats are not designed for those of us who wear extra-large clothes.

The non-stop flight from Grand Rapids was excellent. I neither expected or needed a budget flight and Allegiant made the trip easy and for an affordable price, Arriving at the Mesa Airport (AZA) is a delight compared to the international airport. For our return flight, we were able to arrive 75 minutes before the flight, return the rental car, check our bag and make it to the gate in plenty of time. That would never happen at most airports.

Easiest flights I’ve ever taken. Plane was comfortable without overly crowded seating.

Terrible. Still have not received the refund from them. They sent it to some account that I don't even know. Spoke with costumer service and they are unable to help.

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