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Cheapest round-trip
$261
Typical prices: $331-$497
Southwest
Sat 12/1Wed 12/5
BWI - DSM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$113
Typical prices: $190-$279
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/31
BWI - DSM • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Baltimore and Des Moines. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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September
Cheapest • 20% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Cheapest • Avg $361 (round-trip)
Lambert-St Louis (STL)
Shortest trip • 4h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Baltimore to Des Moines (BWI-DSM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Baltimore to Des Moines

Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
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6:10 am - 2:15 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-DSM Des Moines
9h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:20 am - 10:25 amDSM  Des Moines-BWI Baltimore/Washington
4h 05m1 stop Chicago Midway
$261Southwest
Wed, Oct 21 - Sun, Oct 25
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10:22 am - 2:42 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-DSM Des Moines
29h 20m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Philadelphia
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6:37 pm - 1:01 pmDSM  Des Moines-BWI Baltimore/Washington
17h 24m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$266Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Sun, Oct 25
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1:56 pm - 5:02 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-DSM Des Moines
28h 06m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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6:37 pm - 1:01 pmDSM  Des Moines-BWI Baltimore/Washington
17h 24m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$266Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
Southwest Logo
6:10 am - 2:15 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-DSM Des Moines
9h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:00 am - 7:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-BWI Baltimore/Washington
11h 10m2 stops Denver Intl Lambert-St Louis
$267Southwest
Thu, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 4
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6:55 pm - 11:15 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-DSM Des Moines
5h 20m1 stop Chicago Midway
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6:00 am - 11:40 amDSM  Des Moines-BWI Baltimore/Washington
4h 40m1 stop Chicago Midway
$281Southwest
Tue, Oct 6 - Fri, Oct 9
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:22 am - 11:55 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-DSM Des Moines
26h 33m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Orlando
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7:57 pm - 2:20 pmDSM  Des Moines-BWI Baltimore/Washington
17h 23m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl
$304Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Sat, Oct 17
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:42 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-DSM Des Moines
5h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 11:52 amDSM  Des Moines-BWI Baltimore/Washington
4h 52m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$325Delta
Sat, Oct 17 - Tue, Oct 20
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7:30 am - 2:25 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-DSM Des Moines
7h 55m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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5:50 pm - 11:04 pmDSM  Des Moines-BWI Baltimore/Washington
4h 14m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$325Delta
Fri, Oct 2 - Sat, Oct 3
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7:10 pm - 11:35 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-DSM Des Moines
5h 25m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 am - 4:27 pmDSM  Des Moines-BWI Baltimore/Washington
9h 27m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$390United Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14
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4:20 pm - 10:21 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-DSM Des Moines
7h 01m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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3:22 pm - 9:38 pmDSM  Des Moines-BWI Baltimore/Washington
5h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$395United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Baltimore to Des Moines flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Baltimore to Des Moines start at $261. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $331 to $497. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $261 on Southwest.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Baltimore to Des Moines, it is 8% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 150% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Baltimore to Des Moines?

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Baltimore to Des Moines at $311 round-trip.
  • January ($937) and July ($517) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 201% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Baltimore to Des Moines flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$113
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 1% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 32% increase in price.
Flight from Baltimore to Des Moines

When to book flights from Baltimore to Des Moines

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

    Flights from Baltimore to Des Moines usually depart from Baltimore/Washington (BWI) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

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

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

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 45% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Lambert-St Louis (STL) - 9% 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 Baltimore to Des Moines?

    On the Baltimore to Des Moines route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 64%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $360 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $976: a $616 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 Baltimore to Des Moines?

    A nonstop flight from Baltimore to Des Moines takes 0h 00m, covering 907 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Baltimore 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 Baltimore 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 $261 to $1,076. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Baltimore to Des Moines are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $166, which is 23% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Lambert-St Louis (STL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 15m, compared with 4h 36m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 5h 03m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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

    Des Moines is 1 hour behind Baltimore (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 Baltimore to Des Moines flight?

    Round-trip flights from Baltimore to Des Moines range from $331 to $497, with an average of $390 over the past 12 months. Anything below $331 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Baltimore 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 Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $360 - about $616 less than Sunday (63% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Baltimore to Des Moines trip for September. Fares historically average $311 round-trip in that month - typically $626 less than the most expensive month, which is January (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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