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Cheapest round-trip
$309
Typical prices: $406-$616
Southwest
Sun 10/28Fri 11/2
BHM - DSM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$129
Typical prices: $192-$459
Southwest
Sun 10/28
BHM - DSM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Birmingham and Des Moines. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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August
Cheapest • 19% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $419 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 4h 33m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Birmingham to Des Moines (BHM-DSM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Birmingham to Des Moines

Wed, Oct 28 - Mon, Nov 2
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5:00 am - 11:30 amBHM  Birmingham-DSM Des Moines
6h 30m1 stop Chicago Midway
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5:25 am - 12:00 pmDSM  Des Moines-BHM Birmingham
6h 35m1 stop Chicago Midway
$309Southwest
Thu, Oct 8 - Mon, Oct 12
Delta Logo
5:18 am - 10:42 amBHM  Birmingham-DSM Des Moines
5h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:54 pm - 10:52 pmDSM  Des Moines-BHM Birmingham
3h 58m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$327Delta
Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 11
United Airlines Logo
6:21 pm - 10:59 pmBHM  Birmingham-DSM Des Moines
4h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
1:27 pm - 9:28 pmDSM  Des Moines-BHM Birmingham
8h 01m1 stop Denver Intl
$337United Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 11
United Airlines Logo
3:03 pm - 11:42 pmBHM  Birmingham-DSM Des Moines
8h 39m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:45 pm - 11:30 pmDSM  Des Moines-BHM Birmingham
4h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$342United Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Mon, Nov 2
Southwest Logo
5:00 am - 11:30 amBHM  Birmingham-DSM Des Moines
6h 30m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
5:25 am - 12:35 pmDSM  Des Moines-BHM Birmingham
7h 10m2 stops Chicago Midway Tampa
$346Southwest
Wed, Oct 28 - Sun, Nov 1
American Airlines Logo
12:54 pm - 6:08 pmBHM  Birmingham-DSM Des Moines
5h 14m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:17 amDSM  Des Moines-BHM Birmingham
5h 17m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$353American Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Mon, Oct 12
American Airlines Logo
12:02 pm - 7:00 pmBHM  Birmingham-DSM Des Moines
6h 58m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
7:31 pm - 12:13 amDSM  Des Moines-BHM Birmingham
4h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$355American Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 11
United Airlines Logo
3:03 pm - 11:42 pmBHM  Birmingham-DSM Des Moines
8h 39m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
9:55 am - 8:12 pmDSM  Des Moines-BHM Birmingham
10h 17m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$365United Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Sun, Nov 1
Southwest Logo
5:00 am - 11:30 amBHM  Birmingham-DSM Des Moines
6h 30m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
5:25 am - 12:35 pmDSM  Des Moines-BHM Birmingham
7h 10m2 stops Chicago Midway Tampa
$385Southwest
Thu, Oct 8 - Mon, Oct 12
Delta Logo
6:35 am - 10:42 amBHM  Birmingham-DSM Des Moines
4h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:54 pm - 10:52 pmDSM  Des Moines-BHM Birmingham
3h 58m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$427Delta
Booking Insights

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

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

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

Round-trip flights from Birmingham to Des Moines start at $309. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $406 to $616. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $309 on Southwest.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Birmingham to Des Moines, it is 4% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 76% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • August is the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Des Moines at $361 round-trip.
  • February ($908) and June ($626) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 151% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Birmingham to Des Moines flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$129
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 103% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 9% lower on average.
Flight from Birmingham to Des Moines

When to book flights from Birmingham to Des Moines

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

    Flights from Birmingham to Des Moines usually depart from Birmingham (BHM) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

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

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

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 84% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 5% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 46% on the Birmingham to Des Moines route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $429 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $788, a difference of $359. 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 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 Birmingham to Des Moines?

    A nonstop flight from Birmingham to Des Moines takes 0h 00m, covering 667 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Birmingham 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 Birmingham 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 $309 to $1,290. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Birmingham to Des Moines are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $183, which is 50% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 33m, compared with 5h 43m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 6h 19m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • 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 Birmingham to Des Moines flight?

    Round-trip flights from Birmingham to Des Moines range from $406 to $616, with an average of $446 over the past 12 months. Anything below $406 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Birmingham 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 Thursday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $429 - about $359 less than Sunday (46% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Birmingham to Des Moines trip for August. Fares historically average $361 round-trip in that month - typically $547 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
    - Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
    - Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center By IHG

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