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Cheapest round-trip
$271
Typical prices: $396-$656
American Airlines
Sun 11/25Sun 12/2
BHM - DSM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$165
Typical prices: $203-$459
Delta
Tue 11/27
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 • 17% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Cheapest • Avg $396 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 4h 31m (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, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
American Airlines Logo
5:34 pm - 12:26 amBHM  Birmingham-DSM Des Moines
6h 52m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
3:31 pm - 8:38 pmDSM  Des Moines-BHM Birmingham
5h 07m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$271American Airlines
Mon, Jan 4 - Thu, Jan 7
Southwest Logo
5:30 am - 1:10 pmBHM  Birmingham-DSM Des Moines
7h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
3:00 pm - 7:20 pmDSM  Des Moines-BHM Birmingham
4h 20m1 stop Chicago Midway
$309Southwest
Mon, Jan 4 - Thu, Jan 7
Southwest Logo
5:30 am - 1:10 pmBHM  Birmingham-DSM Des Moines
7h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
8:00 am - 8:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-BHM Birmingham
12h 10m2 stops Nashville Intl Dallas Love Field
$314Southwest
Tue, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 3
Delta Logo
5:22 pm - 10:38 pmBHM  Birmingham-DSM Des Moines
5h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:20 am - 11:48 amDSM  Des Moines-BHM Birmingham
6h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$325Delta
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
Delta Logo
5:23 pm - 10:35 pmBHM  Birmingham-DSM Des Moines
5h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
11:38 am - 4:14 pmDSM  Des Moines-BHM Birmingham
4h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$325Delta
Tue, Dec 29 - Thu, Dec 31
American Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 2:56 pmBHM  Birmingham-DSM Des Moines
7h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:16 pm - 11:44 pmDSM  Des Moines-BHM Birmingham
5h 28m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$325American Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
American Airlines Logo
1:07 pm - 6:55 pmBHM  Birmingham-DSM Des Moines
5h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
3:25 pm - 8:18 pmDSM  Des Moines-BHM Birmingham
4h 53m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$325American Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Thu, Jan 21
American Airlines Logo
6:10 pm - 11:22 pmBHM  Birmingham-DSM Des Moines
5h 12m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
10:57 am - 5:40 pmDSM  Des Moines-BHM Birmingham
6h 43m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$325American Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Thu, Jan 21
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 12:17 pmBHM  Birmingham-DSM Des Moines
5h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
9:25 am - 8:24 pmDSM  Des Moines-BHM Birmingham
10h 59m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$330United Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Thu, Jan 21
Southwest Logo
6:55 am - 8:35 pmBHM  Birmingham-DSM Des Moines
13h 40m2 stops Dallas Love Field Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
8:00 am - 8:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-BHM Birmingham
12h 10m2 stops Nashville Intl Dallas Love Field
$341Southwest
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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 with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Birmingham to Des Moines typically range from $396 to $656. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $271, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Birmingham to Des Moines. It’s 2% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 109% higher.

What’s 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.
•October ($1,028) and February ($908) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 184% 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

$165
Beat the crowds with an average 48% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 74% increase in travelers.
One-way 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • 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.

  • How long is a flight from Birmingham to Des Moines?

    A nonstop flight from Birmingham to Des Moines takes 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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Birmingham to Des Moines flight?

    Round-trip flights from Birmingham to Des Moines range from $396 to $656, with an average of $434 over the past 12 months. Anything below $396 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 $271 to $1,025. 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 $338, which is 7% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Des Moines Airport (DSM)?

    Des Moines Airport (DSM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $81 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Payless
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Avis

  • 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).

  • 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) - 80% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 5% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 53% on flights from Birmingham to Des Moines. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $429 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $908, a difference of $479.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • 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 31m, compared with 5h 32m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 5h 43m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What popular places can I visit in Des Moines?

    Some of the most popular sights in Des Moines are UnityPoint Health - Des Moines, Science Center of Iowa and Hy Vee Hall. These are among the most viewed places in Des Moines on KAYAK.

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 are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $429, about $479 less than Friday fares (53% 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 $667 less than the most expensive month, which is October (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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