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Cheapest round-trip
$349
Typical prices: $353-$450
Delta
Tue 11/6Tue 11/13
BTV - DSM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$374
Typical prices: $378-$416
United Airlines
Wed 3/21
BTV - DSM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Burlington and Des Moines. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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August
Cheapest • 23% price drop
June
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $293 (round-trip)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 4h 39m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Burlington to Des Moines (BTV-DSM)

 

Cheap flights from Burlington to Des Moines with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13
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1:25 pm - 7:14 pmBTV  Burlington-DSM Des Moines
6h 49m1 stop New York LaGuardia
Delta Logo
5:29 pm - 11:20 pmDSM  Des Moines-BTV Burlington
4h 51m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$349Delta
Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13
American Airlines Logo
4:16 pm - 12:26 amBTV  Burlington-DSM Des Moines
9h 10m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
1:58 pm - 11:52 pmDSM  Des Moines-BTV Burlington
8h 54m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$361American Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4
United Airlines Logo
5:05 pm - 9:55 pmBTV  Burlington-DSM Des Moines
5h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 3:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-BTV Burlington
9h 29m1 stop Denver Intl
$374United Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Nov 7
Delta Logo
1:25 pm - 7:14 pmBTV  Burlington-DSM Des Moines
6h 49m1 stop New York LaGuardia
Delta Logo
4:07 pm - 10:41 pmDSM  Des Moines-BTV Burlington
5h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$374Delta
Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Nov 7
United Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 5:27 pmBTV  Burlington-DSM Des Moines
8h 42m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 2:15 pmDSM  Des Moines-BTV Burlington
5h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$379United Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4
American Airlines Logo
6:09 am - 12:45 pmBTV  Burlington-DSM Des Moines
7h 36m1 stop Philadelphia
American Airlines Logo
7:23 am - 3:36 pmDSM  Des Moines-BTV Burlington
7h 13m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$379American Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Nov 7
Delta Logo
6:35 am - 6:09 pmBTV  Burlington-DSM Des Moines
12h 34m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
12:25 pm - 10:41 pmDSM  Des Moines-BTV Burlington
9h 16m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$384Delta
Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4
American Airlines Logo
1:05 pm - 12:14 amBTV  Burlington-DSM Des Moines
12h 09m2 stops Philadelphia Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:23 am - 3:36 pmDSM  Des Moines-BTV Burlington
7h 13m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$385American Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 9
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:41 amBTV  Burlington-DSM Des Moines
5h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 2:21 pmDSM  Des Moines-BTV Burlington
5h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$451United Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Wed, Nov 4
Delta Logo
5:00 pm - 8:40 pmBTV  Burlington-DSM Des Moines
4h 40m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
4:07 pm - 11:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-BTV Burlington
6h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$745Delta

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

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

Round-trip flights from Burlington to Des Moines typically range from $353 to $450. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $349, on Delta.

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Key details for Burlington to Des Moines flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$349
Beat the crowds with an average 3% drop in travelers.
Round-trip flight from Burlington to Des Moines

When to book flights from Burlington to Des Moines

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Burlington to Des Moines:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Burlington to Des Moines takes 00m, covering 1,052 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Burlington 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 Burlington to Des Moines flight?

    Round-trip flights from Burlington to Des Moines range from $353 to $450, with an average of $414 over the past 12 months. Anything below $353 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Burlington 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 $349 to $1,579. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Burlington to Des Moines are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $429, which is 5% above 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 starting from around $32 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Payless
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Avis

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Burlington to Des Moines?

    Flights from Burlington to Des Moines usually depart from Burlington (BTV) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 57% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) - 2% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 37% on flights from Burlington to Des Moines. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $375 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $590, a difference of $215.

    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 Burlington to Des Moines?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 39m, compared with 5h 11m via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and 5h 29m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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

    Des Moines is 1 hour behind Burlington (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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 Burlington 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $375, about $215 less than Monday fares (36% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Burlington to Des Moines trip for August. Fares historically average $320 round-trip in that month - typically $156 less than the most expensive month, which is April (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
    • Homewood Suites by Hilton - Des Moines Airport

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