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Cheapest round-trip
$325
Typical prices: $380-$557
American Airlines
Fri 9/21Sun 9/30
DSM - ABQ • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$163
Typical prices: $207-$468
United Airlines
Sat 10/6
DSM - ABQ • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Albuquerque. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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October
Cheapest • 19% price drop
October
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Top layover airports
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Cheapest • Avg $324 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 4h 48m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Albuquerque (DSM-ABQ)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Albuquerque

Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
United Airlines Logo
5:12 pm - 9:00 pmDSM  Des Moines-ABQ Albuquerque
4h 48m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
1:31 pm - 8:36 pmABQ  Albuquerque-DSM Des Moines
6h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
$325United Airlines
Mon, Sep 28 - Wed, Sep 30
United Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 9:37 amDSM  Des Moines-ABQ Albuquerque
4h 52m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 10:52 amABQ  Albuquerque-DSM Des Moines
4h 22m1 stop Denver Intl
$325United Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Mon, Oct 19
American Airlines Logo
7:42 pm - 11:56 pmDSM  Des Moines-ABQ Albuquerque
5h 14m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:33 pm - 11:07 pmABQ  Albuquerque-DSM Des Moines
4h 34m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$325American Airlines
Mon, Sep 21 - Wed, Sep 30
American Airlines Logo
4:14 pm - 10:14 pmDSM  Des Moines-ABQ Albuquerque
7h 00m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:59 pmABQ  Albuquerque-DSM Des Moines
6h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$325American Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
Delta Logo
10:57 am - 5:06 pmDSM  Des Moines-ABQ Albuquerque
7h 09m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 2:09 pmABQ  Albuquerque-DSM Des Moines
6h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$325Delta
Sat, Oct 24 - Thu, Oct 29
Delta Logo
4:07 pm - 10:22 pmDSM  Des Moines-ABQ Albuquerque
7h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
8:20 am - 2:25 pmABQ  Albuquerque-DSM Des Moines
5h 05m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$325Delta
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
Delta Logo
3:03 pm - 10:22 pmDSM  Des Moines-ABQ Albuquerque
8h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 2:09 pmABQ  Albuquerque-DSM Des Moines
6h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$325Delta
Fri, Sep 18 - Tue, Sep 22
American Airlines Logo
2:29 pm - 9:22 pmDSM  Des Moines-ABQ Albuquerque
7h 53m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
10:11 am - 5:52 pmABQ  Albuquerque-DSM Des Moines
6h 41m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$338American Airlines
Wed, Sep 2 - Sat, Sep 5
United Airlines Logo
3:02 pm - 9:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-ABQ Albuquerque
7h 57m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
10:45 am - 4:19 pmABQ  Albuquerque-DSM Des Moines
4h 34m1 stop Denver Intl
$358United Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 5
United Airlines Logo
5:21 pm - 10:43 pmDSM  Des Moines-ABQ Albuquerque
6h 22m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 12:32 pmABQ  Albuquerque-DSM Des Moines
6h 02m1 stop Denver Intl
$358United Airlines
Booking Insights

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

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

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Albuquerque start at $325. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $380 to $557. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $325 on American Airlines.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Albuquerque, it is 8% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 31% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Albuquerque at $356 round-trip.
  • December ($887) and June ($876) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 149% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Des Moines to Albuquerque flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$163
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 52% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 19% lower on average.
Flight from Des Moines to Albuquerque

When to book flights from Des Moines to Albuquerque

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Des Moines to Albuquerque based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Des Moines to Albuquerque 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 Des Moines to Albuquerque?

    Flights from Des Moines to Albuquerque usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Albuquerque (ABQ).

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

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

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 82% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 4% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 3% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 30% on the Des Moines to Albuquerque route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $408 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $577, a difference of $169. 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 Albuquerque?

    Some of the most popular sights in Albuquerque are Old Town, Albuquerque Convention Center and Expo New Mexico. These are among the most viewed places in Albuquerque on KAYAK.

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

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Albuquerque takes 0h 00m, covering 831 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Des Moines to Albuquerque?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Des Moines to Albuquerque:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

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

    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 Des Moines to Albuquerque 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 $325 to $1,983. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Albuquerque are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $282.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 48m, compared with 5h 27m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 5h 55m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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

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

  • What car rental options are available at Albuquerque Airport (ABQ)?

    Albuquerque Airport (ABQ) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Ace
    · Dollar
    · Hertz
    · Thrifty
    · Budget

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

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Albuquerque range from $380 to $557, with an average of $440 over the past 12 months. Anything below $380 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Albuquerque 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 Tuesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $408 - about $169 less than Monday (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Albuquerque trip for October. Fares historically average $356 round-trip in that month - typically $531 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Albuquerque Airport.
    - Baymont by Wyndham Albuquerque Airport
    - Best Western Airport Albuquerque Inn Suites Hotel & Suites
    - Hyatt Place Albuquerque Airport

Everything you need to know for your flight from Des Moines to Albuquerque

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Des Moines (DSM)
Albuquerque (ABQ)