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

Flights from Des Moines to Alexandria usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Alexandria (AEX).

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

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Des Moines to Alexandria: • Economy Class • First Class

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

Connecting flights from Des Moines to Alexandria most commonly pass through: • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 86% of one-stop connections • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 14% of one-stop connections Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 51% on the Des Moines to Alexandria route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $382 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $768, a difference of $386. 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 long is a flight from Des Moines to Alexandria?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from Des Moines to Alexandria. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 07m and 5h 43m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Alexandria?

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 Alexandria 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 $388 to $828. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

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

Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 07m, compared with 5h 43m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Des Moines to Alexandria?

United Airlines ($388) and American Airlines ($417) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Alexandria according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Des Moines to Alexandria?

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) is the most popular layover for the Des Moines to Alexandria route. 86% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via DFW.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Des Moines to Alexandria?

Flights via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $339. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Des Moines to Alexandria which airport offers the shortest layover?

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) had the shortest average connection time for Des Moines to Alexandria layovers at 200 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Sat, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 12

3:00 pm - 8:03 pmDSM Des Moines-AEX Alexandria

5h 03m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

9:15 am - 2:20 pmAEX Alexandria-DSM Des Moines

5h 05m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$388United Airlines

Wed, Jan 27 - Sat, Jan 30

8:00 am - 3:24 pmDSM Des Moines-AEX Alexandria

7h 24m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

4:00 pm - 10:30 pmAEX Alexandria-DSM Des Moines

6h 30m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$408United Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18

7:31 pm - 10:32 amDSM Des Moines-AEX Alexandria

15h 01m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

5:17 pm - 11:07 pmAEX Alexandria-DSM Des Moines

5h 50m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$417American Airlines

Sat, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 12

3:25 pm - 8:03 pmDSM Des Moines-AEX Alexandria

28h 38m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

9:15 am - 2:20 pmAEX Alexandria-DSM Des Moines

5h 05m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$483United Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18

3:02 pm - 8:00 pmDSM Des Moines-AEX Alexandria

4h 58m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

4:05 pm - 10:15 pmAEX Alexandria-DSM Des Moines

6h 10m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$485United Airlines

Wed, Jan 27 - Sat, Jan 30

8:00 am - 3:24 pmDSM Des Moines-AEX Alexandria

7h 24m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

4:00 pm - 2:34 pmAEX Alexandria-DSM Des Moines

22h 34m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$503United Airlines

Sat, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 12

8:00 am - 8:03 pmDSM Des Moines-AEX Alexandria

12h 03m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

9:15 am - 9:41 pmAEX Alexandria-DSM Des Moines

12h 26m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$577United Airlines

Wed, Jan 27 - Sat, Jan 30

1:02 pm - 3:24 pmDSM Des Moines-AEX Alexandria

26h 22m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

4:00 pm - 12:27 pmAEX Alexandria-DSM Des Moines

20h 27m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$597United Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18

6:55 pm - 8:00 pmDSM Des Moines-AEX Alexandria

25h 05m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

4:05 pm - 10:31 amAEX Alexandria-DSM Des Moines

18h 26m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$640United Airlines

Sat, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 12

8:00 am - 8:03 pmDSM Des Moines-AEX Alexandria

12h 03m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Houston George Bush Intcntl

9:15 am - 9:41 pmAEX Alexandria-DSM Des Moines

12h 26m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$682United Airlines

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Alexandria start at $388. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $343 to $602. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $388 on United Airlines.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Alexandria?
Flights from Des Moines to Alexandria usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Alexandria (AEX).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Alexandria?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Des Moines to Alexandria:

• Economy Class
• First Class
Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Alexandria pass through?
Connecting flights from Des Moines to Alexandria most commonly pass through:

• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 86% of one-stop connections
• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 14% of one-stop connections
Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Alexandria?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 51% on the Des Moines to Alexandria route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $382 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $768, a difference of $386. 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 long is a flight from Des Moines to Alexandria?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from Des Moines to Alexandria. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 07m and 5h 43m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Alexandria?
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 Alexandria 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 $388 to $828. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Des Moines to Alexandria?
Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 07m, compared with 5h 43m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $382 - about $386 less than Sunday (50% savings) based on the last 12 months.
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