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).

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) - 75% of one-stop connections • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 25% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 44% on flights from Des Moines to Alexandria. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $343 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $602, a difference of $259. 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 29m 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 varied from about $448 to $677. That means the highest observed fare was about 51% 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 29m, compared with 5h 43m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Alexandria typically range from $343 to $602. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $448, on United Airlines.

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

United Airlines ($448) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Des Moines to Alexandria in the last 5 days.

What’s 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. 75% 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 3h 40m over the past 3 months.

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Sat, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 12

3:00 pm - 8:12 pmDSM Des Moines-AEX Alexandria

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9:15 am - 2:19 pmAEX Alexandria-DSM Des Moines

5h 04m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$448United Airlines

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

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3:10 pm - 8:12 pmDSM Des Moines-AEX Alexandria

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9:15 am - 2:19 pmAEX Alexandria-DSM Des Moines

5h 04m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

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8:00 am - 8:12 pmDSM Des Moines-AEX Alexandria

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

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3:10 pm - 8:12 pmDSM Des Moines-AEX Alexandria

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9:15 am - 2:19 pmAEX Alexandria-DSM Des Moines

5h 04m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$543United Airlines

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6:30 pm - 3:25 pmDSM Des Moines-AEX Alexandria

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

6h 30m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$573United Airlines

Sat, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 12

3:00 pm - 8:12 pmDSM Des Moines-AEX Alexandria

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9:15 am - 4:11 pmAEX Alexandria-DSM Des Moines

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$606United Airlines

Sat, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 12

8:00 am - 8:12 pmDSM Des Moines-AEX Alexandria

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

9:15 am - 9:23 pmAEX Alexandria-DSM Des Moines

12h 08m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$637United Airlines

Fri, Feb 12 - Mon, Feb 15

6:30 pm - 3:25 pmDSM Des Moines-AEX Alexandria

20h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

4:00 pm - 9:26 pmAEX Alexandria-DSM Des Moines

29h 26m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$660United Airlines

Fri, Feb 12 - Mon, Feb 15

6:30 pm - 3:25 pmDSM Des Moines-AEX Alexandria

20h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

4:00 pm - 9:26 pmAEX Alexandria-DSM Des Moines

29h 26m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$677United Airlines

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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 29m 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 varied from about $448 to $677. That means the highest observed fare was about 51% higher than the lowest one.
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).
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) - 75% of one-stop connections
• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 25% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Alexandria?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 44% on flights from Des Moines to Alexandria. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $343 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $602, a difference of $259.

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 Des Moines to Alexandria?
Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 29m, compared with 5h 43m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Friday flights average $343, about $259 less than Thursday fares (43% savings) based on the last 12 months.
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