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

Flights from Des Moines to Amarillo usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Amarillo (AMA).

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

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

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

Connecting flights from Des Moines to Amarillo most commonly pass through: • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 92% of one-stop connections • Denver Intl (DEN) - 8% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 63% on flights from Des Moines to Amarillo. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $296 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $798, a difference of $502. 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 Amarillo?

A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Amarillo takes 00m, covering 616 miles.

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

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 Amarillo 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 $338 to $1,117. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from Des Moines to Amarillo are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $259, which is 35% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 39m, compared with 6h 55m via Denver Intl (DEN).

What car rental options are available at Amarillo Airport (AMA)?

Amarillo Airport (AMA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $78 for economy cars. Top options include: • Alamo • Budget • Avis • Payless • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Amarillo typically range from $591 to $760. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $338, on United Airlines.

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

United Airlines ($338) and American Airlines ($396) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Amarillo according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Des Moines to Amarillo?

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) is the most popular layover for the Des Moines to Amarillo route. 92% 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 Amarillo?

Flights via Denver Intl (DEN) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $607. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) had the shortest average connection time for Des Moines to Amarillo layovers at 2h 52m over the past 3 months.

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Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 13

5:15 pm - 9:54 pmDSM Des Moines-AMA Amarillo

4h 39m1 stop Denver Intl

3:20 pm - 10:21 pmAMA Amarillo-DSM Des Moines

7h 01m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$338United Airlines

Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 13

7:32 pm - 11:59 pmDSM Des Moines-AMA Amarillo

4h 27m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

5:24 pm - 12:33 amAMA Amarillo-DSM Des Moines

7h 09m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl

$396American Airlines

Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 13

1:50 pm - 12:15 amDSM Des Moines-AMA Amarillo

10h 25m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas Love Field

11:05 am - 11:05 pmAMA Amarillo-DSM Des Moines

12h 00m2 stops Dallas Love Field Chicago Midway

$445Southwest

Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16

6:00 am - 12:24 pmDSM Des Moines-AMA Amarillo

6h 24m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

7:04 pm - 11:05 pmAMA Amarillo-DSM Des Moines

4h 01m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$517American Airlines

Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15

5:09 pm - 9:41 pmDSM Des Moines-AMA Amarillo

4h 32m1 stop Denver Intl

5:25 pm - 11:42 pmAMA Amarillo-DSM Des Moines

6h 17m1 stop Denver Intl

$517United Airlines

Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16

6:00 am - 12:24 pmDSM Des Moines-AMA Amarillo

6h 24m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

2:58 pm - 12:26 amAMA Amarillo-DSM Des Moines

9h 28m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl

$522American Airlines

Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16

5:25 am - 2:25 pmDSM Des Moines-AMA Amarillo

9h 00m2 stops Chicago Midway Dallas Love Field

1:45 pm - 10:05 pmAMA Amarillo-DSM Des Moines

8h 20m2 stops Dallas Love Field Chicago Midway

$557Southwest

Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15

6:00 am - 1:15 pmDSM Des Moines-AMA Amarillo

7h 15m2 stops Chicago Midway Dallas Love Field

11:05 am - 10:05 pmAMA Amarillo-DSM Des Moines

11h 00m2 stops Dallas Love Field Denver Intl

$569Southwest

Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15

7:23 am - 4:42 pmDSM Des Moines-AMA Amarillo

9h 19m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

7:04 pm - 11:05 pmAMA Amarillo-DSM Des Moines

4h 01m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$600American Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14

3:01 pm - 10:40 pmDSM Des Moines-AMA Amarillo

7h 39m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

7:40 am - 12:31 pmAMA Amarillo-DSM Des Moines

4h 51m1 stop Denver Intl

$617United Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Amarillo? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Des Moines to Amarillo departing in december.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Amarillo?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Des Moines to Amarillo.
How long is a flight from Des Moines to Amarillo?
A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Amarillo takes 00m, covering 616 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Amarillo?
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 Amarillo 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 $338 to $1,117. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Des Moines to Amarillo looking right now?
One-way fares from Des Moines to Amarillo are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $259, which is 35% below the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Amarillo Airport (AMA)?
Amarillo Airport (AMA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $78 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Alamo
• Budget
• Avis
• Payless
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Amarillo?
Flights from Des Moines to Amarillo usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Amarillo (AMA).
Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Amarillo pass through?
Connecting flights from Des Moines to Amarillo most commonly pass through:

• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 92% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 8% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Amarillo?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 63% on flights from Des Moines to Amarillo. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $296 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $798, a difference of $502.

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 Amarillo?
Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 39m, compared with 6h 55m via Denver Intl (DEN).

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $296, about $502 less than Sunday fares (63% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Amarillo trip for November. Fares historically average $296 round-trip in that month - typically $502 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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