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 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 Amarillo?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 59% on the Des Moines to Amarillo route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $306 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $729, a difference of $423. 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 0h 00m, covering 616 miles.

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

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Des Moines to Amarillo: • 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 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 varied from about $335 to $635. That means the highest observed fare was about 89% 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 $258, which is 11% 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 40m, 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 starting from around $36 for economy cars. Top options include: · Alamo · Avis · Budget · Payless · Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Amarillo range from $306 to $729, with an average of $591 over the past 12 months. Anything below $306 counts as a good deal.

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

American Airlines ($335) and Southwest ($376) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Amarillo according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is 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 Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $537. 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 174 minutes over the past 3 months.

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$335

Typical prices: $306-$729

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Typical prices: $288-$398

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November

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August

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Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)

Cheapest • Avg $537 (round-trip)

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Shortest trip • 6h 55m (one-way)

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Amarillo

Fri, Sep 18 - Fri, Sep 25

4:14 pm - 10:44 pmDSM Des Moines-AMA Amarillo

6h 30m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

7:02 pm - 11:12 pmAMA Amarillo-DSM Des Moines

4h 10m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$335American Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Thu, Oct 1

6:22 pm - 10:44 pmDSM Des Moines-AMA Amarillo

4h 22m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

7:02 pm - 11:12 pmAMA Amarillo-DSM Des Moines

4h 10m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$338American Airlines

Fri, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 23

1:50 pm - 11:35 pmDSM Des Moines-AMA Amarillo

9h 45m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas Love Field

1:45 pm - 10:00 pmAMA Amarillo-DSM Des Moines

8h 15m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl

$376Southwest

Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4

9:00 am - 4:36 pmDSM Des Moines-AMA Amarillo

7h 36m1 stop Denver Intl

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

6h 17m1 stop Denver Intl

$389United Airlines

Tue, Nov 17 - Wed, Nov 18

5:12 pm - 9:41 pmDSM Des Moines-AMA Amarillo

4h 29m1 stop Denver Intl

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

4h 51m1 stop Denver Intl

$389United Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 5

6:15 am - 12:11 pmDSM Des Moines-AMA Amarillo

5h 56m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

2:51 pm - 10:30 pmAMA Amarillo-DSM Des Moines

7h 39m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$393United Airlines

Fri, Sep 18 - Fri, Sep 25

3:50 pm - 10:10 pmDSM Des Moines-AMA Amarillo

6h 20m2 stops Chicago Midway Dallas Love Field

1:00 pm - 10:15 pmAMA Amarillo-DSM Des Moines

9h 15m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Chicago Midway

$396Southwest

Mon, Sep 21 - Thu, Oct 1

4:14 pm - 10:44 pmDSM Des Moines-AMA Amarillo

6h 30m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

2:57 pm - 12:04 amAMA Amarillo-DSM Des Moines

9h 07m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl

$396American Airlines

Fri, Sep 18 - Fri, Sep 25

3:50 pm - 10:10 pmDSM Des Moines-AMA Amarillo

6h 20m2 stops Chicago Midway Dallas Love Field

1:00 pm - 10:15 pmAMA Amarillo-DSM Des Moines

9h 15m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Chicago Midway

$403Southwest

Fri, Sep 18 - Fri, Sep 25

4:14 pm - 10:44 pmDSM Des Moines-AMA Amarillo

6h 30m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

4:20 pm - 12:04 amAMA Amarillo-DSM Des Moines

7h 44m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl

$409American Airlines

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Amarillo start at $335. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $306 to $729. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $335 on American Airlines.

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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
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 Amarillo?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 59% on the Des Moines to Amarillo route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $306 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $729, a difference of $423. 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 0h 00m, covering 616 miles.
What are the earliest and latest flights from Des Moines to Amarillo?
These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Des Moines to Amarillo:

• 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 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 varied from about $335 to $635. That means the highest observed fare was about 89% 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 $258, which is 11% 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 40m, 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 starting from around $36 for economy cars. Top options include:
· Alamo
· Avis
· Budget
· Payless
· Enterprise Rent-A-Car
How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Amarillo flight?
Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Amarillo range from $306 to $729, with an average of $591 over the past 12 months. Anything below $306 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Friday flights average $306 - about $423 less than Monday (58% 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 $464 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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