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.

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 $322 to $995. 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 $274, which is 5% 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

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

American Airlines ($322) and Southwest ($363) 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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Cheapest • Avg $537 (round-trip)

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Shortest trip • 6h 55m (one-way)

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Fri, Dec 4 - Sat, Dec 5

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

6h 24m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

7:24 pm - 11:30 pmAMA Amarillo-DSM Des Moines

4h 06m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$322American Airlines

Sat, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 6

3:31 pm - 9:29 pmDSM Des Moines-AMA Amarillo

5h 58m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

12:54 pm - 6:54 pmAMA Amarillo-DSM Des Moines

6h 00m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$353American Airlines

Fri, Dec 4 - Sat, Dec 5

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

7h 15m2 stops Chicago Midway Dallas Love Field

10:05 am - 7:40 pmAMA Amarillo-DSM Des Moines

9h 35m2 stops Dallas Love Field Chicago Midway

$363Southwest

Fri, Dec 4 - Sat, Dec 5

7:37 pm - 11:54 pmDSM Des Moines-AMA Amarillo

4h 17m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

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

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

$381American 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, Nov 17 - Wed, Nov 18

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

7h 39m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

3:19 pm - 10:30 pmAMA Amarillo-DSM Des Moines

7h 11m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$389United Airlines

Sat, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 6

7:00 am - 7:50 pmDSM Des Moines-AMA Amarillo

12h 50m2 stops Denver Intl Dallas Love Field

11:05 am - 10:00 pmAMA Amarillo-DSM Des Moines

10h 55m2 stops Dallas Love Field Denver Intl

$398Southwest

Wed, Oct 28 - Sun, Nov 1

4:12 pm - 10:44 pmDSM Des Moines-AMA Amarillo

6h 32m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

5:00 am - 9:05 amAMA Amarillo-DSM Des Moines

4h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$409American Airlines

Sat, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 6

9:25 am - 9:29 pmDSM Des Moines-AMA Amarillo

12h 04m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

12:54 pm - 6:54 pmAMA Amarillo-DSM Des Moines

6h 00m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$412American Airlines

Wed, Oct 28 - Sun, Nov 1

9:26 am - 8:15 pmDSM Des Moines-AMA Amarillo

10h 49m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

5:00 am - 9:05 amAMA Amarillo-DSM Des Moines

4h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$412American 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 $322. 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 $322 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.
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 $322 to $995. 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 $274, which is 5% 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

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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