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Cheapest round-trip
$276
Typical prices: $346-$442
Southwest
Sun 2/18Tue 2/20
DSM - BHM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$161
Typical prices: $218-$479
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/1
DSM - BHM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Birmingham. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 14% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Cheapest • Avg $350 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 4h 50m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Birmingham (DSM-BHM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Birmingham

Thu, Feb 18 - Sat, Feb 20
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5:20 am - 12:15 pmDSM  Des Moines-BHM Birmingham
6h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway
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5:35 am - 1:25 pmBHM  Birmingham-DSM Des Moines
7h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
$276Southwest
Thu, Feb 18 - Sat, Feb 20
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5:20 am - 4:00 pmDSM  Des Moines-BHM Birmingham
10h 40m2 stops Chicago Midway Dallas Love Field
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5:35 am - 1:25 pmBHM  Birmingham-DSM Des Moines
7h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
$281Southwest
Wed, Oct 7 - Fri, Oct 9
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7:31 pm - 12:13 amDSM  Des Moines-BHM Birmingham
4h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:30 pm - 11:58 pmBHM  Birmingham-DSM Des Moines
5h 28m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$292American Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 9
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8:00 am - 2:11 pmDSM  Des Moines-BHM Birmingham
6h 11m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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2:55 pm - 10:21 pmBHM  Birmingham-DSM Des Moines
7h 26m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$337United Airlines
Tue, Dec 15 - Wed, Dec 16
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6:18 pm - 11:15 pmDSM  Des Moines-BHM Birmingham
4h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:20 pm - 11:15 pmBHM  Birmingham-DSM Des Moines
4h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$337United Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 9
American Airlines Logo
11:09 am - 5:09 pmDSM  Des Moines-BHM Birmingham
6h 00m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:39 pm - 11:26 pmBHM  Birmingham-DSM Des Moines
5h 47m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$377American Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Mon, Oct 26
American Airlines Logo
7:08 am - 12:20 pmDSM  Des Moines-BHM Birmingham
5h 12m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:30 pm - 11:58 pmBHM  Birmingham-DSM Des Moines
5h 28m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$397American Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Mon, Oct 26
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6:54 pm - 10:52 pmDSM  Des Moines-BHM Birmingham
3h 58m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:21 pm - 10:33 pmBHM  Birmingham-DSM Des Moines
4h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$413Delta
Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 23
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5:35 am - 9:23 amDSM  Des Moines-BHM Birmingham
3h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:06 pm - 10:33 pmBHM  Birmingham-DSM Des Moines
5h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,026Delta
Fri, Oct 23 - Sun, Oct 25
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10:57 am - 6:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-BHM Birmingham
8h 02m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:18 am - 10:42 amBHM  Birmingham-DSM Des Moines
5h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,267Delta
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Birmingham flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Des Moines to Birmingham with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Birmingham start at $276. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $346 to $442. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $276 on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Birmingham?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Birmingham, it is 6% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 71% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Birmingham?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Birmingham at $331 round-trip.
  • December ($662) and July ($626) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 100% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Des Moines to Birmingham flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$161
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 10% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 14% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Des Moines to Birmingham

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Des Moines to Birmingham based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Des Moines to Birmingham flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

    Flights from Des Moines to Birmingham usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Birmingham (BHM).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Des Moines to Birmingham:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    One-stop flights from Des Moines to Birmingham most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 61% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 5% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Des Moines to Birmingham route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 46%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $364 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $662: a $298 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Birmingham?

    Some of the most popular sights in Birmingham are UAB Hospital Jefferson Tower and Alys Robinson Stephens Performing Arts Center. These are among the most viewed places in Birmingham on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Des Moines to Birmingham?

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Birmingham takes 0h 00m, covering 667 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Birmingham?

    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 Birmingham 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 $276 to $1,721. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Birmingham are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $197, which is 32% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 50m, compared with 5h 19m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 5h 34m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What car rental options are available at Birmingham Airport (BHM)?

    Birmingham Airport (BHM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $28 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Avis
    • Budget

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

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Birmingham range from $346 to $442, with an average of $386 over the past 12 months. Anything below $346 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Birmingham flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $364 - about $298 less than Monday (45% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Birmingham trip for January. Fares historically average $331 round-trip in that month - typically $331 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Birmingham Airport.
    - Holiday Inn Birmingham-Airport By IHG
    - Ramada by Wyndham Birmingham Airport
    - Relax Inn Hotel

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