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Cheapest round-trip
$339
Typical prices: $393-$535
American Airlines
Sat 10/20Wed 10/24
DSM - BOI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$184
Typical prices: $202-$463
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/30
DSM - BOI • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Boise. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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September
Cheapest • 26% price drop
June
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Top layover airports
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)
Cheapest • Avg $347 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 4h 58m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Boise (DSM-BOI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Boise

Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2
American Airlines Logo
7:29 am - 2:33 pmDSM  Des Moines-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
8h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
2:41 pm - 11:05 pmBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-DSM Des Moines
7h 24m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$321American Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2
American Airlines Logo
5:06 am - 1:22 pmDSM  Des Moines-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
9h 16m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
2:03 pm - 12:26 amBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-DSM Des Moines
9h 23m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$326American Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
United Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 9:34 amDSM  Des Moines-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
4h 49m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:35 am - 9:23 pmBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-DSM Des Moines
9h 48m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$344United Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
United Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 12:58 pmDSM  Des Moines-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
8h 13m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
2:44 pm - 11:34 pmBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-DSM Des Moines
7h 50m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$349United Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Sun, Oct 25
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:42 pm - 1:55 pmDSM  Des Moines-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
24h 13m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:50 pm - 7:30 pmBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-DSM Des Moines
27h 40m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
$386Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15
Delta Logo
7:55 pm - 11:56 pmDSM  Des Moines-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
5h 01m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
1:41 pm - 10:35 pmBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-DSM Des Moines
7h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$388Delta
Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2
Southwest Logo
4:30 pm - 1:45 amDSM  Des Moines-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
10h 15m2 stops Chicago Midway Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
Southwest Logo
12:20 pm - 10:00 pmBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-DSM Des Moines
8h 40m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
$400Southwest
Wed, Sep 30 - Fri, Oct 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:42 pm - 1:55 pmDSM  Des Moines-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
24h 13m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 2:37 pmBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-DSM Des Moines
24h 07m1 stop Phoenix-Mesa Gateway
$413Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Wed, Oct 14
Southwest Logo
2:00 pm - 1:45 amDSM  Des Moines-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
12h 45m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
Southwest Logo
12:55 pm - 8:40 pmBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-DSM Des Moines
6h 45m1 stop Denver Intl
$422Southwest
Mon, Oct 12 - Fri, Oct 16
Delta Logo
7:51 pm - 11:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
5h 08m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
3:00 pm - 9:00 pmBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-DSM Des Moines
5h 00m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$423Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Boise flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Boise start at $339. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $393 to $535. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $339 on American Airlines.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Boise, it is 7% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 47% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Des Moines to Boise flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$184
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 23% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 6% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Des Moines to Boise

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Des Moines to Boise 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 Boise 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 Boise?

    Flights from Des Moines to Boise usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld (BOI).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 62% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 6% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) 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 Boise?

    On the Des Moines to Boise route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 37%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $431 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $682: a $251 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Boise?

    Some of the most popular sights in Boise are Boise Center, Idaho Central Arena and Boise River Greenbelt. These are among the most viewed places in Boise on KAYAK.

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

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Boise takes 0h 00m, covering 1,153 miles.

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

    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 Boise 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 $321 to $809. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Boise are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $331, which is 15% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 58m, compared with 5h 34m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and 6h 29m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

  • What is the time difference between Des Moines and Boise?

    Boise is 1 hour behind Des Moines (Mountain Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld Airport (BOI)?

    Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld Airport (BOI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Hertz
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Avis

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

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Boise range from $393 to $535, with an average of $461 over the past 12 months. Anything below $393 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Boise 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 Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $431 - about $251 less than Sunday (37% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Boise trip for September. Fares historically average $341 round-trip in that month - typically $545 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld Airport.
    - Ramada by Wyndham Boise
    - Hotel 28 Boise Airport, an Ascend Collection Hotel
    - Super 8 by Wyndham Boise

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