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Cheapest round-trip
$295
Typical prices: $426-$560
American Airlines
Sat 12/8Wed 12/12
DSM - BOI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$178
Typical prices: $202-$508
American Airlines
Tue 12/25
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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April
Cheapest • 19% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $407 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 5h 03m (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

Tue, Dec 8 - Sat, Dec 12
American Airlines Logo
3:31 pm - 10:46 pmDSM  Des Moines-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
8h 15m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:06 am - 2:19 pmBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-DSM Des Moines
7h 13m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$295American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 1:23 pmDSM  Des Moines-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
9h 23m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:40 am - 2:44 pmBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-DSM Des Moines
7h 04m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$295American Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12
Delta Logo
4:53 pm - 12:10 amDSM  Des Moines-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
8h 17m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
3:00 pm - 9:31 pmBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-DSM Des Moines
5h 31m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$295Delta
Tue, Dec 8 - Sat, Dec 12
Delta Logo
5:20 am - 1:44 pmDSM  Des Moines-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
9h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
11:25 am - 9:31 pmBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-DSM Des Moines
9h 06m2 stops Salt Lake City Minneapolis St Paul
$300Delta
Wed, Feb 17 - Mon, Feb 22
Southwest Logo
6:30 pm - 11:05 pmDSM  Des Moines-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
5h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
7:30 am - 1:10 pmBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-DSM Des Moines
4h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
$355Southwest
Tue, Jan 5 - Mon, Jan 11
Southwest Logo
7:00 am - 11:00 amDSM  Des Moines-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
5h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
2:50 pm - 8:35 pmBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-DSM Des Moines
4h 45m1 stop Denver Intl
$355Southwest
Thu, Dec 24 - Wed, Dec 30
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:21 pm - 4:48 pmDSM  Des Moines-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
27h 27m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:33 pm - 7:31 pmBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-DSM Des Moines
24h 58m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
$372Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Wed, Dec 23
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:43 pm - 8:14 amDSM  Des Moines-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
12h 31m1 stop Phoenix-Mesa Gateway
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:33 pm - 9:23 pmBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-DSM Des Moines
26h 50m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$378Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 9:59 amDSM  Des Moines-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
5h 29m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:40 am - 11:15 pmBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-DSM Des Moines
11h 35m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$442United Airlines
Fri, Dec 25 - Fri, Jan 1
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 9:59 amDSM  Des Moines-BOI Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld
5h 29m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:25 pm - 11:59 pmBOI  Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld-DSM Des Moines
5h 34m1 stop Denver Intl
$460United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Boise flights

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Boise typically range from $426 to $560. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $295, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Boise. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 43% higher.

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Key details for Des Moines to Boise flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$178
Beat the crowds with an average 75% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 68% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Des Moines to Boise

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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Boise takes 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Boise range from $426 to $560, with an average of $476 over the past 12 months. Anything below $426 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 $295 to $960. 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $202, which is 41% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 averaging $84 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Hertz
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Avis

  • 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).

  • 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) - 67% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 1% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 34% on flights from Des Moines to Boise. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $452 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $682, a difference of $230.

    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 Boise?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 03m, compared with 5h 34m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and 6h 54m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

  • 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 popular places can I visit in Boise?

    Some of the most popular sights in Boise are Idaho Central Arena, Julia Davis Park and Discovery Center of Idaho. These are among the most viewed places in Boise on KAYAK.

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 are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $452, about $230 less than Sunday fares (34% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Boise trip for April. Fares historically average $388 round-trip in that month - typically $480 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
    • Super 8 by Wyndham Boise
    • Comfort Suites Airport

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