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Cheapest round-trip
$374
Typical prices: $376-$606
Delta
Fri 10/26Wed 10/31
DSM - BTV • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Burlington. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 18% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA)
Cheapest • Avg $339 (round-trip)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 4h 40m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Burlington (DSM-BTV)

 

Cheap flights from Des Moines to Burlington with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Mon, Oct 26 - Sat, Oct 31
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3:03 pm - 11:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-BTV Burlington
7h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 11:40 amBTV  Burlington-DSM Des Moines
6h 40m1 stop New York LaGuardia
$374Delta
Mon, Oct 26 - Sat, Oct 31
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3:03 pm - 11:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-BTV Burlington
7h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 3:16 pmBTV  Burlington-DSM Des Moines
10h 16m2 stops New York LaGuardia Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$379Delta
Mon, Oct 26 - Sat, Oct 31
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3:03 pm - 12:57 amDSM  Des Moines-BTV Burlington
8h 54m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson New York John F Kennedy Intl
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6:00 am - 3:16 pmBTV  Burlington-DSM Des Moines
10h 16m2 stops New York LaGuardia Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$384Delta
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
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1:15 pm - 9:17 pmDSM  Des Moines-BTV Burlington
7h 02m1 stop Philadelphia
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7:06 am - 1:30 pmBTV  Burlington-DSM Des Moines
7h 24m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$399American Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Sat, Oct 31
Delta Logo
3:03 pm - 11:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-BTV Burlington
7h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 11:40 amBTV  Burlington-DSM Des Moines
6h 40m1 stop New York LaGuardia
$399Delta
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:35 pmDSM  Des Moines-BTV Burlington
5h 35m1 stop Philadelphia
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5:59 am - 1:30 pmBTV  Burlington-DSM Des Moines
8h 31m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Chicago O'Hare Intl
$404American Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Sat, Oct 31
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6:05 am - 12:35 pmDSM  Des Moines-BTV Burlington
5h 30m1 stop Philadelphia
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1:05 pm - 7:52 pmBTV  Burlington-DSM Des Moines
7h 47m1 stop Philadelphia
$444American Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3
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8:00 am - 2:23 pmDSM  Des Moines-BTV Burlington
5h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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4:50 pm - 9:23 pmBTV  Burlington-DSM Des Moines
5h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$451United Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3
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8:00 am - 2:23 pmDSM  Des Moines-BTV Burlington
5h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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2:57 pm - 11:14 pmBTV  Burlington-DSM Des Moines
9h 17m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
$456United Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3
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8:00 am - 2:23 pmDSM  Des Moines-BTV Burlington
5h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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2:31 pm - 9:23 pmBTV  Burlington-DSM Des Moines
7h 52m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$456United Airlines

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

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Burlington typically range from $376 to $606. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $374, on Delta.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Burlington. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 54% higher.

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Key details for Des Moines to Burlington flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$374
Beat the crowds with an average 94% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 28% increase in travelers.
Round-trip flight from Des Moines to Burlington

When to book flights from Des Moines to Burlington

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Burlington takes 00m, covering 1,052 miles.

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

    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 Burlington flight?

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Burlington range from $376 to $606, with an average of $414 over the past 12 months. Anything below $376 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Des Moines to Burlington 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 $399 to $1,234. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • What car rental options are available at Burlington Airport (BTV)?

    Burlington Airport (BTV) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $27 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Avis

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

    Flights from Des Moines to Burlington usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Burlington (BTV).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 91% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 3% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) - 3% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 3% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 42% on flights from Des Moines to Burlington. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $376 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $639, a difference of $263.

    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 Burlington?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 40m, compared with 5h 26m via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and 6h 12m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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

    Burlington is 1 hour ahead of Des Moines (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Burlington 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $376, about $263 less than Sunday fares (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Burlington trip for November. Fares historically average $339 round-trip in that month - typically $359 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Burlington Airport.

    • DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont
    • Delta Hotels by Marriott Burlington
    • Vermont Suites

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