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Cheapest round-trip
$439
Typical prices: $486-$621
American Airlines
Fri 12/7Sun 12/9
DSM - DAB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$220
Typical prices: $225-$225
American Airlines
Fri 12/7
DSM - DAB • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Daytona Beach. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 16% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $492 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 5h 24m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Daytona Beach (DSM-DAB)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Daytona Beach

Tue, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 10
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11:38 am - 5:54 pmDSM  Des Moines-DAB Daytona Beach
5h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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2:25 pm - 6:06 pmDAB  Daytona Beach-DSM Des Moines
4h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$439Delta
Wed, Dec 30 - Tue, Jan 5
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6:43 pm - 11:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-DAB Daytona Beach
4h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:58 pm - 10:44 pmDAB  Daytona Beach-DSM Des Moines
4h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$439Delta
Mon, Dec 7 - Wed, Dec 9
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8:00 am - 2:22 pmDSM  Des Moines-DAB Daytona Beach
5h 22m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:01 am - 10:20 amDAB  Daytona Beach-DSM Des Moines
5h 19m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$439American Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 9
Delta Logo
11:38 am - 5:54 pmDSM  Des Moines-DAB Daytona Beach
5h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 10:53 amDAB  Daytona Beach-DSM Des Moines
5h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$439Delta
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
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2:58 pm - 11:17 pmDSM  Des Moines-DAB Daytona Beach
7h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:44 am - 6:06 pmDAB  Daytona Beach-DSM Des Moines
7h 22m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$439Delta
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
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11:38 am - 5:54 pmDSM  Des Moines-DAB Daytona Beach
5h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 10:53 amDAB  Daytona Beach-DSM Des Moines
5h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$439Delta
Fri, Feb 5 - Wed, Feb 10
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5:22 pm - 11:08 pmDSM  Des Moines-DAB Daytona Beach
4h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 11:01 amDAB  Daytona Beach-DSM Des Moines
6h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$439Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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2:58 pm - 11:17 pmDSM  Des Moines-DAB Daytona Beach
7h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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2:25 pm - 6:08 pmDAB  Daytona Beach-DSM Des Moines
4h 43m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$439Delta
Mon, Dec 7 - Tue, Dec 8
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2:58 pm - 11:17 pmDSM  Des Moines-DAB Daytona Beach
7h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:59 pm - 10:38 pmDAB  Daytona Beach-DSM Des Moines
4h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$439Delta
Mon, Dec 7 - Wed, Dec 9
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8:00 am - 2:22 pmDSM  Des Moines-DAB Daytona Beach
5h 22m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:01 am - 10:20 amDAB  Daytona Beach-DSM Des Moines
5h 19m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$478American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Daytona Beach flights

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Daytona Beach typically range from $486 to $621. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $439, on American Airlines.

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Key details for Des Moines to Daytona Beach flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$220
Beat the crowds with an average 76% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 67% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Des Moines to Daytona Beach

When to book flights from Des Moines to Daytona Beach

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Des Moines to Daytona Beach?

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Daytona Beach takes 00m, covering 1,107 miles.

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

    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 Daytona Beach flight?

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Daytona Beach range from $486 to $621, with an average of $518 over the past 12 months. Anything below $486 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Des Moines to Daytona Beach 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 $439 to $1,307. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Daytona Beach are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $263, which is 16% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Daytona Beach Airport (DAB)?

    Daytona Beach Airport (DAB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $58 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Avis

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

    Flights from Des Moines to Daytona Beach usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Daytona Beach (DAB).

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

    Connecting flights from Des Moines to Daytona Beach most commonly pass through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 52% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 48% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 31% on flights from Des Moines to Daytona Beach. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $446 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $639, a difference of $193.

    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 Daytona Beach?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 22m, compared with 5h 24m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What is the time difference between Des Moines and Daytona Beach?

    Daytona Beach 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 Daytona Beach 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Friday flights average $446, about $193 less than Monday fares (30% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Daytona Beach trip for May. Fares historically average $434 round-trip in that month - typically $205 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Daytona Beach Airport.

    • Best Western International Speedway Hotel
    • Home2 Suites by Hilton Daytona Beach Speedway
    • Hampton Inn Daytona Beach-Speedway/Airport

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