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Cheapest round-trip
$343
Typical prices: $314-$449
United Airlines
Tue 10/2Fri 10/5
DSM - DRO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$355
Typical prices: $235-$340
United Airlines
Sun 9/30
DSM - DRO • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Durango. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 20% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $375 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 4h 39m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Durango (DSM-DRO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Durango

Fri, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 5
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5:22 pm - 8:38 pmDSM  Des Moines-DRO Durango La Plata County
4h 16m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:15 am - 10:52 amDRO  Durango La Plata County-DSM Des Moines
4h 37m1 stop Denver Intl
$343United Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Sun, Oct 4
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5:22 pm - 10:15 pmDSM  Des Moines-DRO Durango La Plata County
5h 53m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:15 am - 10:52 amDRO  Durango La Plata County-DSM Des Moines
4h 37m1 stop Denver Intl
$358United Airlines
Wed, Jan 27 - Sat, Jan 30
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5:03 pm - 8:40 pmDSM  Des Moines-DRO Durango La Plata County
4h 37m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:45 pm - 8:32 pmDRO  Durango La Plata County-DSM Des Moines
4h 47m1 stop Denver Intl
$376United Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8
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5:09 pm - 8:36 pmDSM  Des Moines-DRO Durango La Plata County
4h 27m1 stop Denver Intl
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3:20 pm - 11:42 pmDRO  Durango La Plata County-DSM Des Moines
7h 22m1 stop Denver Intl
$407United Airlines
Wed, Jan 27 - Sat, Jan 30
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5:03 pm - 8:40 pmDSM  Des Moines-DRO Durango La Plata County
4h 37m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:45 pm - 8:32 pmDRO  Durango La Plata County-DSM Des Moines
4h 47m1 stop Denver Intl
$408United Airlines
Sat, Jan 23 - Wed, Jan 27
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1:45 pm - 5:05 pmDSM  Des Moines-DRO Durango La Plata County
4h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
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1:15 pm - 8:32 pmDRO  Durango La Plata County-DSM Des Moines
6h 17m1 stop Denver Intl
$408United Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 5
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5:22 pm - 10:15 pmDSM  Des Moines-DRO Durango La Plata County
5h 53m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:15 am - 10:52 amDRO  Durango La Plata County-DSM Des Moines
4h 37m1 stop Denver Intl
$423United Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 5
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5:30 am - 10:56 amDSM  Des Moines-DRO Durango La Plata County
6h 26m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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11:44 am - 11:07 pmDRO  Durango La Plata County-DSM Des Moines
10h 23m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$562American Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 5
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2:29 pm - 10:22 pmDSM  Des Moines-DRO Durango La Plata County
8h 53m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:00 am - 1:49 pmDRO  Durango La Plata County-DSM Des Moines
6h 49m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$562American Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8
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3:31 pm - 10:06 pmDSM  Des Moines-DRO Durango La Plata County
7h 35m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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11:59 am - 12:26 amDRO  Durango La Plata County-DSM Des Moines
11h 27m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$562American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Durango flights

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Durango start at $343. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $314 to $449. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $343 on United Airlines.

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Key details for Des Moines to Durango flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$355
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 20% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Des Moines to Durango

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

    Flights from Des Moines to Durango usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Durango La Plata County (DRO).

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

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

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

    Connecting flights from Des Moines to Durango most commonly pass through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 97% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 3% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 34% on the Des Moines to Durango route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $296 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $442, a difference of $146. 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 long is a flight from Des Moines to Durango?

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Durango takes 0h 00m, covering 810 miles.

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

    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 Durango 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 $343 to $1,178. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Durango are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $474, which is 50% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 39m, compared with 5h 21m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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

    Durango 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 Durango La Plata County Airport (DRO)?

    Durango La Plata County Airport (DRO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Budget
    • Avis
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Durango range from $314 to $449, with an average of $369 over the past 12 months. Anything below $314 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Durango 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 Friday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Friday flights average $296 - about $146 less than Saturday (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Durango trip for May. Fares historically average $296 round-trip in that month - typically $222 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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