Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to El Paso?

Flights from Des Moines to El Paso usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at El Paso (ELP).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to El Paso?

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

Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to El Paso pass through?

One-stop flights from Des Moines to El Paso most commonly connect through: • Denver Intl (DEN) - 55% of one-stop connections • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 36% of one-stop connections • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 7% of one-stop connections • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 2% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to El Paso?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 41% on flights from Des Moines to El Paso. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $356 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $597, a difference of $241. 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 El Paso?

A nonstop flight from Des Moines to El Paso takes 00m, covering 972 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to El Paso?

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 El Paso 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 $255 to $940. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 44m, compared with 5h 48m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 7h 02m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

What is the time difference between Des Moines and El Paso?

El Paso 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 El Paso Airport (ELP)?

El Paso Airport (ELP) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $28 for economy cars. Top options include: • Dollar • Thrifty • Alamo • Hertz • Budget

How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to El Paso flight?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to El Paso range from $344 to $467, with an average of $402 over the past 12 months. Anything below $344 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to El Paso typically range from $344 to $467. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $255, on United Airlines.

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

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 El Paso. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 48% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Des Moines to El Paso?

United Airlines ($255) and Southwest ($260) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Des Moines to El Paso according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Des Moines to El Paso?

Denver Intl (DEN) is the most popular layover for the Des Moines to El Paso route. 55% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via DEN.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Des Moines to El Paso?

Flights via Denver Intl (DEN) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $381. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Des Moines to El Paso which airport offers the shortest layover?

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) had the shortest average connection time for Des Moines to El Paso layovers at 3h 43m over the past 3 months.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to El Paso

Sat, Jan 16 - Mon, Jan 25

3:00 pm - 7:53 pmDSM Des Moines-ELP El Paso

5h 53m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

7:00 am - 12:40 pmELP El Paso-DSM Des Moines

4h 40m1 stop Denver Intl

$255United Airlines

Sat, Jan 9 - Sat, Jan 16

3:00 pm - 7:53 pmDSM Des Moines-ELP El Paso

5h 53m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

2:33 pm - 8:38 pmELP El Paso-DSM Des Moines

5h 05m1 stop Denver Intl

$255United Airlines

Sat, Jan 16 - Mon, Jan 25

7:05 am - 11:45 amDSM Des Moines-ELP El Paso

5h 40m1 stop Denver Intl

11:05 am - 8:40 pmELP El Paso-DSM Des Moines

8h 35m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Denver Intl

$260Southwest

Sat, Jan 9 - Sat, Jan 16

12:00 pm - 6:50 pmDSM Des Moines-ELP El Paso

7h 50m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

8:20 am - 2:20 pmELP El Paso-DSM Des Moines

5h 00m1 stop Denver Intl

$260Southwest

Sat, Feb 27 - Tue, Mar 2

5:45 am - 12:43 pmDSM Des Moines-ELP El Paso

7h 58m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:00 am - 4:50 pmELP El Paso-DSM Des Moines

9h 50m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$260Delta

Wed, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 2

5:45 am - 12:43 pmDSM Des Moines-ELP El Paso

7h 58m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:00 am - 4:50 pmELP El Paso-DSM Des Moines

9h 50m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$260Delta

Sat, Jan 16 - Mon, Jan 25

3:10 pm - 10:42 pmDSM Des Moines-ELP El Paso

8h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

2:11 pm - 10:30 pmELP El Paso-DSM Des Moines

7h 19m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$262United Airlines

Sat, Jan 16 - Mon, Jan 25

7:05 am - 4:25 pmDSM Des Moines-ELP El Paso

10h 20m2 stops Denver Intl Austin Bergstrom

10:50 am - 8:40 pmELP El Paso-DSM Des Moines

8h 50m2 stops Dallas Love Field Denver Intl

$265Southwest

Fri, Feb 26 - Wed, Mar 3

2:35 pm - 9:53 pmDSM Des Moines-ELP El Paso

8h 18m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

3:32 pm - 11:48 pmELP El Paso-DSM Des Moines

7h 16m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$289American Airlines

Wed, Jan 6 - Wed, Jan 13

5:10 am - 12:29 pmDSM Des Moines-ELP El Paso

8h 19m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

7:00 am - 1:43 pmELP El Paso-DSM Des Moines

5h 43m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$299American Airlines

Recent last minute flight deals from Des Moines to El Paso

Fri, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 11

8:25 pm - 6:32 pmDSM Des Moines-ELP El Paso

23h 07m1 stop Denver Intl

7:14 pm - 7:30 pmELP El Paso-DSM Des Moines

23h 16m1 stop Denver Intl

$440Frontier

Thu, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 13

5:22 pm - 9:10 pmDSM Des Moines-ELP El Paso

4h 48m1 stop Denver Intl

2:10 pm - 10:15 pmELP El Paso-DSM Des Moines

7h 05m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$655United Airlines

Thu, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 13

10:22 am - 9:17 pmDSM Des Moines-ELP El Paso

11h 55m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

2:13 pm - 10:33 pmELP El Paso-DSM Des Moines

7h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$660Delta

Thu, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 13

10:57 am - 9:17 pmDSM Des Moines-ELP El Paso

11h 20m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

2:13 pm - 10:33 pmELP El Paso-DSM Des Moines

7h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$660Delta

Thu, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 13

10:57 am - 9:17 pmDSM Des Moines-ELP El Paso

11h 20m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:00 am - 7:11 pmELP El Paso-DSM Des Moines

12h 11m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Minneapolis St Paul

$665Delta

Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 11

4:12 pm - 9:33 pmDSM Des Moines-ELP El Paso

6h 21m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

8:00 am - 3:11 pmELP El Paso-DSM Des Moines

6h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$701American Airlines

Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 11

11:50 am - 9:15 pmDSM Des Moines-ELP El Paso

10h 25m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

5:45 am - 1:35 pmELP El Paso-DSM Des Moines

6h 50m1 stop Denver Intl

$706Southwest

Fri, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 11

6:20 am - 2:00 pmDSM Des Moines-ELP El Paso

8h 40m2 stops Denver Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

4:15 pm - 9:35 pmELP El Paso-DSM Des Moines

4h 20m1 stop Denver Intl

$706Southwest

Fri, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 11

6:20 am - 2:00 pmDSM Des Moines-ELP El Paso

8h 40m2 stops Denver Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

11:35 am - 9:35 pmELP El Paso-DSM Des Moines

9h 00m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Denver Intl

$711Southwest

Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 11

6:20 am - 2:00 pmDSM Des Moines-ELP El Paso

8h 40m2 stops Denver Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

11:35 am - 9:35 pmELP El Paso-DSM Des Moines

9h 00m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Denver Intl

$711Southwest

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How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to El Paso? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Des Moines to El Paso departing in january.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to El Paso?: 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 El Paso. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 48% higher.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to El Paso?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Des Moines to El Paso.
How long is a flight from Des Moines to El Paso?
A nonstop flight from Des Moines to El Paso takes 00m, covering 972 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to El Paso?
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 El Paso flight?
Round-trip flights from Des Moines to El Paso range from $344 to $467, with an average of $402 over the past 12 months. Anything below $344 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Des Moines to El Paso 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 $255 to $940. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
What car rental options are available at El Paso Airport (ELP)?
El Paso Airport (ELP) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $28 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Thrifty
• Alamo
• Hertz
• Budget
Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to El Paso?
Flights from Des Moines to El Paso usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at El Paso (ELP).
Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to El Paso pass through?
One-stop flights from Des Moines to El Paso most commonly connect through:

• Denver Intl (DEN) - 55% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 36% of one-stop connections
• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 7% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 2% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to El Paso?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 41% on flights from Des Moines to El Paso. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $356 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $597, a difference of $241.

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 El Paso?
Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 44m, compared with 5h 48m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 7h 02m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).
What is the time difference between Des Moines and El Paso?
El Paso is 1 hour behind Des Moines (Mountain Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $356, about $241 less than Monday fares (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to El Paso trip for February. Fares historically average $318 round-trip in that month - typically $180 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to El Paso Airport.

• Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham El Paso
• Wyndham El Paso Airport Hotel and Water Park
• Radisson Hotel El Paso Airport

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