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Cheapest round-trip
$577
Typical prices: $472-$564
American Airlines
Sat 10/20Tue 10/23
DSM - FAY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$269
Typical prices: $336-$336
Delta
Wed 11/7
DSM - FAY • 1 stop
When to travel
October
Cheapest • 34% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Cheapest • Avg $492 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 5h 11m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Fayetteville (DSM-FAY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Fayetteville

Tue, Oct 20 - Fri, Oct 23
American Airlines Logo
1:14 pm - 6:47 pmDSM  Des Moines-FAY Fayetteville
4h 33m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
7:52 pm - 11:58 pmFAY  Fayetteville-DSM Des Moines
5h 06m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$577American Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Fri, Oct 23
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 6:05 pmDSM  Des Moines-FAY Fayetteville
11h 05m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:42 amFAY  Fayetteville-DSM Des Moines
5h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$582Delta
Tue, Oct 20 - Fri, Oct 23
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 2:50 pmDSM  Des Moines-FAY Fayetteville
7h 50m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:45 pm - 2:25 pmFAY  Fayetteville-DSM Des Moines
20h 40m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Minneapolis St Paul
$627Delta
Sun, Dec 27 - Sun, Jan 3
American Airlines Logo
7:02 am - 12:13 pmDSM  Des Moines-FAY Fayetteville
4h 11m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:04 pm - 11:58 pmFAY  Fayetteville-DSM Des Moines
6h 54m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$759American Airlines
Sun, Dec 27 - Sun, Jan 3
American Airlines Logo
6:17 pm - 11:53 pmDSM  Des Moines-FAY Fayetteville
4h 36m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:04 pm - 11:58 pmFAY  Fayetteville-DSM Des Moines
6h 54m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$813American Airlines
Sun, Dec 27 - Sun, Jan 3
American Airlines Logo
7:02 am - 12:13 pmDSM  Des Moines-FAY Fayetteville
4h 11m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
5:09 am - 2:56 pmFAY  Fayetteville-DSM Des Moines
10h 47m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Chicago O'Hare Intl
$821American Airlines
Sun, Dec 27 - Sun, Jan 3
American Airlines Logo
6:17 pm - 11:53 pmDSM  Des Moines-FAY Fayetteville
4h 36m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:04 pm - 11:58 pmFAY  Fayetteville-DSM Des Moines
6h 54m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$840American Airlines
Sun, Dec 27 - Sun, Jan 3
American Airlines Logo
6:16 pm - 11:53 pmDSM  Des Moines-FAY Fayetteville
4h 37m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:04 pm - 11:58 pmFAY  Fayetteville-DSM Des Moines
6h 54m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$840American Airlines
Sun, Dec 27 - Sun, Jan 3
American Airlines Logo
6:17 pm - 11:53 pmDSM  Des Moines-FAY Fayetteville
4h 36m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
5:09 am - 2:56 pmFAY  Fayetteville-DSM Des Moines
10h 47m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Chicago O'Hare Intl
$845American Airlines
Sun, Dec 27 - Sun, Jan 3
American Airlines Logo
6:17 pm - 11:53 pmDSM  Des Moines-FAY Fayetteville
4h 36m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
5:09 am - 2:56 pmFAY  Fayetteville-DSM Des Moines
10h 47m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Chicago O'Hare Intl
$872American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Fayetteville flights

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Fayetteville typically range from $472 to $564. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $577, on American Airlines.

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

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 Fayetteville. It’s 15% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 207% higher.

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Key details for Des Moines to Fayetteville flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$269
One-way flight from Des Moines to Fayetteville

When to book flights from Des Moines to Fayetteville

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Your Des Moines to Fayetteville 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 Fayetteville?

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

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

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Des Moines to Fayetteville. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 11m and 5h 21m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    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 Fayetteville flight?

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Fayetteville range from $472 to $564, with an average of $506 over the past 12 months. Anything below $472 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Des Moines to Fayetteville changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $577 to $1,055. That means the highest observed fare was about 82% higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Fayetteville are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $331.

  • What car rental options are available at Fayetteville Airport (FAY)?

    Fayetteville Airport (FAY) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $28 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

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

    Flights from Des Moines to Fayetteville usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Fayetteville (FAY).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 68% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 32% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 73% on flights from Des Moines to Fayetteville. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $434 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,558, a difference of $1,124.

    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 Fayetteville?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 11m, compared with 5h 21m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

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

    Fayetteville 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 Fayetteville 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 Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $434, about $1,124 less than Friday fares (72% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Fayetteville trip for October. Fares historically average $336 round-trip in that month - typically $739 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).

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