Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Grand Junction?

Flights from Des Moines to Grand Junction usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Grand Junction Regnl (GJT).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Grand Junction?

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

Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Grand Junction pass through?

Most connecting flights from Des Moines to Grand Junction pass through Denver Intl (DEN), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Grand Junction?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 33% on the Des Moines to Grand Junction route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $329 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $484, a difference of $155. 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 Grand Junction?

A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Grand Junction takes 0h 00m, covering 799 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Grand Junction?

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 Grand Junction 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 $1,093. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Grand Junction?

Grand Junction 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 Grand Junction Regnl Airport (GJT)?

Grand Junction Regnl Airport (GJT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $32 for economy cars. Top options include: • Dollar • Hertz • Budget • Alamo • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Grand Junction flight?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Grand Junction range from $310 to $427, with an average of $358 over the past 12 months. Anything below $310 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Des Moines to Grand Junction?

United Airlines ($399) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Des Moines to Grand Junction in the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Des Moines to Grand Junction?

Flights via Denver Intl (DEN) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $384. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Des Moines to Grand Junction which airport offers the shortest layover?

Denver Intl (DEN) had the shortest average connection time for Des Moines to Grand Junction layovers at 177 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Grand Junction

Wed, Jan 27 - Sat, Jan 30

5:03 pm - 8:27 pmDSM Des Moines-GJT Grand Junction Regnl

4h 24m1 stop Denver Intl

7:43 am - 12:34 pmGJT Grand Junction Regnl-DSM Des Moines

3h 51m1 stop Denver Intl

$399United Airlines

Wed, Jan 27 - Sat, Jan 30

5:03 pm - 8:27 pmDSM Des Moines-GJT Grand Junction Regnl

4h 24m1 stop Denver Intl

7:43 am - 12:34 pmGJT Grand Junction Regnl-DSM Des Moines

3h 51m1 stop Denver Intl

$419United Airlines

Wed, Jan 27 - Sat, Jan 30

8:00 am - 8:27 pmDSM Des Moines-GJT Grand Junction Regnl

13h 27m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl

3:16 pm - 8:32 pmGJT Grand Junction Regnl-DSM Des Moines

4h 16m1 stop Denver Intl

$552United Airlines

Wed, Jan 27 - Sat, Jan 30

8:00 am - 8:27 pmDSM Des Moines-GJT Grand Junction Regnl

13h 27m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl

3:16 pm - 8:32 pmGJT Grand Junction Regnl-DSM Des Moines

4h 16m1 stop Denver Intl

$608United Airlines

Wed, Jan 27 - Sat, Jan 30

8:00 am - 8:27 pmDSM Des Moines-GJT Grand Junction Regnl

13h 27m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl

1:20 pm - 8:32 pmGJT Grand Junction Regnl-DSM Des Moines

6h 12m1 stop Denver Intl

$613United Airlines

Recent last minute flight deals from Des Moines to Grand Junction

Thu, Sep 17 - Sat, Sep 19

2:17 pm - 9:22 pmDSM Des Moines-GJT Grand Junction Regnl

8h 05m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

4:41 pm - 11:12 pmGJT Grand Junction Regnl-DSM Des Moines

5h 31m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$459American Airlines

Fri, Sep 18 - Mon, Sep 28

5:21 pm - 8:35 pmDSM Des Moines-GJT Grand Junction Regnl

4h 14m1 stop Denver Intl

6:06 pm - 11:48 pmGJT Grand Junction Regnl-DSM Des Moines

4h 42m1 stop Denver Intl

$469United Airlines

Sun, Sep 20 - Wed, Sep 30

5:45 am - 8:49 amDSM Des Moines-GJT Grand Junction Regnl

4h 04m1 stop Denver Intl

7:00 am - 12:31 pmGJT Grand Junction Regnl-DSM Des Moines

4h 31m1 stop Denver Intl

$479United Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Thu, Oct 1

5:30 am - 11:27 amDSM Des Moines-GJT Grand Junction Regnl

6h 57m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

4:44 pm - 11:12 pmGJT Grand Junction Regnl-DSM Des Moines

5h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$479American Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Tue, Sep 29

5:30 am - 11:27 amDSM Des Moines-GJT Grand Junction Regnl

6h 57m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

4:41 pm - 11:12 pmGJT Grand Junction Regnl-DSM Des Moines

5h 31m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$479American Airlines

Sun, Sep 20 - Tue, Sep 29

9:13 am - 12:38 pmDSM Des Moines-GJT Grand Junction Regnl

4h 25m1 stop Denver Intl

7:00 am - 12:31 pmGJT Grand Junction Regnl-DSM Des Moines

4h 31m1 stop Denver Intl

$479United Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26

5:21 pm - 8:35 pmDSM Des Moines-GJT Grand Junction Regnl

4h 14m1 stop Denver Intl

7:00 am - 12:31 pmGJT Grand Junction Regnl-DSM Des Moines

4h 31m1 stop Denver Intl

$479United Airlines

Sun, Sep 20 - Sat, Sep 26

9:13 am - 12:38 pmDSM Des Moines-GJT Grand Junction Regnl

4h 25m1 stop Denver Intl

9:24 am - 4:21 pmGJT Grand Junction Regnl-DSM Des Moines

5h 57m1 stop Denver Intl

$479United Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Wed, Sep 30

5:21 pm - 8:35 pmDSM Des Moines-GJT Grand Junction Regnl

4h 14m1 stop Denver Intl

7:00 am - 12:31 pmGJT Grand Junction Regnl-DSM Des Moines

4h 31m1 stop Denver Intl

$479United Airlines

Thu, Sep 17 - Sun, Sep 27

5:21 pm - 9:58 pmDSM Des Moines-GJT Grand Junction Regnl

5h 37m1 stop Denver Intl

5:30 am - 10:52 amGJT Grand Junction Regnl-DSM Des Moines

4h 22m1 stop Denver Intl

$490United Airlines

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Grand Junction start at $399. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $310 to $427. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $399 on United Airlines.

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

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Grand Junction, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 35% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Grand Junction?
Flights from Des Moines to Grand Junction usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Grand Junction Regnl (GJT).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Grand Junction?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Des Moines to Grand Junction.
Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Grand Junction pass through?
Most connecting flights from Des Moines to Grand Junction pass through Denver Intl (DEN), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Grand Junction?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 33% on the Des Moines to Grand Junction route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $329 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $484, a difference of $155. 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 Grand Junction?
A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Grand Junction takes 0h 00m, covering 799 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Grand Junction?
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 Grand Junction 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 $1,093. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
What is the time difference between Des Moines and Grand Junction?
Grand Junction 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 Grand Junction Regnl Airport (GJT)?
Grand Junction Regnl Airport (GJT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $32 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Budget
• Alamo
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Grand Junction flight?
Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Grand Junction range from $310 to $427, with an average of $358 over the past 12 months. Anything below $310 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Friday flights average $329 - about $155 less than Tuesday (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Grand Junction trip for November. Fares historically average $231 round-trip in that month - typically $232 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 Grand Junction Regnl Airport.
- Grand Vista Hotel
- La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Grand Junction
- Ramada by Wyndham Grand Junction

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