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Cheapest round-trip
$321
Typical prices: $378-$621
Delta
Fri 10/26Mon 10/29
DSM - BDL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$179
Typical prices: $247-$408
Southwest
Fri 10/5
DSM - BDL • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Hartford. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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August
Cheapest • 38% price drop
November
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Top layover airports
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA)
Cheapest • Avg $347 (round-trip)
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Shortest trip • 4h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Hartford (DSM-BDL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Hartford

Mon, Oct 26 - Thu, Oct 29
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5:50 pm - 11:32 pmDSM  Des Moines-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
4h 42m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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7:20 am - 2:25 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-DSM Des Moines
8h 05m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$321Delta
Sat, Oct 17 - Mon, Oct 19
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4:07 pm - 11:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
6h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:23 am - 9:42 amBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 19m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$321Delta
Mon, Oct 26 - Thu, Oct 29
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5:10 am - 11:00 amDSM  Des Moines-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
4h 50m1 stop Chicago Midway
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4:25 pm - 11:15 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-DSM Des Moines
7h 50m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway
$326Southwest
Mon, Oct 26 - Thu, Oct 29
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7:10 pm - 8:15 amDSM  Des Moines-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
12h 05m2 stops Denver Intl Baltimore/Washington
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4:25 pm - 11:15 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-DSM Des Moines
7h 50m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway
$337Southwest
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
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5:50 pm - 11:32 pmDSM  Des Moines-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
4h 42m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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2:51 pm - 9:13 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-DSM Des Moines
7h 22m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$340Delta
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
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5:25 am - 11:10 amDSM  Des Moines-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
4h 45m1 stop Chicago Midway
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6:40 pm - 11:05 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 25m1 stop Chicago Midway
$340Southwest
Thu, Oct 22 - Wed, Oct 28
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11:27 am - 5:53 pmDSM  Des Moines-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
5h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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12:37 pm - 5:27 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$354United Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
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1:27 pm - 11:44 pmDSM  Des Moines-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
9h 17m1 stop Denver Intl
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12:40 pm - 7:16 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-DSM Des Moines
7h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$371United Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
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8:00 am - 6:42 pmDSM  Des Moines-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
9h 42m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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12:40 pm - 5:33 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 53m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$376United Airlines
Sun, Sep 27 - Wed, Sep 30
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5:35 pm - 11:12 pmDSM  Des Moines-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
4h 37m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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11:43 am - 6:09 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-DSM Des Moines
7h 26m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$722Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Hartford flights

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Hartford start at $321. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $378 to $621. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $321 on Delta.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Hartford, it is 39% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 30% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Hartford?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Hartford at $332 round-trip.
•July ($951) and March ($726) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 186% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Des Moines to Hartford flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$179
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 79% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 13% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Des Moines to Hartford

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

    Flights from Des Moines to Hartford usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Hartford Bradley Intl (BDL).

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

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

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

    One-stop flights from Des Moines to Hartford most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 6% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 54% on the Des Moines to Hartford route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $326 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $698, a difference of $372. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Hartford?

    Some of the most popular sights in Hartford are Connecticut Convention Center, XL Center and Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art. These are among the most viewed places in Hartford on KAYAK.

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

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Hartford takes 0h 00m, covering 1,078 miles.

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

    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 Hartford 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 $321 to $1,128. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Hartford are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $390, which is 10% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 49m, compared with 4h 58m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 4h 58m via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA).

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

    Hartford is 1 hour ahead of Des Moines (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Hartford Bradley Intl Airport (BDL)?

    Hartford Bradley Intl Airport (BDL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $27 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

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

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Hartford range from $378 to $621, with an average of $533 over the past 12 months. Anything below $378 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Hartford 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 Tuesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $326 - about $372 less than Friday (53% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Hartford trip for August. Fares historically average $332 round-trip in that month - typically $619 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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