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Cheapest round-trip
$295
Typical prices: $416-$695
Delta
Fri 12/7Sat 12/8
DSM - BDL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$148
Typical prices: $247-$408
Delta
Fri 11/16
DSM - BDL • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
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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Cheapest • 32% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $508 (round-trip)
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, Dec 7 - Tue, Dec 8
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4:53 pm - 11:42 pmDSM  Des Moines-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
5h 49m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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5:17 am - 9:50 amBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 33m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$295Delta
Mon, Dec 7 - Tue, Dec 8
United Airlines Logo
3:20 pm - 11:44 pmDSM  Des Moines-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
7h 24m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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6:02 am - 10:37 amBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$300United Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Tue, Dec 8
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2:05 pm - 11:47 pmDSM  Des Moines-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
8h 42m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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5:15 am - 1:35 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-DSM Des Moines
9h 20m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Chicago O'Hare Intl
$305American Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Tue, Dec 8
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6:09 am - 12:06 pmDSM  Des Moines-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
4h 57m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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5:33 pm - 10:38 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-DSM Des Moines
6h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$345Delta
Sun, Dec 6 - Tue, Dec 8
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8:00 am - 2:15 pmDSM  Des Moines-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
5h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:02 am - 4:13 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-DSM Des Moines
11h 11m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$350United Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Tue, Dec 8
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6:40 am - 3:45 pmDSM  Des Moines-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
8h 05m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago Midway
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5:40 am - 2:15 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-DSM Des Moines
9h 35m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Denver Intl
$369Southwest
Fri, Dec 18 - Sun, Jan 24
Delta Logo
4:53 pm - 11:42 pmDSM  Des Moines-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
5h 49m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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5:06 pm - 8:48 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-DSM Des Moines
4h 42m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$394Delta
Fri, Dec 18 - Sun, Jan 24
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5:40 pm - 11:52 pmDSM  Des Moines-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
5h 12m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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5:12 pm - 10:38 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-DSM Des Moines
6h 26m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$394Delta
Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3
United Airlines Logo
3:10 pm - 9:37 pmDSM  Des Moines-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
5h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:07 pm - 9:37 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-DSM Des Moines
5h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$449United Airlines
Fri, Dec 18 - Sun, Jan 24
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3:26 pm - 11:55 pmDSM  Des Moines-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
7h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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2:49 pm - 12:26 amBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-DSM Des Moines
10h 37m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Chicago O'Hare Intl
$471American Airlines
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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 typically range from $416 to $695. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $295, on Delta.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Hartford. It’s 33% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 46% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Hartford?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Hartford at $374 round-trip.
•July ($951) and August ($886) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 154% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Des Moines to Hartford flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$148
Beat the crowds with an average 32% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 37% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Des Moines to Hartford

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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Des Moines to Hartford:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Hartford takes 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Hartford range from $416 to $695, with an average of $551 over the past 12 months. Anything below $416 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 $295 to $1,326. 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $203, which is 41% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 averaging $76 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

  • 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).

  • 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) - 41% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 36% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 5% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 54% on flights from Des Moines to Hartford. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $374 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $806, a difference of $432.

    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 Hartford?

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 49m, compared with 5h via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 5h 17m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • 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 popular places can I visit in Hartford?

    Some of the most popular sights in Hartford are Connecticut Convention Center, XL Center and Bushnell Park. These are among the most viewed places in Hartford on KAYAK.

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 are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $374, about $432 less than Sunday fares (54% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Hartford trip for February. Fares historically average $374 round-trip in that month - typically $577 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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