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Cheapest round-trip
$443
Typical prices: $353-$552
American Airlines
Tue 11/6Tue 11/13
DSM - HHH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$370
Typical prices: $367-$460
American Airlines
Tue 10/9
DSM - HHH • 1 stop
When to travel
May
Cheapest • 29% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $392 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 6h 12m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Hilton Head Island (DSM-HHH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Hilton Head Island

Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13
American Airlines Logo
11:28 am - 5:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-HHH Hilton Head Island
4h 42m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:54 pm - 11:57 pmHHH  Hilton Head Island-DSM Des Moines
7h 03m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$443American Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14
American Airlines Logo
11:28 am - 5:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-HHH Hilton Head Island
4h 42m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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12:25 pm - 8:46 amHHH  Hilton Head Island-DSM Des Moines
21h 21m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Chicago O'Hare Intl
$453American Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13
American Airlines Logo
11:28 am - 5:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-HHH Hilton Head Island
4h 42m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
5:54 pm - 11:57 pmHHH  Hilton Head Island-DSM Des Moines
7h 03m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$459American Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13
American Airlines Logo
7:26 pm - 3:47 pmDSM  Des Moines-HHH Hilton Head Island
19h 21m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
5:54 pm - 11:57 pmHHH  Hilton Head Island-DSM Des Moines
7h 03m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$488American Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13
American Airlines Logo
11:28 am - 5:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-HHH Hilton Head Island
4h 42m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
5:54 pm - 8:46 amHHH  Hilton Head Island-DSM Des Moines
15h 52m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Chicago O'Hare Intl
$499American Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 23
American Airlines Logo
7:24 pm - 12:06 pmDSM  Des Moines-HHH Hilton Head Island
15h 42m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
5:47 pm - 12:26 amHHH  Hilton Head Island-DSM Des Moines
7h 39m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$528American Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Wed, Oct 7
American Airlines Logo
7:05 am - 1:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-HHH Hilton Head Island
5h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:08 pm - 11:58 pmHHH  Hilton Head Island-DSM Des Moines
6h 50m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$531American Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Wed, Oct 7
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 2:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-HHH Hilton Head Island
5h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:20 pm - 11:48 pmHHH  Hilton Head Island-DSM Des Moines
11h 28m2 stops Newark Denver Intl
$553United Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Wed, Oct 7
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 12:35 pmDSM  Des Moines-HHH Hilton Head Island
27h 35m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Newark
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1:20 pm - 11:48 pmHHH  Hilton Head Island-DSM Des Moines
11h 28m2 stops Newark Denver Intl
$783United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Hilton Head Island flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Hilton Head Island?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Hilton Head Island start at $443. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $353 to $552. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $443 on American Airlines.

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Key details for Des Moines to Hilton Head Island flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$370
Flight from Des Moines to Hilton Head Island

When to book flights from Des Moines to Hilton Head Island

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Des Moines to Hilton Head Island 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 Hilton Head Island 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 Hilton Head Island?

    Flights from Des Moines to Hilton Head Island usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Hilton Head Island (HHH).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Hilton Head Island?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Des Moines to Hilton Head Island.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Hilton Head Island pass through?

    Connecting flights from Des Moines to Hilton Head Island most commonly pass through:

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 57% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 43% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

    On the Des Moines to Hilton Head Island route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 44%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $352 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $626: a $274 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How long is a flight from Des Moines to Hilton Head Island?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Des Moines to Hilton Head Island. Flights with 1 layover take between 6h 12m and 6h 29m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Hilton Head Island?

    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 Hilton Head Island 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 $443 to $904. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Des Moines to Hilton Head Island looking right now?

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Hilton Head Island are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $400, which is 14% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 12m, compared with 6h 29m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Des Moines and Hilton Head Island?

    Hilton Head Island 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 Hilton Head Island Airport (HHH)?

    Hilton Head Island Airport (HHH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $29 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo
    • Avis
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Hilton Head Island flight?

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Hilton Head Island range from $353 to $552, with an average of $492 over the past 12 months. Anything below $353 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Hilton Head Island 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 Saturday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $352 - about $274 less than Tuesday (44% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Hilton Head Island trip for May. Fares historically average $351 round-trip in that month - typically $275 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Hilton Head Island Airport.
    - Hampton Inn Hilton Head
    - Simple Rewards Inn
    - Marriott's Barony Beach Club

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