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Cheapest round-trip
$538
Typical prices: $637-$866
Delta
Fri 11/30Mon 12/10
DSM - HNL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$269
Typical prices: $362-$470
Delta
Thu 1/25
DSM - HNL • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Honolulu. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
14 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 18% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Cheapest • Avg $624 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 10h 59m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Honolulu (DSM-HNL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Honolulu

Sun, Nov 29 - Thu, Dec 10
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6:13 am - 3:29 pmDSM  Des Moines-HNL Honolulu
13h 16m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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4:59 pm - 10:53 amHNL  Honolulu-DSM Des Moines
13h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$538Delta
Sun, Nov 29 - Fri, Dec 11
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6:13 am - 3:29 pmDSM  Des Moines-HNL Honolulu
13h 16m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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9:35 pm - 11:55 amHNL  Honolulu-DSM Des Moines
10h 20m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$538Delta
Sun, Dec 13 - Tue, Dec 22
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6:15 am - 2:47 pmDSM  Des Moines-HNL Honolulu
12h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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4:50 pm - 7:42 amHNL  Honolulu-DSM Des Moines
10h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$538United Airlines
Tue, Feb 16 - Wed, Mar 3
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9:00 am - 4:43 pmDSM  Des Moines-HNL Honolulu
11h 43m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:30 pm - 12:56 pmHNL  Honolulu-DSM Des Moines
12h 26m1 stop Denver Intl
$538United Airlines
Mon, Jan 25 - Fri, Feb 5
Delta Logo
6:18 am - 3:23 pmDSM  Des Moines-HNL Honolulu
13h 05m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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4:40 pm - 9:59 amHNL  Honolulu-DSM Des Moines
13h 19m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$538Delta
Tue, Jan 19 - Tue, Jan 26
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 2:58 pmDSM  Des Moines-HNL Honolulu
12h 43m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:30 pm - 2:19 pmHNL  Honolulu-DSM Des Moines
13h 49m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$538United Airlines
Tue, Jan 19 - Tue, Jan 26
American Airlines Logo
7:41 am - 7:13 pmDSM  Des Moines-HNL Honolulu
15h 32m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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9:37 pm - 1:47 pmHNL  Honolulu-DSM Des Moines
12h 10m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$544American Airlines
Tue, Jan 19 - Tue, Jan 26
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7:41 am - 7:28 pmDSM  Des Moines-HNL Honolulu
15h 47m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles
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6:42 pm - 9:56 amHNL  Honolulu-DSM Des Moines
11h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$544American Airlines
Wed, Feb 17 - Fri, Feb 26
Southwest Logo
6:55 am - 6:30 pmDSM  Des Moines-HNL Honolulu
15h 35m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles
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11:20 pm - 5:20 pmHNL  Honolulu-DSM Des Moines
14h 00m2 stops San Diego Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$565Southwest
Tue, Feb 16 - Wed, Mar 3
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6:55 am - 6:30 pmDSM  Des Moines-HNL Honolulu
15h 35m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles
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11:20 pm - 4:15 pmHNL  Honolulu-DSM Des Moines
12h 55m2 stops San Diego Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$596Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Honolulu flights

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Honolulu typically range from $637 to $866. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $538, on Delta.

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

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 Honolulu. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Honolulu at $597 round-trip.
•December ($1,038) and July ($803) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 73% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Des Moines to Honolulu the cheapest?

Flights from Des Moines to Honolulu are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 28% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Des Moines to Honolulu flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$269
Beat the crowds with an average 30% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 26% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Des Moines to Honolulu

When to book flights from Des Moines to Honolulu

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Des Moines to Honolulu:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Honolulu takes 00m, covering 3,939 miles.

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

    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 Honolulu flight?

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Honolulu range from $637 to $866, with an average of $728 over the past 12 months. Anything below $637 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Des Moines to Honolulu flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 21% above the $728 route average. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Des Moines to Honolulu 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 $538 to $2,647. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Honolulu are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $314, which is 21% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Honolulu Airport (HNL)?

    Honolulu Airport (HNL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $56 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Lucky Owl Car Rental
    • Hertz
    • Sixt

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

    Flights from Des Moines to Honolulu usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Honolulu (HNL).

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 74% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from Des Moines to Honolulu. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $654 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $817, a difference of $163.

    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 Honolulu?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 59m, compared with 11h 04m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 11h 58m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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

    Honolulu is 5 hours behind Des Moines (Hawaii-Aleutian Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Honolulu?

    Some of the most popular sights in Honolulu are Waikiki Beach, Hawaii Convention Center and International Market Place. These are among the most viewed places in Honolulu on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Honolulu 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 Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $654, about $163 less than Saturday fares (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 28% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Honolulu trip for February. Fares historically average $597 round-trip in that month - typically $441 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 Honolulu Airport.

    • Airport Honolulu Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
    • Pacific Marina Inn Airport Hotel
    • Best Western The Plaza Hotel Honolulu Airport

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