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Cheapest round-trip
$168
Typical prices: $298-$389
Frontier
Mon 9/17Sun 9/23
DSM - IND • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$109
Typical prices: $155-$282
Frontier
Tue 11/6
DSM - IND • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Indianapolis. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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February
Cheapest • 10% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Cheapest • Avg $291 (round-trip)
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Shortest trip • 4h 05m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Indianapolis (DSM-IND)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Indianapolis

Thu, Sep 17 - Wed, Sep 23
Frontier Logo
11:29 am - 8:01 pmDSM  Des Moines-IND Indianapolis
7h 32m1 stop Denver Intl
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4:12 pm - 10:44 amIND  Indianapolis-DSM Des Moines
19h 32m1 stop Denver Intl
$168Frontier
Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 14
American Airlines Logo
7:05 am - 2:01 pmDSM  Des Moines-IND Indianapolis
5h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
8:52 pm - 12:04 amIND  Indianapolis-DSM Des Moines
4h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$256American Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 14
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 1:30 pmDSM  Des Moines-IND Indianapolis
6h 30m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
5:15 pm - 8:46 pmIND  Indianapolis-DSM Des Moines
4h 31m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$257Delta
Tue, Oct 20 - Wed, Oct 21
Delta Logo
10:57 am - 5:54 pmDSM  Des Moines-IND Indianapolis
5h 57m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 10:11 amIND  Indianapolis-DSM Des Moines
4h 11m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$257Delta
Thu, Sep 17 - Sat, Sep 19
Southwest Logo
5:40 am - 12:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-IND Indianapolis
5h 30m1 stop Chicago Midway
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2:15 pm - 7:30 pmIND  Indianapolis-DSM Des Moines
6h 15m1 stop Chicago Midway
$257Southwest
Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 28
American Airlines Logo
7:05 am - 12:19 pmDSM  Des Moines-IND Indianapolis
4h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
8:52 pm - 12:04 amIND  Indianapolis-DSM Des Moines
4h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$257American Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Wed, Oct 21
Southwest Logo
5:35 am - 1:55 pmDSM  Des Moines-IND Indianapolis
7h 20m2 stops Chicago Midway Nashville Intl
Southwest Logo
6:50 am - 11:30 amIND  Indianapolis-DSM Des Moines
5h 40m1 stop Chicago Midway
$262Southwest
Fri, Oct 2 - Sat, Oct 10
American Airlines Logo
2:29 pm - 7:15 pmDSM  Des Moines-IND Indianapolis
3h 46m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
8:57 pm - 12:14 amIND  Indianapolis-DSM Des Moines
4h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$278American Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Sun, Sep 27
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:42 pmDSM  Des Moines-IND Indianapolis
5h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:05 am - 10:31 amIND  Indianapolis-DSM Des Moines
4h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$307United Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8
United Airlines Logo
11:22 am - 4:23 pmDSM  Des Moines-IND Indianapolis
4h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:33 pm - 10:50 pmIND  Indianapolis-DSM Des Moines
5h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$307United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Indianapolis flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Des Moines to Indianapolis with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Indianapolis start at $168. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $298 to $389. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $168 on Frontier.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Indianapolis, it is 10% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 19% 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 Indianapolis?

  • February, June and December are the cheapest months to fly from Des Moines to Indianapolis at $308 round-trip.
  • March ($586) and April ($442) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 90% 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 Indianapolis flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$109
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 71% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 13% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Des Moines to Indianapolis

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

    Flights from Des Moines to Indianapolis usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Indianapolis (IND).

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

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

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 78% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 2% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 2% 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 Indianapolis?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 25% on the Des Moines to Indianapolis route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $309 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $410, a difference of $101. 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 Indianapolis?

    Some of the most popular sights in Indianapolis are Lucas Oil Stadium, Indiana Convention Center and Gainbridge Fieldhouse. These are among the most viewed places in Indianapolis on KAYAK.

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

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Indianapolis takes 0h 00m, covering 406 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Des Moines to Indianapolis?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Des Moines to Indianapolis:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

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

    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 Indianapolis 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 $168 to $789. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Indianapolis are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $163, which is 31% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 05m, compared with 4h 15m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 4h 22m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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

    Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis Airport (IND)?

    Indianapolis Airport (IND) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $26 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Hertz
    · Dollar
    · Alamo
    · Thrifty
    · Budget

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

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Indianapolis range from $298 to $389, with an average of $342 over the past 12 months. Anything below $298 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Indianapolis 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 Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $309 - about $101 less than Sunday (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Indianapolis trip for February. Fares historically average $308 round-trip in that month - typically $278 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Indianapolis Airport.
    - Extended Stay America Suites - Indianapolis - Airport
    - Crowne Plaza Indianapolis-Airport By IHG
    - Comfort Suites near Indianapolis Airport

Everything you need to know for your flight from Des Moines to Indianapolis

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Des Moines (DSM)
Indianapolis (IND)