Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Kansas City?

Flights from Des Moines to Kansas City usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Kansas City (MCI).

Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Kansas City pass through?

Connecting flights from Des Moines to Kansas City most commonly pass through: • Denver Intl (DEN) - 50% of one-stop connections • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 50% of one-stop connections

What popular places can I visit in Kansas City?

Some of the most popular sights in Kansas City are Kansas City Stadium, Kansas City Convention Center and Worlds of Fun. These are among the most viewed places in Kansas City on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Des Moines to Kansas City?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from Des Moines to Kansas City. Flights with 1 layover take between 3h 41m and 6h 49m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Kansas City?

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 are flight prices from Des Moines to Kansas City looking right now?

One-way fares from Des Moines to Kansas City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $219, which is 20% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 41m, compared with 6h 49m via Denver Intl (DEN).

What car rental options are available at Kansas City Airport (MCI)?

Kansas City Airport (MCI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $75 for economy cars. Top options include: • Dollar • Hertz • Avis • Alamo • Sixt

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Kansas City typically range from $326 to $326. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $397, on Southwest.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Des Moines to Kansas City?

Southwest ($397) and United Airlines ($559) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Kansas City according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Des Moines to Kansas City?

Denver Intl (DEN) and Chicago Midway (MDW) are the most popular layovers for the Des Moines to Kansas City route. 50% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via DEN or MDW.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Des Moines to Kansas City?

Flights via Chicago Midway (MDW) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $326. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Des Moines to Kansas City which airport offers the shortest layover?

Chicago Midway (MDW) had the shortest average connection time for Des Moines to Kansas City layovers at 2h 19m over the past 3 months.

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$397

Typical prices: $326-$326

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Tue, Dec 15 - Sun, Dec 20

6:00 am - 9:50 amDSM Des Moines-MCI Kansas City

3h 50m1 stop Chicago Midway

10:55 am - 3:05 pmMCI Kansas City-DSM Des Moines

4h 10m1 stop Denver Intl

$397Southwest

Tue, Dec 15 - Sun, Dec 20

3:25 pm - 10:20 pmDSM Des Moines-MCI Kansas City

6h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway

2:55 pm - 11:35 pmMCI Kansas City-DSM Des Moines

8h 40m2 stops Nashville Intl Chicago Midway

$402Southwest

Tue, Dec 15 - Sun, Dec 20

6:00 am - 1:45 pmDSM Des Moines-MCI Kansas City

7h 45m2 stops Chicago Midway Lambert-St Louis

2:55 pm - 11:35 pmMCI Kansas City-DSM Des Moines

8h 40m2 stops Nashville Intl Chicago Midway

$407Southwest

Sun, Dec 20 - Sat, Dec 26

5:40 pm - 11:30 pmDSM Des Moines-MCI Kansas City

5h 50m1 stop Denver Intl

6:45 pm - 11:00 pmMCI Kansas City-DSM Des Moines

4h 15m1 stop Chicago Midway

$427Southwest

Sun, Dec 20 - Sat, Dec 26

5:10 am - 2:40 pmDSM Des Moines-MCI Kansas City

9h 30m2 stops Chicago Midway Lambert-St Louis

5:30 am - 11:25 amMCI Kansas City-DSM Des Moines

5h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway

$432Southwest

Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 18

6:00 am - 11:35 amDSM Des Moines-MCI Kansas City

5h 35m1 stop Chicago Midway

3:50 pm - 10:05 pmMCI Kansas City-DSM Des Moines

6h 15m1 stop Chicago Midway

$437Southwest

Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 18

6:00 am - 9:50 amDSM Des Moines-MCI Kansas City

3h 50m1 stop Chicago Midway

1:05 pm - 10:05 pmMCI Kansas City-DSM Des Moines

9h 00m2 stops Dallas Love Field Chicago Midway

$442Southwest

Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 18

6:00 am - 1:45 pmDSM Des Moines-MCI Kansas City

7h 45m2 stops Chicago Midway Lambert-St Louis

2:55 pm - 10:05 pmMCI Kansas City-DSM Des Moines

7h 10m2 stops Dallas Love Field Chicago Midway

$447Southwest

Sun, Dec 20 - Sat, Dec 26

5:10 am - 2:40 pmDSM Des Moines-MCI Kansas City

9h 30m2 stops Chicago Midway Lambert-St Louis

12:35 pm - 11:00 pmMCI Kansas City-DSM Des Moines

10h 25m2 stops Dallas Love Field Chicago Midway

$489Southwest

Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10

6:18 pm - 8:56 amDSM Des Moines-MCI Kansas City

14h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:36 am - 11:15 pmMCI Kansas City-DSM Des Moines

15h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$559United Airlines

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How long is a flight from Des Moines to Kansas City?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from Des Moines to Kansas City. Flights with 1 layover take between 3h 41m and 6h 49m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Kansas City?
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 are flight prices from Des Moines to Kansas City looking right now?
One-way fares from Des Moines to Kansas City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $219, which is 20% below the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Kansas City Airport (MCI)?
Kansas City Airport (MCI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $75 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Hertz
• Avis
• Alamo
• Sixt
Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Kansas City?
Flights from Des Moines to Kansas City usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Kansas City (MCI).
Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Kansas City pass through?
Connecting flights from Des Moines to Kansas City most commonly pass through:

• Denver Intl (DEN) - 50% of one-stop connections
• Chicago Midway (MDW) - 50% of one-stop connections
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Des Moines to Kansas City?
Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 41m, compared with 6h 49m via Denver Intl (DEN).
What popular places can I visit in Kansas City?
Some of the most popular sights in Kansas City are Kansas City Stadium, Kansas City Convention Center and Worlds of Fun. These are among the most viewed places in Kansas City on KAYAK.

If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Kansas City Airport.

• Holiday Inn Kansas City Airport by IHG
• Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Kansas City Airport
• Days Inn by Wyndham Kansas City International Airport

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